Salina
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Local offices in Salina
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Housing authority · Regional office
Salina Housing Authority
469 S. 5th Street, Salina, KS 67401
Help here
- Public housing and rental assistanceApply for public housing or rental assistance if your income qualifies.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on salinahousing.org
Utilities · City office
Water Customer Accounting
Help here
- Water, sewer, and trash billsGet help with city water, sewer, and trash accounts, bills, and payments.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on salina-ks.gov
Jobs and training · State office
KANSASWORKS Salina
631 E. Crawford St., The Elmore Center, Suite 221, Salina, KS 67401
Help here
- Job search and employment supportGet help searching for work and connecting with employment services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on kansasworks.com
State office · State office
Salina Driver License Office
2910 Arnold Ave., Salina, KS
Help here
- Driver licensingVisit the driver license office for Kansas driver license services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on ksrevenue.gov
Library · Regional office
Salina Public Library
301 W. Elm St., Salina, KS 67401
Help here
- Library servicesPeople in Salina and Saline County can get a library card and use books, online resources, and learning programs.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on salinapubliclibrary.org
Local office · City office
City of Salina
300 W. Ash Street, Salina, KS 67401
Help here
- City information and customer serviceCall or visit City Hall to get help finding the city department you need.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on salina-ks.gov
Parks and recreation · City office
Salina Parks and Recreation
300 W. Ash Street, Salina, KS 67401
Help here
- Recreation programs and parksFind recreation programs, parks, and activities for people of all ages.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on salina-ks.gov
Checked on October 8, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Salina
Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.
Food bank
Food banks supply the food pantries and meal sites near you. Call or check the website to find one close by.
Nonprofit
Kansas Food Bank
1919 E. Douglas, Wichita, KS 67211
Listed on feedingamerica.org, checked on October 10, 2026
Free legal help
Free help with civil legal problems, like eviction, benefits and family law, for people with low incomes. Funded by the Legal Services Corporation.
Nonprofit
Kansas Legal Services, Inc.
Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
Community action
Local nonprofits that help people with low incomes. Many help with energy bills, rent, jobs and taxes. Call to ask what they offer now.
Nonprofit
Community Action, Inc.
455 SE Golf Park Blvd, Topeka, KS 66605
Listed on kshousingcorp.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Saline County
Salina is in Saline County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Public health · County office
Saline County Health Department
Help here
- Public health and clinic servicesGet clinic care, health information, and help preventing disease.
- Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)WIC offers nutrition support and food benefits for eligible pregnant people, parents, infants, and children.
- Home healthGet home health visits and therapy when you have a qualified care need.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on salinecountyks.gov
Mental health and recovery · Regional office
Central Kansas Mental Health Center
809 Elmhurst Drive, Salina, KS 67401
Help here
- Behavioral health careGet mental health services, education, and help coordinating care.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on ckmhc.org
Courts and legal help · County office
Saline County District Court Self-Help Center
300 W. Ash, 3rd Floor, Room 306, Salina, KS 67401
Help here
- Civil legal self-helpEligible residents can get legal advice about civil matters such as family law, protection orders, and evictions.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on salinecountyks.gov
Older adults · Regional office
North Central-Flint Hills Area Agency on Aging
401 Houston St, Manhattan, KS 66502
Help here
- Aging servicesCall for information about aging services available to Chase County residents.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on ncfhaaa.com
Emergency help · County office
Saline County Emergency Management
255 N. 10th St., Salina, KS 67401
Help here
- Emergency preparednessGet preparedness information, training, and emergency alerts for hazards in Saline County.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on salinecountyks.gov
Kansas programs by kind of help
These are run by Kansas and work the same everywhere in the state. Each page lists the programs and how to apply.
- FoodFood benefits, WIC, school meals and food banks.
- HousingRent help, shelter, and help with heat and power bills.
- GoodsClothing, diapers, furniture, a phone and other things for home.
- TransitBus fares, rides and getting to appointments.
- HealthHealth coverage, Medicare, mental health care and help with drug costs.
- MoneyCash help, disability, retirement and veterans payments, and tax help.
- CareChild care, help for older adults and disability support.
- EducationHelp paying for college and training, and free preschool.
- WorkJobs, unemployment, and the IDs and papers you need for work.
- LegalFree legal help, and help staying safe.
Checked on October 8, 2026
Federal help anyone can use
These come from the federal government, so they work the same in every state.
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people with little income and few resources who are 65 or older, blind, or have a disability, including children.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes and now cannot work because of a disability that will last a long time.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Social Security retirement benefits
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes, starting as early as 62. Spouses and widows may also get benefits.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Medicare
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Health insurance for people 65 or older and for some younger people with a disability or kidney failure.
Call 1-800-633-4227 - Extra Help with Medicare drug costs
Social Security Administration. Help paying for Medicare prescription drug plans for people with limited income and resources.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - VA health care
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Health care at VA clinics and hospitals for veterans who served in the active military and did not get a dishonorable discharge.
Call 1-877-222-8387 - VA disability compensation and benefits
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Monthly payments for veterans with an illness or injury caused or made worse by military service, plus education, home loan and other benefits.
Call 1-800-827-1000 - FAFSA, the federal student aid form
U.S. Department of Education. One free form that opens federal grants, work-study and loans for college or trade school. Many states and schools use it for their own aid too.
Call 1-800-433-3243 - Federal Pell Grant
U.S. Department of Education. Money for college or trade school that usually does not have to be paid back, for students with financial need.
Call 1-800-433-3243 - HealthCare.gov
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. The federal marketplace for health insurance plans. Many people can get lower monthly costs based on their income.
Call 1-800-318-2596 - Lifeline phone and internet discount
Federal Communications Commission. A monthly discount on phone or internet service for households with low income or who get benefits like SNAP, Medicaid or SSI.
Call 1-800-234-9473 - Head Start and Early Head Start
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Free preschool, child care and family support for young children from birth to age 5 in families with low income, run by local programs.
Call 1-866-763-6481 - IRS Free File
Internal Revenue Service. File your federal tax return online for free with tax software offered through the IRS, if your income is under the year's limit.
- VITA and TCE free tax help
Internal Revenue Service. IRS-certified volunteers prepare and file your taxes for free, in person, for people with low or moderate income, older adults and people with disabilities.
Call 1-800-906-9887 - Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)
Internal Revenue Service. A federal tax credit for people who work and earn low to moderate income. It can mean a bigger refund, even if you owe no tax.
Call 1-800-829-1040 - Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Help paying rent in a home you choose, for families with very low income, older adults and people with disabilities. Local housing authorities run it, and many have waiting lists.
- Replace a Social Security card
Social Security Administration. Get a free replacement Social Security card if yours was lost, stolen or damaged. Many people can ask online.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - FEMA disaster assistance
Federal Emergency Management Agency. Help with a place to stay, repairs and other needs after a disaster the President has declared in your area.
Call 1-800-621-3362
Checked on October 9, 2026
Talk to a person
- United Way 2-1-1 Kansas
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 211 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
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