Sherman County

Local offices in Sherman County

We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.

• Public health · County office

  Sherman County WIC Clinic

  1622 Broadway Ave, Goodland, KS 67735

  Help here

  • Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)WIC provides nutrition education, healthy food, and other support to eligible families.
  Call 785-890-4888DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on shermancountyks.gov

• State office

  Kansas Department for Children and Families, Goodland Office

  109 W 11th St, Goodland, KS 67735

  Help here

  • Food, child care, and cash assistanceResidents can contact the office for help with Kansas food, child care, and cash assistance programs.Apply online
  • Child support servicesThe office helps parents access child support services and information.Apply online
  Call 785-899-5661DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dcf.ks.gov

• Public health · County office

  Sherman County Health Department

  1622 Broadway Ave, Goodland, KS 67735

  Help here

  • Public health servicesThe health department offers health screenings, lab tests, immunizations, family planning, and other health services by appointment.
  Call 785-890-4888DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on shermancountyks.gov

• Mental health and recovery · Regional office

  High Plains Mental Health Center, Goodland Branch

  723 Main St, Goodland, KS 67735

  Help here

  • Behavioral health careThe center provides mental health and substance use treatment and can help people schedule care.
  Call 785-899-5991DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on hpmhc.com

• Local office · Regional office

  United Way 2-1-1 Kansas

  Help here

  • Information and referralCall 2-1-1 to find local help with basic needs and other services.
  Call 211Website

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on 211kansas.org

• Courts and legal help · County office

  Sherman County District Court

  813 Broadway Ave, Room 201, Goodland, KS 67735

  Help here

  • District court servicesThe court handles criminal, civil, juvenile, and probate cases and can provide information about court procedures.
  Call 785-890-4850DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on shermancountyks.gov

• Older adults · Regional office

  Northwest Kansas Area Agency on Aging

  510 W 29th St, Hays, KS 67601

  Help here

  • Aging servicesThe agency connects older adults and caregivers in Decatur County with local aging services.
  Call 785-628-8204DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on nwkaaa.com

• Emergency help · County office

  Sherman County Emergency Management

  813 Broadway Ave, Goodland, KS 67735

  Help here

  • Emergency preparednessThe office helps residents prepare for disasters and coordinates local emergency planning and response.
  Call 785-890-4800DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on shermancountyks.gov

• Library · City office

  Goodland Public Library

  812 Broadway, Goodland, KS 67735

  Help here

  • Library servicesThe library offers books, internet access, classes, and programs for children and adults.
  Call 785-899-5461DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on goodlandlibrary.org

Sherman County, Kansas website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Sherman County

Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.

Cities and towns in Sherman County

• Goodland
• Kanorado

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.
• 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.
• Legal helpFree legal help with eviction, family law, benefits and more.
• SafetyHelp with abuse at home, a safe place to stay, and crisis lines.

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