Custer County

Local offices in Custer County

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

• Public health · State office

  Custer OneHealth WIC Clinic

  2813 Comstock Street, Miles City, MT 59301

  Help here

  • WIC nutrition supportApply for WIC nutrition support at the Miles City clinic.
  Call 406-851-5050DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dphhs.mt.gov

• Older adults · County office

  Custer County Council on Aging

  230 N. Haynes Avenue, Miles City, MT 59301

  Help here

  • Meals and senior food supportGet home delivered meals, congregate meals, and senior food commodities.
  • Transportation and in-home supportAsk about transportation, health promotion, home visits, nursing, and personal care.
  Call 406-874-3482DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office

  Montana Public Assistance, Miles City Field Office

  219 N. Merriam Avenue, Miles City, MT 59301-2700

  Help here

  • Public assistance applicationsApply for public assistance programs at the state field office serving Custer County.
  DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dphhs.mt.gov

• Public health · County office

  Custer County Public Health

  2811 Comstock Street, Miles City, MT 59301

  Help here

  • Public health nursing and community healthGet public health nursing and community health services for residents.
  • WICApply for nutrition support through the WIC clinic in Miles City.Read more
  Call 406-874-8700DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office

  Montana Child and Family Services, Miles City Office

  708 Palmer Street, Miles City, MT 59301

  Help here

  • Child and family servicesGet help with child and family services from the state office serving Custer County.
  Call 406-234-1385DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on prod-dphhs.mt.gov

• Emergency help · County office

  Custer County Disaster and Emergency Services

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness and responseContact county emergency services for local preparedness and disaster response information.
  Website

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

• Jobs and training · State office

  Miles City Job Service

  12 N. 10th Street, Miles City, MT 59301

  Help here

  • Job search and employment servicesGet help finding work and using employment services.
  Call 406-232-8340DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office

  Montana Department of Revenue, Miles City Field Office

  1010 Main Street, Suite 13, Miles City, MT 59301

  Help here

  • Property tax assessmentAsk the state field office for help with property assessment matters.
  Call 406-232-1295DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on revenue.mt.gov

Custer County, Montana website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Custer County

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

Cities and towns in Custer County

• Ismay
• Miles City

Montana programs by kind of help

These are run by Montana 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