Jefferson County

Local offices in Jefferson County

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

• Child support · State office

  Montana Child Support Services Division, Butte Office

  129 W. Park Street, Suite 201, Butte, MT 59701

  Help here

  • Child support servicesThe office helps establish and enforce child support orders and can help locate parents.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 800-346-5437DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office

  Montana Office of Public Assistance, Butte Field Office

  700 Casey Street, Butte, MT 59701

  Help here

  • Public assistance applicationsResidents can apply for programs such as SNAP, cash assistance, and energy help through the state office.Apply online
  Call 888-706-1535DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · Regional office

  Montana 211

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall 211 or search online to find local help with needs such as housing, food, utilities, and health care.
  Call 211Website

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on montana211.org

• Public health · County office

  Jefferson County Health Department

  214 S. Main, Boulder, MT 59634

  Help here

  • Public health and immunizationsThe department provides health information, scheduled immunizations, and other public health services.
  Call 406-225-4007DirectionsWebsite

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

• Courts and legal help · County office

  Jefferson County District Court

  Help here

  • Court information and legal resourcesThe Clerk of District Court provides court information and directs residents to Montana Law Library resources.
  Call 406-225-4041Website

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

• Emergency help · County office

  Jefferson County Disaster and Emergency Services

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness and responseThe office coordinates county preparedness, response, and recovery for emergencies and disasters.
  Call 406-225-4035Website

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

• Jobs and training · State office

  Helena Job Service

  715 Front Street, Helena, MT 59620

  Help here

  • Job search and training helpJob seekers can get help with job searches, career choices, and training.
  Call 406-447-3200DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · County office

  Jefferson County Library System

  P.O. Box 589, Boulder, MT 59632

  Help here

  • Library servicesThe county libraries offer books, internet access, research databases, and interlibrary loans.
  Call 406-225-3241DirectionsWebsite

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

Jefferson County, Montana website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Jefferson County

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

Job help near Jefferson County

American Job Centers are free. They help you look for work, write a resume, find training and apply for unemployment benefits. You can ask for an interpreter.

CareerOneStop lists no American Job Center in Jefferson County. These are the closest.

• American Job Center · Affiliate center

  Job Service Helena

  25 miles away

  715 Front Street, PO Box 201505, Helena, MT 59620-1505

  Hours: 8am-5pm Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. Wednesday 11am-5pm

  Call 406-447-3200DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on April 7, 2026

• American Job Center · Affiliate center

  Job Service Butte

  26 miles away

  2201 White Boulevard, Butte, MT 59701

  Hours: We are open 8-5 Monday to Friday.Â

  Call 406-494-0300.DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on May 13, 2026

• American Job Center · Affiliate center

  Job Service Bozeman

  65 miles away

  121 North Willson Ave, Bozeman, MT 59715

  Hours: 8am to 5pm Mon thru Fri

  Call 406-582-9200DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on March 27, 2026

Job center and program listings from CareerOneStop, sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration, and the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED). Checked on October 10, 2026.

Cities and towns in Jefferson County

• Boulder
• Whitehall

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