Eddy County

Local offices in Eddy County

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

• Human services · Nonprofit

  New Mexico 211, Eddy County

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall 211 to find local help with food, housing, bills, health care, jobs, and other needs.
  Call 211Website

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

• Child support · State office

  Roswell Child Support Field Office

  2732 North Wilshire Blvd., Roswell, NM 88201

  Help here

  • Child support servicesGet help with child support through the office serving Eddy County.
  DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on hsd.state.nm.us

• Public health · County office

  Eddy County Health Services

  101 W Greene Street, Carlsbad, NM 88220

  Help here

  • Health care program navigationGet help finding health coverage and other health care programs.
  Call 575-887-9511DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · State office

  Carlsbad Public Health Office

  1306 West Stevens, Carlsbad, NM 88220

  Help here

  • Public health and WICVisit for public health services, including WIC nutrition help for women, infants, and children.
  Call 575-885-4191DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · State office

  Artesia Public Health Office

  1001 Memorial Drive, Artesia, NM 88210

  Help here

  • Public health and WICVisit for public health services, including WIC nutrition help for women, infants, and children.
  Call 575-746-9819DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · County office

  Eddy County Community Services

  101 W Greene Street, Carlsbad, NM 88220

  Help here

  • County community services informationFind information about county DWI, health services, and motor vehicle services.
  Call 575-887-9511DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Non-Metro Area Agency on Aging

  Help here

  • Aging servicesContact the agency for information about aging services that serve Eddy County.
  Call 505-395-2668Website

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

• Emergency help · County office

  Eddy County Emergency Management

  106 S. Main St, Carlsbad, NM 88220

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness and responseGet information about preparing for disasters and coordinating local emergency response.
  Call 575-628-5454DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office

  Carlsbad Motor Vehicle Division Office

  3607 National Parks Hwy, Carlsbad, NM 88220

  Help here

  • Motor vehicle servicesApply in person for driver licensing and other motor vehicle services.
  Call 888-683-4636DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on mvd.newmexico.gov

Eddy County, New Mexico website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Eddy County

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

Cities and towns in Eddy County

• Artesia
• Carlsbad
• Hope
• Loving

New Mexico programs by kind of help

These are run by New Mexico 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
• 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