Billings County

Local offices in Billings County

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

• Human services · State office

  Roughrider North Human Service Zone, Beach Office

  67 1st Street SE, Beach, ND 58621

  Help here

  • Benefits and family servicesApply for food, cash, heating, health care, and child care help, or get support with child welfare needs.Apply online
  Call 701-872-4121DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on hhs.nd.gov

• Public health · County office

  Billings County Public Health Nurse

  495 4th Street, Medora, ND 58645

  Help here

  • Public health nursingContact the county nurse for public health services available monthly or by appointment.
  Call 701-623-4133DirectionsWebsite

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

• Mental health and recovery · State office

  Badlands Human Service Center

  1463 I-94 Business Loop East, Dickinson, ND

  Help here

  • Behavioral health servicesResidents can contact the center for behavioral health services serving Billings County.
  Call 701-227-7500DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on hhs.nd.gov

• Courts and legal help · County office

  Billings County Recorder and Clerk of Court

  495 4th Street, Medora, ND 58645

  Help here

  • Court and recorder servicesVisit the county courthouse for clerk of court and county recorder services.
  DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · State office

  North Dakota Aging and Disability Resource Link

  Help here

  • Aging and disability resource helpCall for information about services for older adults and people with disabilities.
  Call 855-462-5465Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on hhs.nd.gov

• Veterans · County office

  Billings County Veteran's Service Office

  Help here

  • Veterans servicesThe county works with Stark County to connect veterans with service and benefits help.
  Call 701-456-7654Website

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

• Emergency help · County office

  Billings County Emergency Management

  495 4th Street, Medora, ND 58645

  Help here

  • Emergency preparednessContact the county emergency manager for local emergency information and preparedness help.
  Call 701-623-4876DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office

  North Dakota Driver License Site, Dickinson

  1173 3rd Ave W, Suite 37, Dickinson, ND

  Help here

  • Driver licensingVisit by appointment for driver license services and tests.
  Call 855-633-6835DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dot.nd.gov

• State office

  North Dakota Motor Vehicle Office, Dickinson

  1173 3rd Ave W, Suite 37B, Dickinson, ND

  Help here

  • Motor vehicle servicesVisit for motor vehicle services such as vehicle title and registration.
  Call 701-456-5640DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dot.nd.gov

Billings County website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Billings County

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

Cities and towns in Billings County

• Medora

North Dakota programs by kind of help

These are run by North Dakota 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