Douglas

Local offices in Douglas

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

• Local office · City office

  City of Douglas City Hall

  41 2nd Ave SW, Douglas, ND 58735

  Help here

  • City government and community servicesAsk about city government, city services, or share a concern with the city.
  • Garbage serviceAsk about city garbage service, collection, or the annual garbage fee.Read more
  Call 701-339-6971DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on douglasnd.com

City of Douglas website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Douglas

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

Job help near Douglas

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 Douglas. These are the closest.

• American Job Center

  Job Service North Dakota - Minot

  Also helps young people and people leaving jail or prison

  30 miles away

  3416 North Broadway, Minot, ND 58703

  Hours: 8 am – 5 pm Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday, 9 am – 5 pm Thursday.

  Call 701-857-7500DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on September 11, 2026

• American Job Center

  Job Service North Dakota - Bismarck Workforce Center

  Also helps young people and people leaving jail or prison

  78 miles away

  1601 East Century Avenue, Bismarck, ND 58503

  Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Mon, Tue, Wed & Fri 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Thur (CT)

  Call 701-328-5000DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on February 22, 2026

• American Job Center

  Job Service North Dakota - Dickinson

  Also helps young people and people leaving jail or prison

  90 miles away

  66 Osborn Drive, Dickinson, ND 58601

  Hours: M-F 8:00 am - 5:00 pm (MT)

  Call 701-227-3100DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on September 23, 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.

Offices for all of Ward County

Douglas is in Ward County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Human services · County office

  Ward County Human Service Zone

  225 3rd St SE, Minot, ND 58701

  Help here

  • Economic assistance and family servicesVisit or contact the office for help with food, cash, heating, child care, health coverage, and family services.Apply online
  Call 701-852-3552DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · Regional office

  First District Health Unit

  801 11th Ave SW, Minot, ND 58701

  Help here

  • Public health servicesThe health unit offers health services, prevention programs, and health education for Ward County residents.
  • WICWIC provides food support, nutrition advice, and referrals to eligible pregnant people, parents, infants, and young children.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 701-852-1376DirectionsWebsite

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

• Courts and legal help · State office

  Ward County District Court

  315 3rd St SE, Minot, ND 58701

  Help here

  • Court information and clerk servicesContact the courthouse for information about court schedules, cases, and clerk services.
  Call 701-857-6600DirectionsWebsite

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

• Veterans · County office

  Ward County Veteran Services

  225 SE Third St, Minot, ND 58702

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits helpThe office helps veterans and their dependents understand and apply for benefits and services.
  Call 701-857-6490DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on co.ward.nd.us

• Emergency help · County office

  Ward County Emergency Management

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness and response informationContact the office for county emergency preparedness information and help during local emergencies.
  Call 701-857-6560Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on co.ward.nd.us

• Local office · Nonprofit

  FirstLink 211

  Help here

  • Information and referralCall 211 any time to find local help and support services.
  Call 211Website

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

Everything in Ward County

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