Emmons County

Local offices in Emmons County

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

• Human services · State office

  South Country Human Service Zone, Emmons County

  100 4th St. NW, Linton, ND 58552

  Help here

  • Economic and family assistanceGet help applying for food, medical, child care, heating, and cash assistance.Apply online
  Call 701-254-4502DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · County office

  Emmons County WIC Clinic

  118 E. Spruce Ave., Linton, ND 58552

  Help here

  • Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)Eligible families can get healthy foods, nutrition guidance, breastfeeding support, and health referrals.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 701-254-4030DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · Regional office

  FirstLink 211

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall 211 to find local resources and get help connecting with services.
  Call 701-235-7335Website

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

• Housing help · County office

  Emmons County Housing Authority

  Help here

  • Public housing and rental assistanceAsk about affordable public housing and housing choice vouchers for eligible households.
  Website

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

• Public health · County office

  Emmons County Public Health

  118 E. Spruce Ave., Linton, ND 58552

  Help here

  • Public health servicesGet immunizations, health screenings, nursing support, and referrals to other services.Read more
  Call 701-254-4027DirectionsWebsite

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

• Veterans · County office

  Emmons County Veterans Service Office

  100 4th St. NW, Linton, ND 58552

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits helpGet free help understanding and applying for veterans and survivors benefits.
  Call 701-254-5410DirectionsWebsite

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

• Emergency help · County office

  Emmons County Emergency Management

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness and mitigationGet information about reducing risks from hazards and preparing for emergencies in the county.
  Call 701-222-6727Website

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

• State office

  North Dakota Motor Vehicle Office, Linton

  Emmons County Treasurer Courthouse, 100 4th St. NW, Linton, ND 58552

  Help here

  • Vehicle titles and registrationApply for vehicle titles and handle vehicle registration at the local motor vehicle office.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 701-254-4802DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office

  North Dakota Driver License Site, Linton

  Linton Community Center, 101 1st St. NE, Linton, ND

  Help here

  • Driver licensingVisit the state driver license site for driver licensing services on its scheduled monthly date.
  DirectionsWebsite

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

Emmons County website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Emmons County

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

Job help near Emmons 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 Emmons County. These are the closest.

• American Job Center

  Job Service North Dakota - Bismarck Workforce Center

  Also helps young people and people leaving jail or prison

  47 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 - Jamestown

  Also helps young people and people leaving jail or prison

  86 miles away

  1307 12th Ave NE, Suite 3, Jamestown, ND 58401

  Hours: 8 :00 AM - 5:00 PM Monday - Friday

  Call 701-253-6200DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on March 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.

Cities and towns in Emmons County

• Braddock
• Hague
• Hazelton
• Linton
• Strasburg

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