Wells County

Local offices in Wells County

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

• Human services · State office

  Central Prairie Human Service Zone

  600 Railway St. N., Suite 266, Fessenden, ND 58438

  Help here

  • Public benefitsApply for Medicaid, SNAP, child care assistance, heating assistance, and TANF, or get help with an existing case.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 701-547-3694DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · County office

  Wells County District Health Unit

  1008 Adams Ave., Harvey, ND 58341

  Help here

  • Public health servicesGet immunizations, health screenings, child and adult health services, and health information.
  Call 701-324-5259DirectionsWebsite

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

• Courts and legal help · State office

  Wells County District Court

  700 Railway St. N., Fessenden, ND 58438

  Help here

  • Court servicesContact the Clerk of District Court about court filings and records.
  Call 701-547-3122DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · Nonprofit

  FirstLink 2-1-1

  Help here

  • Community information and referralsCall to find local community resources and get referrals for help.
  Call 701-235-7335Website

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  North Dakota Adult and Aging Services

  Help here

  • Aging and disability supportCall for information and help finding aging, disability, and caregiver services in your area.
  Call 855-462-5465Website

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

• Veterans · County office

  Wells County Veterans Service Office

  120 W. 8th St., Harvey, ND 58341

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits assistanceGet help understanding and applying for veterans benefits.
  Call 701-324-2665DirectionsWebsite

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

• Emergency help · County office

  Wells County Emergency Management

  600 Railway St. N., Suite 114, Fessenden, ND 58438

  Help here

  • Emergency preparednessGet information about preparing for and responding to emergencies in Wells County.
  Call 701-547-2537DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · Regional office

  Harvey Wells County Public Library

  119 E. 10th St., Harvey, ND 58341

  Help here

  • Library resourcesBorrow books and other materials, use library resources, and attend programs.
  Call 701-324-2156DirectionsWebsite

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

Wells County, North Dakota website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Wells County

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

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

• American Job Center

  Job Service North Dakota - Devils Lake

  Also helps young people and people leaving jail or prison

  54 miles away

  301 College Drive South, Devils Lake, ND 58301

  Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (CT) Monday-Friday

  Call 701-662-9300DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on March 5, 2026

• American Job Center

  Job Service North Dakota - Minot

  Also helps young people and people leaving jail or prison

  72 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

  76 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

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 Wells County

• Bowdon
• Cathay
• Fessenden
• Hamberg
• Harvey
• Hurdsfield
• Sykeston

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