Sherwood

Local offices in Sherwood

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

• Local office · City office

  Village of Sherwood

  200 N Harrison Street, Sherwood, OH 43556

  Help here

  • Village services and utility billsContact the village office with questions about village services or paying utility bills.Apply online
  Call 419-899-2145DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on sherwoodohio.gov

• Library · Regional office

  Sherwood Branch Library

  117 N. Harrison St., Sherwood, OH 43556

  Help here

  • Library servicesVisit the branch for library services and help from library staff.
  Call 419-899-4343DirectionsWebsite

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

Village of Sherwood, Ohio website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Food near you

Food pantries and free meals, closest to the center of Sherwood first. Hours change, so call first when you can.

• Food pantry

  Manna Pantry and Food Giveaway

  The Church at Lion of Judah

  57 miles from the center of Sherwood

  5732 Douglas Rd, Toledo, OH 43613

  Hours

  • Mon12 PM to 1 PM
  • Tue12 PM to 1 PM
  • Wed12 PM to 1 PM; 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM (3rd of the month)
  • Thu12 PM to 1 PM

  Who can come: Anyone in need

  What to bring: Bring a box, tub, or tote to carry food.

  Call 419-474-2328DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on lionofjudahtoledo.org, checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Sherwood

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

Offices for all of Defiance County

Sherwood is in Defiance County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Human services · County office

  Defiance/Paulding Consolidated Job and Family Services, Defiance Office

  6879 Evansport Road, Suite A, Defiance, OH 43512

  Help here

  • Benefits and public assistanceAsk about eligibility for Medicaid, food assistance, and Ohio Works First.
  Call 419-782-3881DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · County office

  Defiance County WIC

  1300 E. Second Street, Suite 101, Defiance, OH 43512

  Help here

  • WIC nutrition supportAsk about WIC food benefits and nutrition support for eligible families.
  Call 419-782-7770DirectionsWebsite

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

• Child support · County office

  Defiance County Child Support Enforcement Agency

  Help here

  • Child support servicesGet help setting up parentage, enforcing support orders, or collecting and paying child support.
  Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on defiance-county.com

• Local office · Regional office

  First Call for Help 211

  Help here

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

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on ohio211.org

• Public health · County office

  Defiance County Health Department

  1300 E. Second Street, Defiance, OH 43512

  Help here

  • Public health servicesContact the department for county health services and public health information.
  Call 419-784-3818DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · County office

  Defiance County Senior Services

  140 E. Broadway Street, Defiance, OH 43512

  Help here

  • Senior transportation and supportAdults age 60 and older can ask about rides, Medicare help, food programs, and local support services.
  Call 419-782-3233DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on defiance-county.com

Everything in Defiance County

Ohio programs by kind of help

These are run by Ohio 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