Freedom

Local offices in Freedom

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

• Local office · Nonprofit

  Oklahoma 211, HeartLine

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall 211 any time to find local help with food, housing, utility bills, health care, and other needs.
  Call 211Website

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

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Freedom

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

Offices for all of Woods County

Freedom is in Woods County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Human services · State office

  Oklahoma Human Services, Woods County Children and Family Services Center

  509 Barnes St., Alva, OK 73717

  Help here

  • Benefits and family servicesResidents can get help with applications for benefits and support for families involved with child welfare services.Apply online
  Call 580-430-3100DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · Regional office

  2-1-1 Oklahoma

  Help here

  • Information and referralsCall 211 for free, confidential information and referrals to social services and community help at any time.
  Call 211Website

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

• Public health · State office

  Woods County Health Department

  511 Barnes Ave., Alva, OK 73717

  Help here

  • Public health servicesThe health department offers immunizations, disease prevention, family health services, and health referrals.Read more
  • WICWIC provides food benefits and nutrition support to eligible pregnant and postpartum women, infants, and children under five.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 580-327-3192DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Eastern Oklahoma Development District Interim Administrative Organization

  1012 N. 38th St., Muskogee, OK 74401

  Help here

  • Aging services and referralsThe regional aging organization connects older adults with services and support in their area.Read more
  Call 918-682-7891DirectionsWebsite

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

• Veterans · State office

  Oklahoma Department of Veterans Affairs, Northwest Team

  2132 NE 36th St., Oklahoma City, OK 73111

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits assistanceVeterans can contact a service officer for help with claims and benefits; call to arrange service for Woods County.
  Call 405-523-4000DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office

  Oklahoma Department of Rehabilitation Services, Alva Vocational Rehabilitation Office

  326 7th St., Suites 3 and 4, Alva, OK

  Help here

  • Vocational rehabilitationThe office helps people with disabilities prepare for, find, and keep work.
  Call 580-327-1214DirectionsWebsite

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

Everything in Woods County

Oklahoma programs by kind of help

These are run by Oklahoma 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