Philomath

Local offices in Philomath

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

• Utilities · City office

  City of Philomath Utility Billing

  980 Applegate St., Philomath, OR 97370

  Help here

  • Utility bills and water servicePay a city utility bill, ask about billing, or start or stop water service.
  • Low-income utility rate discountEligible residents can apply for a reduced city water rate.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 541-929-6148DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · City office

  Philomath City Hall

  980 Applegate St., Philomath, OR 97370

  Help here

  • City government informationContact City Hall for help reaching city departments and information about city services.
  Call 541-929-6148DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · Regional office

  Philomath Community Library

  1050 Applegate St., Philomath, OR 97370

  Help here

  • Library servicesVisit the library to borrow books and other materials or get help using library resources.
  Call 541-929-3016DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on cbcpl.net

City of Philomath, Oregon website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Philomath

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

Offices for all of Benton County

Philomath is in Benton County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Public health · County office

  Benton County WIC

  530 NW 27th St, Corvallis, OR 97330

  Help here

  • Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)WIC offers food benefits, nutrition help, and breastfeeding support to eligible pregnant people, infants, and children under five.Apply online
  Call 541-766-6812DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on health.bentoncountyor.gov

• Child support · State office

  Oregon Department of Justice Child Support, Albany Office

  1245 Clay St SE, Albany, OR 97322

  Help here

  • Child support servicesParents can get help with child support cases through this office serving Benton County.Apply online
  Call 541-967-2028DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on doj.state.or.us

• Housing help · Regional office

  Linn-Benton Housing Authority

  1250 SE Queen Avenue, Albany, OR 97322

  Help here

  • Affordable housing and rental assistanceThe housing authority offers affordable housing programs and housing choice vouchers for eligible residents.Apply online
  Call 541-926-4497DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on l-bha.org

• Local office · Nonprofit

  211info

  Help here

  • Help finding local resourcesCall 211 to find local help with needs such as housing, utilities, food, health care, and jobs.
  Call 211Website

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on 211info.org

• Public health · County office

  Benton County Health Department

  530 NW 27th St, Corvallis, OR 97330

  Help here

  • Public health servicesThe department provides immunizations, disease prevention, maternal and child health services, and other public health programs.Read more
  Call 541-766-6835DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on health.bentoncountyor.gov

• Mental health and recovery · County office

  Benton County Behavioral Health Crisis Center

  240 NW 4th St, Corvallis, OR 97330

  Help here

  • Drop-in crisis counselingPeople of all ages can visit for crisis counseling and help finding ongoing behavioral health services.
  Call 541-766-6767DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on health.bentoncountyor.gov

Everything in Benton County

Oregon programs by kind of help

These are run by Oregon 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