North Wales

Local offices in North Wales

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

• Human services · Regional office

  PA 211

  Help here

  • Local help and service referralsCall 211 to get connected with local help for needs such as food, housing, bills, and crisis support.
  Call 211Website

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on pa211.org

• Utilities · Regional office

  North Wales Water Authority

  200 West Walnut Street, North Wales, PA 19454

  Help here

  • Water service and billingContact the authority about water service, water bills, or payment options.Apply online
  Call 215-699-4836DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on nwwater.com

• Library · Nonprofit

  North Wales Area Library

  233 S Swartley St, North Wales, PA 19454

  Help here

  • Library resources and programsVisit the library to borrow books, use digital resources, and join learning programs for all ages.
  Call 215-699-5410DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · City office

  North Wales Borough Office

  300 School Street, North Wales, PA 19454

  Help here

  • Borough services and bill paymentContact the borough office for local government services and to get help with borough bills.Apply online
  Call 215-699-4424DirectionsWebsite

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

Borough of North Wales website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve North Wales

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

Offices for all of Montgomery County

North Wales is in Montgomery County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Human services · County office

  Office of Community Connections

  Help here

  • Community service referralsStaff connect residents with local help for food, housing, jobs, mental health, literacy, and legal needs.
  Call 215-278-3522Website

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

• Public health · County office

  Montgomery County WIC

  1340 DeKalb Street, Suite 1, Norristown, PA 19401

  Help here

  • Women, Infants, and Children nutrition programWIC provides food benefits, nutrition education, breastfeeding support, and health care referrals to eligible families.
  DirectionsWebsite

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

• Child support · County office

  Domestic Relations Section

  One Montgomery Plaza, Suite 204, 425 Swede Street, Norristown, PA 19401

  Help here

  • Child and spousal supportThe office helps establish, change, and enforce child and spousal support orders.Apply online
  Call 610-278-3646DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office

  Montgomery County Assistance Office, Norristown District

  1931 New Hope Street, Norristown, PA 19401-3191

  Help here

  • Public assistance applicationsVisit the office for help with Pennsylvania public assistance programs and benefit questions.Apply online
  Call 610-270-3500DirectionsWebsite

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

• Housing help · County office

  Office of Housing and Community Development

  Help here

  • Housing resourcesFind county housing resources and information about affordable homes and housing assistance.
  Call 610-278-3540Website

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

• Housing help · Regional office

  Montgomery County Housing Authority

  104 W. Main Street, Suite 1, Norristown, PA 19401

  Help here

  • Public and assisted housingContact the housing authority for information about public housing and housing voucher programs.Read more
  Call 610-275-5720DirectionsWebsite

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

Everything in Montgomery County

Pennsylvania programs by kind of help

These are run by Pennsylvania 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
• 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