Kerr County
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Local offices in Kerr County
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
State office
Kerrville WIC Clinic
838 Sidney Baker Street, Kerrville, TX 78028
Help here
- WIC food and nutrition supportEligible pregnant and postpartum people, infants, and children under five can get healthy food and nutrition support.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on office.texaswic.org
Human services · County office
Kerr County Indigent Health Services
700 Main Street, BA 104, Kerrville, TX 78028
Help here
- County indigent health careEligible low-income county residents can apply for basic health care when they do not qualify for other health coverage.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on kerrcountytx.gov
Public health · County office
Kerr County Environmental Health Department
550 Earl Garrett Street, Suite 100, Kerrville, TX 78028
Help here
- Septic system permits and complaintsThe department handles septic system permits, reviews, and complaints.Read more
- Solid waste and nuisance concernsThe department handles reports about illegal dumping, illegal burning, and public nuisances.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on kerrcountytx.gov
Mental health and recovery · Regional office
Hill Country Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Centers
819 Water Street, Suite 300, Kerrville, TX 78028
Help here
- Mental health and developmental disability servicesThe center provides mental health and developmental disability services to people in Kerr County and nearby counties.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on hillcountry.org
State office
Texas Department of State Health Services, Kerrville Office
One Schreiner Center, 819 Water Street, Suite 290, Kerrville, TX 78028
Help here
- Public health servicesThe regional state health office provides public health services to residents in the Kerrville area.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dshs.texas.gov
Courts and legal help · County office
Kerr County Law Library
Kerr County Courthouse, 700 Main Street, 2nd Floor, Kerrville, TX 78028
Help here
- Self-service legal researchResidents can use legal research tools, computers, and a self-service printer.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on kerrcountytx.gov
Older adults · Regional office
Alamo Area Agency on Aging
2700 NE Loop 410, Suite 101, San Antonio, TX 78217
Help here
- Aging and caregiver supportOlder adults and caregivers can get help with benefits, care planning, meals, legal services, and transportation.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on aacog.gov
Veterans · County office
Kerr County Veterans Service Office
550 Earl Garrett Street, Suite 107, Kerrville, TX 78028
Help here
- Veterans benefits helpStaff help veterans and their families understand and apply for eligible state and federal veterans benefits.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on kerrcountytx.gov
Emergency help · County office
Kerr County Emergency Management
700 Main Street, CB101, Kerrville, TX 78028
Help here
- Emergency preparedness and alertsThe office shares disaster preparedness information and helps residents sign up for emergency alerts.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on kerrcountytx.gov
Jobs and training · Regional office
Workforce Solutions Alamo Career Center
1700 Sidney Baker Road, Suite 500, Kerrville, TX 78028
Help here
- Job search and training supportJob seekers can get help finding work, training for a career, and learning about child care resources.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on workforcesolutionsalamo.org
State office
2-1-1 Texas
Help here
- Local help and referralsCall 2-1-1 to find local help with food, housing, bills, health care, and other needs.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on 211texas.org
Library · City office
Butt-Holdsworth Memorial Library
505 Water Street, Kerrville, TX 78028
Help here
- Library servicesResidents can borrow books and use library programs and digital resources.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on kerrvilletx.gov
Checked on October 8, 2026
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals in Kerr County, closest to the center of Kerrville first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Free meals
Virginia Gill Community Center
City of San Antonio Senior Nutrition Program
52 miles from the center of Kerrville7902 Westshire, San Antonio, TX 78227
Hours
Hours not listed. Call first.
Mid-day meal served daily.
Who can come: Adults 60 years and older and spouses in Bexar County
What to bring: Complete Senior Services Program enrollment
Listed on sa.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Laurel Street Church of Christ Food Pantry
Laurel Street Church of Christ
55 miles from the center of Kerrville1747 W Laurel Street, San Antonio, TX 78201
Hours
- Wed1 PM to 3 PM
Who can come: Everyone is invited
What to bring: Bring a valid ID with your current address
Listed on laurelstreetcoc.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Community Food Distribution
Laurel Heights Seventh-day Adventist Church
56 miles from the center of Kerrville703 W Ashby Place, San Antonio, TX 78212
Hours
- Wed11 AM to 1 PM (3rd of the month)
Who can come: The community
Listed on laurelheightssdachurch.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Time Dollar Community Food Pantry
San Antonio Time Dollar Community Connections
56 miles from the center of Kerrville2806 W Salinas St, San Antonio, TX 78207
Hours
- Mon9:30 AM to 11:45 AM
Listed on satimedollar.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
The Agape Ministry, Inc.
57 miles from the center of Kerrville127 Lanark Drive, San Antonio, TX 78218
Hours
- Mon12:30 PM to 2:30 PM
- Tue12:30 PM to 2:30 PM
- Wed9:30 AM to 11:30 AM; 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM. Additional afternoon hours
- Thu9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
- Fri9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Who can come: People needing food assistance
What to bring: Bring a photo ID and proof of where you live
Listed on theagapeministryinc.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
St. Stephen's CARE Center Food Pantry
Catholic Charities, Archdiocese of San Antonio
57 miles from the center of Kerrville2127 S Zarzamora St, San Antonio, TX 78207
Hours
- Mon9 AM to 4 PM
- Tue9 AM to 4 PM
- Wed9 AM to 4 PM
- Thu9 AM to 4 PM
- Fri9 AM to 4 PM
Listed on sa.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Kerr County
Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.
Food bank
Food banks supply the food pantries and meal sites near you. Call or check the website to find one close by.
Nonprofit
San Antonio Food Bank
5200 Historic Old Hwy 90, San Antonio, TX 78227
Listed on feedingamerica.org, checked on October 10, 2026
Free legal help
Free help with civil legal problems, like eviction, benefits and family law, for people with low incomes. Funded by the Legal Services Corporation.
Nonprofit
Texas RioGrande Legal Aid, Inc.
Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
Community action
Local nonprofits that help people with low incomes. Many help with energy bills, rent, jobs and taxes. Call to ask what they offer now.
Nonprofit
Community Council of South Central Texas, Inc.
801 N Highway 123 Byp, Seguin, TX 78155-3944
Listed on tdhca.texas.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Cities and towns in Kerr County
Texas programs by kind of help
These are run by Texas 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
Talk to a person
- 2-1-1 Texas
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 877-541-7905 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988