Lake Jackson
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Local offices in Lake Jackson
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Utilities · City office
Lake Jackson Utility Billing
25 Oak Drive, Lake Jackson, TX 77566
Help here
- Water and sewer billsGet help understanding or paying your Lake Jackson water and sewer bill.Apply online
- Senior water bill discountResidents age 65 and older can apply for a discount on the base water and sewer bill.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on lakejackson-tx.gov
Older adults · City office
Lake Jackson Civic Center Fun-Timers
333 Highway 332 East, Lake Jackson, TX 77566
Help here
- Senior and active adult programsAdults age 55 and older can join activities, classes, games, and trips.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on lakejackson-tx.gov
Local office · City office
Lake Jackson City Hall
25 Oak Drive, Lake Jackson, TX 77566
Help here
- City information and customer serviceCall or visit City Hall for help finding city services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on lakejackson-tx.gov
Jobs and training · Regional office
Workforce Solutions, Lake Jackson
491 This Way, Lake Jackson, TX 77566
Help here
- Job search and workforce servicesVisit for help with job searches and workforce services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on wrksolutions.com
Library · County office
Brazoria County Library System, Lake Jackson Branch
250 Circle Way, Lake Jackson, TX 77566
Help here
- Library servicesVisit the Lake Jackson branch for local library services and resources.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on lakejackson-tx.gov
Parks and recreation · City office
Lake Jackson Parks and Recreation
91 Lake Road, Lake Jackson, TX 77566
Help here
- Recreation programs and facilitiesFind city recreation programs, activities, and facilities for residents.Apply online
- Recreation financial assistanceLake Jackson residents can ask about financial assistance for recreation center costs.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on lakejackson-tx.gov
Checked on October 8, 2026
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals, closest to the center of Lake Jackson first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Mobile pantry
Crossroads at Park Place Community Food Fair
Crossroads at Park Place
45 miles from the center of Lake Jackson7843 Park Place Blvd., Houston, TX 77087
Hours
- Wed10 AM to 12:30 PM
Who can come: General public
What to bring: No appointment is needed.
Listed on crossroadsatparkplace.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Crossroads at Park Place Meal Service
Crossroads at Park Place
45 miles from the center of Lake Jackson7843 Park Place Blvd., Houston, TX 77087
Hours
- Tue7 AM to 12 PM
- Thu7 AM to 12 PM
Who can come: People experiencing homelessness and poverty
What to bring: No appointment or ID needed. No cost.
Listed on crossroadsatparkplace.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Emergency Services - Southwest
Christian Community Service Center
45 miles from the center of Lake Jackson6856 Bellaire Blvd., Houston, TX 77074
Hours
- Mon10 AM to 1 PM
- Tue10 AM to 1 PM
- Thu10 AM to 1 PM
- Fri10 AM to 1 PM
- Sat9 AM to 12 PM
Who can come: Residents of the CCSC service ZIP codes
What to bring: Complete an interview. Bring photo ID, household IDs or birth certificates, and proof of current address. ID is requested but is not required for USDA foods. No appointment is needed.
Listed on ccschouston.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Wednesday Night Fellowship
St. Luke's Gethsemane
45 miles from the center of Lake Jackson6856 Bellaire Blvd., Houston, TX 77074
Hours
- Wed6 PM to 7 PM
Who can come: People of all ages and cultures
Listed on gethchurch.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
The Salvation Army East Harris County Corps Community Center Food Pantry
The Salvation Army East Harris County Corps Community Center
46 miles from the center of Lake Jackson2732 Cherry Brook Ln., Pasadena, TX 77502
Hours
- Mon8:30 AM to 12 PM; 1 PM to 4 PM
- Tue8:30 AM to 12 PM; 1 PM to 4 PM
- Wed8:30 AM to 12 PM; 1 PM to 4 PM
- Thu8:30 AM to 12 PM; 1 PM to 4 PM
- Fri8:30 AM to 12 PM; 1 PM to 3:30 PM
Listed on salvationarmyhouston.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
ICNA Relief Houston Food Pantry
ICNA Relief Houston
46 miles from the center of Lake Jackson5645 Hillcroft Ave., Suite 405, Houston, TX 77036
Hours
- Tue4 PM to 6 PM
- Wed4 PM to 6 PM
- Thu4 PM to 6 PM
- Fri4 PM to 6 PM
- Sat12 PM to 2 PM. By appointment
Who can come: Registered clients
What to bring: Register for monthly food assistance. Pantry visits are scheduled by appointment. New visitors may ask staff about an emergency food basket when resources are available.
Listed on icnarelief.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Lake Jackson
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
Houston Food Bank
535 Portwall Street, Houston, TX 77029
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
Lone Star Legal Aid
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
Gulf Coast Community Services Association
9320 Kirby Dr, Houston, TX 77054-8800
Listed on tdhca.texas.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Brazoria County
Lake Jackson is in Brazoria County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Community action · Nonprofit
Actions, Inc. of Brazoria County
313 W. Mulberry St., Angleton, TX 77515
Help here
- Senior meals and supportThe agency offers meals, transportation, and information services to county residents age 60 and older.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on actionsinc.org
Public health · County office
Brazoria County WIC
203 Nevada St., Brazoria, TX 77422
Help here
- WIC food and nutrition supportWIC helps eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children under five with healthy food and nutrition support.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on brazoriacountytx.gov
Housing help · County office
Brazoria County Housing and Community Development
237 E. Locust St., Angleton, TX 77515
Help here
- Housing Choice Voucher assistanceEligible residents can apply for rental help through the Housing Choice Voucher program.
- Home repair assistanceEligible homeowners can seek help with housing repair or reconstruction.
- Utility assistanceThe department offers utility assistance programs for eligible county residents.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on brazoriacountytx.gov
Human services · County office
Brazoria County Indigent Health Care Department
434 E. Mulberry St., Angleton, TX 77515
Help here
- Indigent health careThe program helps eligible county residents get basic health care when they cannot afford it.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on brazoriacountytx.gov
Public health · County office
Brazoria County Health Department
434 E. Mulberry St., Angleton, TX 77515
Help here
- Public health and immunizationsThe department provides public health services and eligible immunizations at its county clinics.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on brazoriacountytx.gov
Courts and legal help · County office
Brazoria County Law Library
Help here
- Legal research resourcesResidents can use the law library to find legal information and research resources.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on brazoriacountytx.gov
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 211 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
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