Rockwall County
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Local offices in Rockwall County
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
State office
Rockwall WIC Clinic
2305 Ridge Rd, Suite 103, Rockwall, TX 75087
Help here
- WIC food and nutrition supportApply for food benefits and get nutrition and breastfeeding support for eligible families.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on office-stg.texaswic.org
Human services · County office
Rockwall County Indigent Health Care
1101 E Yellowjacket Lane, Suite 120, Rockwall, TX 75087
Help here
- County indigent health careApply for help paying for medically needed care if you meet the county's eligibility rules.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on rockwallcountytexas.com
State office
Texas Department of State Health Services Terrell Office
Cottage 732, 1200 E Brin St, Terrell, TX 75160
Help here
- Public health servicesContact this state health office for public health services serving Rockwall County.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on rockwallcountytexas.com
Older adults · Regional office
North Central Texas Area Agency on Aging
Help here
- Aging and caregiver supportCall for help with benefits, caregiver support, and services for older adults.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on nctcog.org
Veterans · County office
Rockwall County Veterans Services Office
1101 E Yellowjacket Lane, Suite 125, Rockwall, TX 75087
Help here
- Veterans benefits helpGet help with veterans benefits claims, military records, and survivor benefits.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on rockwallcountytexas.com
Emergency help · County office
Rockwall County Office of Emergency Management
915 Whitmore Dr, Rockwall, TX 75087
Help here
- Emergency preparedness and recoveryGet information to prepare for emergencies and find help after a disaster.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on rockwallcountytexas.com
Jobs and training · Regional office
Terrell Workforce Center
Help here
- Job search and workforce servicesGet job search and workforce services at the center serving Rockwall and Kaufman counties.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dfwjobs-prod-xbyk-2026.nctcog.org
Library · County office
Rockwall County Library
1215 E Yellowjacket Lane, Rockwall, TX 75087
Help here
- Library servicesGet a library card, borrow books and digital materials, and use public computers.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on rockwallcountytexas.com
Checked on October 8, 2026
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals in Rockwall County, closest to the center of Rockwall first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Mobile pantry
Fresh Food
The Salvation Army of North Texas
11 miles from the center of Rockwall451 W. Avenue D, Garland, TX 75040
Hours
- Thu11 AM to 2 PM (1st of the month). Drive thru
What to bring: One visit per month.
Listed on salvationarmydfw.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
The Salvation Army of North Texas Food Pantry
The Salvation Army of North Texas
11 miles from the center of Rockwall451 W. Avenue D, Garland, TX 75040
Hours
- Mon9 AM to 12 PM. Walk in
- Tue9 AM to 12 PM. Walk in
- Wed9 AM to 12 PM. Walk in
- Thu9 AM to 12 PM. Walk in
- Fri9 AM to 12 PM. Walk in
What to bring: One visit per month.
Listed on salvationarmydfw.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Community Pantry Day at Dallas College Centers
Dallas College
12 miles from the center of Rockwall675 W. Walnut St, Garland, TX 75040
Hours
- Fri9 AM to 4 PM. October 9, 2026 only
Who can come: Anyone
Listed on dallascollege.edu, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Friendship House
First Baptist Church of Garland
12 miles from the center of Rockwall620 W Avenue B, Garland, TX 75040
Hours
- Mon9 AM to 2:30 PM
- Tue9 AM to 2:30 PM
- Wed9 AM to 12 PM
- Thu9 AM to 2:30 PM; 5 PM to 7:30 PM
- Fri9 AM to 12 PM
Who can come: Garland, Rowlett, and Sachse communities
Listed on fbcgarland.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
St. Michael's Food Pantry
St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church
12 miles from the center of Rockwall950 Trails Parkway, Garland, TX 75043
Hours
- Thu9 AM to 11:30 AM. Closed on major holidays
- Fri9 AM to 11:30 AM. Closed on major holidays
- Sat9 AM to 11:30 AM. Closed on major holidays
What to bring: Picture ID required per family.
Listed on stmichaelgarland.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Community Breakfast
First Presbyterian Church of Garland
12 miles from the center of Rockwall930 W. Avenue B, Garland, TX 75040
Hours
- Sat8 AM to 10 AM
Who can come: Anyone in the community
Listed on fpcgarland.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Rockwall 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
North Texas Food Bank
3677 Mapleshade Lane, Plano, TX 75075
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
Legal Aid of NorthWest Texas
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 Services, Inc.
PO Box 612, Corsicana, TX 75151-0612
Listed on tdhca.texas.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Cities and towns in Rockwall 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
- United Way of Metropolitan Dallas 211
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.
Call 988Text 988