Rusk County

Local offices in Rusk County

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

• Public health · County office

  Rusk County Health Department

  115 N. Main, Suite 500A, Henderson, TX 75652

  Help here

  • Public health educationGet education and community support for diabetes, high blood pressure, and healthy weight.
  Call 903-657-3832DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Area Agency on Aging of East Texas

  Help here

  • Aging servicesContact the Area Agency on Aging for information about services for older adults in Rusk County.
  Website

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

• Veterans · County office

  Rusk County Veterans Service Office

  115 N. Main, Suite 100-B, Henderson, TX 75652

  Help here

  • Veterans servicesContact the county Veterans Service Officer for help with veterans' services.
  Call 903-657-0313DirectionsWebsite

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

• Emergency help · County office

  Rusk County Office of Emergency Management

  1515 Whippoorwill Avenue, Henderson, TX 75652

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness and recoveryGet information and support to prepare for, respond to, and recover from emergencies.
  Call 903-657-8571DirectionsWebsite

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

• 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.
  Call 877-541-7905Website

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

• Library · County office

  Rusk County Library System

  106 East Main Street, Henderson, TX 75652

  Help here

  • Library servicesUse the county library system to find books, public computers, and library programs.
  Call 903-657-8557DirectionsWebsite

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

Rusk County, Texas website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Rusk County

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

Cities and towns in Rusk County

• Henderson
• Mount Enterprise
• New London
• Overton
• Tatum

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