San Augustine County

Local offices in San Augustine County

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

• Public health · State office

  San Augustine WIC

  581 S. El Camino Crossing, San Augustine, TX 75972

  Help here

  • WIC nutrition supportEligible families with young children and pregnant or breastfeeding parents can get healthy food, nutrition advice, and breastfeeding support.Apply online
  Call 936-275-5331DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on office.texaswic.org

• Mental health and recovery · Regional office

  Burke Center

  2001 South Medford Drive, Lufkin, TX 75901

  Help here

  • Behavioral health and disability servicesBurke Center provides behavioral health and intellectual and developmental disability services to people in Newton County.
  Call 936-639-1141DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Deep East Texas Area Agency on Aging

  1405 Kurth Drive, Lufkin, TX 75904

  Help here

  • Aging and caregiver supportOlder adults and caregivers can get help finding services, meals, benefits counseling, and care support.
  Call 409-384-7614DirectionsWebsite

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

• Veterans · County office

  San Augustine County Veterans Service Office

  100 Austin St., Center, TX 75935

  Help here

  • Veterans assistanceGet help with veterans benefits and claims from the county veterans service officer.
  Call 936-598-6530DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on co.san-augustine.tx.us

• Emergency help · County office

  San Augustine County Office of Emergency Management

  100 W Columbia, San Augustine, TX 75972

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness and responseGet county emergency information and learn how local agencies prepare for, respond to, and recover from emergencies.
  Call 936-275-2762DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on co.san-augustine.tx.us

• State office

  Texas Department of Public Safety San Augustine Area Office

  551 El Camino Crossing, San Augustine, TX 75972

  Help here

  • Driver license and identification servicesApply for or renew a Texas driver license or identification card by appointment.Apply online
  DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dps.texas.gov

• Library · City office

  San Augustine Public Library

  413 E Columbia St, San Augustine, TX 75972

  Help here

  • Library materials and public computersBorrow books and other materials or use the library's public computers and Wi-Fi.
  • Genealogy researchAsk the library genealogist for help researching family history.
  Call 936-275-5367DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofsanaugustinetx.gov

San Augustine County, Texas website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve San Augustine County

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

Cities and towns in San Augustine County

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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