Silsbee

Local offices in Silsbee

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

• State office

  Silsbee HHSC Benefits Office

  1215 Highway 327 E, Silsbee, TX 77656

  Help here

  • State benefitsResidents can visit the office for help with state health and human services benefits.Apply online
  DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on hhs.texas.gov

• Utilities · City office

  City of Silsbee Water Services Billing

  1220 Hwy 327 East, Silsbee, TX 77656

  Help here

  • Water and sewer billsResidents can contact the city about water service billing and payments.Apply online
  Call 409-385-2863DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofsilsbee.com

• Older adults · Nonprofit

  Silsbee Seniors

  1108 N 5th Street, Silsbee, TX 77656

  Help here

  • Senior citizen servicesOlder residents can contact Silsbee Seniors for local senior services.
  Call 409-385-3253DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofsilsbee.com

• Library · City office

  Silsbee Public Library

  295 N 4th Street, Silsbee, TX 77656

  Help here

  • Library resources and public computersResidents can borrow books, use public computers, and access learning resources.Read more
  Call 409-385-4831DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on silsbeepubliclibrary.com

• Local office · City office

  Silsbee City Hall

  1220 Hwy 327 East, Silsbee, TX 77656

  Help here

  • City services and informationContact City Hall for information about city services and how to reach city departments.
  Call 409-385-2863DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofsilsbee.com

City of Silsbee website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Silsbee

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

Job help near Silsbee

American Job Centers are free. They help you look for work, write a resume, find training and apply for unemployment benefits. You can ask for an interpreter.

CareerOneStop lists no American Job Center in Silsbee. These are the closest.

• American Job Center

  Workforce Solutions Southeast Texas

  Also helps young people and people leaving jail or prison

  19 miles away

  510 Park Street, Beaumont, TX 77701-2248

  Hours: Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm

  Call 409-839-8045 Ext. 3222DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on April 21, 2026

• American Job Center

  Workforce Solutions South East Texas - Orange

  Also helps young people and people leaving jail or prison

  31 miles away

  2266 MacArthur Dr., Orange, TX 77630

  Hours: Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm

  Call 409-882-0302DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on April 21, 2026

• American Job Center

  Workforce Solutions - Southeast Texas

  Also helps young people and people leaving jail or prison

  32 miles away

  4680 Hwy 365, Port Arthur, TX 77642-2118

  Hours: Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm

  Call 409-962-1236DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on April 20, 2026

Job center and program listings from CareerOneStop, sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration, and the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED). Checked on October 10, 2026.

Offices for all of Hardin County

Silsbee is in Hardin County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Public health · County office

  Hardin County Health Services

  300 West Monroe Street, Kountze, TX 77625

  Help here

  • Public health and WICThe county health department provides public health services and WIC for eligible families.
  Call 409-246-5200DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · Regional office

  2-1-1 Southeast Texas Area Information Center

  2210 Eastex Freeway, Beaumont, TX 77703

  Help here

  • Information and referralsCall 211 to find local health and human services and get connected to community help.
  Call 211DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on 211texas.org

• Courts and legal help · County office

  Hardin County District Clerk

  300 West Monroe Street, Kountze, TX 77625

  Help here

  • Court records and self-help formsThe district clerk keeps civil, family, juvenile, and felony case records and links to Texas court self-help forms.
  Call 409-246-5150DirectionsWebsite

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

• Human services · County office

  Hardin County Crime Victims' Assistance Center

  1135 Redwood Street, Kountze, TX 77625

  Help here

  • Victim advocacy and supportAdvocates help crime victims with safety planning, referrals, court support, and compensation applications.
  Call 409-246-4300DirectionsWebsite

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

• Veterans · County office

  Hardin County Veteran Services

  1135 Redwood Street, Kountze, TX 77625

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits helpThe veteran service officer helps veterans and their families apply for earned federal, state, and county benefits.
  Call 409-246-5126DirectionsWebsite

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

• Emergency help · County office

  Hardin County Office of Emergency Management

  300 West Monroe Street, Kountze, TX 77625

  Help here

  • Emergency alerts and preparednessThe office shares emergency alerts and helps residents prepare for local emergencies.
  Call 409-246-5198DirectionsWebsite

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

Everything in Hardin 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