Val Verde County

Local offices in Val Verde County

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

• Human services · County office

  Val Verde County Judge’s Office Welfare Program

  400 Pecan Street, Del Rio, TX 78840

  Help here

  • County welfare assistanceThe Judge’s Office administers county welfare assistance and provides an application.Apply online
  Call 830-774-7501DirectionsWebsite

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

• Community action · County office

  Val Verde County Community Center

  1690 Cienegas Rd, Del Rio, TX 78840

  Help here

  • Food and community supportThe center offers food support, free public internet, and referrals to help with utility bills.
  Call 830-768-1054DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · City office

  City of Del Rio WIC Program

  200 Bridge Street, Del Rio, TX 78840

  Help here

  • WIC food and nutrition supportWIC offers healthy food, nutrition advice, and breastfeeding support to eligible pregnant people and families with young children.Apply online
  Call 830-774-8609DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on cityofdelrio.com

• Local office · 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 211Website

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

• Public health · County office

  Val Verde County Health Department / Risk Management

  207 E. Losoya Street, Del Rio, TX 78840

  Help here

  • Public health and permitsThe department handles health complaints and permits for food businesses, signs, buildings, and land use.
  Call 830-774-7570DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office

  Texas Department of State Health Services, Del Rio Field Office

  173 Wildcat Drive, Del Rio, TX 78840

  Help here

  • Immunizations and public health supportThe field office provides immunizations and public health support to residents and local care providers.
  Call 830-768-2800DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Middle Rio Grande Area Agency on Aging

  307 Nopal, Carrizo Springs, TX 78834

  Help here

  • Aging and caregiver supportOlder adults and caregivers can get help with benefits, meals, care, and long-term care rights.
  Call 800-224-4262DirectionsWebsite

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

• Veterans · County office

  Val Verde County Veterans Services

  508 E. 11th St., Del Rio, TX 78840

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits helpCounty staff help veterans and their families file VA claims and enroll in VA health care.
  • Veterans medical transportationEligible veterans can get free rides to VA hospitals and clinic appointments.
  Call 830-774-7548DirectionsWebsite

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

• Jobs and training · Regional office

  Workforce Solutions Middle Rio Grande, Del Rio Career Center

  1601 Veterans Blvd, Suite 1, Del Rio, TX 78840

  Help here

  • Job search and career servicesJob seekers can use free computers, internet, and other resources while looking for work.
  Call 830-774-4741DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office

  Texas Department of Public Safety, Del Rio Driver License Office

  2012 Veterans Blvd, Del Rio, TX 78840

  Help here

  • Driver licenses and identification cardsResidents can apply for a driver license or state identification card at this office.Read more
  Call 830-703-1202DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · County office

  Val Verde County Library

  300 Spring Street, Del Rio, TX 78840

  Help here

  • Library servicesResidents can borrow books, use library computers, and join library programs.
  Call 830-774-7595DirectionsWebsite

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

Val Verde County, TX website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Val Verde County

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

Cities and towns in Val Verde County

• Del Rio

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