Zavala County

Local offices in Zavala County

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

• Public health · Nonprofit

  Vida Y Salud WIC, Carrizo Springs

  109 N. 1st St., Carrizo Springs, TX 78834

  Help here

  • WICWIC provides nutrition support for eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children under five.
  Call 830-876-9755DirectionsWebsite

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

• 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

• Human services · County office

  Zavala County Indigent Health Care Program

  200 E. Uvalde St., Ste. 9, Crystal City, TX 78839

  Help here

  • Indigent health careEligible county residents without Medicaid or other health coverage can ask about primary, specialty, hospital, and emergency care.Apply online
  Call 830-374-3810DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on co.zavala.tx.us

• Mental health and recovery · Regional office

  Camino Real Community Services, Zavala/Dimmit County MH Clinic

  315 N. First, Crystal City, TX 78839

  Help here

  • Mental health servicesResidents can contact the clinic about mental health services and care in Zavala County.
  Call 830-374-5854DirectionsWebsite

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

• Human services · Regional office

  Camino Real Community Services, Zavala County ECI

  1007 Veterans Ave., Crystal City, TX 78839

  Help here

  • Early childhood interventionFamilies can ask about early intervention services for children with developmental delays or disabilities from birth to age three.
  Call 830-374-2393DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Area Agency on Aging serving Zavala County

  Help here

  • Aging servicesOlder adults and caregivers can use the state directory to find the Area Agency on Aging serving Zavala County.
  Website

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

• Veterans · County office

  Zavala County Veterans Service

  Call 830-374-3810Website

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

• Jobs and training · Regional office

  Workforce Solutions Middle Rio Grande

  216 W. Main, Ste. B, Uvalde, TX 78801

  Help here

  • Workforce servicesJob seekers in Zavala County can contact the regional workforce board for employment and training help.
  Call 830-486-7507DirectionsWebsite

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

Zavala County, Texas website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Zavala County

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

Cities and towns in Zavala County

• Crystal City

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