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United Way of Northwest Indiana Resource Navigator
NonprofitPersonalized benefits navigation in Gary for food, utility help, child care and mental health referrals. Call for intake.
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+1-219-464-3583
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Call United Way first for live local triage across food, transportation, jobs, legal, and health needs.
Before you apply
BenefitsGPS gives referral suggestions and contact leads. It is not an official eligibility decision, legal advice, medical advice, or a guarantee that a program has funding or openings.
- Confirm eligibility, service area, documents, hours, waitlists, and current availability.
- Avoid sharing Social Security numbers, case numbers, medical records, immigration identifiers, or other sensitive identifiers unless you are on a verified provider page.
- For emergencies, contact local emergency services or a crisis hotline immediately.
Programs to contact
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WorkOne Northwest Indiana
Federal Government ProgramLocate WorkOne NW Indiana centers for SNAP outreach, job training and addiction recovery referrals. See hours & eligibility.
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+1-800-743-3333
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Lake County Division of Family Resources
Local Government ProgramApply for SNAP/EBT, child care aid and Lake County benefits with application help and enrollment guidance. Apply online.
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+1-800-457-8283
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Gary-Merrillville Salvation Army
NonprofitGary food pantry and emergency assistance with referrals to shelters and mental health support. Call for intake.
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+1-517-546-4750
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Indiana Legal Services - Legal Help
NonprofitFree legal help to apply for or appeal SNAP/EBT and other benefits; submit an online intake for eligibility review. Apply online.
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+1-844-243-8570
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Indiana Legal Help
NonprofitSelf-help legal guides and forms for SNAP, evictions, and family safety issues across Indiana. See hours & eligibility.
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+1-831-956-5756
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Indiana Vocational Rehabilitation
Federal Government ProgramVocational rehab services with benefits navigation and referrals for SNAP, child care, and housing resources. Call for intake.
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+1-800-457-8283
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Help 4 Hoosiers - Health Care Plan Navigation
NonprofitHealth plan enrollment navigation, utility assistance, and local food pantry listings for Lake County residents. See hours & eligibility.
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+1-841-244-2363
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NorthShore Health Centers
NonprofitPrimary care clinics in Hammond and Portage offering medical care, addiction recovery referrals, and SNAP screening. See hours & eligibility.
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+1-888-313-8557
Recommended next steps
- Call United Way first for live local triage across food, transportation, jobs, legal, and health needs.
- Contact WorkOne for job search, training, resume help, and unemployment-related career services.
- Apply through Lake County DFR for SNAP, Medicaid/HIP, TANF, and eligibility screening.
- Ask Catholic Charities about food pantry, rent or utility help, and social service intake in Gary.
- Call the Salvation Army Gary-Merrillville Corps for emergency assistance and food-related support.
- Use Indiana Legal Services if benefits, eviction, employment, debt, or family law issues need legal help.
- Use Indiana Legal Help for forms, self-help guides, and referrals if you cannot reach an attorney quickly.
- If disability affects work, contact Vocational Rehabilitation for employment supports and accommodations.
- Use Help 4 Hoosiers for free HIP, CHIP, Medicaid, or Marketplace enrollment navigation.
- Contact NorthShore Health Centers for low-cost primary care, dental, behavioral health, and clinic access.
Need categories
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Food Assistance
- Food Security
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Healthcare
- Primary Care Access