Elko County Welfare (Nevada)

Elko County WIC Offices provide access to the Women, Infants, and Children nutritional program in Elko County, Nevada. Elko County WIC Offices process applications to join the Elko County welfare program, provide nutrition education, and administer food services to eligible people. Pregnant and recently pregnant women, infants, and young children are eligible for the program if they meet income requirements and are at nutrition risk. Elko County WIC Offices determine eligibility for benefits and accept applications, and they may conduct assessments for determining nutrition risk. WIC Office services may be available through their website.

Elko Family Resource Center of Northeastern Nevada WIC Office Elko NV 331 7th Street 89801 775-777-8833


Elko County Food Stamp Offices administer the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), a form of nutrition assistance provided to income-eligible households in Elko County, Nevada. Local Elko County Food Stamp Offices can process applications for SNAP benefits, help determine eligibility for the program, and provide nutritional education. They also help administer monthly benefits, distribute food assistance benefits, and accept applications from individuals and Elko County households. Food Stamp Offices in Elko County may also monitor compliance with SNAP rules. Food Stamp Offices provide access to information and services on their websites.

Elko District Food Stamp Office Elko NV 1020 Ruby Vista Drive, 101 89801 775-753-1233


The Elko County Social Services Department provides a range of health and human services and programs in Elko County, Nevada. They often administer safety net programs, provide basic necessities, and protect children, the elderly, and dependent or vulnerable adults. Elko County Social Services may administer assistance programs such as SNAP or TANF, as well as Medicare or Medicaid and any state health programs for low-income uninsured or underinsured groups. They may also provide Elko County housing services, substance abuse and addiction services, energy assistance, and mental health services. Social Service Departments in Elko County provide online access to many of their services and programs.

Elko Social Service Department Elko NV 1745 Silver Street 89801 775-738-9310