Family & Community Wellness in Hamilton County

Last Updated: August 2026

Hamilton County families can find local programs for health, parenting, nutrition, financial wellness, mental health and other everyday needs.

Several county and community organizations can also help connect residents with more specialized services.

Quick Answer

A good starting point is Navigate Hamilton County, a local resource hub that helps residents find services based on their needs and ZIP code.

Resources include:

  • Mental health care
  • Food assistance
  • Housing help
  • Family support
  • Health and wellness services
  • Other community programs

Visit Navigate Hamilton County

→ View Community Resources


Purdue Extension – Hamilton County

Purdue Extension’s Health & Human Sciences (HHS) programs provide practical education for Hamilton County residents of all ages.

Programs focus on four main areas:

  • Family – parenting, relationships, child development and aging
  • Food – nutrition, food preparation and healthy eating
  • Money – budgeting and household financial management
  • Health – disease prevention, physical activity and overall wellness

Purdue Extension Hamilton County
2003 Pleasant Street
Noblesville, IN 46060
Phone: 317-776-0854

Hamilton County Health & Human Sciences Programs


Family & Parenting Programs

Purdue Extension offers family programs covering different stages of life.

Programs and educational resources may address:

  • Parenting
  • School readiness
  • Family relationships
  • Divorce and separation
  • Youth development
  • Healthy family communication
  • Aging and older adults

Available classes and programs change throughout the year.

View Purdue Extension Family Programs


Health & Wellness Programs

Hamilton County residents can also find educational programs addressing physical and emotional health.

Purdue Extension programs include topics such as heart health, physical activity, diabetes and Mental Health First Aid.

The Hamilton County Health Department also provides health education and public-health programs for residents.

Hamilton County Health Department

→ View Mental Health Services


Help Finding Community Services

If your family needs more than educational or wellness programs, Hamilton County has resources for basic needs as well.

→ View Food Assistance

→ View Housing Assistance

→ View Clothing Closets

→ View Addiction Help

→ View Domestic Violence Help

Hamilton County’s current Community Health Improvement Plan identifies access to health care, mental health and food insecurity as major community-health priorities.


Indiana Family & Social Services

For Medicaid, SNAP, TANF, child-care assistance and other state benefits, Hamilton County residents can contact Indiana’s Family and Social Services Administration.

Hamilton County Division of Family Resources
1105 S. 10th Street
Noblesville, IN 46060
Phone: 800-403-0864

→ View FSSA Benefits


Local Tips

  • Start with Navigate Hamilton County if you’re not sure which agency you need.
  • Purdue Extension programs are useful for parenting, nutrition, money management and general wellness.
  • Check program calendars because classes and workshops change throughout the year.
  • Don’t assume you won’t qualify for assistance based on Hamilton County’s overall income levels.
  • If one organization can’t help, ask for a referral to another local provider.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I find family resources in Hamilton County?

Navigate Hamilton County is a good starting point for finding local health, wellness and community services.

Are there parenting programs in Hamilton County?

Yes. Purdue Extension Hamilton County provides family education, and statewide Extension programs cover parenting, relationships, child development and other family topics.

Are there free community wellness programs?

Some programs and educational resources are free, while others may charge a fee. Check with the organization offering the program.

Where can I get help with food, housing or other basic needs?

See Community Resources or the individual assistance pages for local programs.

Where do I apply for Medicaid, SNAP or TANF?

These programs are administered through Indiana FSSA’s Division of Family Resources.


Related Pages

→ Community Resources

→ Mental Health Services

→ Food Assistance

→ Housing Assistance

→ Addiction Help

→ Domestic Violence Help

→ Food & Community Support


Official Resources

Navigate Hamilton County
Find local behavioral-health, wellness and basic-needs services.

Visit Navigate Hamilton County

Purdue Extension – Hamilton County
Family, nutrition, financial and health education programs.

Purdue Extension Hamilton County

Hamilton County Health Department
Public-health programs, education and local health services.

Hamilton County Health Department


Summary

Hamilton County offers family and community wellness resources covering parenting, health, nutrition, finances, mental health and basic needs.

Start with Navigate Hamilton County when you’re unsure where to turn, or explore Purdue Extension Hamilton County for family, food, financial and health education programs.