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Benton County Reentry Help

Benton County's seat is Fowler. Below are the offices and programs people coming home most often need, from reporting to probation or parole to getting an ID, food benefits, a job, and recovery support. Some state offices that serve this county, like the parole district or WorkOne, are in neighboring counties, so plan your rides.

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There is no WorkOne office inside Benton County. The State directs residents to the nearest WorkOne; see the Work section.

Start Here: Your First 72 Hours

Report as directed, get an ID, and apply for food and health coverage. Everything else gets easier after these.

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Benton County Probation Department

706 East 5th Street, Fowler, IN 47944

If you are on probation, report as your officer directs. Tell your officer right away if you change jobs or addresses.

IDOC Parole District Gary (PD 6): serves Benton County Call to confirm

Gary, IN 46402

Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM CST

If you are on state parole, this is your district office. Ask about the district's HIRE coordinator for job placement help.

Indiana BMV: Fowler BMV Branch

307 E 6TH ST Fowler, IN 47944

A state ID is the first key to a job, an apartment, and benefits. Ask for the free ID card for voting purposes if you cannot pay.

FSSA Division of Family Resources: Benton County (SNAP, Medicaid, TANF)

305 E. Sixth St., Fowler, IN 47944-1417

Mon–Fri, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Apply online for food assistance and health coverage; local staff will call you for an interview.

Work

Steady work is one of the strongest protections against going back. These offices help at no cost.

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WorkOne for Benton County residents

For Benton County residents, you may seek services from the WorkOne nearest you. Free job search help, resumes, and training money.

16 fair-chance employers in Benton County

Employers reported to hire people with records, with proof, locations, and how to apply.

Getting hired with a record: your tools

The free Federal Bonding Program, expungement, what employers can ask, and how to talk about your record.

Recovery & Housing

Stable, sober housing is where everything else gets built.

Indiana Recovery Works: find a provider

State-funded treatment and recovery housing for people with a justice history. Providers in nearby counties can also serve you.

Food, Rides & Community

Nobody makes it alone. These are the people who show up.

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Indiana 211

Phone Mon–Fri 7 AM–7 PM; in211.org anytime

Free and confidential. One call finds local food, shelter, utility help, and more. You can also text your ZIP code to 898-211.

All Indiana reentry programs

Statewide programs for job training, housing, and support after release, including IDOC's HIRE program.

Know Your Rights

Last verified: September 29, 2026. Listings marked Call to confirm had conflicting information in public sources.

Call ahead to confirm. Offices move and hours change. Broken Champions is not affiliated with the agencies, programs, or employers listed, and nothing on this page is legal advice.

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