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Tell us more about what you need. We answer first, then show the programs that fit, then ask a few questions to narrow it down.
Programs in Kentucky
Kentucky programs for this kind of help. Each agency decides who qualifies.
Office of Unemployment Insurance
Unemployment Insurance
Unemployment Insurance provides temporary benefits to eligible workers who lose their jobs through no fault of their own.
Ways to apply:OnlinePhone
Department of Workers' Claims
Workers' Compensation
Workers' compensation provides benefits for covered work-related injuries and illnesses.
Ways to apply:PhonePaper
Kentucky Transportation Cabinet
Driver Licenses
Kentucky driver licensing offices issue and renew state driver licenses.
Ways to apply:In person
Kentucky Transportation Cabinet
State Identification Cards
Kentucky driver licensing offices issue state identification cards.
Ways to apply:In person
Office of Vital Statistics
Vital Records
The Office of Vital Statistics issues certified Kentucky birth, death, marriage, and divorce records.
Ways to apply:OnlinePaperIn person
Checked on October 8, 2026
Federal programs
These work the same in every state. Each agency decides who qualifies.
Social Security Administration
Replace a Social Security card
Get a free replacement Social Security card if yours was lost, stolen or damaged. Many people can ask online.
Request it online with a my Social Security account, or visit or call Social Security. It is always free.
Checked on October 9, 2026
Talk to a person
- Kentucky 211
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 211 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988