Cumberland County

Local offices in Cumberland County

We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.

• Human services · State office

  Department for Community Based Services, Family Support Office

  232 Keen Street, Burkesville, KY 42717

  Help here

  • Food and medical assistanceVisit or call the office for help with food, medical, and other family support benefits.
  Call 855-306-8959DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on prd.webapps.chfs.ky.gov

• Public health · Regional office

  Cumberland County Health Department

  226 Copper Lane, Burkesville, KY 42717

  Help here

  • Public health servicesContact the health department to schedule local public health services.
  Call 270-864-2206DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on lcdhd.org

• Mental health and recovery · Regional office

  Adanta

  Help here

  • Behavioral health crisis supportCall Adanta for behavioral health crisis support serving Cumberland County.Read more
  Call 606-387-7635Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on adanta.org

• Courts and legal help · State office

  Cumberland County Justice Center, Circuit Court Clerk

  112 Courthouse Square, Burkesville, KY 42717

  Help here

  • Court records and formsAsk the clerk for court records, filing procedures, and official court forms.
  Call 270-864-2611DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on kycourts.gov

• Older adults · Regional office

  Lake Cumberland Senior Center for Aging

  213 Upper River Street, Burkesville, KY 42717

  Help here

  • Aging servicesOlder adults can contact the center about meals, transportation, and other support services.Read more
  Call 270-864-2265DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on cumberlandcounty.ky.gov

• Emergency help · County office

  Cumberland County Emergency Operations Center

  229 Glasgow Road, Burkesville, KY 42717

  Help here

  • Emergency management and dispatch informationContact the center for non-emergency information about county 911 dispatch and emergency management.
  Call 270-864-4141DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on cumberlandcounty.ky.gov

• Jobs and training · State office

  Kentucky Career Center, Cumberland County Office

  213 Upper River Street, Burkesville, KY 42717

  Help here

  • Job search and career servicesGet help finding a job, preparing for work, or exploring training options.
  Call 270-864-9316DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on kcc.ky.gov

• Library · County office

  Cumberland County Public Library

  114 Hill Street, Burkesville, KY 42717

  Help here

  • Library servicesGet a library card, borrow books and other materials, use public computers, or join a library program.
  Call 270-864-2207DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on cumberlandcountylibrary.org

Cumberland County Fiscal Court website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Cumberland County

Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.

Cities and towns in Cumberland County

• Burkesville

Kentucky programs by kind of help

These are run by Kentucky and work the same everywhere in the state. Each page lists the programs and how to apply.

• FoodFood benefits, WIC, school meals and food banks.
• HousingRent help, shelter, and help with heat and power bills.
• HealthHealth coverage, Medicare, mental health care and help with drug costs.
• MoneyCash help, disability, retirement and veterans payments, and tax help.
• CareChild care, help for older adults and disability support.
• EducationHelp paying for college and training, and free preschool.
• WorkJobs, unemployment, and the IDs and papers you need for work.
• Legal helpFree legal help with eviction, family law, benefits and more.
• SafetyHelp with abuse at home, a safe place to stay, and crisis lines.

Checked on October 8, 2026

Federal help anyone can use

These come from the federal government, so they work the same in every state.

• Supplemental Security Income (SSI)

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people with little income and few resources who are 65 or older, blind, or have a disability, including children.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes and now cannot work because of a disability that will last a long time.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Social Security retirement benefits

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes, starting as early as 62. Spouses and widows may also get benefits.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Medicare

  Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Health insurance for people 65 or older and for some younger people with a disability or kidney failure.

  Call 1-800-633-4227
• Extra Help with Medicare drug costs

  Social Security Administration. Help paying for Medicare prescription drug plans for people with limited income and resources.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• VA health care

  U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Health care at VA clinics and hospitals for veterans who served in the active military and did not get a dishonorable discharge.

  Call 1-877-222-8387
• VA disability compensation and benefits

  U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Monthly payments for veterans with an illness or injury caused or made worse by military service, plus education, home loan and other benefits.

  Call 1-800-827-1000
• FAFSA, the federal student aid form

  U.S. Department of Education. One free form that opens federal grants, work-study and loans for college or trade school. Many states and schools use it for their own aid too.

  Call 1-800-433-3243
• Federal Pell Grant

  U.S. Department of Education. Money for college or trade school that usually does not have to be paid back, for students with financial need.

  Call 1-800-433-3243
• Lifeline phone and internet discount

  Federal Communications Commission. A monthly discount on phone or internet service for households with low income or who get benefits like SNAP, Medicaid or SSI.

  Call 1-800-234-9473
• Head Start and Early Head Start

  U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Free preschool, child care and family support for young children from birth to age 5 in families with low income, run by local programs.

  Call 1-866-763-6481
• IRS Free File

  Internal Revenue Service. File your federal tax return online for free with tax software offered through the IRS, if your income is under the year's limit.

• VITA and TCE free tax help

  Internal Revenue Service. IRS-certified volunteers prepare and file your taxes for free, in person, for people with low or moderate income, older adults and people with disabilities.

  Call 1-800-906-9887
• Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)

  Internal Revenue Service. A federal tax credit for people who work and earn low to moderate income. It can mean a bigger refund, even if you owe no tax.

  Call 1-800-829-1040
• Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)

  U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Help paying rent in a home you choose, for families with very low income, older adults and people with disabilities. Local housing authorities run it, and many have waiting lists.

• Replace a Social Security card

  Social Security Administration. Get a free replacement Social Security card if yours was lost, stolen or damaged. Many people can ask online.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• FEMA disaster assistance

  Federal Emergency Management Agency. Help with a place to stay, repairs and other needs after a disaster the President has declared in your area.

  Call 1-800-621-3362

Checked on October 9, 2026