Franklin County

Local offices in Franklin County

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

• State office

  Franklin County DCBS Family Support Office

  210 West Cedar Street, Franklin, KY 42134-2161

  Help here

  • Family Support benefitsResidents can get help with food benefits, medical assistance, and other family support services.
  Call 855-306-8959DirectionsWebsite

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

• Housing help · Regional office

  Housing Authority of Frankfort

  590 Walter Todd Drive, Frankfort, KY 40601

  Help here

  • Public housingEligible households can apply for income-based public housing.Apply onlineRead more
  • Housing Choice VoucherEligible households can apply for help paying rent through the Section 8 voucher program.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 502-223-2148DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · County office

  Franklin County Health Department

  100 Glenns Creek Road, Frankfort, KY 40601

  Help here

  • Public health clinic servicesThe health department provides clinic care, vaccines, and other public health services.Read more
  • WICWIC helps eligible pregnant and postpartum people, infants, and children under five get nutrition support.Read more
  Call 502-564-7647DirectionsWebsite

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

• Mental health and recovery · Nonprofit

  New Vista Franklin County

  191 Doctors Drive, Frankfort, KY 40601

  Help here

  • Mental health and substance use careResidents can get counseling, treatment, and crisis support for mental health or substance use needs.
  Call 502-223-2182DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Bluegrass Area Agency on Aging and Independent Living

  699 Perimeter Drive, Lexington, KY 40517

  Help here

  • Aging and caregiver supportOlder adults and caregivers can ask about regional aging services and support.Read more
  Call 866-665-7921DirectionsWebsite

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

• Emergency help · Regional office

  Frankfort / Franklin County Office of Emergency Management and Homeland Security

  300 West Second Street, Suite 3, Frankfort, KY 40601

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness and responseThe office coordinates local planning and response during emergencies and disasters.
  Call 502-352-2065DirectionsWebsite

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

• Jobs and training · State office

  Kentucky Career Center at Paul Sawyier Public Library

  319 Wapping Street, Frankfort, KY 40601

  Help here

  • Career and job seeker servicesCareer Center staff offer scheduled help with job searches, training, and career resources at the library.
  Call 859-267-2223DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office

  Frankfort Driver Licensing Regional Office

  200 Mero Street, Frankfort, KY 40622

  Help here

  • Driver licenses and identification cardsResidents can request, renew, or replace a Kentucky driver license or identification card at a regional office.
  Call 502-564-1257DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · Regional office

  Paul Sawyier Public Library

  319 Wapping Street, Frankfort, KY 40601

  Help here

  • Library servicesResidents can use free library materials, learning resources, and public programs.Read more
  Call 502-352-2665DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · County office

  Franklin County Fiscal Court

  321 West Main Street, Frankfort, KY 40601

  Call 502-875-8751DirectionsWebsite

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

Franklin County, Kentucky website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Franklin County

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

Cities and towns in Franklin County

• Frankfort

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