Island

Local offices in Island

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

• Local office · City office

  Island City Hall

  280 Adams Avenue, Island, KY 42350

  Help here

  • City government servicesContact City Hall for help with city government services.
  Call 270-486-3992DirectionsWebsite

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

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Island

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

Offices for all of McLean County

Island is in McLean County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• State office

  McLean County Department for Community Based Services Office

  290 State Highway 81 North, Calhoun, KY 42327

  Help here

  • Family support benefitsThe office can help residents apply for food, health, child care, and other family support benefits.Apply online
  Call 855-306-8959DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · Regional office

  Green River District Health Department, McLean County Health Center

  200 Hwy. 81 N., Suite 101, Calhoun, KY 42327

  Help here

  • Public health servicesVisit or call the health center for public health services in McLean County.
  • WICWIC provides food and nutrition support for eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and young children.
  Call 270-273-3062DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Green River Area Agency on Aging and Independent Living

  300 GRADD Way, Owensboro, KY 42301

  Help here

  • Aging and disability supportGet information and referrals for aging and disability services, including meals, transportation, caregiver support, and long-term care help.Read more
  Call 800-928-9094DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on gradd.com

• Veterans · State office

  Kentucky Department of Veterans Affairs, Region 5

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits assistanceThe regional benefits representative helps veterans and their families with veterans benefits.
  Call 270-705-3331Website

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

• Emergency help · County office

  McLean County Emergency Management

  210 Main Street, Calhoun, KY 42327

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness and responseThe county office helps residents prepare for emergencies and supports local response and recovery.
  Call 270-273-3213DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on facebook.com

• Library · County office

  McLean County Public Library

  116 E. 2nd St, Livermore, KY 42352

  Help here

  • Library servicesGet a library card, borrow materials, and use the library’s other services.Apply online
  Call 270-278-9184DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on mcleancopubliclibrary.com

Everything in McLean County

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