Johnson County

Local offices in Johnson 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, Paintsville Office

  205 Main St., Paintsville, KY 41240

  Help here

  • Family support benefitsVisit or contact the office to ask about food and cash assistance programs.
  DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · County office

  WIC at Johnson County Health Department

  630 James Trimble Blvd., Paintsville, KY 41240

  Help here

  • WICCall the health department to ask about WIC food and nutrition support for eligible families.
  Call 606-789-2590DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · County office

  Johnson County Health Department

  630 James Trimble Blvd., Paintsville, KY 41240

  Help here

  • Public health and clinic servicesGet health screenings, immunizations, disease testing, and other clinic services.Read more
  Call 606-789-2590DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · County office

  Johnson County Judge/Executive

  230 Court Street, Suite 201, Paintsville, KY 41240

  Help here

  • County government helpContact the Judge/Executive's office for help with county government services.
  Call 606-789-2550DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Big Sandy Area Agency on Aging and Independent Living

  110 Resource Court, Prestonsburg, KY 41653

  Help here

  • Aging and disability servicesAsk about meals, in-home help, transportation, caregiver support, and other services for older adults and people with disabilities.
  Call 606-886-2374DirectionsWebsite

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

• Emergency help · County office

  Johnson County Emergency Management

  230 Court Street, Suite 201, Paintsville, KY 41240

  Help here

  • Emergency planning and disaster helpGet information about preparing for emergencies and county disaster response.
  Call 606-789-2550DirectionsWebsite

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

• Jobs and training · State office

  Kentucky Career Center JobSight, Paintsville Access Point

  230 Court Street, Paintsville, KY 41240

  Help here

  • Job and career servicesGet help with job searches, career services, and referrals to workforce programs.
  Call 606-789-3641DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · County office

  Johnson County Public Library

  444 Main Street, Paintsville, KY 41240

  Help here

  • Library servicesGet a library card and use books, learning resources, and library programs.Read more
  Call 606-789-4355DirectionsWebsite

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

Johnson County website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Johnson County

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

Cities and towns in Johnson County

• Paintsville

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