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Local offices in Lexington-Fayette
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Human services · City office
Social Services
200 E. Main St., Lexington, KY 40507
Help here
- Community social servicesResidents can find city social service information and a guide to local food resources.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on lexingtonky.gov
State office
Department for Community Based Services, Family Support
455 Park Place, Suite 120, Lexington, KY 40511
Help here
- Public benefits applicationsResidents can apply for or get help with SNAP, Medicaid, cash assistance, and child care benefits.Apply onlineRead more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on prd.webapps.chfs.ky.gov
Human services · City office
Community & Resident Services
498 Georgetown St., Lexington, KY 40508
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- Emergency and utility assistanceResidents can ask about emergency financial help and assistance with eligible utility bills.
- Housing repair assistanceEligible homeowners with a code violation notice can apply for help with required repairs.Read more
- Case managementResidents can ask for case management and help connecting with local resources.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on lexingtonky.gov
Housing help · County office
Lexington-Fayette Urban County Housing Authority
300 W. New Circle Road, Lexington, KY 40505
Help here
- Public housing and housing choice vouchersApply for or get help with public housing and housing choice voucher programs.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on lexha.org
Housing help · City office
Grants and Special Programs
200 E. Main St., Lexington, KY 40507
Help here
- Emergency home repairIncome-eligible homeowners can request a deferred loan for certain urgent electrical, plumbing, or heating repairs.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on lexingtonky.gov
Utilities · City office
LEXserv
218 E. Main St., Lexington, KY 40507
Help here
- Sewer and landfill billing helpCustomers can ask about payment plans and eligible financial assistance for sewer and landfill fees.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on lexingtonky.gov
Human services · City office
Youth Services
1135 Harry Sykes Way, Lexington, KY 40504
Help here
- Youth and family supportYouth and families can ask about case management, parent support, and youth programs.
- Parent and Guardian EmpowermentFamilies can get voluntary case management, support groups, and help finding resources for youth.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on lexingtonky.gov
Courts and legal help · City office
Lexington-Fayette Urban County Human Rights Commission
342 Waller Ave., Suite 1A, Lexington, KY 40504
Help here
- Discrimination complaintsResidents can ask the commission to investigate discrimination in employment, housing, or public accommodations.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on lexingtonky.gov
Human services · City office
Family Care Center
1135 Harry Sykes Way, Lexington, KY 40504
Help here
- Family and early childhood servicesYoung parents and families can ask about early child care, home visiting, and family support programs.
- Parent Education ProgramExpectant and parenting students ages 13 to 20 can get help continuing high school and learning parenting skills.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on lexingtonky.gov
Older adults · City office
Lexington Senior Center
195 Life Lane, Lexington, KY 40502
Help here
- Senior programs and resource connectionsAdults age 60 and older can join activities and ask for help connecting with services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on lexingtonky.gov
Local office · City office
LexCall 311
115 Cisco Road, Lexington, KY 40504
Help here
- City service requestsResidents can report problems such as potholes, missed garbage collection, debris, and damaged signs.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on lexingtonky.gov
Immigrant services · City office
Global Lex
1306 Versailles Road, Suite 110, Lexington, KY 40504
Help here
- New resident and language access helpResidents can get help finding city services, community resources, language support, and integration programs.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on lexingtonky.gov
Jobs and training · State office
Kentucky Career Center, Lexington
2473 Fortune Dr., Lexington, KY 40509
Help here
- Job search and career servicesJob seekers can get help with job searches, training, career planning, and unemployment information.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on kcc.ky.gov
State office
Kentucky Driver Licensing Regional Office, Lexington-Leestown
141 Leestown Center Way, Suite 125, Lexington, KY 40511
Help here
- Driver licenses and identificationResidents can apply for, renew, or replace a Kentucky driver license or identification card in person.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on drive.ky.gov
State office
Kentucky Driver Licensing Regional Office, Lexington-Spindletop
2624 Research Park Dr., Lexington, KY 40511
Help here
- Driver licenses and identificationResidents can apply for, renew, or replace a Kentucky driver license or identification card in person.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on drive.ky.gov
Library · County office
Lexington Public Library
140 E. Main St., Lexington, KY 40507
Help here
- Library servicesUse library collections, programs, and public learning resources.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on lexpublib.org
Local office · Regional office
Lextran
200 W. Loudon Ave., Lexington, KY 40508
Help here
- Reduced transit faresEligible seniors and people with disabilities can get an ID card for half-fare bus rides.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on lextran.com
Local office · City office
Planning Office neighborhood resources
101 E. Vine St., 7th floor, Lexington, KY 40507
Help here
- Neighborhood association resourcesResidents can find their neighborhood association and information about neighborhood grants, block parties, and facility rentals.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on lexingtonky.gov
Parks and recreation · City office
Lexington Parks & Recreation
469 Parkway Dr., Lexington, KY 40504
Help here
- Parks, recreation, and programsResidents can find city parks, community centers, sports, classes, camps, and recreation programs.
- Count Me In fee assistanceQualifying households can apply for a 50 percent discount on eligible paid programs, camps, and events.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on lexingtonky.gov
Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government website
Checked on October 8, 2026
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals, closest to the center of Lexington-Fayette first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Free meals
Catholic Action Center
0.3 miles from the center of Lexington-Fayette1055 Industry Road, Lexington, KY 40505
Hours
- Mon9 AM to 9:30 AM. Eat in; 9:30 AM to 10 AM. To go; 12 PM to 12:30 PM. Eat in; 12:30 PM to 1 PM. To go; 5:30 PM to 6 PM. Eat in; 6 PM to 6:30 PM. To go
- Tue9 AM to 9:30 AM. Eat in; 9:30 AM to 10 AM. To go; 12 PM to 12:30 PM. Eat in; 12:30 PM to 1 PM. To go; 5:30 PM to 6 PM. Eat in; 6 PM to 6:30 PM. To go
- Wed9 AM to 9:30 AM. Eat in; 9:30 AM to 10 AM. To go; 12 PM to 12:30 PM. Eat in; 12:30 PM to 1 PM. To go; 5:30 PM to 6 PM. Eat in; 6 PM to 6:30 PM. To go
- Thu9 AM to 9:30 AM. Eat in; 9:30 AM to 10 AM. To go; 12 PM to 12:30 PM. Eat in; 12:30 PM to 1 PM. To go; 5:30 PM to 6 PM. Eat in; 6 PM to 6:30 PM. To go
- Fri9 AM to 9:30 AM. Eat in; 9:30 AM to 10 AM. To go; 12 PM to 12:30 PM. Eat in; 12:30 PM to 1 PM. To go; 5:30 PM to 6 PM. Eat in; 6 PM to 6:30 PM. To go
- Sat9 AM to 9:30 AM. Eat in; 9:30 AM to 10 AM. To go; 12 PM to 12:30 PM. Eat in; 12:30 PM to 1 PM. To go; 5:30 PM to 6 PM. Eat in; 6 PM to 6:30 PM. To go
- Sun9 AM to 9:30 AM. Eat in; 9:30 AM to 10 AM. To go; 12 PM to 12:30 PM. Eat in; 12:30 PM to 1 PM. To go; 5:30 PM to 6 PM. Eat in; 6 PM to 6:30 PM. To go
Listed on content.lexingtonky.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Shiloh Baptist Church
1.6 miles from the center of Lexington-Fayette237 East 5th Street, Lexington, KY 40508
Hours
- Wed3 PM to 5 PM
Listed on content.lexingtonky.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Lighthouse Ministries
Lighthouse Ministries, Inc.
1.8 miles from the center of Lexington-Fayette190 Spruce Street, Lexington, KY 40507
Hours
Hours not listed. Call first.
Lunch at noon and dinner at 5:30 PM, Monday-Saturday. One meal on Sunday at 5 PM.
Listed on lighthouselex.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
New Life Day Center
1.9 miles from the center of Lexington-Fayette224 N. Martin Luther King Boulevard, Lexington, KY 40507
Hours
- Mon8:30 AM to 12 PM
- Tue8:30 AM to 12 PM
- Wed8:30 AM to 12 PM
- Thu8:30 AM to 12 PM
- Fri8:30 AM to 12 PM
- Sat8:30 AM to 11 AM
Languages: Spanish
Listed on content.lexingtonky.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
NorthEast Christian Church Food Pantry
NorthEast Christian Church
2.1 miles from the center of Lexington-Fayette990 Star Shoot Parkway, Lexington, KY 40509
Hours
- Sat10 AM to 12 PM
Who can come: East side of Lexington
What to bring: Bring ID or other documentation showing proof of Fayette County residency
Languages: Spanish
Listed on ncclex.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
First Presbyterian Church
2.2 miles from the center of Lexington-Fayette171 Market Street, Lexington, KY 40507
Hours
- Sat11:30 AM to 1 PM (last of the month)
Listed on content.lexingtonky.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Lexington-Fayette
Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.
Food bank
Food banks supply the food pantries and meal sites near you. Call or check the website to find one close by.
Nonprofit
Gods Pantry Food Bank, Inc.
2201 Innovation Drive, Lexington, KY 40511
Listed on feedingamerica.org, checked on October 10, 2026
Free legal help
Free help with civil legal problems, like eviction, benefits and family law, for people with low incomes. Funded by the Legal Services Corporation.
Nonprofit
Legal Aid of the Bluegrass
Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
Community action
Local nonprofits that help people with low incomes. Many help with energy bills, rent, jobs and taxes. Call to ask what they offer now.
Nonprofit
Community Action Council for Lexington-Fayette, Bourbon, Harrison and Nicholas Counties, Inc.
710 W High St, Lexington, KY 40508-2451
Listed on apps.legislature.ky.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Fayette County
Lexington-Fayette is in Fayette County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · City office
Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government Department of Social Services
200 E. Main St., Lexington, KY 40507
Help here
- Family and community supportGet connected with family, aging, youth, and other community support services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on lexingtonky.gov
State office
Kentucky Department for Community Based Services, Fayette County Office
455 Park Place, Suite 120A, Lexington, KY 40511
Help here
- Family support benefitsApply for or get help with food, medical, cash, and child care assistance.
- Child supportGet help with child support services through the state office.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on prd.webapps.chfs.ky.gov
Public health · County office
Lexington-Fayette County Health Department
650 Newtown Pike, Lexington, KY 40508
Help here
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on lfchd.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
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on bgadd.org
Emergency help · County office
Lexington Division of Emergency Management
115 Cisco Road, Lexington, KY 40504
Help here
- Emergency preparednessGet information to prepare for emergencies and find local emergency resources.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on lexingtonky.gov
Jobs and training · State office
Kentucky Career Center, Lexington
2473 Fortune Drive, Lexington, KY 40509
Help here
- Job and career servicesGet help finding work, building job skills, or accessing training.
- Unemployment benefit informationGet information and referrals for unemployment benefit services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on kcc.ky.gov
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
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