Princeton

Local offices in Princeton

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

• Housing help · Regional office

  Housing Authority of Princeton

  100 Hillview Court, Princeton, KY 42445

  Help here

  • Public housingApply for income-based rental housing for eligible households.
  Call 270-365-5769DirectionsWebsite

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

• Utilities · City office

  Princeton Water Department

  118 W. Market Street, Princeton, KY 42445

  Help here

  • Water service and billingContact the Water Department for help with water service and utility bills.
  Call 270-365-9301DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on princetonky.us

• Utilities · City office

  Princeton Electric Plant Board

  304 E. Legion Drive, Princeton, KY 42445

  Help here

  • Electric service and billingContact the Electric Plant Board for help with electric service and utility bills.
  Call 270-365-2031DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on princetonky.us

• Local office · City office

  Princeton City Hall

  206 E. Market Street, Princeton, KY 42445

  Help here

  • City services and informationVisit or call City Hall for help with city services, public records, and contacting city departments.
  Call 270-365-9575DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on princetonky.us

• Library · Regional office

  George Coon Public Library

  114 S. Harrison Street, Princeton, KY 42445

  Help here

  • Library servicesVisit the library to borrow books and use library services.
  Call 270-365-2884DirectionsWebsite

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

City of Princeton website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Princeton

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

Offices for all of Caldwell County

Princeton is in Caldwell County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Human services · State office

  Caldwell County Family Support Office

  300 MicBeth Drive, Princeton, KY 42445

  Help here

  • Food and medical benefitsApply for food, medical, and other public assistance benefits.Apply online
  Call 855-306-8959DirectionsWebsite

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

• Child support · County office

  Caldwell County Child Support Office

  100 E. Market Street, Room 24, Princeton, KY 42445

  Help here

  • Child support helpGet help with a child support case.
  Call 270-365-6943DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · Nonprofit

  Kentucky 211

  Help here

  • Help finding local servicesCall 211 to find local help with food, housing, bills, health care, and other needs.Read more
  Call 211Website

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on kentucky211.org

• Housing help · Regional office

  Princeton Housing Authority

  100 Hillview Court, Princeton, KY 42445

  Help here

  • Public housingApply for rental housing if you meet the program's income and eligibility rules.
  Call 270-365-5769DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · County office

  Caldwell County Health Department

  600 S. Jefferson Street, Princeton, KY 42445

  Help here

  • Public health servicesGet health screenings, immunizations, family planning, and other public health services.
  • WICGet nutrition support and food benefits through the WIC program.
  Call 270-365-6571DirectionsWebsite

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

• Mental health and recovery · Regional office

  Pennyroyal Center, Princeton Clinical Services

  1350 U.S. Highway 62 West, Princeton, KY 42445

  Help here

  • Mental health and substance use servicesCall to arrange mental health or substance use care in Caldwell County.
  Call 270-365-2008DirectionsWebsite

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

Everything in Caldwell 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