Lecompton

Local offices in Lecompton

We have not checked Lecompton on its own yet. Here is what we have for the area around it.

Nonprofits that serve Lecompton

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

Offices for all of Douglas County

Lecompton is in Douglas County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• State office

  Kansas Department for Children and Families, Lawrence Service Center

  1901 Delaware St, Lawrence, KS 66046

  Help here

  • Food, cash, and child care assistanceApply for state food, cash, and child care assistance through DCF.Apply online
  Call 833-765-2003DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dcf.ks.gov

• Human services · County office

  Douglas County Housing and Human Services

  2518 Ridge Ct, Lawrence, KS 66046

  Help here

  • Housing and basic-needs referralsContact the county to find local help with housing, food, clothing, health care, and transportation.
  • Rent and utility assistanceThe Housing Stabilization Collaborative helps residents seek rent or utility assistance.Apply onlineRead more
  DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dgcoks.gov

• Housing help · Regional office

  Lawrence-Douglas County Housing Authority

  1600 Haskell Ave, Lawrence, KS 66044

  Help here

  • Affordable housingThe housing authority helps Douglas County residents apply for affordable housing programs.Apply online
  Call 785-842-8110DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · County office

  Lawrence-Douglas County Public Health

  200 Maine St, Suite B, Lawrence, KS 66044

  Help here

  • Public health clinicThe clinic offers public health care and appointments for residents.
  • WICWIC offers nutrition support, healthy food benefits, and health education to eligible families.Read more
  Call 785-843-3060DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · Nonprofit

  United Way 211 Kansas

  Help here

  • Information and referralsCall 211 to find local help with basic needs and other services.Read more
  Call 211Website

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on 211kansas.org

• Courts and legal help · County office

  Douglas County District Court Self-Help Office

  111 E 11th St, Lawrence, KS 66044

  Help here

  • Court self-helpStaff can help people who represent themselves find court forms and understand court processes.
  Call 785-838-2483DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dgcoks.gov

Everything in Douglas County

Kansas programs by kind of help

These are run by Kansas 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
• HealthCare.gov

  Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. The federal marketplace for health insurance plans. Many people can get lower monthly costs based on their income.

  Call 1-800-318-2596
• 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