Legal
If you are in danger now, call 911
You can talk with an advocate any time. It is free and private, and they can help you make a safety plan.
- National Domestic Violence Hotline800-799-7233
- 911Emergency
- 988 Suicide and Crisis LifelineCall 988
- 988 Suicide and Crisis LifelineText 988
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Programs in Kentucky
Kentucky programs for this kind of help. Each agency decides who qualifies.
Cabinet for Health and Family Services
Domestic Violence Services
Kentucky provides resources and referrals for people affected by domestic violence.
Ways to apply:PhoneIn person
Checked on October 8, 2026
Free legal help in Kentucky
Legal aid groups funded by the Legal Services Corporation give free help with civil legal problems, like eviction, benefits and family law, to people with low incomes.
- Appalachian Research and Defense Fund of Kentucky
Serves Adair County, Bell County, Breathitt County, Casey County, Clark County, Clay County, Clinton County, Cumberland County and 29 more
Call 866-277-5733Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
- Kentucky Legal Aid
Serves Allen County, Ballard County, Barren County, Butler County, Caldwell County, Calloway County, Carlisle County, Christian County and 27 more
Call 270-782-5740Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
- Legal Aid of the Bluegrass
Serves Anderson County, Bath County, Boone County, Bourbon County, Boyd County, Boyle County, Bracken County, Campbell County and 25 more
Call 859-431-8200Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
- Legal Aid Society
Serves Breckinridge County, Bullitt County, Grayson County, Hardin County, Henry County, Jefferson County, Larue County, Marion County and 7 more
Call 502-584-1254Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 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