Brodhead
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Local offices in Brodhead
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Utilities · City office
City of Brodhead City Hall and Water and Sewer
Help here
- City government servicesContact City Hall for help with city government questions and services.
- Water and sewer billingContact the city about water and sewer service and bills.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on kydlgweb.ky.gov
Checked on October 9, 2026
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals, closest to the center of Brodhead first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Food pantry
NorthEast Christian Church Food Pantry
NorthEast Christian Church
43 miles from the center of Brodhead990 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
Maxwell Street Presbyterian Church
44 miles from the center of Brodhead180 E. Maxwell Street, Lexington, KY 40508
Hours
Hours not listed. Call first.
Thursday Nights at 5:45pm. Doors open at 5:30pm.
Listed on maxpres.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Catholic Action Center
44 miles from the center of Brodhead1055 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
Lighthouse Ministries
Lighthouse Ministries, Inc.
44 miles from the center of Brodhead190 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
44 miles from the center of Brodhead224 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
Free meals
First Presbyterian Church
45 miles from the center of Brodhead171 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 Brodhead
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
Appalachian Research and Defense Fund of Kentucky
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
Daniel Boone Community Action Agency, Inc.
1535 Shamrock Rd, Manchester, KY 40962-9201
Listed on apps.legislature.ky.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Rockcastle County
Brodhead is in Rockcastle County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
State office
Rockcastle County Department for Community Based Services
125 West Main Street, Mount Vernon, KY 40456
Help here
- Family Support ProgramsApply for Kentucky benefits and get help with family support programs through the state office.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on chfs.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
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on kentucky211.org
Public health · Regional office
Rockcastle County Health Center
120 Richmond Street, Mount Vernon, KY 40456
Help here
- Public health servicesThe health center provides health care, health education, and environmental health services.
- WICWIC provides food and nutrition support to eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on cvdhealthdept.com
Older adults · Regional office
Cumberland Valley Area Agency on Aging and Independent Living
342 Old Whitley Road, London, KY 40743
Help here
- Older adult and independent living servicesContact the agency for older adult services, meals, transportation, and help living independently.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on chfs.ky.gov
Emergency help · County office
Rockcastle County Emergency Management
Help here
- Emergency planning and preparednessContact the county office for local emergency preparedness information.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on rockcastlecountyfiscalcourt.com
Library · County office
Rockcastle County Public Library
60 Ford Drive, Mount Vernon, KY 40456
Help here
- Library servicesVisit the library to borrow books and use its public resources.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on rockcastlelibrary.org
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