Lincoln County

Local offices in Lincoln County

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

• Human services · State office

  Department for Community Based Services, Family Support

  144 Frontier Boulevard, Stanford, KY 40484

  Help here

  • Family Support 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

• 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

• Public health · County office

  Lincoln County Health Department

  44 Health Way, Stanford, KY 40484

  Help here

  • Public health servicesGet health services, immunizations, health education, and referrals.
  • WICEligible women, infants, and children can get healthy foods, nutrition education, and health referrals.
  Call 606-365-3106DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on lincolncountyhealth.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
  Call 866-665-7921DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office

  Department for Community Based Services, Protection and Permanency

  144 Frontier Boulevard, Stanford, KY 40484

  Help here

  • Child and adult protectionContact this office about reports of abuse or neglect, foster care, and adoption services.
  Call 606-365-3551DirectionsWebsite

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

• Jobs and training · State office

  Kentucky Career Center access point at Lincoln County Public Library

  201 Lancaster Street, Stanford, KY 40484

  Help here

  • Job seeker servicesGet help with job searches, career planning, training, and referrals to workforce services.
  Call 606-365-7513DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · County office

  Lincoln County Public Library

  201 Lancaster Street, Stanford, KY 40484

  Help here

  • Library servicesVisit the library to borrow books and use its other library services.
  Call 606-365-7513DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · County office

  Lincoln County Government

  102 East Main Street, Stanford, KY 40484

  Call 606-365-2534DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on lincolnky.com

Lincoln County, Kentucky website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Food near you

Food pantries and free meals in Lincoln County, closest to the center of Stanford first. Hours change, so call first when you can.

• Food pantry

  NorthEast Christian Church Food Pantry

  NorthEast Christian Church

  36 miles from the center of Stanford

  990 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

  Call 859-299-1251DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on ncclex.org, checked on October 9, 2026

• Free meals

  Maxwell Street Presbyterian Church

  36 miles from the center of Stanford

  180 E. Maxwell Street, Lexington, KY 40508

  Hours

  Hours not listed. Call first.

  Thursday Nights at 5:45pm. Doors open at 5:30pm.

  Call 859-255-1074DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on maxpres.org, checked on October 9, 2026

• Free grocery market

  Mission Market

  The Nathaniel Mission

  37 miles from the center of Stanford

  1109 Versailles Road, Suite 400, Lexington, KY 40508

  Hours

  • Tue1 PM to 1:45 PM
  • Wed1 PM to 1:45 PM
  • Thu1 PM to 1:45 PM

  Who can come: Fayette County residents

  What to bring: Bring a picture ID as proof of address. Each household may shop once a month.

  Call 859-255-0062DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on nathanielmission.com, checked on October 9, 2026

• Free meals

  Lighthouse Ministries

  Lighthouse Ministries, Inc.

  37 miles from the center of Stanford

  190 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.

  Call 859-259-3434DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on lighthouselex.org, checked on October 9, 2026

• Free meals

  New Life Day Center

  37 miles from the center of Stanford

  224 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

  Call 859-721-2325DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on content.lexingtonky.gov, checked on October 9, 2026

• Free meals

  First Presbyterian Church

  37 miles from the center of Stanford

  171 Market Street, Lexington, KY 40507

  Hours

  • Sat11:30 AM to 1 PM (last of the month)
  Call 859-252-1919Directions

  Listed on content.lexingtonky.gov, checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Lincoln County

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

Cities and towns in Lincoln County

• Crab Orchard
• Hustonvillenot checked yet
• Stanford

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