Madison County

Local offices in Madison County

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

• Child support · County office

  Madison County Attorney's Office

  135 W Irvine Street, 2nd Floor, Richmond, KY 40475

  Help here

  • Child supportGet help with paternity matters and collection of court-ordered child support.
  Call 859-624-4777DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on madisoncountyky.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

  Madison County Health Department

  214 Boggs Lane, Richmond, KY 40475

  Help here

  • Public health clinicGet preventive health services, vaccines, and health education through the county health department.
  • WICWIC provides nutrition help for eligible women, infants, and children.
  Call 859-623-7312DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Bluegrass Area Agency on Aging and Independent Living

  699 Perimeter Drive, Lexington, KY 40517

  Help here

  • Aging and independent living supportGet connected to aging and independent living services for Madison County residents.Read more
  Call 859-269-8021DirectionsWebsite

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

• Emergency help · County office

  Madison County Emergency Management/CSEPP

  560 S Keeneland, Richmond, KY 40475

  Help here

  • Emergency preparednessGet information about local emergency planning and preparedness.
  Call 859-624-4787DirectionsWebsite

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

• Jobs and training · State office

  Kentucky Career Center, Richmond

  309 Spangler Drive, Richmond, KY 40475

  Help here

  • Job and training servicesGet help finding a job, improving work skills, or connecting with training.
  Call 859-267-2223DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office

  Kentucky Driver Licensing Regional Office, Richmond

  830 Eastern Bypass, Suite A12, Richmond, KY 40475

  Help here

  • Driver license and ID servicesApply for, renew, or replace a Kentucky driver license, permit, or ID card.
  DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · County office

  Madison County Public Library

  507 West Main Street, Richmond, KY 40475

  Help here

  • Library servicesBorrow books and use library programs, technology, and learning resources.Apply online
  Call 859-623-6704DirectionsWebsite

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

Madison County, Kentucky website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Madison County

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

Cities and towns in Madison County

• Berea
• Richmond

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