Christian County

Local offices in Christian County

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

• Human services · State office

  Christian County Family Support Office

  644 North Drive, Hopkinsville, KY 42240

  Help here

  • Food and medical benefitsThe office helps residents with food, medical, and other family support benefits.Apply online
  Call 855-306-8959DirectionsWebsite

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

• Child support · County office

  Christian County Attorney's Office

  209 East 14th Street, Hopkinsville, KY 42240

  Help here

  • Child support assistanceThe county attorney's office helps parents collect child support payments.
  Call 270-887-4114DirectionsWebsite

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

• Housing help · Regional office

  Housing Authority of Hopkinsville

  400 North Elm Street, Hopkinsville, KY 42240

  Help here

  • Public and assisted housingThe housing authority takes applications for its housing programs and maintains program waiting lists.Apply online
  Call 270-887-4275DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · County office

  Christian County Health Department

  1700 Canton Street, Hopkinsville, KY 42240

  Help here

  • Public health clinics and servicesThe health department offers clinic services, health information, and referrals for county residents.
  • WICWIC provides food support, nutrition information, and health care referrals for eligible pregnant and postpartum people, infants, and young children.
  Call 270-887-4160DirectionsWebsite

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

• Mental health and recovery · Regional office

  Pennyroyal Center, Sivley Outpatient

  735 North Drive, Hopkinsville, KY 42240

  Help here

  • Behavioral health servicesThe center provides outpatient behavioral health care and lists a 24-hour emergency response line.
  Call 270-886-5163DirectionsWebsite

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

• Courts and legal help · State office

  Christian County Justice Center and Court Self-Help

  Help here

  • Court and legal self-help informationThe Kentucky Court of Justice provides legal self-help forms and information for people handling court matters.Read more
  Website

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Pennyrile Area Agency on Aging and Independent Living

  300 Hammond Drive, Hopkinsville, KY 42240

  Help here

  • Aging and disability supportAsk about meals, transportation, caregiver support, benefits counseling, and services for older adults and people with disabilities.
  Call 866-844-4396DirectionsWebsite

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

• Emergency help · County office

  Christian County Emergency Management

  216 West 7th Street, Suite B, Hopkinsville, KY 42240

  Help here

  • Emergency planning and response coordinationThe office coordinates local agencies during emergencies and helps plan for disasters.
  Call 270-887-6253DirectionsWebsite

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

• Jobs and training · State office

  Kentucky Career Center, Hopkinsville

  110 Riverfront Drive, Hopkinsville, KY 42240

  Help here

  • Job search and career servicesThe center helps people find jobs, get career training, and access unemployment claim assistance.
  Call 270-889-6509DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office

  Kentucky Driver Licensing Regional Office, Hopkinsville

  700B Hammond Plaza, Hopkinsville, KY 42240

  Help here

  • Driver licenses and state ID cardsApply for or renew a Kentucky driver license or state ID in person.Apply online
  DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · Regional office

  Hopkinsville-Christian County Public Library

  1101 Bethel Street, Hopkinsville, KY 42240

  Help here

  • Library services and learning resourcesResidents can use library materials, learning programs, printing, and job search resources.
  Call 270-887-4262DirectionsWebsite

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

Christian County, Kentucky website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Christian County

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

Cities and towns in Christian County

• Croftonnot checked yet
• Hopkinsville
• LaFayettenot checked yet
• Oak Grove
• Pembroke

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