Mason County

Local offices in Mason County

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

• Human services · State office

  Mason County DCBS Family Support

  201 Government Street, Suite 2, Maysville, KY 41056

  Help here

  • Family and individual supportApply for food and cash benefits, Medicaid, and other family support services.Apply online
  Call 855-306-8959DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on chfs.ky.gov

• Child support · State office

  Kentucky Department of Child Support Services, Mason County

  120 1/2 West Third Street, Maysville, KY 41056

  Help here

  • Child support servicesApply for child support services or get help with an existing child support case.Apply online
  Call 800-248-1163DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on kentuckychildsupport.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

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on kentucky211.org

• Housing authority · Regional office

  Housing Authority of Maysville

  600 Clark Street, Maysville, KY 41056

  Help here

  • Public housingContact the housing authority to ask about applying for its housing programs.
  Call 606-564-4409DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on cms3.revize.com

• Public health · Regional office

  Buffalo Trace District Health Department, Mason County

  130 East 2nd Street, Maysville, KY 41056

  Help here

  • Public health servicesGet local public health information and health services from the county health department.
  • WICCall to ask about WIC food and nutrition support for eligible families with young children.
  Call 606-564-9447DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on buffalotracehealth.com

• Older adults · Regional office

  Buffalo Trace Area Development District, Area Agency on Aging and Independent Living

  201 Government Street, Suite 300, Maysville, KY 41056

  Help here

  • Aging and disability supportAsk about benefits counseling, meals, transportation, caregiver support, and other services for older adults and people with disabilities.Read more
  Call 606-564-7084DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on btadd.com

• Library · County office

  Mason County Public Library

  218 East Third Street, Maysville, KY 41056

  Help here

  • Library servicesGet a library card, borrow books and digital materials, and use library programs and resources.
  Call 606-564-3286DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on masoncountylibrary.com

Mason County, Kentucky website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Mason County

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

Cities and towns in Mason County

• Dovernot checked yet
• Maysville
• Sardisnot checked yet

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.
• GoodsClothing, diapers, furniture, a phone and other things for home.
• TransitBus fares, rides and getting to appointments.
• 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.
• LegalFree legal help, and help staying safe.

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