Wayne County

Local offices in Wayne County

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

• State office · State office

  Wayne County Department for Community Based Services, Family Support Office

  1520 North Main Street, Suite 5, Monticello, KY 42633

  Help here

  • Food, medical, and cash assistanceApply for food, medical, and other family assistance through the state Family Support office.
  Call 855-306-8959DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on 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

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

• Community action · Nonprofit

  Lake Cumberland Community Action Agency, Wayne County Office

  75 W. Columbia Avenue, Monticello, KY 42633

  Help here

  • Community assistanceContact the local office to ask about help with household needs and available community programs.
  Call 606-348-8481DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on capky.org

• Housing authority · Regional office

  Monticello Housing Authority

  210 Homestead Heights, Monticello, KY 42633

  Help here

  • Public housingApply for affordable public housing if you meet the program's income and residency rules.
  Call 606-348-6286DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on uwbg211.org

• Public health · Regional office

  Wayne County Health Department

  39 Jim Hill Service Drive, Monticello, KY 42633

  Help here

  • Public health servicesContact the health department about local health services and appointments.
  • WICWIC helps eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children get healthy food and nutrition support.Read more
  Call 606-348-9349DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on lcdhd.org

• Mental health and recovery · Regional office

  The Adanta Group, Wayne Clinic

  735 West Columbia Avenue, Suite 200, Monticello, KY 42633

  Help here

  • Behavioral health careThe clinic provides mental health and substance use services for people in the area.
  Call 606-348-9318DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on adanta.org

• Courts and legal help · State office

  Wayne County Circuit Court Clerk

  Wayne County Justice Center, 100 W. Columbia Avenue, Suite 101, Monticello, KY 42633

  Help here

  • Court records and court clerk servicesVisit or call the clerk's office for court records and information about court clerk services.
  Call 606-348-5841DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on kycourts.gov

• Older adults · County office

  Wayne County Senior Citizens Center

  75 Columbia Avenue, Monticello, KY 42633

  Help here

  • Older adult supportOlder adults can ask about meals, rides, benefits counseling, health checks, and other support.
  Call 606-348-5811DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Lake Cumberland Area Agency on Aging and Independent Living

  2384 Lakeway Drive, Russell Springs, KY 42642

  Help here

  • Aging and independent living servicesOlder adults can contact the regional agency for meals, transportation, escorts, and other aging services.
  Call 270-866-7092DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on lcadd.org

• Emergency help · County office

  Wayne County Homeland Security and Emergency Management

  111 Jim Hill Service Road, Monticello, KY 42633

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness and alertsGet local emergency information and sign up for county alerts and warnings.
  Call 606-348-3302DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · County office

  Wayne County Local Government

  55 N. Main St., Suite 103, Monticello, KY 42633

  Help here

  • County information and emergency alertsContact the county for local government information and to sign up for emergency alerts.
  Call 606-348-4241DirectionsWebsite

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

• Jobs and training · State office

  Kentucky Career Center, Monticello

  121 North Main Street, Monticello, KY 42633

  Help here

  • Job search and trainingGet help finding work, preparing for a job, or accessing training and employment services.
  Call 606-348-6050DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · Regional office

  Wayne County Public Library

  157 Rolling Hills Boulevard, Monticello, KY 42633

  Help here

  • Library servicesGet a library card and borrow books and other materials for learning and everyday use.
  Call 606-348-8565DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on waynecountylibrary.org

Wayne County Local Government website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Wayne County

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

Cities and towns in Wayne County

• Monticello

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