Albany

Local offices in Albany

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

• 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

• Housing help · Regional office

  Housing Authority of Albany

  200 Harvest Street, Albany, KY 42602

  Help here

  • Public housingContact the authority about low-rent public housing in Albany.
  Call 606-387-7708DirectionsWebsite

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

• Utilities · City office

  Albany Municipal Water Works

  Help here

  • Water billing and service helpPay your water bill or contact the city about a bill or water service problem.Apply online
  Call 606-387-6011Website

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

• Local office · City office

  City of Albany

  260 Burkesville Rd, Albany, KY 42602

  Help here

  • City government servicesContact the city about city services and questions for city officials.
  Call 606-387-6011DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · County office

  Clinton County Senior Center

  110 Spring Street, Albany, KY 42602

  Help here

  • Senior servicesOlder adults can ask about meals, transportation, respite, and other support.
  Call 606-387-9011DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on chfs.ky.gov

• Library · County office

  Clinton County Public Library

  302 King Dr, Albany, KY 42602

  Help here

  • Library servicesVisit for library materials and other services for residents.
  Call 606-387-5989DirectionsWebsite

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

City of Albany, KY website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Albany

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

Offices for all of Clinton County

Albany is in Clinton County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Human services · State office

  Department for Community Based Services, Clinton County Office

  801 Tennessee Road, Suite D, Albany, KY 42602

  Help here

  • Food and medical benefitsApply for food assistance and medical benefits at this state office.
  • Child and adult protectionGet help with reports of child or adult abuse, foster care, and adoption services.
  Call 855-306-8959DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · Regional office

  Clinton County Health Department, Lake Cumberland District Health Department

  131 Foothills Avenue, Albany, KY 42602

  Help here

  • Public health servicesVisit or call for local public health services and health information.
  Call 606-387-5711DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Clinton County Senior Citizen Center

  110 N. Spring Street, Albany, KY 42602

  Help here

  • Senior servicesOlder adults can ask about meals, transportation, and other support services.
  Call 606-387-9011DirectionsWebsite

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

• Veterans · County office

  Clinton County Veteran Services

  Clinton County Community Center, 200 Spring Street, Albany, KY 42602

  Help here

  • Veterans assistanceContact the county veterans service office for help with veterans' benefits and services.
  Call 606-387-9447DirectionsWebsite

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

• Emergency help · County office

  Clinton County Emergency Services/911

  Help here

  • Emergency services informationCall the dispatch general number for information about county emergency services.
  Call 606-387-5917Website

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

• Jobs and training · State office

  Clinton County Adult Education

  2353 North Highway 127, Albany, KY 42602

  Help here

  • Adult education and career servicesContact the center about adult education and available career services.
  Call 606-387-8082DirectionsWebsite

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

Everything in Clinton County

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