Bedford

Local offices in Bedford

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

• Local office · City office

  City of Bedford

  147 Victory Avenue, Bedford, KY 40006

  Help here

  • City services and sewer billingContact the city about local services, sewer fees, and sewer bill adjustments.Read more
  Call 502-255-3684DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · County office

  Trimble County Senior Citizens Building

  3114 Highway 421 North, Bedford, KY 40006

  Help here

  • Senior centerContact the county park office for information about the Senior Citizens Building.
  Call 502-938-2022DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on trimblecountyky.gov

• State office

  Trimble County Driver Licensing

  Trimble County Courthouse, 30 Highway 42 East, Bedford, KY 40006

  Help here

  • Driver licensingContact the Circuit Court Clerk about driver licensing services at the courthouse.
  Call 502-255-3525DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on kycourts.gov

• Library · Regional office

  Trimble County Public Library, Main Branch

  35 Equity Drive, Bedford, KY 40006

  Help here

  • Library cards, books, computers, and technology helpVisit the library to apply for a free card, borrow materials, use computers, or get limited help with a personal device.Read more
  Call 502-255-7362DirectionsWebsite

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

Checked on October 9, 2026

Food near you

Food pantries and free meals, closest to the center of Bedford first. Hours change, so call first when you can.

• Free meals

  Lexington Rescue Mission

  57 miles from the center of Bedford

  444 Glen Arvin Avenue, Lexington, KY 40508

  Hours

  • Mon9 AM to 10 AM. Breakfast; 12 PM to 1 PM. Lunch
  • Tue9 AM to 10 AM. Breakfast; 12 PM to 1 PM. Lunch
  • Wed9 AM to 10 AM. Breakfast; 12 PM to 1 PM. Lunch
  • Thu9 AM to 10 AM. Breakfast; 12 PM to 1 PM. Lunch
  • Fri9 AM to 10 AM. Breakfast; 12 PM to 1 PM. Lunch
  • Sat9 AM to 10 AM. Breakfast; 12 PM to 1 PM. Lunch

  Who can come: Anyone in need

  Call 859-381-9600DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on content.lexingtonky.gov, checked on October 9, 2026

• Free grocery market

  Mission Market

  The Nathaniel Mission

  57 miles from the center of Bedford

  1109 Versailles Road, Suite 400, Lexington, KY 40508

  Hours

  • Tue1 PM to 1:45 PM
  • Wed1 PM to 1:45 PM
  • Thu1 PM to 1:45 PM

  Who can come: Fayette County residents

  What to bring: Bring a picture ID as proof of address. Each household may shop once a month.

  Call 859-255-0062DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on nathanielmission.com, checked on October 9, 2026

• Food pantry

  The Salvation Army

  58 miles from the center of Bedford

  722-736 W. Main Street, Lexington, KY 40508

  Hours

  • Mon9 AM to 2 PM
  • Tue9 AM to 2 PM
  • Wed9 AM to 2 PM
  • Thu9 AM to 2 PM

  Who can come: Fayette County residents

  What to bring: An interview is required to determine eligibility. Bring identification, a rent receipt, Social Security card, and verification of income.

  Call 859-252-7706DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on content.lexingtonky.gov, checked on October 9, 2026

• Food pantry

  Lexington Public Library, Northside Branch

  Lexington Public Library

  58 miles from the center of Bedford

  1733 Russell Cave Road, Lexington, KY 40511

  Hours

  • Mon12 PM to 2 PM
  • Tue12 PM to 2 PM
  • Wed12 PM to 2 PM
  • Thu12 PM to 2 PM
  • Fri12 PM to 2 PM
  • Sat12 PM to 2 PM
  • Sun12 PM to 2 PM

  What to bring: Come before 9:30 a.m. to put your name on the list for same-day pickup

  DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on content.lexingtonky.gov, checked on October 9, 2026

• Free grocery market

  Nourish Lexington Build a Box Pantry at Coolavin Park

  FoodChain

  58 miles from the center of Bedford

  550 W. Sixth Street, Lexington, KY 40508

  Hours

  • Thu3:30 PM to 5:30 PM

  Who can come: Everyone

  What to bring: No documentation needed

  Languages: Spanish

  Call 859-428-8380DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on foodchainlex.org, checked on October 9, 2026

• Free meals

  FoodChain

  58 miles from the center of Bedford

  501 W. Sixth Street, Suite 105, Lexington, KY 40508

  Hours

  • Mon4 PM to 6 PM
  • Wed4 PM to 6 PM

  Who can come: Anyone in the community

  What to bring: No identifying information needed

  Languages: Spanish

  Call 859-428-8380DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on foodchainlex.org, checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Bedford

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

Job help near Bedford

American Job Centers are free. They help you look for work, write a resume, find training and apply for unemployment benefits. You can ask for an interpreter.

CareerOneStop lists no American Job Center in Bedford. These are the closest.

• American Job Center · Affiliate center

  Owen County Public Library

  29 miles away

  1370 Hwy 22 East, Owenton, KY 40359

  Hours: Monday-Friday 9:00am-4:00pm

  Call 502-484-3450DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on April 21, 2026

• American Job Center

  Norton Healthcare Goodwill Opportunity Campus

  Also helps people leaving jail or prison

  35 miles away

  2820 W Broadway, Louisville, KY 40211

  Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm

  Call 502-388-3010DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on March 26, 2026

• American Job Center · Affiliate center

  Paul Sawyer Library (Access Point)

  36 miles away

  318 Wapping Street, Frankfort, KY 40601

  Hours: Monday-Friday 10:00am-7:00pm

  Call 502-352-2665DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on April 21, 2026

Job center and program listings from CareerOneStop, sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration, and the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED). Checked on October 10, 2026.

Offices for all of Trimble County

Bedford is in Trimble County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• 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 · Regional office

  Trimble County Health Center

  138 Miller Lane, Bedford, KY 40006

  Help here

  • Local public health servicesContact the health center for local public health services and clinic information.
  Call 502-255-7701DirectionsWebsite

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

• Mental health and recovery · Nonprofit

  Seven Counties Services Trimble County Office

  18 Alexander Avenue, Suite C, Bedford, KY 40006

  Help here

  • Behavioral health servicesCall the office to ask about local counseling, mental health, and addiction services.
  Call 502-222-7210DirectionsWebsite

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

• Courts and legal help · State office

  Trimble County Circuit Court Clerk

  30 Highway 42 East, Bedford, KY 40006

  Help here

  • Court records and clerk servicesVisit or call the clerk for court records and court clerk services in Trimble County.
  Call 502-255-3213DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · County office

  Trimble County Fiscal Court

  123 Church Street, Bedford, KY 40006

  Help here

  • County government informationContact the county judge executive’s office with questions about county services or fiscal court.
  Call 502-255-7196DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  KIPDA Area Agency on Aging and Independent Living

  11520 Commonwealth Drive, Louisville, KY 40299

  Help here

  • Aging and disability supportOlder adults and people with disabilities can get information, referrals, and help connecting with local support services.Read more
  Call 502-266-5571DirectionsWebsite

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

Everything in Trimble 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