Butler
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Local offices in Butler
We have not checked Butler on its own yet. Here is what we have for the area around it.
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals, closest to the center of Butler first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Food pantry
Lexington Public Library, Northside Branch
Lexington Public Library
49 miles from the center of Butler1733 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
Listed on content.lexingtonky.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Lexington Rescue Mission
50 miles from the center of Butler444 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
Listed on content.lexingtonky.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Butler
Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.
Food bank
Food banks supply the food pantries and meal sites near you. Call or check the website to find one close by.
Nonprofit
Freestore Foodbank
3401 Rosenthal Way, Cincinnati, OH 45204
Listed on feedingamerica.org, checked on October 10, 2026
Free legal help
Free help with civil legal problems, like eviction, benefits and family law, for people with low incomes. Funded by the Legal Services Corporation.
Nonprofit
Legal Aid of the Bluegrass
Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
Community action
Local nonprofits that help people with low incomes. Many help with energy bills, rent, jobs and taxes. Call to ask what they offer now.
Nonprofit
Northern Kentucky Community Action Commission, Inc.
717 Madison Ave, Covington, KY 41011-2479
Listed on apps.legislature.ky.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Pendleton County
Butler is in Pendleton County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · State office
Pendleton County Department for Community Based Services, Family Support
500 Market Street, Falmouth, KY 41040
Help here
- Public benefitsApply for SNAP, Medicaid, and other public assistance benefits.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on chfs.ky.gov
Public health · Regional office
Three Rivers District Health Department, Pendleton County
329 Highway 330 West, Falmouth, KY 41040
Help here
- Public health servicesGet immunizations, health screenings, reproductive health care, and other local public health services.
- WICWIC offers food support, nutrition education, and referrals to eligible pregnant people, parents, infants, and young children.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on trdhd.com
Mental health and recovery · Nonprofit
NorthKey Community Care, Falmouth
318-320 Montjoy Street, Falmouth, KY 41040
Help here
- Mental health and substance use careGet counseling, psychiatric care, substance use services, and help coordinating care.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on northkey.org
Older adults · Regional office
Northern Kentucky Area Agency on Aging and Independent Living
22 Spiral Drive, Florence, KY 41042
Help here
- Aging and disability supportOlder adults and caregivers can ask about meals, in-home help, transportation, and other support.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on nkadd.org
Emergency help · County office
Pendleton County Emergency Management
2275 Highway 27 North, Falmouth, KY 41040
Help here
- Emergency preparedness and recoveryGet local information and help preparing for, responding to, and recovering from emergencies.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on pendletoncounty.ky.gov
Jobs and training · State office
Kentucky Career Center access point at Pendleton County Public Library
801 Robbins Avenue, Falmouth, KY 41040
Help here
- Job seeker servicesGet information and referrals for job placement, unemployment reemployment, training, and career services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on kcc.ky.gov
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
Talk to a person
- Kentucky 2-1-1
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 211 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
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