Cynthiana
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Local offices in Cynthiana
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
State office
DCBS Family Support Office
59 East Ridge Road, Suite 1, Cynthiana, KY 41031
Help here
- Benefits applicationsVisit or call the office for help with food, medical, and other public assistance benefits.Apply online
Last checked October 9, 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
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on kentucky211.org
Housing help · Regional office
Cynthiana Housing Authority
148 Federal Drive, Cynthiana, KY 41031
Help here
- Public housing and rental assistanceAsk the housing authority about public housing and Housing Choice Voucher assistance.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on chaky.org
Local office · City office
City of Cynthiana City Hall
141 E Pike Street, Cynthiana, KY 41031
Help here
- City services and resident questionsContact City Hall with questions about city services or local government.
- Water bill paymentPay your city water bill online or contact City Hall for help with billing.Apply online
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on cynthianaky.com
Older adults · County office
Harrison County Senior Citizens Center
216 Old Lair Road, Cynthiana, KY 41031
Help here
- Senior meals and supportAdults age 60 and older can visit for meals, social activities, and help finding benefits and other support.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on uwbg211.org
Library · Regional office
Cynthiana-Harrison County Public Library
104 N Main Street, Cynthiana, KY 41031
Help here
- Library services and programsVisit the library to use its collection, get information, or join community programs.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on cynthianalibrary.org
Checked on October 9, 2026
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals, closest to the center of Cynthiana first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Food pantry
Lexington Public Library, Northside Branch
Lexington Public Library
23 miles from the center of Cynthiana1733 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
25 miles from the center of Cynthiana444 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
Free meals
FoodChain
25 miles from the center of Cynthiana501 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
Listed on foodchainlex.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free grocery market
Nourish Lexington Build a Box Pantry at Coolavin Park
FoodChain
25 miles from the center of Cynthiana550 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
Listed on foodchainlex.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Catholic Action Center
25 miles from the center of Cynthiana1055 Industry Road, Lexington, KY 40505
Hours
- Mon9 AM to 9:30 AM. Eat in; 9:30 AM to 10 AM. To go; 12 PM to 12:30 PM. Eat in; 12:30 PM to 1 PM. To go; 5:30 PM to 6 PM. Eat in; 6 PM to 6:30 PM. To go
- Tue9 AM to 9:30 AM. Eat in; 9:30 AM to 10 AM. To go; 12 PM to 12:30 PM. Eat in; 12:30 PM to 1 PM. To go; 5:30 PM to 6 PM. Eat in; 6 PM to 6:30 PM. To go
- Wed9 AM to 9:30 AM. Eat in; 9:30 AM to 10 AM. To go; 12 PM to 12:30 PM. Eat in; 12:30 PM to 1 PM. To go; 5:30 PM to 6 PM. Eat in; 6 PM to 6:30 PM. To go
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- Fri9 AM to 9:30 AM. Eat in; 9:30 AM to 10 AM. To go; 12 PM to 12:30 PM. Eat in; 12:30 PM to 1 PM. To go; 5:30 PM to 6 PM. Eat in; 6 PM to 6:30 PM. To go
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- Sun9 AM to 9:30 AM. Eat in; 9:30 AM to 10 AM. To go; 12 PM to 12:30 PM. Eat in; 12:30 PM to 1 PM. To go; 5:30 PM to 6 PM. Eat in; 6 PM to 6:30 PM. To go
Listed on content.lexingtonky.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Shiloh Baptist Church
25 miles from the center of Cynthiana237 East 5th Street, Lexington, KY 40508
Hours
- Wed3 PM to 5 PM
Listed on content.lexingtonky.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Cynthiana
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
Gods Pantry Food Bank, Inc.
2201 Innovation Drive, Lexington, KY 40511
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
Community Action Council for Lexington-Fayette, Bourbon, Harrison and Nicholas Counties, Inc.
710 W High St, Lexington, KY 40508-2451
Listed on apps.legislature.ky.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Harrison County
Cynthiana is in Harrison County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · State office
Kentucky DCBS Harrison County Office
59 East Ridge Road, Suite 1, Cynthiana, KY 41031
Help here
- Food, medical, and cash assistanceApply for or ask about food, medical, and other family assistance programs.Apply online
- Child supportContact the local state office for help with child support services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on prd.webapps.chfs.ky.gov
Housing help · Regional office
Housing Authority of Cynthiana
148 Federal Street, Cynthiana, KY 41031
Help here
- Public housing and housing choice vouchersAsk about affordable housing and housing choice voucher programs.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on cynthianaky.com
Public health · Regional office
WEDCO District Health Department, Harrison County Health Center
364 Oddville Avenue, Cynthiana, KY 41031
Help here
- Public health servicesGet information about local health services and public health programs.
- WICAsk the health department about nutrition support for eligible pregnant people, infants, and young children.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on wedcohealth.org
Older adults · Regional office
Bluegrass Area Agency on Aging and Independent Living
699 Perimeter Drive, Lexington, KY 40517
Help here
- Aging and independent living servicesThe agency connects older adults and people with disabilities to local support and independent living services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on bgadd.org
Emergency help · County office
Harrison County Emergency Management
Help here
- Emergency preparedness and response informationContact the county for information about local emergency preparedness and response.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on harrisoncountyfiscalcourt.com
Jobs and training · State office
Kentucky Career Center access point at Cynthiana-Harrison County Public Library
104 N. Main Street, Cynthiana, KY 41031
Help here
- Career and training servicesGet information about career services and training through the library's monthly career center access point.
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 211
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.
Call 988Text 988