Hawesville

Local offices in Hawesville

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

• State office

  Hancock County Family Support Office

  240 Hartford Road, Hawesville, KY 42348

  Help here

  • Family Support benefitsApply in person for food, medical, and other public assistance benefits.Apply online
  Call 855-306-8959DirectionsWebsite

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

• Utilities · City office

  City Hall and Water Department

  395 Main Street, Hawesville, KY 42348

  Help here

  • City Hall and recordsVisit City Hall for city records, tax information, and help from the city clerk.
  • Water service and billingApply for city water service, pay your water bill, or set up automatic bank draft payments.Apply online
  Call 270-927-8707DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on hawesville.us

• Older adults · County office

  Hancock County Senior Services, Hawesville Senior Center

  315 Ridgewood Drive, Hawesville, KY 42348

  Help here

  • Senior meals and activitiesAdults age 60 and older can get meals, join activities, and ask about support services.
  • Senior transportationAdults age 60 and older can call to arrange rides to medical visits, the center, and essential errands.
  Call 270-927-8313DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on hancockky.us

• Library · Regional office

  Hawesville Library

  1210 Madison Street, Hawesville, KY 42348

  Help here

  • Library servicesGet a library card and use books, programs, and other Hancock County Public Library services.
  Call 270-927-6760DirectionsWebsite

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

City of Hawesville website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Hawesville

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

Offices for all of Hancock County

Hawesville is in Hancock County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Human services · State office

  Hancock County DCBS Family Support Office

  240 Hartford Rd., Hawesville, KY 42348

  Help here

  • SNAP, Medicaid, and family assistanceApply for food, health coverage, and other family assistance at this office.Apply online
  Call 855-306-8959DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked 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

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on kentucky211.org

• Public health · Regional office

  Hancock County Health Center

  175 Harrison St., Hawesville, KY 42348

  Help here

  • Public health servicesGet immunizations, screenings, family health services, and health information.
  • WICWIC helps eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and young children get healthy food and nutrition support.Read more
  Call 270-927-8803DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Hancock County Senior Services

  315 Ridgewood Drive, Hawesville, KY 42348

  Help here

  • Aging and senior servicesOlder adults can contact Senior Services for help connecting with local aging programs and support.
  Call 270-927-8313DirectionsWebsite

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

• Emergency help · County office

  Hancock County Emergency Management

  655 Hawes Blvd., Hawesville, KY 42348

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness and responseGet county emergency information and help with preparedness and response services.
  Call 270-927-1310DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on hancockky.us

• Jobs and training · State office

  Hancock County Career Center / Adult Education

  1605 US-60 W, Hawesville, KY 42348

  Help here

  • Job search and career helpGet help finding work, training for a job, and building career skills.
  • Adult educationGet help with adult basic education, English classes, or a high school equivalency credential.
  Call 270-922-5967DirectionsWebsite

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

Everything in Hancock 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