Laurel County

Local offices in Laurel County

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

• State office

  Laurel County Department for Community Based Services

  31 South Laurel Road, London, KY 40741

  Help here

  • Family support benefitsApply for food and cash benefits and get help with benefit documents.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 855-306-8959DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on 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 · County office

  Laurel County Health Department

  525 Whitley Street, London, KY 40741

  Help here

  • Public health servicesGet preventive care, health education, disease support, and environmental health services.
  • WICWIC offers nutrition support and food benefits for eligible pregnant or postpartum people, infants, and children under five.
  Call 606-864-5187DirectionsWebsite

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

• Courts and legal help · State office

  Laurel County Circuit Court Clerk

  305 South Main Street, London, KY 40741

  Help here

  • Court case recordsContact or visit the clerk to request records from court cases in Laurel County.
  Call 606-330-2078DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Cumberland Valley Area Agency on Aging and Independent Living

  342 Old Whitley Road, London, KY 40743

  Help here

  • Aging and independent living servicesGet information and help with services that support older adults living independently.
  Call 606-877-5763DirectionsWebsite

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

• Emergency help · County office

  Laurel County Emergency Management (CSEPP)

  168 Substation Street, London, KY 40741

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness informationGet information to help your household prepare for emergencies and disasters.
  Call 606-862-7904DirectionsWebsite

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

• Jobs and training · State office

  Kentucky Career Center, KCTCS London Campus

  100 University Drive, London, KY 40741

  Help here

  • Career and job seeker servicesGet help finding a job, preparing for work, or finding training and education options.
  Call 606-330-2115DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · County office

  Laurel County Public Library

  120 College Park Drive, London, KY 40741

  Help here

  • Library servicesVisit the library to borrow books and use its learning and information resources.
  Call 606-864-5759DirectionsWebsite

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

Laurel County website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Laurel County

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

Cities and towns in Laurel County

• London

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