Leslie County

Local offices in Leslie County

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

• State office

  Leslie County Department for Community Based Services

  21150 Highway 421 South, Hyden, KY 41749

  Help here

  • Public benefitsVisit the office for help applying for or managing Kentucky benefits, including food and medical assistance.Apply onlineRead more
  • Child supportContact the office for help with child support services in Leslie County.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 606-672-2052DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · Regional office

  Leslie County Health Center, Kentucky River District Health Department

  78 Maple Street, Hyden, KY 41749

  Help here

  • Public health servicesThe health center provides local public health services, including immunizations and family health programs.
  • WICWIC helps eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children get healthy food and nutrition support.
  Call 606-672-2393DirectionsWebsite

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

• Courts and legal help · State office

  Leslie County Circuit Court Clerk

  22010 Main Street, Unit 1, Box 7, Hyden, KY 41749

  Help here

  • Court records and court office assistanceThe clerk’s office can help residents request court records and find court office information.
  Call 606-672-2503DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Kentucky River Area Development District Aging Programs

  941 North Main Street, Hazard, KY 41701

  Help here

  • Aging and caregiver servicesOlder adults and caregivers can ask about meals, transportation, home care, and caregiver support.
  Call 606-436-3158DirectionsWebsite

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

• Emergency help · County office

  Leslie County Emergency Management

  Help here

  • Emergency managementContact the county emergency management director for help related to local emergencies.
  Call 606-672-3409Website

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

• Library · County office

  Leslie County Public Library

  22065 Main Street, Hyden, KY 41749

  Help here

  • Library servicesVisit the library to borrow books, use reference services, and join community learning programs.
  Call 606-672-2460DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on www2.youseemore.com

• Local office · County office

  Leslie County Local Government

  Help here

  • County government informationContact the county government for information about county offices and services.Read more
  Call 606-672-3200Website

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

Leslie County Local Government website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Leslie County

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

Job help near Leslie County

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 Leslie County. These are the closest.

• American Job Center

  Kentucky Career Center Hazard

  Also helps young people and people leaving jail or prison

  11 miles away

  412 Roy Campbell Dr, Hazard, KY 41701

  Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

  Call 606-436-3161DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on August 25, 2026

• American Job Center · Affiliate center

  Kentucky Career Center - Manchester

  Also helps young people

  20 miles away

  1535 Shamrock Road, Manchester, KY 40962

  Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

  Call 606-598-5127DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on March 25, 2026

• American Job Center · Affiliate center

  Kentucky Career Center - Harlan

  Also helps young people

  22 miles away

  319 Camden Street, PO Box 1556, Harlan, KY 40831

  Hours: Monday - Friday 8am - 4:30pm

  Call 606-573-5335DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on September 17, 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.

Cities and towns in Leslie County

• Hyden

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