Morehead
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Local offices in Morehead
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
State office
Kentucky DCBS Family Support Office, Morehead
511 Hecks Plaza, Morehead, KY 40351
Help here
- Food, medical, and family benefitsVisit or call to get help with SNAP, medical benefits, and other family support programs.Apply online
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on prd.webapps.chfs.ky.gov
Housing help · Regional office
Housing Authority of Morehead
200 Heritage Place, Morehead, KY 40351
Help here
- Affordable rental housingApply for income-based rental housing for eligible households and individuals.Apply online
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on housingauthorityofmorehead.com
Utilities · Regional office
Morehead Utility Plant Board
135 S. Wilson Avenue, Morehead, KY 40351
Help here
- Utility billing and serviceGet help with water, gas, sewer, and storm water service or pay a utility bill.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on mupb.com
Older adults · Regional office
Rowan County Senior Center
740 Clearfield Street, Morehead, KY 40351
Help here
- Senior meals, activities, and supportAdults age 60 and older can get meals, join activities, and ask staff about transportation and support services.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on gwadd.org
Jobs and training · State office
Kentucky Career Center, Morehead
1225 US Hwy 60 West, Suite 106, Morehead, KY 40351
Help here
- Job search and career servicesGet help finding work, building job skills, and learning about unemployment insurance.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on kcc.ky.gov
State office
Kentucky Driver Licensing Regional Office, Morehead
126 Bradley Avenue, Morehead, KY 40351
Help here
- Driver licenses and state IDsApply for or renew a driver license or non-driver ID at this office by appointment.Apply online
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on drive.ky.gov
Library · County office
Rowan County Public Library, Main Branch
175 Beacon Hill Rd., Morehead, KY 40351
Help here
- Library servicesGet a library card, borrow books, use public computers, and attend library programs.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on rowancountylibrary.org
Local office · City office
Morehead City Hall
314 Bridge St., Morehead, KY 40351
Help here
- City services and resident questionsContact City Hall for help reaching city departments and information about city services.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on morehead-ky.gov
City of Morehead, Kentucky website
Checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Morehead
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
Gateway Community Services Organization, Inc.
PO Box 367, West Liberty, KY 41472-0367
Listed on apps.legislature.ky.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Rowan County
Morehead is in Rowan County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
State office
Kentucky Department for Community Based Services, Rowan County Office
511 Hecks Plaza Drive, Morehead, KY 40351
Help here
- Benefits and family servicesResidents can ask about food and medical benefits, child care help, and family support services.
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
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on kentucky211.org
Public health · Regional office
Gateway District Health Department, Rowan County Health Center
730 West Main Street, Morehead, KY 40351
Help here
- Public health servicesResidents can contact the health center about public health care, prevention, and environmental health services.
- WICWIC offers eligible families food benefits, nutrition support, breastfeeding help, and health care referrals.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on gdhd.org
Older adults · Regional office
Gateway Area Development District Area Agency on Aging and Independent Living
110 Lake Park Drive, Morehead, KY 40351
Help here
- Aging and disability servicesGet information about services that help older adults and people with disabilities live independently.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on gwadd.org
Emergency help · County office
Rowan County Emergency Management
600 West Main Street, Morehead, KY 40351
Help here
- Emergency planning and disaster assistanceThe office coordinates local emergency planning and helps connect eligible residents to disaster assistance.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on rcky.us
Jobs and training · State office
Kentucky Career Center, Morehead
1225 US Highway 60 West, Suite 106, Morehead, KY 40351
Help here
- Job search and career servicesJob seekers can get help with job searches, training, and career planning.
- Unemployment insurance helpPeople with unemployment insurance questions can get information and assistance at the career center.
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