Nicholas County

Local offices in Nicholas County

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

• Community action · Nonprofit

  Community Action Council, Nicholas County Center

  2323 Concrete Road, Suite A, Carlisle, KY 40311

  Help here

  • Community action servicesContact the center to ask about services and referrals for people with low incomes.
  Call 859-289-7172DirectionsWebsite

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

• 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 · State office

  Nicholas County Health Department

  2320 Concrete Road, Carlisle, KY 40311

  Help here

  • Public health servicesContact the health department for local public health services and information.
  • WICWIC offers nutrition support and food benefits to eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children.Read more
  Call 859-289-2188DirectionsWebsite

  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 caregiver supportOlder adults and caregivers can ask about regional aging services and support.Read more
  Call 866-665-7921DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · County office

  Nicholas County Senior Citizens Center

  2323 Concrete Road, Carlisle, KY 40311

  Help here

  • Senior servicesThe center connects older adults with local programs and support services.
  Call 859-289-3729DirectionsWebsite

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

• Emergency help · County office

  Nicholas County Emergency Management Office

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness and response informationContact the office for local emergency preparedness guidance and information during emergencies.
  Call 859-707-0325Website

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

• Library · County office

  Nicholas County Public Library

  223 North Broadway Street, Carlisle, KY 40311

  Help here

  • Library servicesVisit the library to borrow books and use its learning and community programs.
  Call 859-289-5595DirectionsWebsite

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

Nicholas County, Kentucky website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Nicholas County

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

Cities and towns in Nicholas County

• Carlisle

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