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Local offices in Paris
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
State office
Department for Community Based Services, Family Support Office
525 High Street, 2nd Floor, Paris Municipal Building, Paris, KY 40361
Help here
- Family benefitsApply for food, medical, and other family support benefits at this state office.Apply online
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on prd.webapps.chfs.ky.gov
Utilities · City office
Paris Combined Utilities
525 High Street, Paris, KY 40361
Help here
- Electric, water, and sewer serviceStart, stop, or transfer city utility service and ask questions about your bill.Apply online
- Utility bill payment helpAsk Utility Billing about your bill or find local organizations that may help with a payment.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on paris.ky.gov
Older adults · County office
Bourbon County Senior Citizens Center
11 Legion Road, Paris, KY 40361
Help here
- Senior center programs and mealsAdults age 60 and older can join activities, exercise programs, and shared meals.
- Senior transportationOlder adults can call about rides to the center and other local places.Read more
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on uwbg211.org
Library · Regional office
Paris-Bourbon County Public Library
701 High Street, Paris, KY 40361
Help here
- Library servicesUse books, other materials, programs, and public computers for learning and information.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on bourbonlibrary.org
Local office · City office
City Hall
525 High Street, Paris, KY 40361
Help here
- City services and informationGet help with city services, public records, and local government questions.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on paris.ky.gov
City of Paris, Kentucky website
Checked on October 9, 2026
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals, closest to the center of Paris first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Food pantry
Lexington Public Library, Northside Branch
Lexington Public Library
14 miles from the center of Paris1733 Russell Cave Road, Lexington, KY 40511
Hours
- Mon12 PM to 2 PM
- Tue12 PM to 2 PM
- Wed12 PM to 2 PM
- Thu12 PM to 2 PM
- Fri12 PM to 2 PM
- Sat12 PM to 2 PM
- Sun12 PM to 2 PM
What to bring: Come before 9:30 a.m. to put your name on the list for same-day pickup
Listed on content.lexingtonky.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Catholic Action Center
15 miles from the center of Paris1055 Industry Road, Lexington, KY 40505
Hours
- Mon9 AM to 9:30 AM. Eat in; 9:30 AM to 10 AM. To go; 12 PM to 12:30 PM. Eat in; 12:30 PM to 1 PM. To go; 5:30 PM to 6 PM. Eat in; 6 PM to 6:30 PM. To go
- Tue9 AM to 9:30 AM. Eat in; 9:30 AM to 10 AM. To go; 12 PM to 12:30 PM. Eat in; 12:30 PM to 1 PM. To go; 5:30 PM to 6 PM. Eat in; 6 PM to 6:30 PM. To go
- Wed9 AM to 9:30 AM. Eat in; 9:30 AM to 10 AM. To go; 12 PM to 12:30 PM. Eat in; 12:30 PM to 1 PM. To go; 5:30 PM to 6 PM. Eat in; 6 PM to 6:30 PM. To go
- Thu9 AM to 9:30 AM. Eat in; 9:30 AM to 10 AM. To go; 12 PM to 12:30 PM. Eat in; 12:30 PM to 1 PM. To go; 5:30 PM to 6 PM. Eat in; 6 PM to 6:30 PM. To go
- Fri9 AM to 9:30 AM. Eat in; 9:30 AM to 10 AM. To go; 12 PM to 12:30 PM. Eat in; 12:30 PM to 1 PM. To go; 5:30 PM to 6 PM. Eat in; 6 PM to 6:30 PM. To go
- Sat9 AM to 9:30 AM. Eat in; 9:30 AM to 10 AM. To go; 12 PM to 12:30 PM. Eat in; 12:30 PM to 1 PM. To go; 5:30 PM to 6 PM. Eat in; 6 PM to 6:30 PM. To go
- Sun9 AM to 9:30 AM. Eat in; 9:30 AM to 10 AM. To go; 12 PM to 12:30 PM. Eat in; 12:30 PM to 1 PM. To go; 5:30 PM to 6 PM. Eat in; 6 PM to 6:30 PM. To go
Listed on content.lexingtonky.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
NorthEast Christian Church Food Pantry
NorthEast Christian Church
15 miles from the center of Paris990 Star Shoot Parkway, Lexington, KY 40509
Hours
- Sat10 AM to 12 PM
Who can come: East side of Lexington
What to bring: Bring ID or other documentation showing proof of Fayette County residency
Languages: Spanish
Listed on ncclex.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
FoodChain
15 miles from the center of Paris501 W. Sixth Street, Suite 105, Lexington, KY 40508
Hours
- Mon4 PM to 6 PM
- Wed4 PM to 6 PM
Who can come: Anyone in the community
What to bring: No identifying information needed
Languages: Spanish
Listed on foodchainlex.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free grocery market
Nourish Lexington Build a Box Pantry at Coolavin Park
FoodChain
15 miles from the center of Paris550 W. Sixth Street, Lexington, KY 40508
Hours
- Thu3:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Who can come: Everyone
What to bring: No documentation needed
Languages: Spanish
Listed on foodchainlex.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Shiloh Baptist Church
16 miles from the center of Paris237 East 5th Street, Lexington, KY 40508
Hours
- Wed3 PM to 5 PM
Listed on content.lexingtonky.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Paris
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
Community Action Council for Lexington-Fayette, Bourbon, Harrison and Nicholas Counties, Inc.
710 W High St, Lexington, KY 40508-2451
Listed on apps.legislature.ky.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Bourbon County
Paris is in Bourbon County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · State office
Bourbon County Department for Community Based Services, Family Support
Paris Municipal Building, 525 High Street, 2nd Floor, Paris, KY 40361
Help here
- Family assistanceApply for or get help with SNAP, Medicaid, and other family support benefits.Apply onlineRead more
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
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on kentucky211.org
Public health · County office
Bourbon County Health Department
341 East Main Street, Paris, KY 40361
Help here
- Public health servicesGet health screenings, immunizations, and help with other public health needs.
- WICEligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children under five can get healthy foods, nutrition help, and breastfeeding support.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on bourboncohd.org
Older adults · Regional office
Bluegrass Area Agency on Aging and Independent Living
699 Perimeter Drive, Lexington, KY 40517
Help here
- Aging and independent living servicesThe agency connects older adults and people with disabilities to local support and independent living services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on bgadd.org
Emergency help · County office
Bourbon County Emergency Management Agency
Help here
- Emergency preparednessContact the county agency for local emergency management information and assistance.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on paris.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.
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