Rowan County

Local offices in Rowan County

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

• 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.
  DirectionsWebsite

  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

• 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
  Call 606-784-4314DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on housingauthorityofmorehead.com

• 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.
  Call 606-784-8954DirectionsWebsite

  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.
  Call 606-780-0090DirectionsWebsite

  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.
  Call 606-784-2618DirectionsWebsite

  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.
  Call 606-783-8525DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office

  Morehead Driver Licensing Regional Office

  126 Bradley Avenue, Morehead, KY 40351

  Help here

  • Driver licensingResidents can apply for or renew a Kentucky driver license or identification card in person.
  DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · County office

  Rowan County Public Library

  175 Beacon Hill Road, Morehead, KY 40351

  Help here

  • Library servicesResidents can borrow books and other materials and use library programs and resources.
  Call 606-784-7137DirectionsWebsite

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

Rowan County Fiscal Court website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Rowan County

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

Cities and towns in Rowan County

• Lakeview Heights
• Morehead

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