Shelbyville
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Local offices in Shelbyville
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
31 Mt. Rushmore Court, Shelbyville, KY 40065
Help here
- Food, medical, and family benefitsVisit the office to submit benefit papers, provide documents, or complete an interview.Apply onlineRead more
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on prd.webapps.chfs.ky.gov
Housing help · City office
Housing Authority of Shelbyville
41 Cardinal Drive, Shelbyville, KY 40065
Help here
- Public housing applicationsVisit the office to apply for public housing and ask about available housing.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on hasky.org
Utilities · Regional office
Shelbyville Municipal Water & Sewer Commission
1059 Washington Street, Shelbyville, KY 40065
Help here
- Water and sewer service and billingGet water or sewer service, pay a bill, or ask about a shutoff at the commission office.Apply online
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on shelbywater.com
Local office · City office
City Hall
315 Washington Street, Shelbyville, KY 40065
Help here
- City services and recordsVisit or call City Hall for city information, clerk services, and public records.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on shelbyvillekentucky.com
Jobs and training · Regional office
Kentucky Career Center, Shelby County
77 Mack Walters Road, Suite 301B, Shelbyville, KY 40065
Help here
- Job search and career servicesMeet with a career specialist for job search help, resume support, and career planning.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on so.kentuckianaworks.org
Library · County office
Shelby County Public Library
309 Eighth Street, Shelbyville, KY 40065
Help here
- Library servicesVisit the library to borrow books and use its programs and resources.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on scplibrary.net
City of Shelbyville, Kentucky website
Checked on October 9, 2026
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals, closest to the center of Shelbyville first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Free grocery market
Mission Market
The Nathaniel Mission
40 miles from the center of Shelbyville1109 Versailles Road, Suite 400, Lexington, KY 40508
Hours
- Tue1 PM to 1:45 PM
- Wed1 PM to 1:45 PM
- Thu1 PM to 1:45 PM
Who can come: Fayette County residents
What to bring: Bring a picture ID as proof of address. Each household may shop once a month.
Listed on nathanielmission.com, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Lexington Rescue Mission
41 miles from the center of Shelbyville444 Glen Arvin Avenue, Lexington, KY 40508
Hours
- Mon9 AM to 10 AM. Breakfast; 12 PM to 1 PM. Lunch
- Tue9 AM to 10 AM. Breakfast; 12 PM to 1 PM. Lunch
- Wed9 AM to 10 AM. Breakfast; 12 PM to 1 PM. Lunch
- Thu9 AM to 10 AM. Breakfast; 12 PM to 1 PM. Lunch
- Fri9 AM to 10 AM. Breakfast; 12 PM to 1 PM. Lunch
- Sat9 AM to 10 AM. Breakfast; 12 PM to 1 PM. Lunch
Who can come: Anyone in need
Listed on content.lexingtonky.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
The Salvation Army
41 miles from the center of Shelbyville722-736 W. Main Street, Lexington, KY 40508
Hours
- Mon9 AM to 2 PM
- Tue9 AM to 2 PM
- Wed9 AM to 2 PM
- Thu9 AM to 2 PM
Who can come: Fayette County residents
What to bring: An interview is required to determine eligibility. Bring identification, a rent receipt, Social Security card, and verification of income.
Listed on content.lexingtonky.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
St. Paul Catholic Church
41 miles from the center of Shelbyville425 W. Short Street, Lexington, KY 40507
Hours
- Mon12 PM to 12:30 PM
- Tue12 PM to 12:30 PM
- Wed12 PM to 12:30 PM
- Thu12 PM to 12:30 PM
- Fri12 PM to 12:30 PM
What to bring: No ID required
Languages: Spanish
Listed on content.lexingtonky.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Church Under the Bridge
41 miles from the center of Shelbyville187 North Broadway, Lexington, KY 40507
Hours
- Sun3 PM to 5:30 PM
Listed on content.lexingtonky.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
First Presbyterian Church
41 miles from the center of Shelbyville171 Market Street, Lexington, KY 40507
Hours
- Sat11:30 AM to 1 PM (last of the month)
Listed on content.lexingtonky.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Shelbyville
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
Dare to Care Food Bank
5803 Fern Valley Road, Louisville, KY 40228
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 Society
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
Multi-Purpose Community Action Agency, Inc.
207 Washington Street, P.O. Box 305, Shelbyville, KY 40066-0305
Listed on apps.legislature.ky.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Shelby County
Shelbyville is in Shelby County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Public health · Regional office
North Central District Health Department WIC
1020 Henry Clay Street, Shelbyville, KY 40065
Help here
- WIC nutrition assistanceWIC provides eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and young children with food and nutrition support.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on ncdhd.com
Child support · County office
Shelby County Attorney Child Support Office
501 Main Street, Suite 10, Shelbyville, KY 40065
Help here
- Child support collection and ordersGet help establishing paternity and collecting or enforcing child support orders.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on shelbycounty.ky.gov
State office
Kentucky Department for Community Based Services, Family Support Office
31 Mt. Rushmore Court, Shelbyville, KY 40065
Help here
- Benefits applicationsGet help with food, medical, and other family support benefits.Apply onlineRead more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on prd.webapps.chfs.ky.gov
Public health · Regional office
North Central District Health Department, Shelby County Health Department
1020 Henry Clay Street, Shelbyville, KY 40065
Help here
- Public health servicesGet vaccinations, well-child visits, nutrition visits, and other clinic services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on ncdhd.com
Older adults · Regional office
KIPDA Area Agency on Aging and Independent Living
11520 Commonwealth Drive, Louisville, KY 40299
Help here
- Aging and disability supportOlder adults and people with disabilities can get information, referrals, and help connecting with local support services.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on kipda.org
State office
Kentucky Department for Community Based Services, Protection and Permanency Office
31 Mt. Rushmore Court, Shelbyville, KY 40065
Help here
- Child and adult protection servicesContact the office about child or adult protection, foster care, and adoption services.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on prd.webapps.chfs.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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