Trigg County

Local offices in Trigg County

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

• Human services · State office

  Trigg County Department for Community Based Services

  277 Commerce Street, Cadiz, KY 42211

  Help here

  • Food and medical benefitsApply for food and medical benefits and get help with family support services.
  • Child and adult protectionContact the office about safety concerns for a child or vulnerable adult.
  Call 270-522-3451DirectionsWebsite

  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

• Public health · Regional office

  Trigg County Health Department

  196 Main Street, Cadiz, KY 42211

  Help here

  • Public health servicesGet preventive health services, vaccines, nutrition counseling and help for new parents.
  • WICCall the health department to ask about WIC eligibility and make an appointment.Read more
  Call 270-522-8121DirectionsWebsite

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

• Courts and legal help · State office

  Trigg County Justice Center Circuit Court Clerk

  41 Main Street, Cadiz, KY 42211

  Help here

  • Court clerk servicesContact the clerk about court records, payments and court schedules.
  Call 270-522-6270DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on kycourts.gov

• Local office · County office

  Trigg County Local Government

  Help here

  • County government servicesContact the county government about services provided by Trigg County.
  Call 270-522-8459Website

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  PACS / Trigg County Senior Citizen Center

  127 Joy Lane, Cadiz, KY 42211

  Help here

  • Meals, transportation, and senior supportOlder adults can ask about meals, rides, homemaker help, health counseling, and activities.
  Call 270-522-8341DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on triggcounty.ky.gov

• Veterans · State office

  Kentucky Department of Veterans Affairs Benefits Representative

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits assistanceContact the regional representative for help with veterans benefits and services.
  Call 270-839-3200Website

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

• Emergency help · County office

  Trigg County Emergency Management

  83 Main Street, Cadiz, KY 42211

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness and responseContact the county office for emergency planning, preparedness and response information.
  Call 270-522-8459DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · Regional office

  John L. Street Library

  244 Main Street, Cadiz, KY 42211

  Help here

  • Library servicesBorrow books and other materials or ask about library programs and meeting rooms.Read more
  Call 270-522-6301DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on jlslibrary.org

Trigg County website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Trigg County

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

Cities and towns in Trigg County

• Cadiz

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