Warren County

Local offices in Warren County

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

• Human services · State office

  Kentucky Department for Community Based Services, Warren County Family Support

  356 Suwannee Trail St, Bowling Green, KY 42103

  Help here

  • Benefits and family supportApply for food, cash, child care, and health coverage benefits through the Family Support office.Apply online
  Call 855-306-8959DirectionsWebsite

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

• Housing help · City office

  Housing Authority of Bowling Green

  247 Double Springs Road, Bowling Green, KY 42101

  Help here

  • Affordable housingApply for public or other affordable housing offered by the Housing Authority.Apply online
  Call 270-843-6071DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · Regional office

  Warren County Health Department

  1109 State Street, Bowling Green, KY 42101

  Help here

  • Public health servicesGet public health services and clinic information from the Warren County Health Department.
  • WICWIC offers eligible pregnant and postpartum women, infants, and children under five food support and nutrition help.
  Call 270-781-2490DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Green River Area Development District Area Agency on Aging and Independent Living

  Help here

  • Aging and disability supportCall for referrals to meals, caregiver help, in-home support, and other aging services.
  Call 800-928-9094Website

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

• Emergency help · County office

  Warren County Emergency Management

  1009 State Street, Bowling Green, KY 42101

  Help here

  • Emergency alerts and preparednessGet emergency alerts and information to prepare for disasters and other emergencies.
  Call 270-781-8776DirectionsWebsite

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

• Jobs and training · State office

  Kentucky Career Center, Bowling Green

  803 Chestnut Street, Bowling Green, KY 42101

  Help here

  • Job and career servicesGet help finding a job, training for work, or getting back to work after unemployment.
  Call 270-746-7425DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office

  Bowling Green Driver Licensing Regional Office

  360 East 8th Avenue, Suite 111, Bowling Green, KY 42101

  Help here

  • Driver licenses and identificationApply for or renew a Kentucky driver license, permit, or identification card.
  Call 270-746-7493DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · County office

  Warren County Public Library

  1225 State Street, Bowling Green, KY 42101

  Help here

  • Library servicesUse library collections, computers, Wi-Fi, printing, and other public library services.
  Call 270-781-4882DirectionsWebsite

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

Warren County Kentucky website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Warren County

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

Job help near Warren County

American Job Centers are free. They help you look for work, write a resume, find training and apply for unemployment benefits. You can ask for an interpreter.

• American Job Center

  Kentucky Career Center - Bowling Green

  Also helps people leaving jail or prison

  1.1 miles away

  803 Chestnut St, Bowling Green, KY 42101

  Hours: Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

  Call 270-746-7425DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on February 19, 2026

• American Job Center · Affiliate center

  Warren County Adult Education;SC Ky technical College-(Access Point)

  2.6 miles away

  1845 Loop Drive, Bowling Green, KY 42101

  Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm

  Call 270-901-1089DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on April 21, 2026

Job center and program listings from CareerOneStop, sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration, and the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED). Checked on October 10, 2026.

Cities and towns in Warren County

• Bowling Green
• Oakland
• Plum Springs
• Smiths Grove
• Woodburn

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