Woodford County

Local offices in Woodford County

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

• Human services · State office

  Woodford County Family Support Office

  52 Thomas Lane, Versailles, KY 40383

  Help here

  • Family support benefitsApply for food, medical, and other public assistance benefits at this state office.Apply online
  Call 855-306-8959DirectionsWebsite

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

• Community action · Nonprofit

  Blue Grass Community Action Partnership, Woodford County Office

  285 Beasley Road, Versailles, KY 40383

  Help here

  • Community action and application supportAsk staff about local help with basic needs and applying for assistance programs.Read more
  • Senior servicesContact the local office to ask about services and support for older adults.Read more
  Call 859-873-8182DirectionsWebsite

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

• 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 · County office

  Woodford County Health Department

  229 North Main Street, Versailles, KY 40383

  Help here

  • Public health and clinic servicesGet health screenings, clinic care, and other public health services.
  • WICAsk the health department about nutrition support for eligible women, infants, and children.
  Call 859-873-4541DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on wchd.com

• Older adults · Regional office

  Bluegrass Area Agency on Aging and Independent Living

  699 Perimeter Drive, Lexington, KY 40517

  Help here

  • Aging and independent living supportGet connected to aging and independent living services for Madison County residents.Read more
  Call 859-269-8021DirectionsWebsite

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

• Emergency help · County office

  Woodford County Emergency Management

  103 S Main Street, Room 12, Versailles, KY 40383

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness and recoveryGet information and help with preparing for, responding to, and recovering from emergencies.
  Call 859-873-3170DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · County office

  Woodford County Library

  115 North Main Street, Versailles, KY 40383

  Help here

  • Library servicesVisit the library system for books, public computers, and learning resources.
  Call 859-873-5191DirectionsWebsite

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

Woodford County, KY website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Food near you

Food pantries and free meals in Woodford County, closest to the center of Versailles first. Hours change, so call first when you can.

• Free grocery market

  Mission Market

  The Nathaniel Mission

  11 miles from the center of Versailles

  1109 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.

  Call 859-255-0062DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on nathanielmission.com, checked on October 9, 2026

• Food pantry

  The Salvation Army

  12 miles from the center of Versailles

  722-736 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.

  Call 859-252-7706DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on content.lexingtonky.gov, checked on October 9, 2026

• Free meals

  Lexington Rescue Mission

  12 miles from the center of Versailles

  444 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

  Call 859-381-9600DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on content.lexingtonky.gov, checked on October 9, 2026

• Free meals

  St. Paul Catholic Church

  12 miles from the center of Versailles

  425 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

  Call 859-252-0738Directions

  Listed on content.lexingtonky.gov, checked on October 9, 2026

• Free meals

  Maxwell Street Presbyterian Church

  12 miles from the center of Versailles

  180 E. Maxwell Street, Lexington, KY 40508

  Hours

  Hours not listed. Call first.

  Thursday Nights at 5:45pm. Doors open at 5:30pm.

  Call 859-255-1074DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on maxpres.org, checked on October 9, 2026

• Free meals

  Church Under the Bridge

  12 miles from the center of Versailles

  187 North Broadway, Lexington, KY 40507

  Hours

  • Sun3 PM to 5:30 PM
  Call 859-509-1348Directions

  Listed on content.lexingtonky.gov, checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Woodford County

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

Cities and towns in Woodford County

• Midway
• Versailles

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