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Programs we've checked for Kentucky, plus nationwide programs that also apply.

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Resources on this page were last checked against their official sources on October 26, 2026. Each card shows its own date and source. Programs change, so check the official site before you go.

Divorce

Statewide

  • Kentucky Court of Justice Self-Help Portal and guided interviews

    Kentucky Court of Justice

    The Kentucky Court of Justice Self-Help Portal hosts free A2J Guided Interviews that help people without a lawyer fill out court forms by answering questions. Family-related interviews include divorce without children, modifying child support, domestic violence protective orders, guardian or conservator for a minor, name change and waiver of court costs. The portal also links Kentucky Free Legal Answers, the civil legal aid programs, lawyer referral services and a self-help booklet. Completed forms are printed and filed with the Circuit Court Clerk in the county where the case is handled.

    Where
    Kentucky
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Anyone handling a Kentucky court matter without a lawyer. The forms are not legal advice. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceChild SupportCustody & Parenting Time

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Kentucky Family Court

    Kentucky Court of Justice

    Kentucky Family Court is a division of Circuit Court that hears family cases under a 'One Family, One Judge, One Court' approach, so the same judge hears all matters involving a family. Its cases include divorce, spousal support and property division, child custody, support and visitation, paternity and adoption, domestic violence, dependency, neglect and abuse, and status offenses. The Family Court page links a 'Find a Court / Circuit Court Clerk by County' directory.

    Where
    Kentucky
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    People with family law cases in Kentucky. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

County programs

  • Families in Transition divorce education (Jefferson Family Court)

    Jefferson Family Court (Kentucky Court of Justice)

    Jefferson Family Court requires divorcing parents to complete Families in Transition divorce education. Classes are one-time, one-day sessions held at community sites in Louisville, with parent-and-child groups for children 6 and older and parent-only groups. Register within 30 days of filing or service of the divorce petition, by email (preferred) or phone. Late arrivals are not admitted, and the court is told about missed or changed classes. Parents with a domestic violence petition against each other cannot attend the same session.

    Where
    Jefferson County, Kentucky
    Cost
    Paid
    Who it's for

    Divorcing parents with a case in Jefferson Family Court. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

More about Divorce

Custody & Parenting Time

Statewide

  • Kentucky Court of Justice Self-Help Portal and guided interviews

    Kentucky Court of Justice

    The Kentucky Court of Justice Self-Help Portal hosts free A2J Guided Interviews that help people without a lawyer fill out court forms by answering questions. Family-related interviews include divorce without children, modifying child support, domestic violence protective orders, guardian or conservator for a minor, name change and waiver of court costs. The portal also links Kentucky Free Legal Answers, the civil legal aid programs, lawyer referral services and a self-help booklet. Completed forms are printed and filed with the Circuit Court Clerk in the county where the case is handled.

    Where
    Kentucky
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Anyone handling a Kentucky court matter without a lawyer. The forms are not legal advice. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceChild SupportCustody & Parenting Time

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Kentucky Family Court

    Kentucky Court of Justice

    Kentucky Family Court is a division of Circuit Court that hears family cases under a 'One Family, One Judge, One Court' approach, so the same judge hears all matters involving a family. Its cases include divorce, spousal support and property division, child custody, support and visitation, paternity and adoption, domestic violence, dependency, neglect and abuse, and status offenses. The Family Court page links a 'Find a Court / Circuit Court Clerk by County' directory.

    Where
    Kentucky
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    People with family law cases in Kentucky. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

County programs

  • Families in Transition divorce education (Jefferson Family Court)

    Jefferson Family Court (Kentucky Court of Justice)

    Jefferson Family Court requires divorcing parents to complete Families in Transition divorce education. Classes are one-time, one-day sessions held at community sites in Louisville, with parent-and-child groups for children 6 and older and parent-only groups. Register within 30 days of filing or service of the divorce petition, by email (preferred) or phone. Late arrivals are not admitted, and the court is told about missed or changed classes. Parents with a domestic violence petition against each other cannot attend the same session.

    Where
    Jefferson County, Kentucky
    Cost
    Paid
    Who it's for

    Divorcing parents with a case in Jefferson Family Court. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

More about Custody & Parenting Time

Child Support

Statewide

  • Kentucky Child Support Enforcement

    Kentucky Division of Child Support Enforcement (CHFS)

    The Kentucky Division of Child Support Enforcement helps parents with child support cases. Its online self-service lets you apply for services, see payments and balances, check court dates and appointments, upload documents, message your caseworker, update your address and direct deposit, and make payments. A mobile option shows limited case information. Contact your local child support office first; if you cannot reach it, call the statewide line on weekdays.

    Where
    Kentucky
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Parents and caretakers with a Kentucky child support case or who need one opened. See the official site for current rules.

    Child Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Kentucky Court of Justice Self-Help Portal and guided interviews

    Kentucky Court of Justice

    The Kentucky Court of Justice Self-Help Portal hosts free A2J Guided Interviews that help people without a lawyer fill out court forms by answering questions. Family-related interviews include divorce without children, modifying child support, domestic violence protective orders, guardian or conservator for a minor, name change and waiver of court costs. The portal also links Kentucky Free Legal Answers, the civil legal aid programs, lawyer referral services and a self-help booklet. Completed forms are printed and filed with the Circuit Court Clerk in the county where the case is handled.

    Where
    Kentucky
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Anyone handling a Kentucky court matter without a lawyer. The forms are not legal advice. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceChild SupportCustody & Parenting Time

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Kentucky Family Court

    Kentucky Court of Justice

    Kentucky Family Court is a division of Circuit Court that hears family cases under a 'One Family, One Judge, One Court' approach, so the same judge hears all matters involving a family. Its cases include divorce, spousal support and property division, child custody, support and visitation, paternity and adoption, domestic violence, dependency, neglect and abuse, and status offenses. The Family Court page links a 'Find a Court / Circuit Court Clerk by County' directory.

    Where
    Kentucky
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    People with family law cases in Kentucky. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeChild Support

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

County programs

More about Child Support

Financial Aid

Statewide

  • Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) (Kentucky)

    Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services, Department for Community Based Services (DCBS), Division of Child Care

    CCAP helps eligible families pay for child care. The Division of Family Support takes applications by phone or online through kynect, and you can also apply at a local DCBS office. Parents must be working or in a qualifying activity such as job search, school, a GED program for teen parents, SNAP Employment and Training, or the KTAP Kentucky Works Program. Some families pay a daily co-payment based on income and family size and may owe the difference if the provider charges more than the state rate. Bring ID, proof of the child's citizenship or qualified-immigrant status, proof of residency, proof of school enrollment if it applies, and income information.

    Where
    Kentucky
    Cost
    Sliding scale
    Who it's for

    For a child under 13, or older with a verified special need, who is a U.S. citizen or qualified immigrant living in Kentucky. Income must be under the state limit and parents must meet work or activity rules. See the official site for current rules.

    ChildcareFinancial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • DCBS Family Support: apply for SNAP, KTAP, Medicaid and other benefits (Kentucky)

    Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services, Department for Community Based Services (DCBS), Division of Family Support

    The Division of Family Support runs SNAP, the Kentucky Transitional Assistance Program (KTAP), the Kentucky Works Program and Medicaid, and it also manages LIHEAP energy assistance. You can apply at a DCBS office in any Kentucky county, by phone through the toll-free Family Support call line, or online through the kynect benefits portal. Documents can be returned at any DCBS office, uploaded to kynect or mailed. Offices and call lines are open on weekdays during business hours.

    Where
    Kentucky
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Eligibility depends on the program. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial AidSNAP (Food Assistance)

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Kentucky Children's Health Insurance Program (KCHIP)

    Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services, Department for Medicaid Services (DMS)

    KCHIP is free health insurance for uninsured children under 19 in families that meet the income limit. Apply online through kynect, get phone help with the application, or apply at a local DCBS office. Have proof of income, any child support, child care costs and current insurance, plus proof of identity and citizenship for children born outside Kentucky. Families renew every year by returning a renewal form or doing a phone interview.

    Where
    Kentucky
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For children under 19 without health insurance whose household income is under the KCHIP limit, based on Modified Adjusted Gross Income and tax household size. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial AidInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Kentucky Medicaid

    Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services, Department for Medicaid Services (DMS)

    Kentucky Medicaid provides health coverage for eligible Kentuckians, including pregnancy-related coverage and services for children, people with disabilities and people with behavioral health or substance use needs. Apply and manage benefits through kynect, by phone or at a DCBS office. Members can learn about Kentucky Medicaid's managed care organizations (MCOs) and how to choose one, and DMS publishes a member toolkit in English and Spanish on applying, renewing and using benefits. DMS has said it will mail notices about a new community engagement requirement to members who will have to meet it.

    Where
    Kentucky
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Eligibility depends on income, household and group (for example children, pregnant people, adults and people with disabilities). See the official site for current rules.

    Financial AidMental Health

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Kentucky Transitional Assistance Program (KTAP) cash assistance

    Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services, Department for Community Based Services (DCBS), Division of Family Support

    KTAP is Kentucky's TANF cash assistance program for needy children and the parents or relatives they live with. It also helps families find jobs or training through the Kentucky Works Program, and recipients may get help with child care, transportation and related costs while they take part. Benefits have a lifetime time limit. Payments do not always stop when a parent starts working, and families leaving KTAP for work may still qualify for Medicaid, SNAP and child care help. Apply at any DCBS office, by phone or online at kynect.

    Where
    Kentucky
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Applicants must have low income, live in Kentucky, be a U.S. citizen or qualified immigrant, and be a parent or caretaker relative of a child under 18 (or 19 if the school-attendance rule is met). A lifetime limit applies. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • kynect benefits: apply for and manage Kentucky benefits online

    Commonwealth of Kentucky, Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services (CHFS)

    kynect benefits is Kentucky's online portal for applying for and managing Medicaid, SNAP, KTAP, the Child Care Assistance Program and the KI-HIPP premium help program, on a phone or computer, with step-by-step guidance. You need a Kentucky Online Gateway (KOG/KYID) account. CHFS posts videos and quick guides for creating an account and completing an application.

    Where
    Kentucky
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Each program has its own rules. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial AidSNAP (Food Assistance)Childcare

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • kynect health coverage: Kentucky's health insurance marketplace

    Kentucky Health Benefit Exchange (KHBE)

    kynect health coverage is where Kentuckians can see which coverage they may qualify for, including private health plans with tax credits, Medicaid and KCHIP. The Kentucky Health Benefit Exchange's Ways to Apply page explains how to apply online or get free help from a licensed insurance agent or a certified kynector near where you live or work.

    Where
    Kentucky
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Kentucky residents. Tax credits and program eligibility depend on income and household. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • kynect resources: find local help in Kentucky

    Commonwealth of Kentucky (kynect)

    kynect resources helps Kentuckians find and connect with local programs for food, housing, employment, health, money, transportation, education, legal help, child care and more. You can search by category or by situation, for example by choosing 'Homeless' or 'Housing'.

    Where
    Kentucky
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Anyone in Kentucky. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceHousingFinancial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • LIHEAP energy assistance through Community Action Kentucky agencies

    Community Action Kentucky (CAK), with the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services

    Kentucky's Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) helps eligible households with heating and cooling costs, with benefits paid to the utility. Community Action Kentucky runs LIHEAP with CHFS through its network of local Community Action agencies, which have outreach offices in every Kentucky county. Contact the agency for your county to check eligibility and apply during an enrollment period. Bring proof of Social Security numbers or green cards for everyone in the home, last month's income, your current electric bill and your heating account details. Help is first-come, first-served until funds run out.

    Where
    Kentucky
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Low-income households under the program income limit. Enrollment happens in set periods. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial AidEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • SNAP food benefits (Kentucky)

    Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services, Department for Community Based Services (DCBS), Division of Family Support

    SNAP, formerly called food stamps, helps low-income people buy food at participating stores. A household is the people who live, buy and eat food together, and some relatives must be counted in one household even if they shop separately. Apply at a DCBS office, by phone or online through kynect. Free language help and disability services are available on request through the toll-free line.

    Where
    Kentucky
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Households must meet income, resource, citizenship or qualified-immigrant and work-registration rules. Able-bodied adults without dependents have extra work rules. See the official site for current rules.

    SNAP (Food Assistance)Financial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

County programs

  • Emergency financial assistance for rent, mortgage and utilities (LFUCG Community & Resident Services)

    Community & Resident Services, Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government (LFUCG)

    LFUCG Community & Resident Services can help Fayette County residents pay rent, mortgage or utility bills to prevent eviction or a utility shut-off at their current home, if funds are available. Before calling, check the screening questions: how long you have lived in Fayette County, whether you have had help in recent years, and whether you have a disconnect notice, an eviction notice or a bill that is past due. Call to schedule an appointment, and bring ID for every adult, Social Security cards for everyone, proof of household income and residency, the notice or past-due bill, and your lease if you need rent help.

    Where
    Fayette County, Kentucky
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Fayette County residents facing eviction or utility disconnection who meet the residency and prior-assistance rules. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceHousingFinancial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • LIHEAP utility assistance for Jefferson County (Louisville Metro Office of Social Services)

    Louisville Metro Office of Social Services (Louisville-Jefferson County Metro Government)

    Jefferson County residents apply for LIHEAP heating and cooling help through the Louisville Metro Office of Social Services, which is Louisville Metro's Community Action Agency. Schedule an appointment online or through the automated phone scheduler, which runs around the clock. Bring proof of residence, proof of Social Security numbers or green cards for everyone in the home, last month's income for everyone, your current electric bill and your heating account details. Help is first-come, first-served until funds run out.

    Where
    Jefferson County, Kentucky
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Jefferson County residents under the LIHEAP income limit who pay home energy costs directly or as an undesignated part of rent. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial AidEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Neighborhood Place assistance programs (Louisville Metro)

    Louisville Metro Office of Social Services (Louisville-Jefferson County Metro Government)

    Louisville Metro's Neighborhood Place assistance programs include a Housing Stabilization Program with short- and long-term rental assistance plus case management, the HOPE Assistance program for seniors and people with disabilities on fixed incomes who owe their landlord, LG&E or Louisville Water, LIHEAP energy help, and information on MSD discount programs. Appointments are made online or by phone, first-come, first-served.

    Where
    Jefferson County, Kentucky
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Income limits and other rules apply. Housing Stabilization requires case management and has work-history rules. HOPE is for seniors and people with disabilities on fixed incomes. See the official site for current rules.

    HousingEmergency AssistanceFinancial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

More about Financial Aid

WIC

Statewide

  • Kentucky WIC (Women, Infants and Children)

    Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services (CHFS), Department for Public Health, Nutrition Services Branch

    Kentucky WIC offers nutrition counseling, breastfeeding support, education, healthy foods and referrals to health care for pregnant, breastfeeding and postpartum women, infants and children up to age 5. Contact the WIC clinic in your area or your local health department to apply. Staff will check your ID and Kentucky residency, review your income, and do a simple health and diet screening. Getting SNAP, KTAP or Medicaid can show you meet the income rule. Free language help is available.

    Where
    Kentucky
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Pregnant, breastfeeding and postpartum women, infants and children up to age 5 who live in Kentucky, meet the income rule and have a nutrition or health risk. See the official site for current rules.

    WICInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

County programs

  • WIC at Louisville Metro Public Health and Wellness

    Louisville Metro Department of Public Health and Wellness (Louisville-Jefferson County Metro Government)

    Louisville Metro Public Health and Wellness runs WIC for families from pregnancy until a child turns 5, with free healthy foods on an EBT card, nutrition education, breastfeeding support including free breast pumps, a support group and peer advisors, and referrals. Virtual appointments are available at many locations. Call to see if you are eligible and to make an appointment.

    Where
    Jefferson County, Kentucky
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Pregnant people, new mothers, infants and children under 5 who meet Kentucky WIC rules. See the official site for current rules.

    WICInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • WIC at the Lexington-Fayette County Health Department

    Lexington-Fayette County Health Department

    The Lexington-Fayette County Health Department offers WIC at its Public Health Clinic on Newtown Pike, with same-day appointments. WIC provides healthy foods, nutrition counseling and breastfeeding support, and breastfeeding mothers returning to work or school can get a breast pump. Bring ID, proof of income and proof of your home address to every visit. Free grocery store tours are also offered.

    Where
    Fayette County, Kentucky
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Pregnant women, breastfeeding women, women who gave birth in the last six months, infants and children up to their 5th birthday who meet the income rule. See the official site for current rules.

    WICInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

More about WIC

SNAP (Food Assistance)

Statewide

  • DCBS Family Support: apply for SNAP, KTAP, Medicaid and other benefits (Kentucky)

    Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services, Department for Community Based Services (DCBS), Division of Family Support

    The Division of Family Support runs SNAP, the Kentucky Transitional Assistance Program (KTAP), the Kentucky Works Program and Medicaid, and it also manages LIHEAP energy assistance. You can apply at a DCBS office in any Kentucky county, by phone through the toll-free Family Support call line, or online through the kynect benefits portal. Documents can be returned at any DCBS office, uploaded to kynect or mailed. Offices and call lines are open on weekdays during business hours.

    Where
    Kentucky
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Eligibility depends on the program. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial AidSNAP (Food Assistance)

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • kynect benefits: apply for and manage Kentucky benefits online

    Commonwealth of Kentucky, Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services (CHFS)

    kynect benefits is Kentucky's online portal for applying for and managing Medicaid, SNAP, KTAP, the Child Care Assistance Program and the KI-HIPP premium help program, on a phone or computer, with step-by-step guidance. You need a Kentucky Online Gateway (KOG/KYID) account. CHFS posts videos and quick guides for creating an account and completing an application.

    Where
    Kentucky
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Each program has its own rules. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial AidSNAP (Food Assistance)Childcare

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • SNAP food benefits (Kentucky)

    Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services, Department for Community Based Services (DCBS), Division of Family Support

    SNAP, formerly called food stamps, helps low-income people buy food at participating stores. A household is the people who live, buy and eat food together, and some relatives must be counted in one household even if they shop separately. Apply at a DCBS office, by phone or online through kynect. Free language help and disability services are available on request through the toll-free line.

    Where
    Kentucky
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Households must meet income, resource, citizenship or qualified-immigrant and work-registration rules. Able-bodied adults without dependents have extra work rules. See the official site for current rules.

    SNAP (Food Assistance)Financial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

More about SNAP (Food Assistance)

Housing

Statewide

  • Kentucky Housing Corporation: rental assistance and housing help

    Kentucky Housing Corporation (KHC)

    Kentucky Housing Corporation's Get Help pages point Kentuckians facing a housing crisis to local help. Its online Community Resource Guide lists rental assistance, shelters and housing services by county or city, and KHC can connect people at risk of losing housing with local partners. KHC also runs specialized rental programs for groups such as people experiencing or at risk of homelessness or fleeing domestic violence, families whose children may be separated because of housing, youth aging out of foster care, people with disabilities, veterans, and single parents in college. Its general Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) waiting list is closed.

    Where
    Kentucky
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Each program has its own rules. See the official site for current rules.

    HousingEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • kynect resources: find local help in Kentucky

    Commonwealth of Kentucky (kynect)

    kynect resources helps Kentuckians find and connect with local programs for food, housing, employment, health, money, transportation, education, legal help, child care and more. You can search by category or by situation, for example by choosing 'Homeless' or 'Housing'.

    Where
    Kentucky
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Anyone in Kentucky. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceHousingFinancial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • ZeroV: find your local Kentucky domestic violence program

    ZeroV

    ZeroV's member domestic violence programs give free, confidential, trauma-informed services to survivors in all 120 Kentucky counties, 24/7. Use ZeroV's map to find your region's program. Programs offer secure shelter for people, including parents with children, who are fleeing intimate partner violence, plus court accompaniment and legal options, counseling, support groups, children's services, case management and safety planning. ZeroV's shelter page lists each program's hotline.

    Not for emergencies. If you are in danger, call 911. Your browser history may show this visit.

    Where
    Kentucky
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Survivors of intimate partner violence and their children anywhere in Kentucky. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceHousing

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

County programs

  • Any Door KY: homeless coordinated entry hotline (Kentucky Balance of State)

    Kentucky Housing Corporation (KHC), Kentucky Balance of State Continuum of Care

    Any Door KY is the front door to housing help for people experiencing homelessness in every Kentucky county except Fayette and Jefferson. If you are sleeping outside, in a car, in a shelter or anywhere not meant for living, call the hotline or contact your county's lead partner agency. A partner completes a short assessment, which is used to prioritize people for housing referrals by level of need. Being assessed does not guarantee housing. The system also serves people fleeing domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault or stalking.

    Where
    All Kentucky counties except Fayette and Jefferson
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    People experiencing homelessness in the 118 Kentucky counties outside Fayette and Jefferson. Lexington-Fayette and Louisville-Jefferson run their own coordinated entry systems. See the official site for current rules.

    HousingEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Emergency financial assistance for rent, mortgage and utilities (LFUCG Community & Resident Services)

    Community & Resident Services, Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government (LFUCG)

    LFUCG Community & Resident Services can help Fayette County residents pay rent, mortgage or utility bills to prevent eviction or a utility shut-off at their current home, if funds are available. Before calling, check the screening questions: how long you have lived in Fayette County, whether you have had help in recent years, and whether you have a disconnect notice, an eviction notice or a bill that is past due. Call to schedule an appointment, and bring ID for every adult, Social Security cards for everyone, proof of household income and residency, the notice or past-due bill, and your lease if you need rent help.

    Where
    Fayette County, Kentucky
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Fayette County residents facing eviction or utility disconnection who meet the residency and prior-assistance rules. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceHousingFinancial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • GreenHouse17 (Bluegrass region domestic violence services)

    GreenHouse17

    GreenHouse17 gives support, counseling, advocacy, shelter, education and prevention services in 17 Kentucky counties at no charge. Its 24-hour hotline is answered by certified domestic violence advocates who can help you make a safety plan for you and your children, find emergency shelter at GreenHouse17 or a partner shelter, arrange court accompaniment and share information on support groups. Its staffed shelter is in rural Fayette County, with satellite offices in downtown Lexington and Danville.

    Not for emergencies. If you are in danger, call 911. Your browser history may show this visit.

    Where
    Serves 17 counties in Kentucky
    All 17 counties

    Anderson County, Bourbon County, Boyle County, Clark County, Estill County, Fayette County, Franklin County, Garrard County, Harrison County, Jessamine County, Lincoln County, Madison County, Mercer County, Nicholas County, Powell County, Scott County and Woodford County

    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Survivors of intimate partner abuse and their children in the 17 counties served; the hotline also helps people who want to support a friend. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceHousingFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Neighborhood Place assistance programs (Louisville Metro)

    Louisville Metro Office of Social Services (Louisville-Jefferson County Metro Government)

    Louisville Metro's Neighborhood Place assistance programs include a Housing Stabilization Program with short- and long-term rental assistance plus case management, the HOPE Assistance program for seniors and people with disabilities on fixed incomes who owe their landlord, LG&E or Louisville Water, LIHEAP energy help, and information on MSD discount programs. Appointments are made online or by phone, first-come, first-served.

    Where
    Jefferson County, Kentucky
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Income limits and other rules apply. Housing Stabilization requires case management and has work-history rules. HOPE is for seniors and people with disabilities on fixed incomes. See the official site for current rules.

    HousingEmergency AssistanceFinancial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Office of Homelessness Prevention and Intervention (LFUCG)

    Office of Homelessness Prevention and Intervention, Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government (LFUCG)

    LFUCG's Office of Homelessness Prevention and Intervention posts up-to-date lists of income-based housing, income-restricted housing and properties that accept vouchers in Lexington, as a starting point for families who need a home they can afford. It does not track current vacancies. LFUCG's housing advocates can help Lexington residents find affordable units and landlords willing to work with barriers such as past evictions or a criminal record. For meals, clothing and shelters, the page points to 211.

    Where
    Fayette County, Kentucky
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Lexington-Fayette residents looking for affordable housing or help with homelessness. See the official site for current rules.

    HousingEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • The Center for Women and Families (Louisville region)

    The Center for Women and Families

    The Center for Women and Families serves survivors of intimate partner violence and sexual assault with a 24/7 crisis hotline, emergency shelter, safety planning, sexual assault forensic exams, legal and medical advocacy, counseling, therapy and support groups. Its services are free, safe and confidential, and you can stay anonymous when you call. It serves seven Kentucky counties around Louisville and two in southern Indiana. Under a temporary plan it is also supporting survivors in Breckinridge and Meade counties.

    Not for emergencies. If you are in danger, call 911. Your browser history may show this visit.

    Where
    Bullitt County, Henry County, Jefferson County, Oldham County, Shelby County, Spencer County and Trimble County, Kentucky
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Survivors of intimate partner violence or sexual assault in the counties served. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceHousingFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

City programs

Each of these programs is only for the city or cities named on its card.

  • Lexington Housing Authority (public housing and vouchers)

    Lexington-Fayette Urban County Housing Authority (Lexington Housing Authority, LHA)

    The Lexington Housing Authority provides affordable public housing and other housing programs for low- and moderate-income families in Lexington, with rent based on income in most units. Applicants must be at least 18. Applications are taken online only when a waiting list is open, and LHA announces openings for specific sites on its website. Many units are self-sufficiency units for working households.

    Where
    City of Lexington only, Kentucky
    Cost
    Low cost
    Who it's for

    Low- and moderate-income households in Lexington; applicants at least 18. Waiting lists open and close by site. See the official site for current rules.

    Housing

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

More about Housing

Childcare

Statewide

  • Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) (Kentucky)

    Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services, Department for Community Based Services (DCBS), Division of Child Care

    CCAP helps eligible families pay for child care. The Division of Family Support takes applications by phone or online through kynect, and you can also apply at a local DCBS office. Parents must be working or in a qualifying activity such as job search, school, a GED program for teen parents, SNAP Employment and Training, or the KTAP Kentucky Works Program. Some families pay a daily co-payment based on income and family size and may owe the difference if the provider charges more than the state rate. Bring ID, proof of the child's citizenship or qualified-immigrant status, proof of residency, proof of school enrollment if it applies, and income information.

    Where
    Kentucky
    Cost
    Sliding scale
    Who it's for

    For a child under 13, or older with a verified special need, who is a U.S. citizen or qualified immigrant living in Kentucky. Income must be under the state limit and parents must meet work or activity rules. See the official site for current rules.

    ChildcareFinancial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Child Care Aware of Kentucky (child care resource and referral)

    Child Care Aware of Kentucky, Human Development Institute, University of Kentucky

    Child Care Aware of Kentucky is the statewide child care resource and referral network. For families, it offers a Family Toolkit on choosing safe, quality child care, tips for visiting programs, information on Kentucky All STARS quality ratings and care for children with special needs, and a Child Care Referral Specialist you can call. You can also search for child care across the state through kynect. Its services cover all 120 counties in eight regions.

    Where
    Kentucky
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Any Kentucky family looking for child care. See the official site for current rules.

    Childcare

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Find a Head Start program (Kentucky Head Start Association)

    Kentucky Head Start Association (KHSA)

    The Kentucky Head Start Association's Find a Head Start page lets families pick their county to find the nearest Head Start or Early Head Start program. You can also contact the association by phone or through its contact form.

    Where
    Kentucky
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Eligibility is set by each local Head Start program. See the official site for current rules.

    ChildcareInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Kentucky state-funded public preschool

    Kentucky Governor's Office of Early Childhood, with local school districts

    Kentucky's state-funded preschool programs, run by local school districts, serve four-year-olds from families under the income limit and three- and four-year-olds with identified disabilities regardless of income. The programs are designed to be developmentally appropriate, focusing on children's physical, intellectual, social and emotional growth. Contact your local school district (local board of education) to enroll; the Kentucky Department of Education's District and School Directory lists contacts.

    Where
    Kentucky
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Four-year-olds from families under the income limit, and three- and four-year-olds with identified disabilities regardless of income. See the official site for current rules.

    Childcare

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • kynect benefits: apply for and manage Kentucky benefits online

    Commonwealth of Kentucky, Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services (CHFS)

    kynect benefits is Kentucky's online portal for applying for and managing Medicaid, SNAP, KTAP, the Child Care Assistance Program and the KI-HIPP premium help program, on a phone or computer, with step-by-step guidance. You need a Kentucky Online Gateway (KOG/KYID) account. CHFS posts videos and quick guides for creating an account and completing an application.

    Where
    Kentucky
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Each program has its own rules. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial AidSNAP (Food Assistance)Childcare

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

More about Childcare

Family Counseling

Statewide

  • Kentucky community mental health centers (Regional MHID Boards)

    Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services, Department for Behavioral Health, Developmental and Intellectual Disabilities (DBHDID)

    Kentucky's 14 regional Boards for Mental Health or Individuals With an Intellectual Disability, also called community mental health centers (CMHCs), provide publicly funded services for Kentuckians with mental health, developmental and intellectual disability, or substance use needs. Each is a private nonprofit serving a set multi-county region. Use the county drop-down on the CHFS page to get contact information for your county's office.

    Where
    Kentucky
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Kentucky residents with mental health, developmental or intellectual disability, or substance use needs. See the official site for current rules.

    Mental HealthFamily CounselingSpecial-Needs Parenting

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

County programs

  • 502 Fathers and Louisville Metro Healthy Start

    Louisville Metro Department of Public Health and Wellness, Healthy Start (Louisville-Jefferson County Metro Government)

    Louisville Metro Healthy Start supports pregnant and postpartum people, infants and families with children up to 18 months in certain Jefferson County ZIP codes. Its 502 Fathers program is a confidential forum where fathers support each other, talk about their concerns and work on better communication and less tension between parents. Healthy Start also offers WIC enrollment, a parenthood program for people involved with the justice system, warm handoffs for housing and utility help, bus passes and a licensed clinical social worker. Use the online referral form or the address lookup tool to check eligibility.

    Where
    Jefferson County, Kentucky
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Families who live in the Jefferson County ZIP codes served by Healthy Start. Families in other Jefferson County ZIP codes are referred to a partner program. See the official site for current rules.

    Infant CareFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Families in Transition divorce education (Jefferson Family Court)

    Jefferson Family Court (Kentucky Court of Justice)

    Jefferson Family Court requires divorcing parents to complete Families in Transition divorce education. Classes are one-time, one-day sessions held at community sites in Louisville, with parent-and-child groups for children 6 and older and parent-only groups. Register within 30 days of filing or service of the divorce petition, by email (preferred) or phone. Late arrivals are not admitted, and the court is told about missed or changed classes. Parents with a domestic violence petition against each other cannot attend the same session.

    Where
    Jefferson County, Kentucky
    Cost
    Paid
    Who it's for

    Divorcing parents with a case in Jefferson Family Court. See the official site for current rules.

    DivorceCustody & Parenting TimeFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • GreenHouse17 (Bluegrass region domestic violence services)

    GreenHouse17

    GreenHouse17 gives support, counseling, advocacy, shelter, education and prevention services in 17 Kentucky counties at no charge. Its 24-hour hotline is answered by certified domestic violence advocates who can help you make a safety plan for you and your children, find emergency shelter at GreenHouse17 or a partner shelter, arrange court accompaniment and share information on support groups. Its staffed shelter is in rural Fayette County, with satellite offices in downtown Lexington and Danville.

    Not for emergencies. If you are in danger, call 911. Your browser history may show this visit.

    Where
    Serves 17 counties in Kentucky
    All 17 counties

    Anderson County, Bourbon County, Boyle County, Clark County, Estill County, Fayette County, Franklin County, Garrard County, Harrison County, Jessamine County, Lincoln County, Madison County, Mercer County, Nicholas County, Powell County, Scott County and Woodford County

    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Survivors of intimate partner abuse and their children in the 17 counties served; the hotline also helps people who want to support a friend. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceHousingFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Seven Counties Services crisis care (Louisville region)

    Seven Counties Services, Inc.

    Seven Counties Services is the community mental health center for Jefferson and six nearby counties. Its 24/7 Crisis and Information Center helps with emotional distress, mental health concerns, addiction and situations involving a loved one with a disability. A 24-hour mobile crisis team can come to a home or other community setting; ask for it through 988 or the crisis line. Seven Counties also runs a local 988 team, a Youth Crisis Center where children and teens can walk in without an appointment, and crisis support for people with developmental disabilities. It also offers ongoing child and family mental health, adult mental health and addiction recovery services.

    Where
    Jefferson County, Oldham County, Bullitt County, Shelby County, Spencer County, Trimble County and Henry County, Kentucky
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Residents of the seven counties served; crisis lines are open to anyone. See the official site for current rules.

    Mental HealthEmergency AssistanceFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • The Center for Women and Families (Louisville region)

    The Center for Women and Families

    The Center for Women and Families serves survivors of intimate partner violence and sexual assault with a 24/7 crisis hotline, emergency shelter, safety planning, sexual assault forensic exams, legal and medical advocacy, counseling, therapy and support groups. Its services are free, safe and confidential, and you can stay anonymous when you call. It serves seven Kentucky counties around Louisville and two in southern Indiana. Under a temporary plan it is also supporting survivors in Breckinridge and Meade counties.

    Not for emergencies. If you are in danger, call 911. Your browser history may show this visit.

    Where
    Bullitt County, Henry County, Jefferson County, Oldham County, Shelby County, Spencer County and Trimble County, Kentucky
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Survivors of intimate partner violence or sexual assault in the counties served. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceHousingFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

City programs

Each of these programs is only for the city or cities named on its card.

  • Fatherhood Initiative (Lexington Leadership Foundation)

    Lexington Leadership Foundation

    Lexington Leadership Foundation's Fatherhood Initiative has worked with fathers in Lexington since 2011, including in jails, prisons, recovery centers and local congregations. Programs include a seven-week fatherhood course on key roles and best practices, one-on-one mentoring, monthly support meetings with practical parenting education, War Room small-group discussions, and 2nd Chance Academy, which prepares dads in jail for fatherhood after release in partnership with Jubilee Jobs and LFUCG. The program's page quotes scripture.

    Where
    City of Lexington only, Kentucky
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Fathers in Lexington. See the official site for current rules.

    Family Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

More about Family Counseling

Mental Health

Statewide

  • 988 Kentucky Suicide and Crisis Lifeline

    Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services (988 Kentucky)

    Kentuckians in a suicidal, mental health or substance use crisis can call, text or chat 988 at any time, free of charge. Calls go to Kentucky's network of Lifeline call centers, and Kentucky also has two dedicated 24/7 text and chat centers. Counselors listen, help resolve most calls on the phone, and when needed connect callers to mobile crisis teams, first responders and follow-up care.

    Where
    Kentucky
    Cost
    Free
    Phone
    988
    Who it's for

    Anyone in Kentucky. See the official site for current rules.

    Mental HealthEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Kentucky CMHC 24-hour crisis lines and mobile crisis services

    Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services, Department for Behavioral Health, Developmental and Intellectual Disabilities (DBHDID)

    Kentucky's 14 regional community mental health centers provide crisis services 24 hours a day, every day, for people in a behavioral health crisis or an intellectual or developmental disability-related crisis. Reach them by calling 988 or your CMHC's 24-hour crisis line. Many CMHC clinics offer walk-in crisis help, mobile crisis teams can come to a home, job or other community location, and residential crisis stabilization units give short-term care to people who need more than outpatient help but not a hospital. DBHDID publishes a one-page list of every CMHC's 24-hour crisis line with the counties each serves. In a life-threatening emergency, call 911.

    Where
    Kentucky
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Anyone in Kentucky experiencing a behavioral health or developmental disability-related crisis. See the official site for current rules.

    Mental HealthEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Kentucky community mental health centers (Regional MHID Boards)

    Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services, Department for Behavioral Health, Developmental and Intellectual Disabilities (DBHDID)

    Kentucky's 14 regional Boards for Mental Health or Individuals With an Intellectual Disability, also called community mental health centers (CMHCs), provide publicly funded services for Kentuckians with mental health, developmental and intellectual disability, or substance use needs. Each is a private nonprofit serving a set multi-county region. Use the county drop-down on the CHFS page to get contact information for your county's office.

    Where
    Kentucky
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Kentucky residents with mental health, developmental or intellectual disability, or substance use needs. See the official site for current rules.

    Mental HealthFamily CounselingSpecial-Needs Parenting

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Kentucky Medicaid

    Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services, Department for Medicaid Services (DMS)

    Kentucky Medicaid provides health coverage for eligible Kentuckians, including pregnancy-related coverage and services for children, people with disabilities and people with behavioral health or substance use needs. Apply and manage benefits through kynect, by phone or at a DCBS office. Members can learn about Kentucky Medicaid's managed care organizations (MCOs) and how to choose one, and DMS publishes a member toolkit in English and Spanish on applying, renewing and using benefits. DMS has said it will mail notices about a new community engagement requirement to members who will have to meet it.

    Where
    Kentucky
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Eligibility depends on income, household and group (for example children, pregnant people, adults and people with disabilities). See the official site for current rules.

    Financial AidMental Health

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

County programs

  • Seven Counties Services crisis care (Louisville region)

    Seven Counties Services, Inc.

    Seven Counties Services is the community mental health center for Jefferson and six nearby counties. Its 24/7 Crisis and Information Center helps with emotional distress, mental health concerns, addiction and situations involving a loved one with a disability. A 24-hour mobile crisis team can come to a home or other community setting; ask for it through 988 or the crisis line. Seven Counties also runs a local 988 team, a Youth Crisis Center where children and teens can walk in without an appointment, and crisis support for people with developmental disabilities. It also offers ongoing child and family mental health, adult mental health and addiction recovery services.

    Where
    Jefferson County, Oldham County, Bullitt County, Shelby County, Spencer County, Trimble County and Henry County, Kentucky
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Residents of the seven counties served; crisis lines are open to anyone. See the official site for current rules.

    Mental HealthEmergency AssistanceFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

More about Mental Health

Infant Care

Statewide

  • Find a Head Start program (Kentucky Head Start Association)

    Kentucky Head Start Association (KHSA)

    The Kentucky Head Start Association's Find a Head Start page lets families pick their county to find the nearest Head Start or Early Head Start program. You can also contact the association by phone or through its contact form.

    Where
    Kentucky
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Eligibility is set by each local Head Start program. See the official site for current rules.

    ChildcareInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Kentucky Children's Health Insurance Program (KCHIP)

    Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services, Department for Medicaid Services (DMS)

    KCHIP is free health insurance for uninsured children under 19 in families that meet the income limit. Apply online through kynect, get phone help with the application, or apply at a local DCBS office. Have proof of income, any child support, child care costs and current insurance, plus proof of identity and citizenship for children born outside Kentucky. Families renew every year by returning a renewal form or doing a phone interview.

    Where
    Kentucky
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For children under 19 without health insurance whose household income is under the KCHIP limit, based on Modified Adjusted Gross Income and tax household size. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial AidInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Kentucky Early Intervention System (KEIS) for children birth to 3

    Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services, Department for Public Health (KEIS)

    The Kentucky Early Intervention System is the statewide program for infants and toddlers from birth to age 3 with developmental delays or conditions likely to cause a delay. It is available in every Kentucky county and taking part is voluntary. Anyone can make a referral to the regional point of entry office, which arranges evaluations, decides eligibility and works with the family on an Individualized Family Service Plan. A parent's written consent is needed for every step. Most families pay nothing; some families with the highest incomes share in the cost on a sliding scale.

    Where
    Kentucky
    Cost
    Sliding scale
    Who it's for

    Children from birth to age 3 with a developmental delay, an established risk condition, or a need found by a team's informed clinical opinion. See the official site for current rules.

    Special-Needs ParentingInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Kentucky WIC (Women, Infants and Children)

    Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services (CHFS), Department for Public Health, Nutrition Services Branch

    Kentucky WIC offers nutrition counseling, breastfeeding support, education, healthy foods and referrals to health care for pregnant, breastfeeding and postpartum women, infants and children up to age 5. Contact the WIC clinic in your area or your local health department to apply. Staff will check your ID and Kentucky residency, review your income, and do a simple health and diet screening. Getting SNAP, KTAP or Medicaid can show you meet the income rule. Free language help is available.

    Where
    Kentucky
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Pregnant, breastfeeding and postpartum women, infants and children up to age 5 who live in Kentucky, meet the income rule and have a nutrition or health risk. See the official site for current rules.

    WICInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

County programs

  • 502 Fathers and Louisville Metro Healthy Start

    Louisville Metro Department of Public Health and Wellness, Healthy Start (Louisville-Jefferson County Metro Government)

    Louisville Metro Healthy Start supports pregnant and postpartum people, infants and families with children up to 18 months in certain Jefferson County ZIP codes. Its 502 Fathers program is a confidential forum where fathers support each other, talk about their concerns and work on better communication and less tension between parents. Healthy Start also offers WIC enrollment, a parenthood program for people involved with the justice system, warm handoffs for housing and utility help, bus passes and a licensed clinical social worker. Use the online referral form or the address lookup tool to check eligibility.

    Where
    Jefferson County, Kentucky
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Families who live in the Jefferson County ZIP codes served by Healthy Start. Families in other Jefferson County ZIP codes are referred to a partner program. See the official site for current rules.

    Infant CareFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • WIC at Louisville Metro Public Health and Wellness

    Louisville Metro Department of Public Health and Wellness (Louisville-Jefferson County Metro Government)

    Louisville Metro Public Health and Wellness runs WIC for families from pregnancy until a child turns 5, with free healthy foods on an EBT card, nutrition education, breastfeeding support including free breast pumps, a support group and peer advisors, and referrals. Virtual appointments are available at many locations. Call to see if you are eligible and to make an appointment.

    Where
    Jefferson County, Kentucky
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Pregnant people, new mothers, infants and children under 5 who meet Kentucky WIC rules. See the official site for current rules.

    WICInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • WIC at the Lexington-Fayette County Health Department

    Lexington-Fayette County Health Department

    The Lexington-Fayette County Health Department offers WIC at its Public Health Clinic on Newtown Pike, with same-day appointments. WIC provides healthy foods, nutrition counseling and breastfeeding support, and breastfeeding mothers returning to work or school can get a breast pump. Bring ID, proof of income and proof of your home address to every visit. Free grocery store tours are also offered.

    Where
    Fayette County, Kentucky
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Pregnant women, breastfeeding women, women who gave birth in the last six months, infants and children up to their 5th birthday who meet the income rule. See the official site for current rules.

    WICInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

More about Infant Care

Special-Needs Parenting

Statewide

  • Kentucky community mental health centers (Regional MHID Boards)

    Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services, Department for Behavioral Health, Developmental and Intellectual Disabilities (DBHDID)

    Kentucky's 14 regional Boards for Mental Health or Individuals With an Intellectual Disability, also called community mental health centers (CMHCs), provide publicly funded services for Kentuckians with mental health, developmental and intellectual disability, or substance use needs. Each is a private nonprofit serving a set multi-county region. Use the county drop-down on the CHFS page to get contact information for your county's office.

    Where
    Kentucky
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Kentucky residents with mental health, developmental or intellectual disability, or substance use needs. See the official site for current rules.

    Mental HealthFamily CounselingSpecial-Needs Parenting

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Kentucky Early Intervention System (KEIS) for children birth to 3

    Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services, Department for Public Health (KEIS)

    The Kentucky Early Intervention System is the statewide program for infants and toddlers from birth to age 3 with developmental delays or conditions likely to cause a delay. It is available in every Kentucky county and taking part is voluntary. Anyone can make a referral to the regional point of entry office, which arranges evaluations, decides eligibility and works with the family on an Individualized Family Service Plan. A parent's written consent is needed for every step. Most families pay nothing; some families with the highest incomes share in the cost on a sliding scale.

    Where
    Kentucky
    Cost
    Sliding scale
    Who it's for

    Children from birth to age 3 with a developmental delay, an established risk condition, or a need found by a team's informed clinical opinion. See the official site for current rules.

    Special-Needs ParentingInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • KY-SPIN Parent Training and Information (PTI) Center

    KY-SPIN, Inc. (Kentucky Special Parent Involvement Network)

    KY-SPIN Parent Center is Kentucky's statewide Parent Training and Information Center, funded by the U.S. Department of Education. It gives training, information and support to parents and families of children and youth with any type of disability from birth through age 26, and to professionals. Staff help families one-on-one through the steps of getting services for their child, offer community workshops on education laws and rights, and provide resource materials and referrals. KY-SPIN is not a legal services agency.

    Where
    Kentucky
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Families of children and youth with disabilities, birth through 26, and the professionals who work with them, anywhere in Kentucky. See the official site for current rules.

    Special-Needs Parenting

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

More about Special-Needs Parenting

Emergency Assistance

Statewide

  • 988 Kentucky Suicide and Crisis Lifeline

    Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services (988 Kentucky)

    Kentuckians in a suicidal, mental health or substance use crisis can call, text or chat 988 at any time, free of charge. Calls go to Kentucky's network of Lifeline call centers, and Kentucky also has two dedicated 24/7 text and chat centers. Counselors listen, help resolve most calls on the phone, and when needed connect callers to mobile crisis teams, first responders and follow-up care.

    Where
    Kentucky
    Cost
    Free
    Phone
    988
    Who it's for

    Anyone in Kentucky. See the official site for current rules.

    Mental HealthEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Kentucky CMHC 24-hour crisis lines and mobile crisis services

    Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services, Department for Behavioral Health, Developmental and Intellectual Disabilities (DBHDID)

    Kentucky's 14 regional community mental health centers provide crisis services 24 hours a day, every day, for people in a behavioral health crisis or an intellectual or developmental disability-related crisis. Reach them by calling 988 or your CMHC's 24-hour crisis line. Many CMHC clinics offer walk-in crisis help, mobile crisis teams can come to a home, job or other community location, and residential crisis stabilization units give short-term care to people who need more than outpatient help but not a hospital. DBHDID publishes a one-page list of every CMHC's 24-hour crisis line with the counties each serves. In a life-threatening emergency, call 911.

    Where
    Kentucky
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Anyone in Kentucky experiencing a behavioral health or developmental disability-related crisis. See the official site for current rules.

    Mental HealthEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Kentucky Housing Corporation: rental assistance and housing help

    Kentucky Housing Corporation (KHC)

    Kentucky Housing Corporation's Get Help pages point Kentuckians facing a housing crisis to local help. Its online Community Resource Guide lists rental assistance, shelters and housing services by county or city, and KHC can connect people at risk of losing housing with local partners. KHC also runs specialized rental programs for groups such as people experiencing or at risk of homelessness or fleeing domestic violence, families whose children may be separated because of housing, youth aging out of foster care, people with disabilities, veterans, and single parents in college. Its general Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) waiting list is closed.

    Where
    Kentucky
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Each program has its own rules. See the official site for current rules.

    HousingEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • kynect resources: find local help in Kentucky

    Commonwealth of Kentucky (kynect)

    kynect resources helps Kentuckians find and connect with local programs for food, housing, employment, health, money, transportation, education, legal help, child care and more. You can search by category or by situation, for example by choosing 'Homeless' or 'Housing'.

    Where
    Kentucky
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Anyone in Kentucky. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceHousingFinancial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • LIHEAP energy assistance through Community Action Kentucky agencies

    Community Action Kentucky (CAK), with the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services

    Kentucky's Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) helps eligible households with heating and cooling costs, with benefits paid to the utility. Community Action Kentucky runs LIHEAP with CHFS through its network of local Community Action agencies, which have outreach offices in every Kentucky county. Contact the agency for your county to check eligibility and apply during an enrollment period. Bring proof of Social Security numbers or green cards for everyone in the home, last month's income, your current electric bill and your heating account details. Help is first-come, first-served until funds run out.

    Where
    Kentucky
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Low-income households under the program income limit. Enrollment happens in set periods. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial AidEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • ZeroV: find your local Kentucky domestic violence program

    ZeroV

    ZeroV's member domestic violence programs give free, confidential, trauma-informed services to survivors in all 120 Kentucky counties, 24/7. Use ZeroV's map to find your region's program. Programs offer secure shelter for people, including parents with children, who are fleeing intimate partner violence, plus court accompaniment and legal options, counseling, support groups, children's services, case management and safety planning. ZeroV's shelter page lists each program's hotline.

    Not for emergencies. If you are in danger, call 911. Your browser history may show this visit.

    Where
    Kentucky
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Survivors of intimate partner violence and their children anywhere in Kentucky. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceHousing

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

County programs

  • Any Door KY: homeless coordinated entry hotline (Kentucky Balance of State)

    Kentucky Housing Corporation (KHC), Kentucky Balance of State Continuum of Care

    Any Door KY is the front door to housing help for people experiencing homelessness in every Kentucky county except Fayette and Jefferson. If you are sleeping outside, in a car, in a shelter or anywhere not meant for living, call the hotline or contact your county's lead partner agency. A partner completes a short assessment, which is used to prioritize people for housing referrals by level of need. Being assessed does not guarantee housing. The system also serves people fleeing domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault or stalking.

    Where
    All Kentucky counties except Fayette and Jefferson
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    People experiencing homelessness in the 118 Kentucky counties outside Fayette and Jefferson. Lexington-Fayette and Louisville-Jefferson run their own coordinated entry systems. See the official site for current rules.

    HousingEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Emergency financial assistance for rent, mortgage and utilities (LFUCG Community & Resident Services)

    Community & Resident Services, Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government (LFUCG)

    LFUCG Community & Resident Services can help Fayette County residents pay rent, mortgage or utility bills to prevent eviction or a utility shut-off at their current home, if funds are available. Before calling, check the screening questions: how long you have lived in Fayette County, whether you have had help in recent years, and whether you have a disconnect notice, an eviction notice or a bill that is past due. Call to schedule an appointment, and bring ID for every adult, Social Security cards for everyone, proof of household income and residency, the notice or past-due bill, and your lease if you need rent help.

    Where
    Fayette County, Kentucky
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Fayette County residents facing eviction or utility disconnection who meet the residency and prior-assistance rules. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceHousingFinancial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • GreenHouse17 (Bluegrass region domestic violence services)

    GreenHouse17

    GreenHouse17 gives support, counseling, advocacy, shelter, education and prevention services in 17 Kentucky counties at no charge. Its 24-hour hotline is answered by certified domestic violence advocates who can help you make a safety plan for you and your children, find emergency shelter at GreenHouse17 or a partner shelter, arrange court accompaniment and share information on support groups. Its staffed shelter is in rural Fayette County, with satellite offices in downtown Lexington and Danville.

    Not for emergencies. If you are in danger, call 911. Your browser history may show this visit.

    Where
    Serves 17 counties in Kentucky
    All 17 counties

    Anderson County, Bourbon County, Boyle County, Clark County, Estill County, Fayette County, Franklin County, Garrard County, Harrison County, Jessamine County, Lincoln County, Madison County, Mercer County, Nicholas County, Powell County, Scott County and Woodford County

    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Survivors of intimate partner abuse and their children in the 17 counties served; the hotline also helps people who want to support a friend. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceHousingFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • LIHEAP utility assistance for Jefferson County (Louisville Metro Office of Social Services)

    Louisville Metro Office of Social Services (Louisville-Jefferson County Metro Government)

    Jefferson County residents apply for LIHEAP heating and cooling help through the Louisville Metro Office of Social Services, which is Louisville Metro's Community Action Agency. Schedule an appointment online or through the automated phone scheduler, which runs around the clock. Bring proof of residence, proof of Social Security numbers or green cards for everyone in the home, last month's income for everyone, your current electric bill and your heating account details. Help is first-come, first-served until funds run out.

    Where
    Jefferson County, Kentucky
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Jefferson County residents under the LIHEAP income limit who pay home energy costs directly or as an undesignated part of rent. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial AidEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Neighborhood Place assistance programs (Louisville Metro)

    Louisville Metro Office of Social Services (Louisville-Jefferson County Metro Government)

    Louisville Metro's Neighborhood Place assistance programs include a Housing Stabilization Program with short- and long-term rental assistance plus case management, the HOPE Assistance program for seniors and people with disabilities on fixed incomes who owe their landlord, LG&E or Louisville Water, LIHEAP energy help, and information on MSD discount programs. Appointments are made online or by phone, first-come, first-served.

    Where
    Jefferson County, Kentucky
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Income limits and other rules apply. Housing Stabilization requires case management and has work-history rules. HOPE is for seniors and people with disabilities on fixed incomes. See the official site for current rules.

    HousingEmergency AssistanceFinancial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Office of Homelessness Prevention and Intervention (LFUCG)

    Office of Homelessness Prevention and Intervention, Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government (LFUCG)

    LFUCG's Office of Homelessness Prevention and Intervention posts up-to-date lists of income-based housing, income-restricted housing and properties that accept vouchers in Lexington, as a starting point for families who need a home they can afford. It does not track current vacancies. LFUCG's housing advocates can help Lexington residents find affordable units and landlords willing to work with barriers such as past evictions or a criminal record. For meals, clothing and shelters, the page points to 211.

    Where
    Fayette County, Kentucky
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Lexington-Fayette residents looking for affordable housing or help with homelessness. See the official site for current rules.

    HousingEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Seven Counties Services crisis care (Louisville region)

    Seven Counties Services, Inc.

    Seven Counties Services is the community mental health center for Jefferson and six nearby counties. Its 24/7 Crisis and Information Center helps with emotional distress, mental health concerns, addiction and situations involving a loved one with a disability. A 24-hour mobile crisis team can come to a home or other community setting; ask for it through 988 or the crisis line. Seven Counties also runs a local 988 team, a Youth Crisis Center where children and teens can walk in without an appointment, and crisis support for people with developmental disabilities. It also offers ongoing child and family mental health, adult mental health and addiction recovery services.

    Where
    Jefferson County, Oldham County, Bullitt County, Shelby County, Spencer County, Trimble County and Henry County, Kentucky
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Residents of the seven counties served; crisis lines are open to anyone. See the official site for current rules.

    Mental HealthEmergency AssistanceFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • The Center for Women and Families (Louisville region)

    The Center for Women and Families

    The Center for Women and Families serves survivors of intimate partner violence and sexual assault with a 24/7 crisis hotline, emergency shelter, safety planning, sexual assault forensic exams, legal and medical advocacy, counseling, therapy and support groups. Its services are free, safe and confidential, and you can stay anonymous when you call. It serves seven Kentucky counties around Louisville and two in southern Indiana. Under a temporary plan it is also supporting survivors in Breckinridge and Meade counties.

    Not for emergencies. If you are in danger, call 911. Your browser history may show this visit.

    Where
    Bullitt County, Henry County, Jefferson County, Oldham County, Shelby County, Spencer County and Trimble County, Kentucky
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Survivors of intimate partner violence or sexual assault in the counties served. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceHousingFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

More about Emergency Assistance

Nationwide programs that also apply

These programs serve families anywhere in the U.S., including Kentucky.

  • 211 (United Way 211)

    United Way 211

    Call 211 for confidential help connecting to local community services, such as housing, homelessness, and utility bill assistance. 211.org can also help you find your local 211.

    Where
    Nationwide
    Cost
    Free
    Phone
    211
    Who it's for

    Free and confidential to call. Programs you're referred to set their own rules. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceHousing

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

    988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

    Free, confidential support 24/7 by call, text, or chat. You don't have to be suicidal to reach out; reasons include relationships, economic worries, substance use, depression, and loneliness. Spanish: press 2 or text AYUDA to 988. Veterans: press 1.

    Where
    Nationwide
    Cost
    Free
    Phone
    988
    Who it's for

    Available to anyone in the United States and its territories. See the official site for current rules.

    Mental HealthEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • ChildCare.gov

    U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families, Office of Child Care

    Helps parents find safe, quality child care in their community that fits their family's needs. It links to each state's or territory's child care websites, where parents can search for child care and consumer education information.

    Where
    Nationwide
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Information site open to everyone. The state programs it links to set their own rules. See the official site for current rules.

    Childcare

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline

    Childhelp

    A safe, nonjudgmental space by call, text, or chat for anyone concerned about or affected by child abuse. It is not a reporting line and is not connected to 911; the site lists each state's child abuse reporting contacts.

    Where
    Nationwide
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Open to anyone. The hotline may have to share information with authorities if a child is being harmed or someone intends to act on suicidal thoughts. In California, child abuse reports go to your county's CPS line. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Crisis Text Line

    Crisis Text Line

    Free, confidential, 24/7 support by text message. Text HOME to 741741 from anywhere in the U.S. to reach a trained volunteer crisis counselor for stress, anxiety, loneliness, substance use, self-harm, or suicidal thoughts.

    Where
    Nationwide
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Available to anyone in the United States. See the official site for current rules.

    Mental HealthEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)

    Internal Revenue Service

    A federal tax credit that helps low- to moderate-income workers and families reduce taxes owed and possibly increase their refund. The IRS site has a qualification checker and links to free tax preparation help.

    Where
    Nationwide
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For workers with low to moderate income; the amount can depend on children or dependents and other factors. The IRS notes refunds for EITC claims are held until mid-February. See the official site for current rules.

    Financial Aid

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Find Shelter

    U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)

    HUD's tool for finding housing, shelter, health care, and clothing resources by location. It also links to help paying rent, applying for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8), talking to a housing counselor, and reporting housing discrimination.

    Where
    Nationwide
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Open to anyone searching. Each local program found through the tool has its own eligibility rules. See the official site for current rules.

    HousingEmergency Assistance

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Find Your Parent Center (Parent Training and Information Centers)

    Center for Parent Information and Resources

    A finder for the nearly 100 Parent Training and Information Centers (PTIs) and Community Parent Resource Centers (CPRCs) in the US and territories. These centers work with families of infants, toddlers, children, and youth with disabilities, birth to 26, and help parents take part in their children's education and development.

    Where
    Nationwide
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    For families of children and youth with disabilities, birth to 26. Each Parent Center sets its own services. See the official site for current rules.

    Special-Needs Parenting

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • FindTreatment.gov

    Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)

    A confidential, anonymous search tool for finding mental health and substance use treatment facilities in the United States, with guides on treatment options and paying for treatment.

    Where
    Nationwide
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Free to search. Each facility sets its own intake rules and costs. See the official site for current rules.

    Mental Health

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • National Domestic Violence Hotline

    National Domestic Violence Hotline

    Free, confidential, 24/7 support from advocates by call, chat, or text (START to 88788), including crisis intervention, safety planning, and referrals to local resources. Help is available for anyone affected by relationship abuse.

    Where
    Nationwide
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Open to anyone. The Hotline does not give direct financial help (like cash or hotel vouchers) but can connect you with local resources. If you are in immediate danger, call 911. See the official site for current rules.

    Emergency AssistanceFamily Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • National Parent & Youth Helpline

    Parents Anonymous

    Free, confidential support for parents, children, and youth from trained Helpline Specialists by call, text, or live chat, available 24/7. Run by Parents Anonymous, which also offers Parents Anonymous support groups.

    Where
    Nationwide
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For parents, children, and youth. See the official site for current rules.

    Family CounselingMental Health

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • National Responsible Fatherhood Clearinghouse (Fatherhood.gov)

    U.S. Administration for Children and Families, Office of Family Assistance

    A federally funded national resource for fathers. Offers a library of fatherhood resources, activities for dads and kids, topics like co-parenting, blended families, and economic stability, a Program Map to find local fatherhood programs, and a National Call Center for dads.

    Where
    Nationwide
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Open to all fathers and the public. Local programs found through the Program Map set their own eligibility. See the official site for current rules.

    Family Counseling

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Postpartum Support International: Help for Dads

    Postpartum Support International (PSI)

    Support for fathers dealing with depression or anxiety during pregnancy or after a baby arrives. Includes a call/text HelpLine, free peer support such as support groups (including a group for dads) and a peer mentor program, a weekly Chat with an Expert call, and a directory of perinatal mental health providers.

    Not for emergencies. The PSI HelpLine is not a crisis hotline and does not handle emergencies. In a crisis, call 988 or your local emergency number, or call or text the National Maternal Mental Health Hotline at 833-852-6262 (24/7).

    Where
    Nationwide
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For dads facing perinatal mental health challenges. The PSI HelpLine is not a crisis hotline and does not handle emergencies. You leave a confidential message any time and a trained volunteer returns your call or text; messages are returned every day, within 8am-11pm EST. In a crisis, call 988 or your local emergency number, or call or text the National Maternal Mental Health Hotline at 833-852-6262 (24/7).

    Mental HealthInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Safe to Sleep

    National Institutes of Health (NICHD)

    A national campaign with evidence-based guidance to reduce the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) and other sleep-related infant deaths, plus tummy time tips and free printable materials for parents and grandparents.

    Where
    Nationwide
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Free information for anyone caring for a baby. Talk with your child's doctor about your baby's specific needs. See the official site for current rules.

    Infant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • SAMHSA's National Helpline

    Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)

    Free, confidential, 24/7 treatment referral and information service in English and Spanish for people and families facing mental health or substance use disorders. Connects callers with local treatment, support groups, and community organizations. It does not provide counseling.

    Where
    Nationwide
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Open to anyone. No insurance needed; people without insurance may be referred to state-funded or sliding-fee programs. TTY: 1-800-487-4889. See the official site for current rules.

    Mental Health

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)

    U.S. Department of Agriculture, Food and Nutrition Administration

    The federal SNAP program provides food benefits to low-income families to help with their grocery budget. In California, SNAP is called CalFresh and you apply through the state.

    Where
    Nationwide
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For low-income households. In California, apply for CalFresh; the county decides eligibility. See the official site for current rules.

    SNAP (Food Assistance)

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)

  • WIC: Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children

    U.S. Department of Agriculture, Food and Nutrition Administration

    The federal WIC program provides healthy foods, personalized nutrition education, breastfeeding support, and referrals from pregnancy until a child turns 5. Includes an eligibility checker and a tool to find WIC near you.

    Where
    Nationwide
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    WIC serves women who are pregnant, recently pregnant, or breastfeeding, and babies and kids under 5. USDA says moms, dads, foster parents, and anyone raising kids under 5 can apply for the children in their care. See the official site for current rules.

    WICInfant Care

    Official site

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source)