Government Services
Know more about federal, state and city government resources
Bluegrass Area Agency on Aging and Independent Living
Providing communities, seniors, families and professionals with information, referrals and in-home and caregiver support as well as ombudsman, adult day care, legal, senior employment and Senior Center support services.
CONTACT Loretta Henderson
699 Perimeter Drive
Lexington, KY 40517
PHONE (866) 665-7921
EMAIL adrc@bgadd.org
WEB BGAAAIL.org
Cabinet for Health and Family Services/Adult Protective Services
Investigates all known or suspected incidents of abuse, neglect or exploitation of an adult and abuse of a spouse or partner.
Frankfort, KY 40621
Commission for People with Disabilities / Senior Services Commission
Promoting the inclusion and empowerment of people with disabilities in Fayette County and advising the Mayor and Council on pertinent issues, and leading community efforts on the quality of life for older citizens and their ability to fully participate in the community.
CONTACT Kristy Stambaugh
Senior Center
Lexington, KY
PHONE (859) 258-3806
EMAIL kstambau@lexingtonky.gov
WEB lexingtonky.gov
Creating systemic change that empowers individuals to achieve full citizenship and inclusion in the community through education, capacity building and advocacy.
100 Fair Oaks Lane, 4th Floor
Frankfort, KY 40601
PHONE (502) 564-7841
WEB chfs.ky.gov/ccdd
Division of Emergency Services
Promotes disaster preparedness for individuals, families and businesses in Fayette County. Provides printed information on disaster preparedness, emergency kits, severe weather, earthquakes, chemical emergencies and other topics. Presentations available to community organizations.
1793 Old Frankfort Pike
Lexington, KY 40504
PHONE (859) 425-2495
EMAIL sbendall@lexingtonky.gov
WEB BeReadyLexington.com
Public services including voter registration, motor vehicle transactions, land recordings, marriage licenses, and disabled parking permits.
162 East Main Street
Lexington, KY 40507
PHONE (859) 253-3344
EMAIL dblevins@fayettecountyclerk.com
WEB fayettecountyclerk.com
Fayette County Property Valuation Administration, David O’Neill
Along with assessing property, the PVA Office administers the Homestead Exemption program. The exemption is available to homeowners who are 65 years or older or are disabled and who meet other eligibility requirements.
101 East Vine Street, Suite 600
Lexington, KY 40507
PHONE (859) 246-2722
EMAIL FayetteCoPVA@gmail.com
WEB FayettePVA.com
Fayette Local Emergency Planning Committee
Volunteer group responsible for improving plans for emergency response to incidents related to chemical and hazardous materials and educating the public about potential hazards and response procedures for local emergencies.
CONTACT John Bobel
115 Cisco Road
Lexington, KY 40504
PHONE (859) 280-8067
EMAIL jbobel@lexingtonky.gov
WEB fayettelepc.com
Kentucky Client Assistance Program
Helping people with disabilities understand rehabilitation services and their requirements, including Vocational Rehabilitation, Office for the Blind and independent living centers. Assists improving communication with counselors, investigating complaints and with appeals process.
275 East Main Street
Frankfort, KY 40621
PHONE (502) 564-8035
EMAIL vanessa.jones@ky.gov
WEB kycap.ky.gov
Kentucky Department for Aging and Independent Living
Oversees the administration of statewide programs and services on behalf of Kentucky’s elders and individuals with disabilities.
275 East Main Street, 3E-E
Frankfort, KY 40621
PHONE (502) 564-6930
EMAIL DAIL.General@ky.gov
WEB chfs.ky.gov/dail
Kentucky Transitions
Provider of transition assistance and community supports to residents of a nursing facility or ICF/MR choosing to move back into the community. A program of the Cabinet for Health and Family Services grant-funded by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
275 East Main Street, 6W-B
Frankfort, Kentucky 40621
PHONE (502)564-0330
EMAIL tina.hurd@ky.gov
WEB chfs.ky.gov/dms/mfp.htm
Legal Aid of the Bluegrass SHIP Program/Public Benefits Unit
Provides free information, counseling and help with applying for government public benefits to anyone over the age of 60, and disabled persons on Medicare.
300 East Main Street, Suite 110
Lexington, KY 40507
PHONE (866) 516-3051
EMAIL azeek@lablaw.org
WEB lablaw.org/SHIP
LexCall 311
Your one call to City Hall, LexCall 311 is a centralized call center for city services.
CONTACT Pat Tatum
115 Cisco Road
Lexington, KY 40504
PHONE (859) 425-2255
EMAIL ptatum@lexingtonky.gov
WEB lexingtonky.gov/lexcall
Lexington CARES
Social Services, Public Safety and the US Postal Service collaborate to ensure safety and provide peace of mind to Fayette County residents living alone or with special needs. Enroll in one of our programs today.
200 East Main Street, #328
Lexington, KY 40507
PHONE (859) 425-3255 or 311
EMAIL kstambau@lexingtonky.gov
WEB BeReadyLexington.com
Lexington-Fayette Local Emergency Planning Committee
Public-private volunteer group responsible for improving plans for emergency response to incidents related to chemical and hazardous materials. Educates the public about potential hazards and response procedures for local emergencies.
125 Lisle Avenue, Suite 180
Lexington, KY 40511
Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government Division of Emergency Management
Promotes disaster preparedness for individuals, families and businesses in Fayette County by providing printed information on disaster preparedness, emergency kits, severe weather, earthquakes, chemical emergencies and other topics
CONTACT Shelley Bendall
115 Cisco Road
Lexington, KY 40504
PHONE (859) 280-8063
EMAIL sbendall@lexingtonky.gov
WEB bereadylexington.com
Lexington Parks & Recreation
Offering senior adult and therapeutic recreation services.
CONTACT Anessa Snowden
545 North Upper Street
Lexington, KY 40508
PHONE (859) 288-2931
EMAIL asnowden@lexingtonky.gov
WEB lexingtonky.gov/parks
Lexington Senior Centers
A community focal point on aging, where older adults come for services and activities that enhance their dignity, support their independence and encourage involvement in the community.1530 Nicholasville Road
Lexington, KY 40503
EMAIL seniorcenter@lexingtonky.gov
WEB lexingtonky.gov
Senior Services Commission
Social services, public safety agencies and the US Postal Service collaborate to ensure safety and provide peace of mind to Fayette County residents living alone or with special needs.
CONTACT Kristy Stambaugh
200 E. Main Street, Suite 328
Lexington, KY 40507
PHONE (859) 425-3255 or 311
EMAIL kstambau@lexingtonky.gov
WEB BeReadyLexington.com
Social Security Administration
Manages one of the nation’s largest entitlement programs for retirees, the disabled, and survivors, and administers the Supplemental Security Income program which provides financial support to aged, blind or disabled adults and children with limited income and resources.
CONTACT Russ Russell
2241 Buena Vista Road, Suite 110
Lexington, KY 40505
PHONE (866) 530-7754
EMAIL lyman.russell@ssa.gov/a>
WEB socialsecurity.gov