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Benefits in Kentucky

Where to apply and who to call in Kentucky. For services near you, see the Kentucky state page.

Medicaid

Program
Kentucky Medicaid (Kentucky Department for Medicaid Services (applications decided by the Department for Community Based Services, DCBS))
Apply online
kynect.ky.gov
In person
Yes, at a local DCBS office. Applications are not accepted by mail. Find an office
If you get SSI
Kentucky gives Medicaid to people who get SSI without a separate Medicaid application.
If you work
None found. No Medicaid buy-in for working people with disabilities was listed on the Kentucky pages checked.

Medicare Savings Programs and the Medicaid Buy-In also go through this office. How Medicaid works.

Food

Bills and phone

Disability rights agency (free)
Kentucky Protection and Advocacy, (502) 564-2967

Planning forms

Free Kentucky advance directive forms, with instructions: Kentucky forms at CaringInfo. What each form does.

People who help for free

Medicaid details checked October 9, 2026. Disability rights agency from the NDRN member list; forms from CaringInfo. Last reviewed November 9, 2026.

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