Boone County assistance programs

Find information on agencies and charities that can provide help with rent, utility bills, free food, medications, and other forms of financial assistance.

Hope Ministries of Northern Kentucky, which is located in Florence and can be reached at (859) 371-1887, offers various forms of financial assistance low income Boone County residents. In addition to financial assistance, also receive access to a food bank and clothing.

United Ministries, which is located in nearby Erlanger, may be able to offer help to individuals of families who are facing an eviction or disconnection of their utility service. They also a summer fan program, food bank, clothing, and holiday assistance. Call (859) 727-0300

Northern Kentucky Community Action Commission, Inc. covers the entire northern part of the state, and they offer numerous low income services and programs.

• Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) - A federal government program that offers a subsidy to qualified individuals. It in effect will provide a credit or payment to a household’s primary heating source and utility company, including bulk fuel vendors. The energy bill assistance program is available based on the household’s total household income, and no disconnection notice is needed to apply for help.
   
• Free prescription medications - The community action agency may be able to assist qualified low to moderate income clients who have no prescription drug coverage obtain free prescription medications and drugs. Individuals and families with Medicare Part D plans may also be eligible for help. Find other ways to get free prescriptions.