Injured in Kentucky?
You're not alone, and help is free. Here are Kentucky's official resources for injured workers — the agency that runs your claim, where to complain, free legal aid, food and 211 help, and retraining.
Kentucky resources
Workers' comp agency
The state office that runs your claim.
Kentucky Department of Workers' Claims (Education and Labor Cabinet)
OpenComplaints & ombudsman
Where to get help or complain when a claim is mishandled.
KY DWC Workers' Compensation Specialists & Ombudsman Services
OpenFree legal aid
Free or low-cost lawyers for people who qualify.
Legal Aid Network of Kentucky
OpenFood & 211 help
Food, housing, utilities, and crisis help near you.
Kentucky 211
OpenVocational rehab
Retraining and help getting back to work.
Kentucky Office of Vocational Rehabilitation
OpenNational help (works anywhere in the USA)
Benefits.gov — find benefits you qualify for
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211.org — food, housing, and crisis help
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Social Security (SSDI & SSI)
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U.S. DOL — Office of Workers' Compensation (federal)
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OSHA — report a workplace hazard or injury
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CareerOneStop — free retraining & job help
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Feeding America — find your local food bank
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HRSA — find a free/low-cost health center
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