Community Resources
Contact or visit one of our offices to receive information on local resources.
Bullitt CountyMon-Fri: 8am - 4:30pm
214 Frank E. Simon Shepherdsville KY 40165 502-543-4077 |
Shelby CountyMon-Fri: 8am - 4:30pm
207 Washington Street Shelbyville KY 40065 502-633-2218 |
Spencer CountyMon-Fri: 8am - 4:30pm
44 Creekside Drive Taylorsville KY 40071 (502) 477-8296 |
Health
Staff can assist clients with applications to the Kentucky Prescription Assistance Program, eye exams and prescription eyewear. Please contact your local MPCAA office for more information.
If you have a loved one that needs an exterior wheelchair accessible ramp built at their home, you may contact the Shelby County office. **This program is only available in Shelby County.**
If you have a loved one that needs an exterior wheelchair accessible ramp built at their home, you may contact the Shelby County office. **This program is only available in Shelby County.**
Food
Food boxes are provided on a monthly basis to eligible senior citizens over the age of 60 in Bullitt and Spencer Counties.
Fresh produce is provided in Spencer county weekly.
Spencer County distributes Temporary Food Assistance Program Food Boxes monthly. Call 502-477-8296 for distribution dates.
Emergency Food Boxes are distributed throughout the month in Spencer County. You can receive four (4) Emergency Food Boxes in a fiscal year. (July 1-June 30)
Fresh produce is provided in Spencer county weekly.
Spencer County distributes Temporary Food Assistance Program Food Boxes monthly. Call 502-477-8296 for distribution dates.
Emergency Food Boxes are distributed throughout the month in Spencer County. You can receive four (4) Emergency Food Boxes in a fiscal year. (July 1-June 30)
Low Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP)
Beginning January 10, 2022 we will be accepting applications for the new Low Income Home Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP). Applications will be accepted through June 1, 2022, or until designated funds are depleted on a first-come, first-serve basis. This is an income based program, applicants must be at or below the 150% federal poverty guidelines.
The Subsidy Component does NOT require a disconnect notice. To apply for Subsidy, you must bring the below documents along with a copy of your water/wastewater bill. Eligible households can apply for a one-time water service benefit ranging from $300 to $400 depending on income level, housing category, and water service benefit type.
For the Crisis Component you must have a late or disconnect notice or be disconnected. Applicants must provide at least one of the following: a disconnect/past due notice, disconnection notice, or an eviction notice for non-payment of rent (if water service cost is included in your rent). Benefits are paid directly to household’s water service vendor. Benefits offered through the Crisis component are limited to the minimum to alleviate the crisis not to exceed $800. Households can reapply each time they experience a crisis until they have reached their maximum benefits.
All applicants will be required to supply the following documentation at the time of application:
The Subsidy Component does NOT require a disconnect notice. To apply for Subsidy, you must bring the below documents along with a copy of your water/wastewater bill. Eligible households can apply for a one-time water service benefit ranging from $300 to $400 depending on income level, housing category, and water service benefit type.
For the Crisis Component you must have a late or disconnect notice or be disconnected. Applicants must provide at least one of the following: a disconnect/past due notice, disconnection notice, or an eviction notice for non-payment of rent (if water service cost is included in your rent). Benefits are paid directly to household’s water service vendor. Benefits offered through the Crisis component are limited to the minimum to alleviate the crisis not to exceed $800. Households can reapply each time they experience a crisis until they have reached their maximum benefits.
All applicants will be required to supply the following documentation at the time of application:
- Proof of Social Security Number or Permanent Residence card (Green Card) for each member of the household.
- Proof of all household’s (all members) income from the preceding month.
- Most current water service bill (water and/or wastewater), including account number and name on account, statement from your landlord if water service expenses are included in your rent, statement from utility company if you participate in a Pre-Pay Program.
LIHEAP
Effective January 10, 2022 we will begin operating the Crisis Component of LIHEAP. This program may run through March 31, 2022 unless all funding is expended earlier than that date. In order to be eligible you must be at least one (1) day late on your bill or have a disconnect notice. Please make your appointment through our on line scheduler at http://mpcaa.itfrontdesk.com or our automated phone scheduler at 1-502-317-0120. See below for some general information about the program.
Participants must meet income guidelines and be the responsible party for their utility expenses. You will be required to bring social security cards or permanent residence cards (green card) for everyone who lives in the household, the copy of the disconnect or late notice utility bill and the prior months income (If you apply in January, you need December's proof of income) for everyone over 18 in the household in order to apply for services.
You are eligible to receive assistance for your electric, gas or propane bill. You will need to choose which heating source that you are seeking Crisis funding. For propane you need a letter from your propane vendor indicating that your account is in good standing.
Participants must meet income guidelines and be the responsible party for their utility expenses. You will be required to bring social security cards or permanent residence cards (green card) for everyone who lives in the household, the copy of the disconnect or late notice utility bill and the prior months income (If you apply in January, you need December's proof of income) for everyone over 18 in the household in order to apply for services.
You are eligible to receive assistance for your electric, gas or propane bill. You will need to choose which heating source that you are seeking Crisis funding. For propane you need a letter from your propane vendor indicating that your account is in good standing.
The Weatherization Assistance Program reduces energy waste, lowers utility costs and ensures the health and safety of residents across Kentucky. Professionally trained and insured technicians and crews will perform Weatherization services on your home at no cost to you. Multi-Purpose Community Action Agency provides Weatherization Services for homes located in Bullitt, Shelby, Spencer and Jefferson Counties of Kentucky.
Eligibility Qualifying for the Weatherization Program is based on household income up to 200% of the current federal poverty income guidelines. Homeowners and renters may be eligible, and can include single family homes, multi-family homes and mobile homes. To Apply To apply, please contact the office in the county you reside in: Bullitt County – 502-543-4077 Shelby County – 502-633-2218 Spencer County – 502-477-8296 Jefferson County – 502-574-5050 or 502-475-0635 Multi-Purpose Community Action Agency is contracted by Kentucky Housing Corporation to provide Weatherization Services on homes in the following Counties: Bullitt, Shelby, Spencer and Jefferson. We are currently seeking licensed and insured contractors to perform HVAC and Weatherization/ Health and Safety Measures on our clients’ homes. Please click on button below to find out more information or call 502-475-0635. We made the news! - Wave3MPCAA's Weatherization Program is helping families heat their homes without cost. Click here for the story.
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Benefits Can Include
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Community WinterHelp |
**Bullitt County only**
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Community Winterhelp is a 501(c)3 charitable organization composed of agencies in the metropolitan Louisville area. Founded in 1983, its mission is to assist low income families with utility bill assistance during the winter months (January through April) to assure that families have heat in their home. In partnership with LG&E, Community Winterhelp funding is comprised of donations from LG&E customers. LG&E provides a 25% to 100% donation match per dollar donation from LG&E customers made throughout the year.
WinterCare |
Shelby, Spencer and Bullitt counties
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The WinterCare Fund was established in Kentucky in 1983 when local Community Action Agencies and Utility Companies partnered to address the needs of low-income Kentuckians. The program is targeted to people who are not eligible through other heating assistance programs and have demonstrated financial need. Currently 31 utilities and 22 Community Action Agencies serving 119 of the state’s 120 counties participate in WinterCare, which is managed by the Community Action Council for Lexington-Fayette, Bourbon, Harrison and Nickolas Counties and administered by community action agencies.
Louisville Water Company |
**Bullitt County only**
Funding is being provided by Louisville Water Foundation. |
The program will provide a maximum benefit of $200 per client.
Eligibility requirements:
Eligibility requirements:
- Applies to Louisville Water residential customers residing in Bullitt County.
- Household income must be at or below 200% of the federal poverty guidelines.
- Applicants must be in danger of disconnection or have been disconnected.
- Applicants are eligible for one benefit per 12 month period.
