Community & Family Support
Community resources and family support
Food, housing, transportation, financial help, counseling, parenting classes, and youth programs — organized so you can find the right door quickly.
108 resources found
- Health & WellnessTherapy & early intervention
All Kids Can Therapy Services
Physical, occupational, and speech therapy for children with injuries and special needs.
- Service area
- Serves Southern Indiana
- Phone
- (812) 265-8226
- speech therapy
- occupational therapy
- physical therapy
- special needs
- Activities & Recreation
All Star Tumbling
Tumbling, cheerleading, birthday parties, and an indoor bounce house. Contact: Megan Collins.
- Address
- 650 S. Lake Road South, Scottsburg, IN 47170
- Service area
- Serves Scott County
- Phone
- (812) 595-6345
- tumbling
- cheer
- birthday parties
- Schools & EducationLearning resources
American Academy of Pediatrics — PediaLink Courses
Free trainings on child development and disability through PediaLink.
- Service area
- Serves Online
- training
- child development
- disability
- free
- Community ResourcesDirect services
Amick's Laundromat
Self-service coin laundry on Allen Street in Scottsburg, open around the clock, with a wheelchair accessible entrance and parking lot.
- Address
- 912 Allen St., Scottsburg, IN 47170
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days a week
- Service area
- Serves Scott County
- Phone
- (812) 752-9112
- laundry
- laundromat
- coin laundry
- self service
- 24 hour
- Health & WellnessReferral & information
ARC of Indiana
Information, referral, and services for children with disabilities, plus guardianship information.
- Childcare
Austin Christian Preschool
Faith-based preschool program in Austin.
- Address
- 2845 State Road 31, Austin, IN 47102
- Service area
- Serves Scott County
- Phone
- (812) 794-2541
- faith-based
- preschool
- ChildcareEducation
Austin Elementary Preschool Program
School-based preschool program at Austin Elementary (ext. #3).
- Address
- 401 Highway 31, Austin, IN 47102
- Service area
- Serves Scott County School District 1
- Phone
- (812) 794-8743
- school preschool
- Community ResourcesRecreation & activities
Austin Public Library
Computers, free WiFi, computer assistance, eBooks and digital audiobooks, photocopier, fax, microfilm, interlibrary loan, genealogy material, meeting rooms, PLAC cards, newspapers, summer reading program, library instruction, and story hours.
- Address
- 26 Union Ave., Austin, IN 47102
- Hours
- Mon, Wed, Fri 9am-6pm
- Service area
- Serves Scott County
- Phone
- (812) 752-2751
- library
- story hour
- free WiFi
- summer reading
- Activities & RecreationYouth programs
BBBS of South Central Indiana
Big Brothers Big Sisters of South Central Indiana matches children (Littles) who need a positive adult influence with vetted volunteer Bigs.
- Service area
- Serves Scott County and South Central Indiana
- mentoring
- youth programs
- volunteer
- Family SupportDirect services
Benchmark Family Services
Foster placements for youth in need of out-of-home care.
- Address
- 720 N. Gardner, Scottsburg, IN 47170
- Service area
- Serves Scott County
- Phone
- (812) 418-7313
- foster care
- out-of-home care
- Community ResourcesTransportationFeatured
Blue River Services Transit — Scottsburg
Southern Indiana Transit System rides for Scott County residents, including trips to work, medical appointments, school, shopping, and community activities. Rides are scheduled in advance — call (812) 738-1681 or toll-free 1-866-738-1681 to set up a trip and ask about fares. Director: Roland Lemus, (812) 734-1000.
- Service area
- Serves Scott County and surrounding counties
- Phone
- (812) 738-1681
- brrtrdir@brsinc.org
- transportation
- bus
- rides
- medical appointments
- Activities & RecreationYouth programs
Boy Scouts of America — Cub Scout Pack 4023
Lincoln Heritage Council Cub Scout pack meeting at Scottsburg United Methodist Church.
- Address
- 615 S. Honeyrun Parkway, Scottsburg, IN 47170
- Service area
- Serves Scott County
- scouting
- youth programs
- Family SupportSafety & crisis
Boys Town National Hotline
24/7 hotline that treats and cares for abused, abandoned, and neglected kids and supports families in crisis.
- Hours
- 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
- Service area
- Serves Nationwide
- Phone
- (800) 448-3000
- hotline
- crisis
- free
- Activities & RecreationAlso in Health & Wellness
Bree's Blessings
A community art box for kids — art and craft projects for children in the Scottsburg community. Also a source of pediatric cancer resources for families.
- Address
- 68 W. Wardell St., Scottsburg, IN 47170
- Service area
- Serves Scott County
- art
- crafts
- free box
- kids
- pediatric cancer resources
- Childcare
Bright Beginnings Early Learning Academy
Early learning academy at Vienna Baptist Church. Contact: Amy Mullins.
- Address
- 11 West Leota Rd., Scottsburg, IN 47170
- Service area
- Serves Scott County
- Phone
- (812) 752-1510
- licensed provider
- early learning
- ChildcareReferral & informationFeatured
Building Blocks (formerly 4C of Southern Indiana)
Childcare and preschool referral service for Southern Indiana families looking for quality care options.
- Service area
- Serves Southern Indiana
- Phone
- (812) 423-4008
- info@child-care.org
- childcare referral
- preschool
- help finding care
- Family SupportSafety & crisis
CASA of Scott County
Court Appointed Special Advocates recruits, screens, and trains volunteer child advocates who represent the best interests of children in juvenile court proceedings and recommend protective and rehabilitative services.
- Address
- 54 E. McClain, Scottsburg, IN 47170
- Service area
- Serves Scott County
- Phone
- (812) 752-4748
- scottcasa@gmail.com
- child advocacy
- volunteer
- juvenile court
- Schools & EducationLearning resources
CDC Milestone Tracker App
A free app that helps families and caregivers monitor children's developmental milestones from birth to age five and know when to seek further support.
- Service area
- Serves Online
- milestones
- app
- development
- free
- Health & WellnessCounseling
Centerstone Austin
Community-based mental health and substance use program.
- Address
- 45 West Main Street, Austin, IN 47102
- Service area
- Serves Scott County
- Phone
- (877) 467-3123
- mental health
- substance use
- counseling
- Health & WellnessCounseling
Centerstone Scottsburg
Counseling, mental health, and substance use disorder treatment for adults, children, and families — home-based and school-based treatment, group therapy, individual and family treatment, comprehensive assessments, employment services, recovery coaching, and jail services. Also (812) 595-0827.
- Address
- 1092 West Community Way, Scottsburg, IN 47170
- Service area
- Serves Scott County
- Phone
- (877) 467-3123
- mental health
- substance use
- school-based
- recovery
- Family SupportCounseling
Child and Family Advocates
Education, counseling, and advocacy to promote healthy family functioning — co-parent counseling for divorced or separated parents and child support groups. Second floor of the Bacala Center; use the west alleyway door.
- Address
- 69 E. Wardell St., Scottsburg, IN 47170
- Service area
- Serves Scott County
- co-parenting
- support groups
- advocacy
- Community ResourcesFinancial assistanceFeatured
Child Care Assistance (CCDF) — FSSA Carefinder
State child care assistance vouchers and provider search through Indiana FSSA Carefinder.
- Service area
- Serves Indiana
- Eligibility
- Income-eligible families
- CCDF
- childcare vouchers
- help paying for care
- Food & HousingFood assistance
Community Food Boxes, Pantries, Meals, and Access
Free, always-open food boxes are hosted at the locations below across the county. Take what you need, any time.
Locations (22)
- American Martyrs and St. Patrick Catholic Church
270 S. Bond St., Scottsburg - Beechwood Park
550 Smith St., Scottsburg - Bob Ward State Farm Insurance
1672 W. McClain Ave., Scottsburg - Calvary Temple
211 S. Dowling Dr., Austin - Chicago City Pizza
93 S. First St., Scottsburg - Church of the New Covenant
1054 Clay St., Austin - CRADLE Family Resource Center
501 Thomas St., Scottsburg - Dawn Graff
637 First St., Scottsburg - Fairview Christian Church
2028 W. Fairview Rd., Underwood - First Baptist Church
Cherry Street, Scottsburg - First Presbyterian Church
396 W. McClain Ave., Scottsburg - Food 4 R Souls
1054 Clay Street, Austin - Gloria Jean Ulrich
1873 W. Booe Rd., Austin - Lexington Christian Church
2604 Alexander St., Lexington - New Harmony Baptist Church
- Redemption Pentecostal Church of God
33 Wilbur Ave., Austin - Scott County Family YMCA
805 Community Way, Scottsburg - Seventh Day Adventists Church
1155 W. McClain Ave., Scottsburg - Sovereign Grace Baptist Church
649 W. Moonglo Rd., Scottsburg - Stella's Closet
680 N. Gardner St., Scottsburg - Tommy Burns
305 English Ave., Scottsburg - Trinity House of Prayer
653 W. Maple St., Austin
- Hours
- Open 24/7
- Service area
- Serves Scott County
- Eligibility
- Open to everyone — take what you need
- free food
- blessing box
- 24/7
- no paperwork
- American Martyrs and St. Patrick Catholic Church
- Community ResourcesReferral & information
Covering Kids & Families of Scott County
Helps families enroll in Medicaid programs including Hoosier Healthwise, the Healthy Indiana Plan, and Marketplace coverage, and understand how to access, use, and keep their health coverage.
- Address
- 1092 W. Community Way, Scottsburg, IN 47170
- Hours
- Mon-Fri, 8:30am-4:30pm
- Service area
- Serves Scott County
- Phone
- (812) 752-7365
- Medicaid
- health coverage
- enrollment help
- Family SupportDirect servicesFeatured
CRADLE Family Resource Center
Cradle is a community-based family resource center. We provide free resources such as diapers, pull-ups, formula, clothing, hygiene products and other every day necessities. Beyond meeting immediate needs, we walk alongside parents with care, connection, and compassion, to help build stronger, healthier families.
- Address
- 501 Thomas St., Scottsburg, IN 47170
- Service area
- Serves Scott County
- Phone
- (812) 414-2067
- diapers
- clothing
- baby supplies
- formula
- Health & WellnessTherapy & early intervention
Cross River Therapy
ABA therapy and in-home ABA therapy.
- Address
- 792 White Street, Scottsburg, IN 47170
- Service area
- Serves Scott County
- Phone
- (317) 238-3168
- ABA therapy
- autism
- in-home services
- Family SupportSafety & crisis
Department of Child Services — Scott County
Receives reports of child abuse and neglect, investigates and connects families to services from assessment to counseling referrals, plus prevention programs in the county. Report child abuse: (800) 800-5556.
- Address
- 1050 W. Community Way, Scottsburg, IN 47170
- Service area
- Serves Scott County
- Phone
- (812) 752-2503
- child safety
- abuse hotline
- DCS
- prevention
- Activities & Recreation
Diamond Dance Centre
Tap, jazz, ballet, tumbling, musical theatre, and adult classes. Contact: Oletha.
- Address
- 206 S. First St., Scottsburg, IN 47170
- Hours
- Mon-Fri 3-9pm; Sat 8am-2pm
- Service area
- Serves Scott County
- Phone
- (502) 689-0280
- dance
- ballet
- musical theatre
- Schools & EducationLearning resources
Dolly Parton's Imagination Library
Register your child for free books mailed monthly from birth to age five.
- Service area
- Serves Scott County
- Eligibility
- Children birth to age 5
- free books
- literacy
- registration
- Health & WellnessDental & vision
Dr. Black's Eye Associates
Eye exams and vision care for children and adults.
- Address
- 1220 W. McClain Ave., Scottsburg, IN 47170
- Service area
- Serves Scott County
- Phone
- (812) 752-2020
- vision
- eye exams
- glasses
- Activities & Recreation
Evans Martial Arts Academy
Tae Kwon Do and martial arts classes taught by Master Daniel Evans and his black belt team. Small, family-friendly classes where students move at their own pace — call to ask about the youngest group.
- Address
- 926 S. Main St., Scottsburg, IN 47170
- Service area
- Serves Scott County
- Phone
- (812) 752-7753
- martial arts
- tae kwon do
- fitness
- confidence
- Community ResourcesDirect services
Extreme Clean Laundry
Self-service laundry on Cedar Street in Scottsburg, open around the clock every day of the week.
- Address
- 765 Cedar St., Scottsburg, IN 47170
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, daily
- Service area
- Serves Scott County
- laundry
- laundromat
- self service
- 24 hour
- Health & WellnessHealth services
Family Health Centers of Southern Indiana
Family practice, acute care, immunizations, health screenings, gynecology, dental, case management, pregnancy tests, discounted prescription programs, maternal/child health clinic, and chiropractic services.
- Address
- 1319 Duncan Avenue, Jeffersonville, IN 47130
- Service area
- Serves Southern Indiana
- Eligibility
- Sliding scale payments based on family size and income
- Phone
- (812) 283-2308
- fhc@fhcenters.org
- sliding scale
- dental
- primary care
- maternal health
- Health & WellnessHealth services
Family Medical Associates
Family medical practice in Scottsburg.
- Address
- 1428 N. Gardner St., Scottsburg, IN 47170
- Service area
- Serves Scott County
- Phone
- (812) 752-4001
- family medicine
- Food & HousingFood assistance
First Christian Church — Free Community Meal
Free meal on the first Wednesday of each month at 6pm.
- Address
- 255 W. McClain Ave., Scottsburg, IN 47170
- Hours
- First Wednesday of each month, 6pm
- Service area
- Serves Scott County
- free meal
- community dinner
- Childcare
First Christian Scottsburg Christian Preschool
Faith-based preschool, childcare, and after-school care.
- Address
- 201 W. McClain Ave., Scottsburg, IN 47170
- Service area
- Serves Scott County
- Phone
- (812) 752-2110
- faith-based
- preschool
- after-school care
- Health & WellnessTherapy & early interventionFeatured
First Steps Early Intervention Program
Early intervention for children birth to age 3 with or at risk of developmental delays: developmental evaluations, family-developed service plans, developmental therapies, audiology, speech, physical, and occupational therapy.
- Service area
- Serves Southern Indiana
- Eligibility
- Children birth to age 3
- Phone
- (800) 941-2450
- early intervention
- developmental delay
- First Steps
- evaluations
- Activities & RecreationYouth programs
Girl Scouts of Kentuckiana
Girl Scout troops and programs for girls from kindergarten through 12th grade — badges, camping, community projects, and the Girl Scout Cookie Program. Financial assistance is available so cost never keeps a girl from joining.
- Service area
- Serves Scott County and the wider Kentuckiana council
- Phone
- (888) 771-5170
- girl scouts
- scouting
- leadership
- cookies
- troops
- Community ResourcesDirect services
Goodwill Store — Scottsburg
Affordable clothing, shoes, and household goods for the whole family. Shopping and donating here helps Goodwill Central & Southern Indiana fund job training and employment services. Donations accepted during store hours.
- Address
- 543 S. Mansfield Dr., Scottsburg, IN 47170
- Hours
- Mon-Sat 9am-9pm, Sun 11am-7pm
- Service area
- Serves Scott County
- Eligibility
- Open to everyone
- Phone
- (317) 524-4313
- clothing
- thrift
- affordable clothes
- household goods
- donations
- ChildcareAlso in Schools & Education
Grace Christian Academy
Faith-based preschool through 12th grade. Contact: Dana Bracey.
- Address
- 1525 N. Gardner St., Scottsburg, IN 47170
- Service area
- Serves Scott County
- Phone
- (812) 752-5491
- faith-based
- preschool
- Food & HousingFood assistance
Grace Covenant — Breakfast & Food Giveaway
Second Friday of each month, doors open at 8am with a free breakfast and food giveaway.
- Address
- 75 W. Main St., Austin, IN 47102
- Hours
- Second Friday of each month, doors open 8am
- Service area
- Serves Scott County
- free breakfast
- food giveaway
- Health & WellnessHealth services
Health Plus Indiana — Austin
Primary care, mental health, and support services for everyone, regardless of insurance or ability to pay — a sliding fee scale keeps costs low for uninsured patients. Free, confidential HIV, hepatitis C, STI, and pregnancy testing with walk-ins always welcome. Also offers PrEP, Hep C treatment (HEP Connect), medical case management, peer recovery services, and food assistance programs.
Locations (2)
- Austin — Clinic
67 W. Main St., Austin, IN 47102 - Austin — Client Services
127 S. Highway 31, Austin, IN 47102
- Hours
- Mon 8:30am-6:30pm; Tue-Thu 8:30am-4:30pm; Fri 8:30am-12:30pm; closed Sat-Sun
- Service area
- Serves Scott County
- Phone
- (812) 794-5725
- primary care
- free testing
- HIV testing
- Hep C treatment
- sliding scale
- mental health
- peer recovery
- Austin — Clinic
- Family SupportDirect services
Healthy Families — New Hope Services
Free, voluntary home visiting for new and expectant parents: developmental screenings, parenting support, immunization and health reminders, and help setting and reaching family goals. A trained Family Support Specialist visits your home.
- Address
- 1642 W. McClain Ave, Scottsburg, IN 47170
- Hours
- Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm
- Service area
- Serves Scott County
- Phone
- (812) 752-4892
- Healthy Families
- home visiting
- new parents
- parenting support
- Food & HousingFood assistance
Homeless Ministry — First Presbyterian Church
Dinner served every Sunday at 6pm.
- Address
- 396 W. McClain Ave., Scottsburg, IN 47170
- Hours
- Sundays, 6pm
- Service area
- Serves Scott County
- free meal
- homeless ministry
- Food & HousingFood assistance
Hope's Kitchen
Free meals Tuesdays at 6pm and Sundays at 2pm.
- Address
- 485 Mann Ave., Austin, IN 47102
- Hours
- Tuesdays 6pm; Sundays 2pm
- Service area
- Serves Scott County
- free meal
- soup kitchen
- Food & HousingHousing assistance
Houses & Apartments for Rent in Scott County
Browse current houses and apartments for rent in Scottsburg, Austin, and the rest of Scott County. Listings update daily.
- Service area
- Serves Scott County
- houses for rent
- rental search
- apartments
- housing
- Community ResourcesReferral & informationFeatured
Indiana 211
Free, confidential statewide helpline that connects families with food, housing, utility, childcare, and health resources based on their situation.
- Hours
- 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
- Service area
- Serves All of Indiana
- Eligibility
- Open to everyone — no income requirement
- Phone
- 211
- helpline
- referrals
- emergency assistance
- free
- Food & HousingHousing assistance
IndianaHousingNow.org — Housing Search Tool
Free statewide search tool for Indiana apartments and rental homes, including affordable and accessible units.
- Service area
- Serves Indiana
- rental search
- apartments
- housing
- Family SupportSafety & crisis
Jennings Township Fire Department
Fire protection serving Jennings Township.
- Address
- 194 W. Main Street
- Service area
- Serves Jennings Township
- Phone
- (812) 794-3818
- fire department
- emergency
- ChildcareEducation
Johnson Elementary Preschool Program
School-based preschool, Paths to QUALITY Level 3.
- Address
- 4235 State Road 256, Scottsburg, IN 47170
- Service area
- Serves Scott County School District 2
- Phone
- (812) 752-8923
- school preschool
- Paths to QUALITY Level 3
- Health & WellnessDental & vision
Kids Dentistree
Pediatric dental care in Scottsburg.
- Address
- 1602 W. McClain Ave., Scottsburg, IN 47170
- Service area
- Serves Scott County
- Phone
- (812) 414-4101
- dentist
- children
- Schools & EducationLearning resources
LENA Courses
Online courses focused on building rich early language environments for young children.
- Service area
- Serves Online
- early language
- online course
- free
- ChildcareEducation
Lexington Elementary Preschool Program
School-based preschool, Paths to QUALITY Level 3.
- Address
- 7980 Walnut Street, Lexington, IN 47138
- Service area
- Serves Scott County School District 2
- Phone
- (812) 752-8924
- school preschool
- Paths to QUALITY Level 3
- Family SupportSafety & crisis
Lexington Fire Department
Volunteer fire protection serving Lexington and surrounding areas.
- Address
- 8060 E. Main St., Lexington, IN 47138
- Service area
- Serves Lexington area
- Phone
- (812) 889-3034
- fire department
- emergency
- Community ResourcesRecreation & activities
Lexington Public Library
Computers, free WiFi, computer assistance, eBooks and digital audiobooks, photocopier, fax, microfilm, interlibrary loan, genealogy material, meeting rooms, PLAC cards, newspapers, summer reading program, library instruction, and story hours.
- Address
- 2781 Cherry St., Lexington, IN 47138
- Hours
- Mon, Wed, Fri 9am-6pm
- Service area
- Serves Scott County
- Phone
- (812) 752-2751
- library
- story hour
- free WiFi
- summer reading
- Activities & Recreation
Lexington Youth Baseball League
Baseball for boys and girls, ages 2 to 12.
- Service area
- Serves Scott County
- Eligibility
- Ages 2-12
- Phone
- (812) 595-7279
- baseball
- sports
- youth league
- Health & WellnessHealth services
LifeSpring Austin Medical Center
Primary care including infectious disease care, STD testing and immunizations, diagnostic labs, medical screening, voluntary family planning, well-child services, gynecological/prenatal/postpartum care, discounted pharmaceutical program, substance abuse and mental health treatment, health education, nutrition services, and case management.
- Address
- 2277 W. Frontage Rd., Austin, IN 47102
- Hours
- Nurse practitioner Tue/Wed/Thu 8am-7pm
- Service area
- Serves Scott County
- Phone
- (812) 413-3605
- primary care
- well child
- prenatal
- mental health
- Childcare
Lil Treasures Childcare
Licensed childcare and preschool program for Scott County families. Lil Treasures participates in the state food program, serving nutritious meals and snacks to the children in care.
- Address
- 1584 IN 56, Scottsburg, IN 47170
- Service area
- Serves Scott County
- Phone
- (812) 595-6464
- childcare
- licensed
- state food program
- preschool
- Activities & Recreation
Lisa Morgan Dance Studio
Dance classes for children and youth.
- Address
- 765 S. Main St., Scottsburg, IN 47170
- Service area
- Serves Scott County
- Phone
- (812) 752-2192
- dance
- classes
- Community ResourcesJob search & employment
Manpower
Staffing agency placing job seekers in temporary, temp-to-hire, and full-time positions with local manufacturers, warehouses, and offices. Apply online and a recruiter will match you with openings near Scott County.
- Service area
- Serves Southern Indiana
- job search
- staffing agency
- temp work
- hiring
- Community ResourcesDirect services
Moore Bubbles Laundromat
Self-service laundromat in Austin on South Highway 31, open early in the morning for loads before work or school.
- Address
- 220 S. Highway 31, Austin, IN 47102
- Hours
- Mon-Fri 6:30am-6pm, Sat 7:30am-1pm
- Service area
- Serves Scott County
- Phone
- (812) 794-3098
- laundry
- laundromat
- coin laundry
- self service
- Schools & EducationLearning resources
National Center for Families Learning
Free webinars centered on literacy and education for families.
- Service area
- Serves Online
- webinars
- literacy
- family learning
- free
- Family SupportDirect services
National Youth Advocate Program (NYAP)
Home-based casework and therapy, homemaker services, parent assessments and education, visitation, domestic violence survivors program, truancy termination, substance use assessment and treatment, PRIME for Life, resource family services, and family and child preparation.
- Address
- 56 E. McClain Ave, Scottsburg, IN 47170
- Service area
- Serves Scott County
- Phone
- (812) 752-9193
- home-based services
- parent education
- domestic violence
- visitation
- Family SupportDirect services
New Hope Services
Ability Services (supported living, employment services, skills training for people with disabilities), Family Services (WIC, Healthy Families, and more), and Housing & Community Development.
- Address
- 279 N. Gardner, Scottsburg, IN 47170
- Service area
- Serves Scott County
- Phone
- (812) 752-4892
- Healthy Families
- disability services
- housing
- WIC
- Health & WellnessHealth services
Norton Scott Hospital
25-bed critical access hospital, part of the Regional Health Network — a Norton Healthcare and LifePoint Health partnership.
- Address
- 1451 N. Gardner St., Scottsburg, IN 47170
- Service area
- Serves Scott County
- Phone
- (812) 752-3456
- hospital
- emergency
- critical access
- Health & WellnessDirect services
Nurse-Family Partnership Program
Nurse home visiting for first-time moms and their babies, addressing risks of poverty, preterm birth, poor maternal and child health outcomes, school dropout, domestic violence, and child maltreatment. Also nfpclarksville@goodwillindy.org.
- Address
- 1329 Applegate Ln., Clarksville, IN 47129
- Service area
- Serves Scott County and Southern Indiana
- Eligibility
- First-time mothers
- Phone
- (812) 283-7900
- home visiting
- prenatal
- new moms
- Childcare
O.V.O. Scottsburg Head Start Center
Head Start early learning center, Paths to QUALITY Level 3. Fax: (812) 273-5950.
- Address
- 1172 Community Way, Scottsburg, IN 47170
- Service area
- Serves Scott County
- Eligibility
- Income-eligible families with children ages 3-5
- Phone
- (812) 752-7409
- head start
- licensed center
- Paths to QUALITY Level 3
- free
- Community ResourcesFinancial assistance
On My Way Pre-K / Early Ed Connect
Indiana's free Pre-K grant program for income-eligible 4-year-olds, with applications through Early Ed Connect.
- Service area
- Serves Indiana
- Eligibility
- Income-eligible families with 4-year-olds
- Pre-K
- free preschool
- application help
- Community ResourcesFinancial assistance
OVO (Ohio Valley Opportunities)
Utility bill assistance through the Energy Assistance Program, home energy efficiency updates through Weatherization, and rental assistance through the Housing Choice Voucher program. Contact: Angela Spurgeon, ext. 331.
- Address
- 421 Walnut Street, Madison, IN 47250
- Service area
- Serves Scott County and Southern Indiana
- Eligibility
- Income-eligible households
- Phone
- (812) 265-5858
- aspurgeon@ovoinc.org
- utility assistance
- weatherization
- rent help
- Section 8
- Childcare
Patricia Bales Childcare
Licensed child care center serving children 3 months to 12 years.
- Service area
- Serves Scott County
- Eligibility
- 3 months to 12 years
- Phone
- (812) 752-1125
- licensed provider
- infant care
- school age
- Health & WellnessTherapy & early intervention
Rauch, Inc. — First Steps In-Home Program
In-home First Steps early intervention services. Contact: Alicia Barnickle, Director of Children's Services.
- Address
- 2525 Charlestown Road, New Albany, IN 47150
- Service area
- Serves Southern Indiana
- Phone
- (812) 542-3561
- First Steps
- in-home
- early intervention
- Community ResourcesReferral & informationFeatured
River Valley Resources
Nonprofit serving Scott County and southeastern Indiana from its Madison office. Offers CCDF and On My Way Pre-K child care assistance, free adult education (high school equivalency/HSE, English language classes), employment assistance and job search help, tuition-free workforce training, FAFSA help, career coaching, and financial and digital literacy. Some programs require eligibility screening.
- Address
- 100 E. Second Street, Madison, IN 47250
- Service area
- Serves 12 southeastern Indiana counties, including Scott County
- Eligibility
- Most services are free — some require eligibility screening
- Phone
- (812) 265-2652
- job search
- adult education
- HSE
- GED
- workforce training
- FAFSA
- childcare assistance
- ChildcareFinancial assistanceFeatured
River Valley Resources — CCDF & On My Way Pre-K intake
Scott County's local intake office for CCDF child care vouchers and On My Way Pre-K grants. Families in Scott, Jackson, Jefferson, and nearby counties apply through River Valley Resources in Madison. Call or visit their website for forms and application help.
- Address
- 100 E. Second Street, Suite E, Madison, IN 47250
- Service area
- Serves Scott, Clark, Decatur, Floyd, Harrison, Jackson, Jefferson, Ohio, Ripley, Switzerland, and Washington counties
- Eligibility
- Income-eligible families
- Phone
- (812) 273-9270
- CCDF
- childcare vouchers
- On My Way Pre-K
- help paying for care
- application help
- Food & HousingFood assistance
ROCK Shelter House Food Giveaway
First Thursday of each month, doors open at 8am and food giveaway begins at 10am until supplies run out.
- Address
- 750 S. Gardner St., Scottsburg, IN 47170
- Hours
- First Thursday of each month, 8am; food at 10am
- Service area
- Serves Scott County
- food giveaway
- pantry
- Health & WellnessHealth services
Schneck Family Care — Scottsburg
Family medicine, chronic disease management, urgent care, occupational medicine, school and sports physicals, with onsite lab draw and x-ray.
- Address
- 1366 N. Gardner St., Suite 140, Scottsburg, IN 47170
- Hours
- Mon-Fri 8am-5pm; Sat 8am-noon
- Service area
- Serves Scott County
- Phone
- (812) 752-7444
- urgent care
- sports physicals
- family medicine
- Activities & RecreationYouth programs
Scott County 4-H (Purdue Extension)
Mini 4-H for kindergarten through 2nd grade and 4-H for grades 3-12 — clubs, hands-on projects, leadership, and the Scott County Fair. Enrollment opens October 1 at 4HOnline.com, and the office will help you sign up.
- Address
- 1 E. McClain Ave., Suite G-30, Scottsburg, IN 47170
- Hours
- Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm
- Service area
- Serves Scott County
- Eligibility
- Mini 4-H: K-2nd grade. 4-H: grades 3-12.
- Phone
- (812) 752-8450
- scottces@purdue.edu
- 4-h
- mini 4-h
- purdue extension
- clubs
- county fair
- Food & HousingFood assistance
Scott County Community Clearinghouse
Food pantry and emergency assistance. Must have proof of address and complete paperwork in person before receiving services. Closed Tuesdays and Fridays.
- Address
- 1050 W. Community Way, Scottsburg, IN 47170
- Hours
- Mon & Wed 9am-1pm; Thu 9am-12pm and 5-7pm
- Service area
- Serves Scott County
- Eligibility
- Proof of address and in-person paperwork required
- Phone
- (812) 752-0123
- food pantry
- emergency assistance
- Community ResourcesReferral & information
Scott County Community Foundation
A charitable foundation supporting Scott County through grants, scholarships, youth programs, and community initiatives — and home of the free Scott County Community Guide.
- Address
- P.O. Box 2560, Scottsburg, IN 47170
- Hours
- Mon-Fri 9am-4pm
- Service area
- Serves Scott County
- Phone
- (812) 752-2057
- grants
- scholarships
- philanthropy
- community foundation
- Community ResourcesReferral & information
Scott County Community Guide
A community resource guide hosted by the Scott County Community Foundation. This free PDF directory lists local programs and services for Scott County families — children & youth, daycares & preschools, food assistance, health and behavioral health, transportation, senior services, and more.
- Address
- P.O. Box 2560, Scottsburg, IN 47170
- Hours
- Mon-Fri 9am-4pm
- Service area
- Serves Scott County
- Phone
- (812) 752-2057
- resource guide
- community directory
- Scott County Community Foundation
- Community ResourcesFinancial assistance
Scott County Division of Family Resources
Apply for Medicaid and food stamps (SNAP).
- Address
- 565 S. Lake Road S, Scottsburg, IN 47170
- Hours
- Mon-Fri, 8am-4:30pm
- Service area
- Serves Scott County
- Phone
- (800) 403-0864
- SNAP
- Medicaid
- benefits
- Health & WellnessHealth services
Scott County Health Department
Immunizations, vital records, food establishment inspections and permits, and soil and water testing.
- Address
- 1296 N. Gardner St., Scottsburg, IN 47170
- Service area
- Serves Scott County
- Phone
- (812) 752-8455
- immunizations
- vital records
- public health
- Community ResourcesReferral & informationFeatured
Scott County Partnership
Collaborative of business leaders, educators, civic leaders, the faith community, and social services working together to create new systems and address long-term community challenges.
- Address
- 1092 Community Way, Scottsburg, IN 47170
- Hours
- Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm
- Service area
- Serves Scott County
- Phone
- (812) 752-6365
- collaboration
- community development
- SEED
- Schools & EducationEducation
Scott County School District 1 (Austin)
Public district serving Austin Elementary, Middle, and High School, with a preschool program and a community food pantry open twice monthly.
- Service area
- Serves Austin attendance area
- public school
- district
- preschool
- K-12
- Food & HousingFood assistance
Scott County School District 1 Food Pantry
Open to the public every second and fourth Friday of the month, 3:30-5:30pm. Pick up on the east side of Austin High School.
- Hours
- 2nd & 4th Friday, 3:30-5:30pm
- Service area
- Serves Scott County
- food pantry
- school pantry
- Schools & EducationEducation
Scott County School District 2 (Scottsburg)
Public district serving Scottsburg, Johnson, Lexington, and Vienna-Finley elementary schools plus middle and high school, with Paths to QUALITY preschool classrooms and the Warrior Food Pantry.
- Service area
- Serves Scottsburg, Lexington, and surrounding townships
- public school
- district
- preschool
- K-12
- Food & HousingFood assistance
Scott County School District 2 Warrior Food Pantry
Drive-up, no-touch food distribution for students and families of Scott County School District 2 at Scottsburg High School on the third Wednesday of each month, 3:15-4pm. Bring student or staff ID. Open during the school year and may be open during summer months.
- Hours
- Third Wednesday of each month, 3:15-4pm
- Service area
- Serves Scott County School District 2
- Eligibility
- Student or staff ID required
- food pantry
- school pantry
- drive-up
- Family SupportSafety & crisis
Scott County Sheriff's Office
Inmate roster, crime tips, alerts, warrants, and sex offender registry. Safe Exchange Zone monitored by cameras 24/7 in the parking lot west of the Sheriff's Department — usable for child custody exchanges and buyer/seller meetups.
- Address
- 111 S. First St., Scottsburg, IN 47170
- Service area
- Serves Scott County
- Phone
- (812) 752-8400
- law enforcement
- safe exchange zone
- custody exchange
- Health & WellnessHealth servicesFeatured
Scott County WIC Program
Nutrition and health screening, nutrition education and counseling, breastfeeding education and support, referrals to Indiana health and social services, and supplemental healthy foods.
- Address
- 1642 West McClain Ave, Scottsburg, IN 47170
- Service area
- Serves Scott County
- Eligibility
- Pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding women; infants and children under 5
- Phone
- (812) 752-6474
- WIC
- nutrition
- breastfeeding
- healthy foods
- Activities & RecreationYouth programs
Scott County Young Marines
A youth leadership and character program in Scottsburg for boys and girls from age 8 through high school graduation — fitness, leadership schools, camping, the color guard, and community service in a drug-free environment.
- Service area
- Serves Scott County
- Eligibility
- Ages 8 through high school graduation
- leadership
- mentorship
- community service
- drug-free
- youth program
- Activities & Recreation
Scott County Youth League
County-wide baseball and softball from T-ball through 12U, with games at Linza Graham Park in Scottsburg, Crothersville Countryside Park, Austin Community Park, and Rosalind English Memorial Park in Lexington. Online registration opens in February.
- Service area
- Serves Scott County
- Eligibility
- T-ball through 12U
- baseball
- softball
- t-ball
- sports league
- coaching
- ChildcareEducation
Scottsburg Elementary Preschool Program
School-based preschool, Paths to QUALITY Level 3.
- Address
- 49 N. Hyland St., Scottsburg, IN 47170
- Service area
- Serves Scott County School District 2
- Phone
- (812) 752-8922
- school preschool
- Paths to QUALITY Level 3
- Family SupportSafety & crisis
Scottsburg Fire & Rescue
Station 1 is home to the Scottsburg Fire Department Museum, reflecting on over 100 years of firefighting in Scott County with displays of fire gear, radio equipment, and tools — open during weekday business hours or by appointment. Station 2: 188 S. Railroad St. Chief James Richey.
- Address
- 185 S. Lake Road N, Scottsburg, IN 47170
- Service area
- Serves Scottsburg
- Phone
- (812) 752-7287
- fire department
- museum
- emergency
- Community ResourcesRecreation & activities
Scottsburg Public Library
Computers, free WiFi, computer assistance, eBooks and digital audiobooks, photocopier, fax, microfilm, interlibrary loan, genealogy material, meeting rooms, PLAC cards, newspapers, summer reading program, library instruction, and story hours.
- Address
- 108 S. Main St., Scottsburg, IN 47170
- Hours
- Mon & Thu 9am-8pm; Tue, Wed, Fri 9am-6pm; Sat 9am-5pm
- Service area
- Serves Scott County
- Phone
- (812) 752-2751
- library
- story hour
- free WiFi
- summer reading
- Schools & EducationLearning resources
SEED Facebook Page
Follow the SEED Facebook page for updates on happenings in Scott County.
- Service area
- Serves Scott County
- updates
- community news
- social media
- Community ResourcesDirect services
SEIRD Scott County Reuse Center
Free clothing available to the community.
- Address
- 4689 Double or Nothing Road, Scottsburg, IN 47170
- Hours
- Tue & Thu 9am-3pm; Sat 8am-noon
- Service area
- Serves Scott County
- free clothing
- reuse
- Community ResourcesDirect services
Shared Blessings — Kimberlin Creek Baptist Church
Free clothing for families.
- Address
- 4756 E SR 356, Scottsburg, IN 47170
- Service area
- Serves Scott County
- Phone
- (812) 889-2428
- free clothing
- faith-based
- Health & WellnessHealth services
St. Luke's Medical Ministry
Full-scope family medicine rural health clinic.
- Address
- 1441 N. Gardner St., Scottsburg, IN 47170
- Hours
- Mon-Fri, 7am-5pm
- Service area
- Serves Scott County
- Phone
- (812) 752-4055
- family medicine
- rural health clinic
- Community ResourcesDirect services
Stella's Closet
Scottsburg thrift store with clothing for everyone and all ages — children's, women's, men's, and plus — plus shoes, furniture, dishes, books, toys, and games. Inventory changes daily. Also hosts a 24/7 community food box.
- Address
- 680 N. Gardner St., Scottsburg, IN 47170
- Hours
- Mon-Fri 9am-5pm, Sat 9am-4pm, closed Sun
- Service area
- Serves Scott County
- Eligibility
- Open to everyone
- Phone
- (812) 752-4080
- clothing
- thrift
- affordable clothes
- kids clothes
- household goods
- Health & WellnessCounseling
Still Water Individual and Family Services
Child and adolescent therapy, individual counseling, family therapy, and group counseling — affordable mental health and chemical dependency treatment. Contact: Joan Terry.
- Address
- 183 E. McClain Ave., Scottsburg, IN 47170
- Service area
- Serves Scott County
- Phone
- (812) 414-2331
- therapy
- family counseling
- chemical dependency
- Schools & EducationLearning resources
StoryWalks in Scott County
Outdoor story trails featuring books and activities to complete with your children. Locations include Spicertown Community Park, Manaugh Community Park, the Scott County Courthouse, and Austin Community Park.
- Service area
- Serves Scott County
- literacy
- outdoor activity
- free
- Community ResourcesFinancial assistance
TANF — Temporary Assistance for Needy Families
Cash assistance program for low-income families through Indiana FSSA DFR.
- Service area
- Serves Indiana
- Eligibility
- Income-eligible families with children
- cash assistance
- TANF
- benefits
- Childcare
Tiny Treasures
Local childcare program serving Scott County families. Contact: Carol Vandervort.
- Address
- 582 E. State Road 56, Scottsburg, IN 47170
- Service area
- Serves Scott County
- Phone
- (812) 595-9299
- childcare
- Community ResourcesDirect services
Tub Club Laundry Mat
Coin laundry on North Gardner Street in Scottsburg for wash-and-dry loads.
- Address
- 943 N. Gardner St., Scottsburg, IN 47170
- Service area
- Serves Scott County
- Phone
- (812) 752-9694
- laundry
- laundromat
- coin laundry
- self service
- ChildcareEducation
Vienna-Finley Elementary Preschool Program
School-based preschool, Paths to QUALITY Level 1.
- Address
- 445 E. Ivan Rogers Drive, Scottsburg, IN 47170
- Service area
- Serves Scott County School District 2
- Phone
- (812) 752-8925
- school preschool
- Paths to QUALITY Level 1
- Health & WellnessDental & vision
VisionFirst Eye Care — Scottsburg
Eye exams, glasses, and contact lenses for all ages. Also checks for eye disease and provides care before and after eye surgery.
- Address
- 279 N. Gardner St., Ste. 2, Scottsburg, IN 47170
- Hours
- Mon-Fri 9am-6pm; closed Sat-Sun
- Service area
- Serves Scott County
- Phone
- (812) 752-5106
- vision
- eye exams
- glasses
- contact lenses
- vision first eye associates
- Health & WellnessHealth services
Well Care Community Health — Foundations Family Medicine
Care for the entire family from birth through all ages. Walk-ins welcome every day until 4pm.
- Address
- 25 W. Main St., Austin, IN 47102
- Hours
- Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm
- Service area
- Serves Scott County
- Phone
- (812) 794-8100
- family medicine
- walk-in
- pediatric care
- foundations family medicine
- Community ResourcesJob search & employmentFeatured
WorkOne Southern Indiana
Free help finding a job: job listings, résumé and interview coaching, skills assessments, training and certification funding, and connections to local employers. Ask for Jenni Brown for help getting started in Scott County.
- Service area
- Serves Southern Indiana
- job search
- WorkOne
- Jenni Brown
- resume help
- training
- Childcare
YMCA Preschool Program
Preschool program at the Scott County Family YMCA.
- Address
- 805 W. Community Way, Scottsburg, IN 47170
- Service area
- Serves Scott County
- childcare@scfy.org
- preschool
- licensed center
- YMCA
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Community updates
Events, program openings, and newly added resources across Scott County.
- EventOctober 10, 2026
Scottsburg Funfest
A full day at Beechwood Park in Scottsburg, 10am-8pm, with vendors, music, games, the Hardy Lake Birds of Prey Show, and more.
See details on Facebook - EventOctober 17, 2026
Pigs in Pampers
CRADLE's diaper drive for local families. Visit CRADLE's website for drop-off locations, times, and how to donate.
See details at CRADLE - EventOctober 31, 2026
Community Baby Shower
Hosted by the Scott County Health Department. Visit their Facebook page for the time, location, and how to take part.
See details on Facebook
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