Commonwealth of Kentucky Commonwealth Council on Developmental Disabilities

Commonwealth Council on Developmental Disabilities

State Resources

Adanta MH/MR Board Kentucky Community Mental Health Centers
130 Southern School Road
Somerset, KY
Tel: (606) 679-4782
Tel2: 1-800-954-4782

Counties Served: AdairBarrenCaseyClintonCumberlandGreenMcCrearyPulaskiRussellTaylorWayneCounty
Adanta is charged with serving the mental health, substance abuse and intellectual and developmental disability needs of individuals within Adair, Casey, Clinton, Cumberland, Green, McCreary, Pulaski, Russell, Taylor and Wayne Counties. First opening our doors in 1967 with a small office in Pulaski County, the agency has since expanded to serve the other counties in our region to include: Adair, Casey, Clinton, Cumberland, Green, McCreary, Pulaski, Russell, Taylor and Wayne. Most recently, we also began offering services at an outpatient clinic located in Barren County.
State Resources
Associates in Pediatric Therapy
90 Howard Drive
Shelbyville, KY
Tel: (502) 633-1007
Tel2: (859) 899-2022

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
APT’s unique appeal is that it offers a family approach with multiple pediatric services including Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, Physical Therapy, Developmental Intervention and Audiology to the patient and family in a team approach. APT strives to provide therapy in a variety of locations that are appealing to the patient and family. Offices are located throughout Kentucky. Please visit website for all locations and contact numbers.
Medical and Therapy
Epilepsy Council of Greater Cincinnati
895 Central Ave.
Suite 550
Cincinnati, KY
Tel: (513) 721-2905
Tel2: (877) 804-2241

Counties Served: BooneBrackenCampbellGallatinGrantKentonPendletonCounty
Providing unique, person-centered services that help you overcome the challenges of living with seizures. From our support groups to art therapy, individual counseling, school support, community education, camps, group homes and much more; we are here to help! Please call our office at 877-804-2241 to talk about our local programs and services.
Epilepsy
360 Mental Health Services
1517 Nicholasville Rd.
Suite 302
Lexington, KY
Tel: (859) 948-9471

Counties Served: ClarkFayetteJessamineScottWoodfordCounty
Dr. Tim Houchin is one of only approximately 200 physicians triple-board certified in child/adolescent psychiatry, general psychiatry and forensic psychiatry. He believes in a holistic, 360-degree approach to evaluating and treating both children and adults.
Medical and Therapy
4 Paws for Ability

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
4 Paws for Ability is a non-profit organization that breeds, raises, trains, and places service dogs with children and veterans who have disabilities. Founded by Karen Shirk in 1998, the organization has grown from a one-bedroom apartment to a purpose-built campus in Xenia, OH with more than sixty staff members and thousands of volunteers. University of Kentucky Organization www.facebook.com/4PawsatUK
Service Dogs
Academy for Individual Excellence
3101 Bluebird Lane,
Louisville, KY
Tel: (502) 267-6187

Counties Served: JeffersonCounty
Academy for Individual Excellence
Schools
Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Waiver
275 E. Main St
6W-B
Frankfort,, KY
Tel: (866) 878-2626
Tel2: (502) 564-5198
County
This program is designed to provide intensive services and support to adults with acquired brain injuries as they work to re-enter community life.
State Resources
Adoption Support for Kentucky
UK College of Social Work,
619 Patterson Office Tower
Lexington , KY
Tel: (859) 257-6650
Tel2: (888)-44-ASKKY

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
Adoption Support for Kentucky (ASK) is an award-winning program that utilizes innovative training modalities and inclusive support group practices to meet the needs of foster, adoptive, relative, and fictive-kin caregivers throughout the Commonwealth.
Adoption and Fostering
Allegro Dance Project
Lexington, KY
Tel: (715) 252-6137

Counties Served: FayetteCounty
Based in Lexington, Allegro Dance Project is a non-profit contemporary dance company specializing in Inclusive dance outreach for children with Down syndrome, Autism Spectrum Disorder and other specific needs.
The Arts
Alter UR Ego
P.O. Box 56,
Farmers, KY

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
Adaptable clothing for people in wheelchairs to be fashionable and functional. For kids, teens and plus sizes.
Miscellaneous
Arts for All Kentucky
P.O. Box 3320
Bowling Green, KY
Tel: (270) 792-0023

Counties Served: WarrenCounty
Non-profit organization dedicated to providing inclusive arts and education programs for children, youth and adults with disabilities, in addition to professional development for artists and teachers in schools and communities statewide. Offers an under-served population equal opportunity to explore the arts in a way that is fully accessible. Through participatory involvement with trained professionals and volunteers, people with disabilities learn new creative and social skills that open doors to new opportunities.
The Arts
As You Are

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
As You Are is a virtual clinic for autism diagnostic evaluations for kids ages 16 months to 10 years old. Diagnostic evaluations are conducted by a team of physicians via telehealth appointments.
Autism
Ashland Arc
Ashland, KY
Tel: (606) 694-1797
Contact: Toni Mullins

Counties Served: BoydCounty
Local Chapter
General
Autism Society of Greater Cincinnati
P.O. Box 75
Milford, KY
Tel: (513) 561-2300

Counties Served: BooneCampbellKentonCounty
ASGC works to promote awareness and education about autism. ASGC provides information packets, support groups for families and individuals, newsletters and public speakers.
Autism
Autism Society of Kentuckiana
P.O. Box 21895
Louisville,, KY
Tel: (502) 263-5708
Contact: Rebecca Thompson

Counties Served: BullittHardinJeffersonOldhamShelbySpencerCounty
ASK is a non-profit organization serving Greater Louisville and Southern Indiana that provides support for families affected by Autism Spectrum Disorders. ASK provides resources and education for families and individuals through our monthly support meetings, workshops and social events.
Autism
Autism Society of the Bluegrass
P. O. Box 24212
Lexington, KY
Contact: Sara Spragens

Counties Served: FayetteJessamineMadisonScottWoodfordCounty
Established in 1991 and a chapter of the Autism Society of America, ASBG is an all-volunteer group of families, caregivers and self-advocates. The mission is to provide community, education, advocacy and support to those impacted by Autism Spectrum Disorder. ASBG hosts monthly meetings with speakers on a wide variety of topics related to autism. It also operates a discussion board and is active on social media. Everyone, including individuals, families, educators, therapists and healthcare providers, are welcome to participate.
Autism
Barren County Arc

Contact: Allison Curasi

Counties Served: BarrenCounty
Local Chapter
General
Barren River District Point of Entry Kentucky Early Intervention System
P.O. Box 6499
380 Suwannee Trail
Bowling Green, , KY
Tel: (270) 901-5749
Tel2: (800) 643-6233

Counties Served: AllenBarrenButlerEdmonsonHartLoganMetcalfeMonroeSimpsonWarrenCounty
Kentucky Early Intervention System is available in all Kentucky counties. Services are available to any child and family who meet developmental eligibility criteria, regardless of income. Participation in Kentucky Early Intervention System is voluntary. Referrals are directed to teams at the district local point of entry (POE) offices. Counties served: Allen, Barren, Butler, Edmonson, Hart, Logan, Metcalfe, Monroe, Simpson, Warren
State Resources
Benchmark Family Services
160 Burt Road,
Lexington, KY
Tel: (859) 899-9515

Counties Served: AdairBooneDaviessEstillFayetteFloydHardinHopkinsJeffersonKnoxLaurelMadisonOwenPerryPulaskiRowanWarrenWhitleyCounty
Therapeutic Foster Care, Kentucky Administrative Office Provides quality out-of-home placements for youth in need by working with referring agencies to guarantee the support, treatment and care they deserve. Serves children with emotional, mental and physical disabilities along with youth who have been severely neglected or abused. Therapeutic services include training of foster families. Benchmark Family Services has offices in Berea, Bowling Green, Columbia, Corbin, Elizabethtown, Florence, Hazard, Irvine, Lexington, London, Louisville, Madisonville, Morehead, Owensboro, Owenton, Prestonsburg and Somerset.
Adoption and Fostering
Best Buddies Kentucky
3044 Bardstown Road
Suite 1274
Louisville, KY
Tel: (502) 536-7876
County
Best Buddies Kentucky, founded in 2009, is dedicated to establishing a volunteer movement that creates opportunities for one-to-one friendships, integrated employment, leadership development, and inclusive living for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
General
Best Point (Formerly Children’s Home of Cincinnati)
5050 Madison Road
Cincinnati, KY
Tel: (513) 272-2800
County
Best Point is a private, non-profit social service agency that improves the lives of children and their families through services in four areas: adoption, early childhood, education and mental health. Best Point serves children of all ages and their families, including adoptive children, new parents needing support and guidance, children with special education needs, and children with mental health diagnoses.
General
Best Point (Formerly Children’s Home of Cincinnati)
5050 Madison Road
Cincinnati, KY
Tel: (513) 272-2800
Tel2: (513) 808-9632

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
Best Point is a private, non-profit social service agency that improves the lives of children and their families through services in four areas: adoption, early childhood, education and mental health. Best Point serves children of all ages and their families, including adoptive children, new parents needing support and guidance, children with special education needs, and children with mental health diagnoses.
Adoption and Fostering
Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Greater Cincinnati
2400 Reading Road
Suite 148
Cincinnati, KY
Tel: (513) 421-4120

Counties Served: BooneCampbellGrantKentonPendletonCounty
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Cincinnati is an affiliate of the oldest, most respected mentoring organization in the US. We are a mission driven, performance based organization that is professionally managed and provides high quality 1-to-1 mentoring services to more than 1,000 children and their families on an annual basis across 13 counties in Ohio, Kentucky & Indiana.
General
Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Kentuckiana
1519 Gardiner Lane
Louisville, KY
Tel: (877) 588-2300

Counties Served: BullittGraysonHardinJeffersonNelsonOldhamShelbyCounty
For more than 100 years, Big Brothers Big Sisters has operated under the belief that inherent in every child is the ability to succeed and thrive in life. As the nation’s largest donor and volunteer-supported mentoring network, Big Brothers Big Sisters makes meaningful, monitored matches between adult volunteers (“Bigs”) and children (“Littles”), ages 6 through 18, in communities across the country. BBBS develops positive relationships that have a direct and lasting effect on the lives of young people in Kentucky.
General
Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Trisate Are
1505 Carter Ave
Suite 301
Ashland, KY
Tel: 606) 329-8799

Counties Served: BoydCarterGreenupCounty
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Tri-State is one of the over 350 affiliates of Big Brothers Big Sisters of America. For over 100 years Big Brothers Big Sisters of America has helped children realize their potential and build their futures. Collectively BBBS of America agencies are the largest donor- and volunteer-supported mentoring network in the country and we make and support one on one matches between adult volunteers ("Bigs") and children/youth ("Littles".) Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Tri-State is almost 50 years strong and we serve 9 counties in WV, KY, and OH; Cabell, Wayne, Mason, Putnam, and Kanawha Counties in WV; Boyd, Carter and Greenup in KY, and Lawrence County, Ohio.
General
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bluegrass
181 Lowry Lane
Suite 150
Lexington , KY
Tel: (859) 231-8181

Counties Served: AndersonBourbonBoyleClarkFayetteFranklinGarrardJessamineLincolnMadisonMercerMontgomeryScottWoodfordCounty
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bluegrass has been serving the youth of Central Kentucky since 1957. We’ve served thousands of kids over the last six decades, but there are many more who are still waiting for someone to stand in their corner - and over 200 who are waiting for a Big right here in Central Kentucky. We don’t create potential… we inspire it; we empower it; we ignite it – and we couldn’t do it without YOU. We are not saviors, we are allies – each and every one of us. Together, we clear a path to their biggest possible futures. Together, we are Defenders of Potential
General
Big Sandy Point of Entry Kentucky Early Intervention System
104 South Front Ave.
Prestonsburg, KY
Tel: 270-901-5749
Tel2: 800-643-6233

Counties Served: FloydJohnsonMagoffinMartinPikeCounty
Kentucky Early Intervention System is available in all Kentucky counties. Services are available to any child and family who meet developmental eligibility criteria, regardless of income. Participation in Kentucky Early Intervention System is voluntary. Referrals are directed to teams at the district local point of entry (POE) offices. Counties served: Floyd, Johnson, Magoffin, Martin, Pike
State Resources
Blue Sprig Pediatrics
1035 Strader Drive
Lexington, KY
Tel: (859) 899-9200

Counties Served: FayetteCounty
Lexington Autism Therapy Center Techniques and procedures are guided by the science of Applied Behavior Analysis by Board Certified Behavior Analysts.
Medical and Therapy
Blue Sprig Pediatrics
104 Market Path
Georgetown, KY
Tel: (502) 632-6241

Counties Served: ScottCounty
Georgetown Autism Therapy Center Techniques and procedures are guided by the science of Applied Behavior Analysis by Board Certified Behavior Analysts.
Medical and Therapy
Bluegrass Care Navigators
1733 Harrodsburg Road
Lexington, KY
Tel: (855) 492-0812

Counties Served: AndersonBellBooneBourbonBreathittCampbellCarrollClayFayetteFloydFranklinGallatinGrantHarlanHarrisonJessamineKentonKnottKnoxLarueLeslieLetcherMagoffinMorganNicholasOwenPerryPikeScottWhitleyWolfeWoodfordCounty
Bluegrass Care Navigators (formerly Hospice of the Bluegrass) provides physical, emotional and spiritual care for adult and pediatric patients with life-limiting illness, and their families, at home, in nursing facilities and at Hospice Care Centers. Support and bereavement services extend to family members and anyone in the community experiencing grief. Bluegrass Care Navigators provides care in 32 central, northern and southeastern Kentucky counties.
General
Bluegrass Point of Entry Kentucky Early Intervention System
1351 Newtown Pike
Bldg. 5
Lexington, KY
Tel: 859-271-9448
Tel2: 800-454-2764

Counties Served: AndersonBourbonBoyleClarkEstillFayetteFranklinGarrardHarrisonJessamineLincolnMadisonMercerNicholasPowellScottWoodfordCounty
Kentucky Early Intervention System is available in all Kentucky counties. Services are available to any child and family who meet developmental eligibility criteria, regardless of income. Participation in Kentucky Early Intervention System is voluntary. Referrals are directed to teams at the district local point of entry (POE) offices.
State Resources
Bowling Green Parks and Recreation Special Populations Division
225 E. Third Ave.
Bowling Green, KY
Tel: (270) 393-3265
Contact: Cameron Levis

Counties Served: WarrenCounty
Programs and services offered provide all individuals, regardless of their ability level, opportunities for recreation and leisure. People with and without disabilities participate side by side in an inclusive environment. Activities include Bowling Green Special Olympics (softball, basketball, flag football, bowling, cheerleading, swimming, and track and field), adapted sports (wheelchair basketball, wheelchair tennis and goal ball), and social gatherings (holiday parties, movie nights, dances and more).
Camps and Recreation
Brain Injury Alliance of Kentucky
7321 N. La Grange Road
Suite 100,
Louisville, KY
Tel: (800) 592-1117
Tel2: (502)493-0609
County
BIAK links survivors of brain injury and their families to support from others with similar experience; provides them with education and information about living and coping with brain injury; assists them in locating resources for financial assistance; and seeks to connect people with sources of emotional support.
Miscellaneous
Brain Injury Alliance of Kentucky
7321 New La Grange Road
Suite 100
Louisville, KY
Tel: (502) 493-0609

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
BIAK is committed to serving those affected by brain injury through advocacy, education, prevention, outreach, service and support.
Medical and Therapy
Brighton Center Inc.
741 Central Ave
Newport, KY
Tel: (859) 491-8303

Counties Served: BooneCampbellCarrollGallatinGrantKentonOwenPendletonCounty
Brighton Center wraps a community of support around individuals and families by tackling the issues that prevent people from becoming self-sufficient, removing the barriers they face, and creating hope so that goals can be achieved and dreams realized. From modest beginnings in 1966, the Center has grown to provide a wide range of programs and services that include meeting basic needs, adult and early childhood education, workforce development, substance abuse recovery for women, affordable housing, financial education and counseling, youth services, and neighborhood based programs.
General
BrightSpring Health Services
805 N. Whittington Pkwy
Louisville, KY
Tel: (800) 866-0860 /
Tel2: (502) 394-2100

Counties Served: JeffersonCounty
Provider of comprehensive home and community-based health services to complex populations in need of specialized care.
Service Providers
Buffalo Trace District Point of Entry Kentucky Early Intervention System
420 East 2nd St
Maysville, KY
Tel: (606) 564-3919
Tel2: 800) 335-4249

Counties Served: BrackenFlemingLewisMasonRobertsonCounty
Kentucky Early Intervention System is available in all Kentucky counties. Services are available to any child and family who meet developmental eligibility criteria, regardless of income. Participation in Kentucky Early Intervention System is voluntary. Referrals are directed to teams at the district local point of entry (POE) offices. Counties served: Bracken, Fleming, Lewis, Mason, Robertson
State Resources
Build Inclusion, Inc.
P.O. Box 23030,
Lexington, KY
Tel: (859) 221-6689
Contact: Annette Jett

Counties Served: FayetteMadisonScottCounty
Build Inclusion promotes intentional inclusion, access, and opportunities through community & family education, engagement, and most of all, meaningful, competitive employment. Build Inclusion facilitates success for individuals in transition to adulthood in preparing for and fully participating in this next stage of their lives. Clinical social work services are also available for the ID/DD population.
Employment
Build Inclusion, Inc.
P.O. Box 23030
Lexington, KY
Tel: (859) 221-6689

Counties Served: FayetteCounty
Build Inclusion promotes intentional inclusion, access, and opportunities through community & family education, engagement, and most of all, meaningful, competitive employment. Build Inclusion facilitates success for individuals in transition to adulthood in preparing for and fully participating in this next stage of their lives. Clinical social work services also available for the ID/DD population.
Employment
Cabinet for Health and Family Services Office for Children with Special Health Care Needs Hazard
103 Town and Country Lane
Suite M
Hazard, KY
Tel: (606) 435-6167
Tel2: (800) 378-3357

Counties Served: BreathittKnottLeeLeslieLetcherOwsleyPerryWolfeCounty
The mission of the OCSHCN is to enhance the quality of life for Kentucky’s children with special health care needs through quality service, leadership, advocacy, education and collaboration. The OCSHCN’s vision is to be the visible leader in supporting the highest quality of life for Kentucky’s children with special health care needs and their families through collaboration and creation of a more accessible community based system of support.
State Resources
Cabinet for Health and Family Services Office for Children with Special Health Care Needs Barbourville
110 Johnson Lane
Barbourville, KY
Tel: (606) 546-5109
Tel2: (800) 348-4279

Counties Served: BellClayHarlanJacksonKnoxLaurelRockcastleWhitleyCounty
The mission of the OCSHCN is to enhance the quality of life for Kentucky’s children with special health care needs through quality service, leadership, advocacy, education and collaboration. The OCSHCN’s vision is to be the visible leader in supporting the highest quality of life for Kentucky’s children with special health care needs and their families through collaboration and creation of a more accessible community based system of support.
State Resources
Cabinet for Health and Family Services Office for Children with Special Health Care Needs Bowling Green
2040 Louisville Road
Bowling Green, KY
Tel: (270) 746-7816
Tel2: (800) 843-5877

Counties Served: AllenBarrenButlerChristianEdmonsonHartLoganMetcalfeMonroeSimpsonToddWarrenCounty
The mission of the OCSHCN is to enhance the quality of life for Kentucky’s children with special health care needs through quality service, leadership, advocacy, education and collaboration. The OCSHCN’s vision is to be the visible leader in supporting the highest quality of life for Kentucky’s children with special health care needs and their families through collaboration and creation of a more accessible community based system of support.
State Resources
Cabinet for Health and Family Services Office for Children with Special Health Care Needs Central Office
310 Whittington Parkway
Suite 200
Louisville, KY
Tel: (502) 429-4430
Tel2: (800) 232-1160

Counties Served: BullittCarrollGallatinHenryJeffersonOldhamOwenShelbySpencerTrimbleCounty
The mission of the OCSHCN is to enhance the quality of life for Kentucky’s children with special health care needs through quality service, leadership, advocacy, education and collaboration. The OCSHCN’s vision is to be the visible leader in supporting the highest quality of life for Kentucky’s children with special health care needs and their families through collaboration and creation of a more accessible community based system of support.
State Resources
Cabinet for Health and Family Services Office for Children with Special Health Care Needs Elizabethtown
580-B Westport Road
Elizabethtown, KY
Tel: (270) 766-5370
Tel2: (800) 995-6982

Counties Served: BreckinridgeGraysonHardinLarueMarionMeadeNelsonWashingtonCounty
The mission of the OCSHCN is to enhance the quality of life for Kentucky’s children with special health care needs through quality service, leadership, advocacy, education and collaboration. The OCSHCN’s vision is to be the visible leader in supporting the highest quality of life for Kentucky’s children with special health care needs and their families through collaboration and creation of a more accessible community based system of support.
State Resources
Cabinet for Health and Family Services Office for Children with Special Health Care Needs First Steps Point of Entry Services
312 Whittington Pkwy 020
Louisville,, KY
Tel: (502) 429-1249
Tel2: (800) 442-0087

Counties Served: BullittHenryJeffersonOldhamShelbySpencerTrimbleCounty
The mission of the OCSHCN is to enhance the quality of life for Kentucky’s children with special health care needs through quality service, leadership, advocacy, education and collaboration. The OCSHCN’s vision is to be the visible leader in supporting the highest quality of life for Kentucky’s children with special health care needs and their families through collaboration and creation of a more accessible community based system of support.
State Resources
Cabinet for Health and Family Services Office for Children with Special Health Care Needs Lexington
333 Waller Ave.
Suite 300
Lexington, KY
Tel: (859) 252-3170
Tel2: (800) 817-3874

Counties Served: AndersonBooneBourbonBoyleClarkEstillFayetteFranklinGarrardGrantHarrisonJessamineKentonLincolnMadisonMercerNicholasPowellScottWoodfordCounty
The mission of the OCSHCN is to enhance the quality of life for Kentucky’s children with special health care needs through quality service, leadership, advocacy, education and collaboration. The OCSHCN’s vision is to be the visible leader in supporting the highest quality of life for Kentucky’s children with special health care needs and their families through collaboration and creation of a more accessible community based system of support.
State Resources
Cabinet for Health and Family Services Office for Children with Special Health Care Needs Morehead
214 W. First St
Morehead, KY
Tel: (606) 783-8610
Tel2: (800) 928-3049

Counties Served: BathBoydBrackenCampbellCarterElliottFlemingFloydGreenupLawrenceLewisMagoffinMasonMenifeeMontgomeryMorganPendletonRobertsonRowanCounty
The mission of the OCSHCN is to enhance the quality of life for Kentucky’s children with special health care needs through quality service, leadership, advocacy, education and collaboration. The OCSHCN’s vision is to be the visible leader in supporting the highest quality of life for Kentucky’s children with special health care needs and their families through collaboration and creation of a more accessible community based system of support.
State Resources
Cabinet for Health and Family Services Office for Children with Special Health Care Needs Owensboro
1600 Breckenridge St.
Owensboro, KY
Tel: (270) 687-7038
Tel2: 877-687-7038

Counties Served: DaviessHancockHendersonHopkinsMcLeanMuhlenbergOhioUnionWebsterCounty
The mission of the OCSHCN is to enhance the quality of life for Kentucky’s children with special health care needs through quality service, leadership, advocacy, education and collaboration. The OCSHCN’s vision is to be the visible leader in supporting the highest quality of life for Kentucky’s children with special health care needs and their families through collaboration and creation of a more accessible community based system of support.
State Resources
Cabinet for Health and Family Services Office for Children with Special Health Care Needs Paducah
The HIPP Building
2855 Jackson Street
Paducah,, KY
Tel: (270) 443-3651
Tel2: (800) 443-3651

Counties Served: BallardCaldwellCallowayCarlisleCrittendenFultonGravesHickmanLivingstonLyonMcCrackenMarshallTriggCounty
The mission of the OCSHCN is to enhance the quality of life for Kentucky’s children with special health care needs through quality service, leadership, advocacy, education and collaboration. The OCSHCN’s vision is to be the visible leader in supporting the highest quality of life for Kentucky’s children with special health care needs and their families through collaboration and creation of a more accessible community based system of support.
State Resources
Cabinet for Health and Family Services Office for Children with Special Health Care Needs Prestonsburg
5000 KY Route 321
Prestonsburg, KY
Tel: (606) 889-1761
Tel2: (800) 594-7058

Counties Served: FloydJohnsonMagoffinMartinPikeCounty
The mission of the OCSHCN is to enhance the quality of life for Kentucky’s children with special health care needs through quality service, leadership, advocacy, education and collaboration. The OCSHCN’s vision is to be the visible leader in supporting the highest quality of life for Kentucky’s children with special health care needs and their families through collaboration and creation of a more accessible community based system of support.
State Resources
Cabinet for Health and Family Services Office for Children with Special Health Care Needs Somerset
Professional Plaza
401 Bogle St., Suite 104
Somerset,, KY
Tel: (606) 677-4120
Tel2: (800) 525-4279
County
The mission of the OCSHCN is to enhance the quality of life for Kentucky’s children with special health care needs through quality service, leadership, advocacy, education and collaboration. The OCSHCN’s vision is to be the visible leader in supporting the highest quality of life for Kentucky’s children with special health care needs and their families through collaboration and creation of a more accessible community based system of support.
State Resources
Camp Discovery
33 W. Second St.
3rd Floor
Maysville, KY
Tel: (606) 301-8338

Counties Served: MasonCounty
A free, summer-long day camp for children aged 5-12 at Beechwood Park in Maysville. Swimming, field trips and supervised activities. The camp is open to children with disabilities.
Camps and Recreation
Camp Hendon
1640 Lyndon Farm Court
Suite 108
Louisville, KY
Tel: (502) 272-2370

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
Camp Hendon is an all-volunteer camp for children (ages 8-17) with Type I diabetes. The camp provides two separate week-long residential camping sessions to empower children to take control of their journey with diabetes.
Camps and Recreation
Capital Area Autism Parents (CAAP)

Tel: (502) 330-5223

Counties Served: FranklinCounty
Established in 2013, Capital Area Autism Parents is a support group for parents, caregivers, autistic self-advocates, and neurodivergent voices. Support group members will find resources, information, opportunities, and friendships. CAAP hosts meetings with speakers and events to bring awareness and education to the Central Kentucky community. CAAP values individuality and the uniqueness of every journey. Capital Area Autism Parents believes no one should walk this journey alone and support is essential for every individual.
Autism
Cardinal Hill Center for Outpatient Services
2050 Versailles Road,
Lexington, KY
Tel: (859) 254-5701

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
At Cardinal Hill Rehabilitation Hospital, we are committed to helping you get back to what matters most. Located in Lexington, we are a leading provider of inpatient rehabilitation for stroke, brain injury, hip fracture and other complex neurological and orthopedic conditions. When you choose Cardinal Hill Rehabilitation Hospital for your rehabilitation, you receive compassionate care from an expert team of physical, occupational and speech therapists; physicians; nurses; dietitians; pharmacists; and case managers who work together to create a plan to help you meet your unique goals.
Spina Bifida
Cardinal Hill Rehabilitation Hospital
2050 Versailles Road,
Lexington, KY
Tel: (859) 254-5701

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
Each patient’s recovery is different. At Cardinal Hill Rehabilitation Hospital, our expert clinicians combine the latest technologies, real-world simulations and advanced therapies into a treatment plan that helps you achieve what’s important to you.
Medical and Therapy
Career and Technical Education
300 Sower Blvd.
5th Floor
Frankfort,, KY
Tel: (502) 564-4286

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
In short, Career and Technical Education (CTE) is an essential component of the high school curriculum. For many students, it represents as much as a third of their high school experience. It is a critical component in meeting the needs of students in academic achievement, career exploration, career preparation and leadership development. Successful transition to postsecondary education, work or the military is one of the goals of Kentucky's educational system. The percentage of students making successful transition is a component of the high school accountability index.
State Resources
Carl D. Perkins Vocational Training Center
5659 Main St
Thelma, KY
Tel: (606) 788-7080

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
The mission of the Carl D. Perkins Vocational Training Center is that persons will achieve sustainable, competitive integrated employment, maximize independence, and gain self-respect through the provision of comprehensive services. Consumers may live on campus in dormitory housing or can commute to the Perkins Center each day they are scheduled for classes and/or therapy.
Assistive Technology
Cassidy’s Cause Therapeutic Riding Academy
6075 Clinton Road, ,
Paducah, KY
Tel: (270) 554-4040

Counties Served: McCrackenCounty
Cassidy’s Cause is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to provide individuals living with disabilities the opportunity to grow and develop through therapeutic, educational and recreational activities, while on a horse.
Camps and Recreation
Cedar Lake
9505 Williamsburg Plaza
Suite 200
Louisville, KY
Tel: (502) 495-4946

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
Cedar Lake is committed to providing the highest quality of services to the people it supports. To demonstrate its commitment to the development of a compassionate and capable workforce, Cedar Lake has launched a career development program with ongoing educational opportunities to further sharpen people’s skills. In doing so, Cedar Lake employees develop a heightened sensitivity – or compassion – for the people they support and a clear understanding of how they can best support these individuals to live a life filled with abundant possibilities.
Service Providers
Center for Accessible Living Bowling Green
1830 Destiny Lane
Suite 108
Bowling Green, KY
Tel: (270) 599-0911

Counties Served: WarrenCounty
The Center for Accessible Living is an innovative leader in empowering all people to achieve their goal of independent living while involving the entire community.
General
Center for Accessible Living Louisville
501 S. Second St
Suite 200
Louisville, KY
Tel: (502) 589-6620
Tel2: (888) 813-8497

Counties Served: JeffersonCounty
The Center for Accessible Living is an innovative leader in empowering all people to achieve their goal of independent living while involving the entire community.
General
Centers for Accessible Living Murray
1051 N. 16th St
Suite C
Murray, KY
Tel: (270) 753-7676
Tel2: (888) 261-6194

Counties Served: CallowayCounty
The Center for Accessible Living is an innovative leader in empowering all people to achieve their goal of independent living while involving the entire community.
General
Central Kentucky Arc

Tel: (312) 502-8217
Contact: Alva M. Covington

Counties Served: FayetteJessamineMadisonScottWoodfordCounty
Local Chapter
General
Central Kentucky Riding for Hope
4185 Walt Robertson Drive
Kentucky Horse Park,
Lexington, KY
Tel: (859) 231-7066

Counties Served: BourbonClarkFayetteFranklinJessamineMadisonMontgomeryScottWoodfordCounty
Under the guidance of trained teachers, volunteers and medical personnel, disabilities are challenged and new abilities are created. The program has proved successful in helping people with disabilities develop self-esteem, confidence, coordination and a sense of achievement while learning horsemanship and track riding principles.
Camps and Recreation
Child Development Center of the Bluegrass
290 Alumni Drive,
Lexington, KY
Tel: (859) 218-2322

Counties Served: FayetteCounty
Five-Star rated preschool for children with and without disabilities. Services provided include assessment, evaluations, and speech, physical and occupational therapy.
Schools
Children’s Law Center
1002 Russell St.
Covington, KY
Tel: (859) 431-3313 /

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
Provides free legal services for children with educational disabilities, and performs research and policy work, training and education in this area.
Legal, Future Planning
Christian Academy of Louisville/Providence School
700 S. English Station Road,
Louisville, KY
Tel: (502) 244-3225 ext 1020

Counties Served: JeffersonCounty
CAL/Providence School serves children preschool through 8th grade with Down syndrome within an inclusive environment to promote language, social and spiritual goals. Students also receive small-group instruction to address individual goals. Curriculum and structure are designed to promote spiritual, cognitive, adaptive, language, motor and self-help skills. A Family Service Plan/IFSP is written with each family specific to the needs of their child. The school works in relationship with Down Syndrome of Louisville. The school is adding a new grade each school year. Providence will serve K-12 by the 2025-2026 school year.
Schools
Christian Appalachian Project
485 Ponderosa Drive
P.O. Box 1768
Paintsville, KY
Tel: (866) 270-4227

Counties Served: JohnsonCounty
CAP is a Kentucky-based, non-profit Christian organization committed to serving people in need in Appalachia by providing physical, spiritual and emotional support through a wide variety of programs and services.
General
Cincinnati Association for the Blind
2045 Gilbert Ave.
Cincinnati, KY
Tel: (513) 221-8558

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
Cincinnati Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired (CABVI) is a private, non-profit organization offering comprehensive vision rehabilitation services for people of all ages who are blind or visually impaired.
Vision
Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Center for Infants and Children with Special Needs
3333 Burnet Ave.
Cincinnati, KY
Tel: (513) 636-4200 /
Tel2: TTY (800) 344-2462

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
Formerly known as the Special Needs Resource Directory, these Ongoing Support Resources connect you to local, state, national and international websites - no matter where you or your child are in your care journey.
Medical and Therapy
Clovernook Center for the Blind/Visually Impaired
7000 Hamilton Avenue,
Cincinnati, KY
Tel: (513) 522-3860

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
Clovernook has proudly served women, men and children for more than 100 years. This rich history provides the backdrop for today’s progressive and caring campus-like environment where the Center remains dedicated to adults and youth who are blind or visually impaired.
Vision
College Planning Guide

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
In this extensive planning guide, we give you the tools you need to be successful in understanding the college environment for students with learning disabilities as well as your rights and potential accommodations. Whether it’s in-person or online college you’re pursuing, we’ll show you where to find the best resources to achieve your goals.
Education
Commonwealth Council on Developmental Disabilities
1024 Capital Center Dr.
Frankfort, KY
County
The mission of the CCDD is to create systemic change in Kentucky that empowers individuals to achieve full citizenship and inclusion in the community through education, capacity building and advocacy. CCDD is a dynamic mix of people with unique backgrounds and experiences. Members include 16 governor-appointed individuals with disabilities and family members of individuals with disabilities, as well as representatives from major state agencies that serve people with developmental disabilities.
General
Communicare Inc. Kentucky Community Mental Health Center
107 Cranes Roost Ct.
Elizabethtown, KY
Tel: (270) 765-2605

Counties Served: BreckinridgeGraysonHardinLarueMarionMeadeNelsonWashingtonCounty
Communicare is one of fourteen community Kentucky mental health centers providing behavioral health, developmental disabilities and substance abuse services in the Lincoln Trail ADD District. This district includes the counties of Breckinridge, Grayson, Hardin, LaRue, Marion, Meade, Nelson and Washington.
State Resources
Community Action Kentucky
101 Burch Court
Frankfort, KY
Tel: (800) 456-3452
Tel2: (502) 875-5863

Counties Served: AdairAllenAndersonBallardBarrenBathBellBooneBourbonBoydBoyleBrackenBreathittBreckinridgeBullittButlerCaldwellCallowayCampbellCarlisleCarrollCarterCaseyChristianClarkClayClintonCrittendenCumberlandDaviessEdmonsonElliottEstillFayetteFlemingFloydFranklinFultonGallatinGarrardGrantGravesGraysonGreenGreenupHancockHardinHarlanHarrisonHartHendersonHenryHickmanHopkinsJacksonJeffersonJessamineJohnsonKentonKnottKnoxLarueLaurelLawrenceLeeLeslieLetcherLewisLincolnLivingstonLoganLyonMcCrackenMcCrearyMcLeanMadisonMagoffinMarionMarshallMartinMasonMeadeMenifeeMercerMetcalfeMonroeMontgomeryMorganMuhlenbergNelsonNicholasOhioOldhamOwenOwsleyPendletonPerryPikePowellPulaskiRobertsonRockcastleRowanRussellScottShelbySimpsonSpencerTaylorToddTriggTrimbleUnionWarrenWashingtonWayneWebsterWhitleyWolfeWoodfordCounty
Community Action Kentucky (CAK) is a statewide association representing and assisting the 23 community action agencies as they work to empower individuals and families to attain greater economic success.
General
Community Mental Health Centers
275 E. Main Street
4CD
Frankfort, KY
Tel: (502) 564-4527

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
Publicly-funded community services are provided for Kentuckians who have problems with mental health, developmental and intellectual disabilities, or substance abuse, through Kentucky's 14 regional Boards for Mental Health or Individuals With an Intellectual Disability (Regional MHID Boards). Regional MHID Boards are private, nonprofit organizations established by KRS Chapter 210 (see Related Links) which serve residents of a designated multi-county region.
Mental Health Providers
Comprehend Inc. Kentucky Community Mental Health Center
610 Elizaville Ave.
Flemingsburg, KY
Tel: (606) 849-2212

Counties Served: BrackenFlemingLewisMasonRobertsonCounty
Comprehend is committed to the continual pursuit of excellence in behavioral health services by providing the highest quality individualized care through a staff of dedicated and expert professionals, thereby becoming the employer, provider, and partner of choice.
State Resources
Court Appointed Special Advocates for Children
1640 Lyndon Farm Court
Suite 108
Louisville, KY
Tel: (502) 238-2154

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
Kentucky CASA Network, CASA volunteers are everyday citizens appointed by judges to advocate for the safety and well-being of abused and neglected children. Last year in Kentucky, more than 800 CASA volunteers advocated for the best interest of nearly 3,000 children in Kentucky. CASA has 20 offices throughout the state. To locate one in your area, visit the web site below.
Legal, Future Planning
Creative Learning Center Woodland Early Learning Center
575 Woodland Ave.
Lexington, KY
Tel: (859) 255-3444

Counties Served: FayetteCounty
Welcome to Woodland Early Learning Center! We are located in Columbia Heights in historic Lexington, KY. Every day, our center staff works hard to build confidence in all of our children, ensuring your child is getting the best education while feeling safe and having fun. We build a warm, welcoming, and supportive classroom for children of all abilities, backgrounds, and experiences. Everyone belongs in our circle - we love our families and meeting new friends!
Schools
Cumberland River Behavioral Health Kentucky Community Mental Health Center
1203 American Greeting Card Road
Corbin, KY
Tel: (606) 528-7010

Counties Served: BellClayHarlanJacksonKnoxLaurelRockcastleWhitleyCounty
Cumberland River Behavioral Health is a nonprofit community mental health center whose mission is to ensure all members of our community an opportunity to achieve their highest potential for living satisfying, productive, and valued lives.
State Resources
Cumberland Valley Point of Entry Kentucky Early Intervention System
175 East Peachtree St
Corbin, KY
Tel: 606-523-0229
Tel2: 800-509-9559

Counties Served: BellClayHarlanJacksonKnoxLaurelRockcastleWhitleyCounty
Kentucky Early Intervention System is available in all Kentucky counties. Services are available to any child and family who meet developmental eligibility criteria, regardless of income. Participation in Kentucky Early Intervention System is voluntary. Referrals are directed to teams at the district local point of entry (POE) offices.
State Resources
Division of Long Term Services and Supports
275 E. Main St
6W-B
Frankfort,, KY
Tel: (502) 564-1647
Tel2: (855) 459-6328

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
If you have a disability or are elderly, you may qualify for a 1915(c) Home- and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Medicaid waiver. These waivers provide the support you need to live as independently as possible. The Department for Medicaid Services (DMS) offers six waiver programs: ABI Acute and ABI Long-Term Care Waivers, Home and Community Based (HCB) Waiver, Model II Waiver (MIIW), Michelle P. Waiver, Supports for Community Living (SCL) Waiver, Kentucky Transitions.
State Resources
Dolly Graham Park & Fantasy Forest
225 River Street
Frankfort, KY

Counties Served: FranklinCounty
The park includes several amenities for the local community. The park underwent a major renovation project in 2021 & 2022 including a new playground with poured in place safety surfacing, a new splash pad aquatic feature, new side walks and park amenities and a renovated basketball court.
Accessible Playgrounds
Down Syndrome Association of Central Kentucky
2265 Harrodsburg Road
Suite 370
Lexington, KY
Tel: (859) 494-7809

Counties Served: FayetteCounty
DSACK exists to celebrate the Down syndrome community, support individuals with Down syndrome and their families, educate the Central Kentucky community and assist in local and national research efforts. DSACK celebrates that all people are beautiful, capable and loved. Serves Central and Eastern Kentucky.
Down Syndrome
Down Syndrome Association of Greater Cincinnati
4623 Wesley Ave.
Suite A
Cincinnati, KY
Tel: (513) 761-5400

Counties Served: BooneCampbellKentonCounty
By providing families with support, inspiration and information, the Association helps individuals with Down syndrome achieve their maximum potential. Including individuals with Down syndrome in neighborhood schools, community activities and the business world benefits individuals and their respective communities.
Down Syndrome
Down Syndrome Association of South Central KY
522 State St.
Bowling Green, KY
Tel: (270) 796-5002

Counties Served: WarrenCounty
We are an organization of parents, friends, and families who have loved ones born with Down syndrome. It is our desire to help you gain information and support for the journey that lies ahead. We serve ALL AGES of individuals born with Down syndrome and offer activities and services for any of our Buddy House members. Most of our services come at no cost to you and we offer scholarship opportunities for anything that may have a fee. We have a wonderful partnership with WKU and so many other community partners!
Down Syndrome
Down Syndrome Association of the Heartland
P.O. Box 6402,
Elizabethtown, KY
Tel: (270) 312-1540

Counties Served: HardinCounty
This organization offers support to individuals with Down syndrome, as well as their families, friends, caregivers, teachers and coworkers. Plus, this organization strives to educate the public-at-large about Down syndrome. It is the desire of Down syndrome Association of the Heartland for every individual who has been touched by Down syndrome, regardless of age, to have access to support and services that would aid each individual in reaching his or her individual potential.
Down Syndrome
Down Syndrome of Louisville
5001 South Hurstbourne Parkway
Louisville, KY
Tel: (502) 495 5088

Counties Served: JeffersonCounty
Down Syndrome of Louisville is a non-profit organization founded in 1977 whose mission is to improve the lives of persons with Down syndrome and their families by providing support, information, education, and advocating for their rights and concerns, enabling individuals to reach their full potential.
Down Syndrome
Dream Riders of Kentucky Inc.
4705 Winkler Road
Philpot, KY
Tel: (270) 613-0079

Counties Served: DaviessHancockHendersonMcLeanOhioCounty
The mission of Dream Riders is to provide individuals with physical, cognitive, social, and/or emotional needs an opportunity to experience the joy of riding and the therapeutic value of horses.
Camps and Recreation
Dyslexia Association of the Pennyrile
538 A Noel Ave.
Hopkinsville, KY
Tel: (270) 885-5804

Counties Served: CaldwellChristianCrittendenHopkinsLivingstonLyonMuhlenbergToddTriggCounty
Dyslexia Association of the Pennyrile is a 501 (c)3 nonprofit organization dedicated to serving individuals with dyslexia and other learning disabilities. Through our various programs, we have been assisting individuals and families for 50 years. The Association was organized in 1970. The Association was first named The Christian County Association for Specific-Perceptual Motor Disabilities, and later changed its name to Dyslexia Association of the Pennyrile to encompass a larger region in which it was serving.
Learning Differences
Early Intervention & Consultation Services, LLC

Counties Served: DaviessGraysonHardinCounty
EICS, founded in 2010, is a pediatric therapy clinic that offers Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, ABA/Applied Behavior Analysis (for those with autism). EICS also offers mental health counseling and case management. EICS has a licensed psychological associate who provides evaluations for different diagnoses such as autism, dyslexia, learning disabilities and behavioral disorders, etc. EICS also offers Michelle P. Waiver services such as Positive Behavior Supports and Community Living Supports. Locations: Leitchfield: 635 S. Main St., Leitchfield, Ky., 42754, (270) 287-0656 - Radcliff: 363 W. Lincoln Trail Blvd., Radcliff, Ky., 40160, (270) 352-1133 - Owensboro: 722 Harvard Drive, Owensboro, Ky., 42301, (270) 240-1842 - Please call the location nearest you for more information regarding the services offered at that clinic.
Medical and Therapy
Early Periodic Screening Diagnostic and Treatment Special Services (EPSDT)
275 E. Main St.
6C-C
Frankfort,, KY
Tel: (502) 229-0875
Tel2: (800) 635-2570

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
Dept. of Medicaid Services, Children’s Health Services The EPSDT Screening Program provides routine physicals or well child check-ups for Medicaid eligible children at certain specified ages. EPSDT can also provide speech/language, physical and/or occupation therapy, and specialized durable medical equipment for children who qualify and need those services. / TTY (800) 775-0296
Medical and Therapy
Easter Seals Adaptive Recreation
2050 Versailles Road
Lexington, KY
Tel: (859) 367-7217

Counties Served: FayetteCounty
Promotes healthy and active lifestyles for people with physical disabilities through education, exposure to adaptive equipment and adaptive recreation experiences in the community. www.cardinalhill.org/programs/adaptive-recreation
Camps and Recreation
Easter Seals Cardinal Hill
2050 Versailles Road,
Lexington, KY
Tel: (859) 367-7217

Counties Served: FayetteCounty
SERVICES: Adaptive Recreation, Adult Day Health, Creative Beginnings Child Development Center, HorseAbility, Pediatric Therapy
General
Easter Seals Cardinal Hill
2050 Versailles Road
Lexington, KY
Tel: (859) 367-7217

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
Promotes healthy and active lifestyles for people with physical disabilities through education, exposure to adaptive equipment and adaptive recreation experiences in the community.
Medical and Therapy
Easter Seals Western Kentucky
2229 Mildred St
Paducah, KY
Tel: (270) 443-1200

Counties Served: CallowayMcCrackenCounty
Easterseals provides exceptional services, education, outreach, and advocacy so that people living with autism and other disabilities can live, learn, work and play in our communities. Easterseals has been helping individuals with disabilities and special needs, and their families, live better lives for over 90 years. From child development centers to physical rehabilitation and job training for people with disabilities, Easterseals offers a variety of services to help people with disabilities address life's challenges and achieve personal goals.
General
Edelson and Associates, PSC
7511 New La Grange Road
Louisville, KY
Tel: (502) 423-1151

Counties Served: JeffersonCounty
Neuropsychological, ADHD, learning disability, autism and psychological disorder evaluations.
Medical and Therapy
Edelson and Associates, PSC
230 Lexington Green Circle
Suite 420
Lexington, KY
Tel: (859) 287-0760

Counties Served: FayetteCounty
Neuropsychological, ADHD, learning disability, autism and psychological disorder evaluations.
Medical and Therapy
EKU Center for Student Accessibility
521 Lancaster Ave., CPO 66,
Whitlock Building, Room 361
Richmond,, KY
Tel: (859) 622-2933

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
Provides equal access to University resources, coursework, programs and activities by serving qualified individuals, and advocating for equal access for all individuals who qualify.
Education
ElderLaw Lexington
1795 Alysheba Way,
Suite 2102
Lexington, KY
Tel: (859) 543-0061

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
Specializing in aspects of elder law and special needs planning. McClelland & Associates, PLLC,
Legal, Future Planning
Epilepsy Foundation of Kentuckiana
Kosair Charities Centre,
982 Eastern Parkway
Louisville, KY
Tel: (502) 637-4440
Tel2: (866) 275-1078

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
The mission of the Epilepsy Foundation of Kentuckiana is to lead the fight to overcome the challenges of living with epilepsy and to accelerate therapies to stop seizures, find cures, and save lives.
Epilepsy
Families for Effective Autism Treatment
1100 E. Market St
Louisville, KY
Tel: (502) 774-0797

Counties Served: JeffersonCounty
Families for Effective Autism Treatment (FEAT) of Louisville is a non-profit organizationthat actively supports and funds autism programs for the entire family. Created for families by families, FEAT of Louisville is dedicated to easing the autism journey through ongoing support, education and programs including the Autism Friendly Business Initiative. Much of our work is done by volunteers to assist in growing our support programs and services.
Autism
Family Eyecare Associates & Children’s Vision and Learning Center
105 Crossfield Drive,
Versailles, KY
Tel: (859) 879-3665
Tel2: (855) 686-2020
Contact: Dr. Rick Graebe

Counties Served: WoodfordCounty
In addition to general optometric services, Family Eyecare offers unique programs such as Vision Therapy for children experiencing difficulty with reading and/or underachievement at school. Children in these programs average more than a 3-year improvement in performance in 10 to 15 weeks.
Vision
Family to Family Health Information Centers
310 Whittington Parkway
Suite 200
Louisville, KY
Tel: (502) 782-8781
Contact: Sondra Gilbert

Counties Served: FayetteFranklinJeffersonCounty
Located at the offices of the Commission for Children with Special Health Care Needs, Family to Family HICs are family-run centers that assist families of children and youth with special health care needs and the professionals who serve them. The goal is to help keep children healthy by promoting regular medical care. F2F HICs help families make more informed choices by providing support, information, resources and training. F2F HICs promote access to community-based, self-directed services that are available to children with special needs.
State Resources
Fischer Fun Park
300 Pumphouse Road, at Somersport Park
Somerset, KY

Counties Served: PulaskiCounty
This gorgeous playground at Somersport Park includes ramps and a rocking boat for those in wheelchairs; sensory equipment for those with special needs, including devices to make musical sounds and animal noises; a 25-foot-tall viewing tower; a giant bluefish bridge; slides, swings, and a wheelchair-accessible Ten Spin, similar to a merry-go-round.
Accessible Playgrounds
FIVCO Point of Entry Kentucky’s Early Intervention System
5850 U.S. 60
Box 11 Summit Plaza
Ashland, KY
Tel: 606-929-9155
Tel2: 800-650-1329

Counties Served: BoydCarterElliottGreenupLawrenceCounty
Kentucky Early Intervention System is available in all Kentucky counties. Services are available to any child and family who meet developmental eligibility criteria, regardless of income. Participation in Kentucky Early Intervention System is voluntary. Referrals are directed to teams at the district local point of entry (POE) offices.
State Resources
Four Rivers Behavioral Health Kentucky Community Mental Health Center
425 Broadway,
Suite 201
Paducah, KY
Tel: (270) 442-7121
Tel2: 24-hour Line (800) 592-3980

Counties Served: BallardCallowayCarlisleGallatinGravesHickmanLivingstonMcCrackenMarshallCounty
Four Rivers Behavioral Health believes that you are capable of self-directed growth becauseyou are the expert of your own life. We are dedicated to providing an individualized approach to treatment through comprehensive and integrated services. We value the partnership we have with you. Our focus is on your expressed needs and desires while we provide the supports necessary for you to achieve your goals and optimize your strengths. It is our hope that you find your best life path.
State Resources
Frazier Rehab Institute U of L Health
200 Abraham Flexner Way
Louisville, KY
Tel: (502) 587-4011
Tel2: (502) 582-7400

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
Known for world-class care in comprehensive acute rehab, Frazier Rehab Institute provides extensive therapy across a number of specialties for inpatient and outpatient rehab needs.
Medical and Therapy
Gateway Point of Entry Kentucky’s Early Intervention System
P.O. Box 290
68 Oberline Street
Owingsville, KY
Tel: 606-674-3204
Tel2: 800-942-4358

Counties Served: BathMenifeeMontgomeryMorganRowanCounty
Kentucky Early Intervention System is available in all Kentucky counties. Services are available to any child and family who meet developmental eligibility criteria, regardless of income. Participation in Kentucky Early Intervention System is voluntary. Referrals are directed to teams at the district local point of entry (POE) offices.
State Resources
Green River Area Down Syndrome Association
P.O. Box 2031
Owensboro, KY
Tel: (270) 681-5313

Counties Served: DaviessHancockMcLeanCounty
GRADSA’s mission is to enable families enriched with Down syndrome connection to share resources, build friendships, and advocate together for the future of individuals with Down syndrome.
Down Syndrome
Green River Point of Entry Kentucky Early Intervention System
1501 Breckenridge Street
Owensboro, KY
Tel: 270-852-2905
Tel2: 888-686-1414

Counties Served: DaviessHancockHendersonMcLeanOhioUnionWebsterCounty
Kentucky Early Intervention System is available in all Kentucky counties. Services are available to any child and family who meet developmental eligibility criteria, regardless of income. Participation in Kentucky Early Intervention System is voluntary. Referrals are directed to teams at the district local point of entry (POE) offices.
State Resources
Growing Together Preschool, Inc.
599 Lima Drive,
Lexington, KY
Tel: (859) 255-4056

Counties Served: FayetteCounty
Has offered nurturing early child care and education services to children with and without disabilities and other special needs in an inclusive environment since 1982. Additional services include developmental screenings and assessment; behavior consultations; and physical, occupational and speech therapy. Teachers have experience working with children of varying abilities and advantages, and integrating recommended therapeutic practices into the classroom. GTP is accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children, rated 5 STARS through KY ALL STARS and offers a Kentucky Proud farm to preschool menu.
Schools
Hardin County Arc

Tel: (270) 300-6659
Contact: Clara Harrison

Counties Served: HardinCounty
Local Chapter
General
Hart Supported Living Region 7
P.O. Box 548
Bardwell, KY
Tel: (502) 229-9110
Contact: Rachel Phelan

Counties Served: BooneCampbellCarrollFranklinGallatinGrantHenryKentonOldhamOwenPendletonShelbyTrimbleCounty
The Hart-Supported Living program provides funds for supports to help Kentuckians with disabilities live in their homes and communities and avoid institutionalization. Any Kentuckian with a disability as defined by the Americans with Disability Act can apply for Hart-Supported Living funds.
State Resources
Hart-Supported Living Region 2
PO Box 2010
Bowling Green, KY
Tel: (502) 229-5211
Contact: Makalla Morrison

Counties Served: AdairAllenBarrenBreckinridgeBullittButlerClintonCumberlandEdmonsonGraysonGreenHancockHardinHartLarueMeadeMetcalfeMonroeNelsonOhioRussellSimpsonTaylorWarrenCounty
The Hart-Supported Living program provides funds for supports to help Kentuckians with disabilities live in their homes and communities and avoid institutionalization. Any Kentuckian with a disability as defined by the Americans with Disability Act can apply for Hart-Supported Living funds.
State Resources
Hart-Supported Living Region 1
PO Box 3759
Paducah, KY
Tel: (502) 401-86500
Contact: Angel Lawrence

Counties Served: BallardCaldwellCallowayCarlisleChristianCrittendenDaviessFultonGravesHendersonHickmanHopkinsLivingstonLoganLyonMcCrackenMcLeanMarshallMuhlenbergToddTriggUnionWebsterCounty
The Hart-Supported Living program provides funds for supports to help Kentuckians with disabilities live in their homes and communities and avoid institutionalization. Any Kentuckian with a disability as defined by the Americans with Disability Act can apply for Hart-Supported Living funds.
State Resources
Hart-Supported Living Region 3
P.O. Box 876
Lawrenceburg, KY
Tel: (502) 229-2294
Contact: Amanda Coulter

Counties Served: AndersonBourbonBoyleCaseyClarkFayetteFranklinGarrardJessamineLincolnMadisonMarionMercerMontgomeryPulaskiRockcastleScottWoodfordCounty
The Hart-Supported Living program provides funds for supports to help Kentuckians with disabilities live in their homes and communities and avoid institutionalization. Any Kentuckian with a disability as defined by the Americans with Disability Act can apply for Hart-Supported Living funds.
State Resources
Hart-Supported Living Region 4
P.O. Box 9531
Louisville, KY
Tel: (502) 229-9716
Contact: Susan Miller

Counties Served: CarrollGallatinHenryJeffersonOldhamOwenShelbySpencerTrimbleWashingtonCounty
The Hart-Supported Living program provides funds for supports to help Kentuckians with disabilities live in their homes and communities and avoid institutionalization. Any Kentuckian with a disability as defined by the Americans with Disability Act can apply for Hart-Supported Living funds.
State Resources
Hart-Supported Living Region 5
P.O. Box 1385
Ashland, KY
Tel: (502) 229-6863
Contact: Caryn Turvey

Counties Served: BathBooneBoydBrackenCampbellCarterFlemingGrantGreenupHarrisonKentonLewisMasonNicholasPendletonRobertsonRowanCounty
The Hart-Supported Living program provides funds for supports to help Kentuckians with disabilities live in their homes and communities and avoid institutionalization. Any Kentuckian with a disability as defined by the Americans with Disability Act can apply for Hart-Supported Living funds.
State Resources
Hart-Supported Living Region 6
PO Box 1907
Hyden, KY
Tel: (502) 401-8654
Contact: Angelia Forgey

Counties Served: BellBreathittClayElliottEstillFloydHarlanJacksonJohnsonKnottKnoxLaurelLawrenceLeeLeslieLetcherMcCrearyMagoffinMartinMenifeeMorganOwsleyPerryPikePowellWayneWhitleyWolfeCounty
The Hart-Supported Living program provides funds for supports to help Kentuckians with disabilities live in their homes and communities and avoid institutionalization. Any Kentuckian with a disability as defined by the Americans with Disability Act can apply for Hart-Supported Living funds.
State Resources
HDI Center for Assistive Technology Services
2358 Nicholasville Road
Suite 180
Lexington, KY
Tel: (859) 218-7979

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
(CATS) is a non-profit, grassroots organization that assists individuals who have disabilities, their families and service providers in connecting with various technologies and services that provide the gateway to greater independence, productivity and quality of life. CATS is a member of the Alliance for Technology Access, The Eastern Regional Center for the Kentucky Assistive Technology Service (KATS) Network.
Assistive Technology
HealthPoint Family Care
1401 Madison Ave.
Covington, KY
Tel: (859) 655-6100

Counties Served: KentonCounty
HealthPoint Family Care’s vision is a community where everyone has access to quality, affordable health care. The mission is to be the best provider of health services through compassion and innovation.
Medical and Therapy
Heartfelt Solutions
2831 S. Hurstbourne Parkway
Suite A
Louisville, KY
Tel: (502) 915-8343

Counties Served: JeffersonCounty
Dedicated to improving the quality of life and increasing independence for individuals by providing effective person-centered and evidence-based health services. Those services include adult day training, community living supports, respite, person-centered coaching, supported employment, community access and ABA Therapy for individuals with autism.
Medical and Therapy
Heuser Hearing Institute
117 E. Kentucky St.
Louisville, KY
Tel: (502) 584-3573

Counties Served: JeffersonCounty
Heuser Hearing Institute (HHI) is a multi-specialty non-profit campus promoting the needs of children and adults with disorders of hearing and balance. The organization has served Louisville and many of the surrounding Kentucky and Indiana communities since 1948.
Speech, Language, and Hearing
Home and Community-Based Waiver (HCB)
275 E. Main St
6W-B
Frankfort, KY
Tel: (502) 564-5560

Counties Served: AdairAllenAndersonBallardBarrenBathBellBooneBourbonBoydBoyleBrackenBreathittBreckinridgeBullittButlerCaldwellCallowayCampbellCarlisleCarrollCarterCaseyChristianClarkClayClintonCrittendenCumberlandDaviessEdmonsonElliottEstillFayetteFlemingFloydFranklinFultonGallatinGarrardGrantGravesGraysonGreenGreenupHancockHardinHarlanHarrisonHartHendersonHenryHickmanHopkinsJacksonJeffersonJessamineJohnsonKentonKnottKnoxLarueLaurelLawrenceLeeLeslieLetcherLewisLincolnLivingstonLoganLyonMcCrackenMcCrearyMcLeanMadisonMagoffinMarionMarshallMartinMasonMeadeMenifeeMercerMetcalfeMonroeMontgomeryMorganMuhlenbergNelsonNicholasOhioOldhamOwenOwsleyPendletonPerryPikePowellPulaskiRobertsonRockcastleRowanRussellScottShelbySimpsonSpencerTaylorToddTriggTrimbleUnionWarrenWashingtonWayneWebsterWhitleyWolfeWoodfordCounty
The Home and Community Based (HCB) waiver is part of Kentucky’s 1915(c) HCBS Medicaid waiver program. HCB provides assistance to the elderly or to adults and children with physical disabilities to help them live in the community as independently as possible.
State Resources
Home of the Innocents
1100 E. Market St
Louisville, KY
Tel: (502) 596-1000

Counties Served: JeffersonCounty
Home of the Innocents is the region’s open arms to kids in crisis, providing therapeutic, loving care to children who are victims of abuse, abandonment and neglect. It’s also home to children who have autism and other behavioral health diagnoses; who are medically fragile; and families with exceptional needs. Open Arms Children’s Health is the Home’s health care facility offering pediatric medical, dental, hearing, vision and pharmacy.
General
Hopebridge
1300 E. New Circle Road
Suite 150
Lexington, KY
Tel: (859) 685-1019

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
Provides a full range of professional services in one location for a child with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other developmental delays.
Autism
Horn and Associates in Rehabilitation
2412 Greatstone Point
Lexington, KY
Tel: (859) 224-4081

Counties Served: FayetteCounty
HRA offers assessments and intervention from a multi-disciplinary team including physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech-language pathology, psychology, developmental intervention, social work and case management. HRA provides independent evaluation and intervention services.
Medical and Therapy
Human Development Institute (HDI)
University of Kentucky
113 Mineral Industries Building
Lexington, KY
Tel: (859) 257-4356

Counties Served: FayetteCounty
Kentucky’s University Center on Disability: HDI’s mission is to advance efforts that build inclusive communities, address inequities, and improve the lives of all people who experience disability across the lifespan. HDI achieves its mission through leadership and community partnerships across Kentucky and the nation.
General
Impact Mentoring
1 South Main Street
Madisonville, KY
Tel: (270) 821-0688

Counties Served: HopkinsCounty
Committed to building strong, trusting and caring relationships that will have a positive impact and change the lives of those children who need it most through mentoring with an adult volunteer.
General
Independence Place, Inc.
2358 Nicholasville Road
Suite 180,
Lexington, KY
Tel: (859) 266-2807

Counties Served: FayetteJessamineMadisonScottWoodfordCounty
Independence Place is a non-profit, consumer-driven, non-residential Center for Independent Living, serving people with disabilities of all ages. The mission is to help people with disabilities achieve their potential for community inclusion by improving access and equal opportunity.
General
Independence Seekers Project
1244, East Third St.,
Suite 200
Louisville, KY
Tel: (502) 509-9363
Contact: Amanda Stahl

Counties Served: JeffersonCounty
As a leader in disability advocacy, the Independence Seekers Project aims to challenge ableism and redefine community through a support network built by those with disabilities. Alongside peers and allies, ISP aspires to create a more inclusive community dedicated to interdependence.
General
Josephine Sculpture Park
3355 Lawrenceburg Road,
Frankfort, KY
Tel: (502) 352-7082

Counties Served: FranklinCounty
Interact with nearly 70 works of art as you explore 30 acres of walking paths through native meadows. The Park partners with schools and organizations to provide arts and nature programming to individuals with a disability. The Park is committed to making park grounds accessible for those with physical disabilities, and golf carts are available for those who need mobility assistance. (Please call or email before your visit to reserve).
Camps and Recreation
Kamp KESSA
758 Beechridge Road,
Frankfort,, KY
Tel: (502) 376-4367

Counties Served: FranklinCounty
A non-profit resident camp serving populations who are at-risk and have special needs. Kamp KESSA provides adventure education and treatment programs utilizing horses and the wilderness.
Camps and Recreation
KARRN (Kentucky Appalachian Rural Rehabilitation Network)
UK College of Health Sciences
750 Morton Boulevard
Hazard, KY
Tel: 606-439-3557
Tel2: 83117
Contact: Patrick Kitzman

Counties Served: AdairBathBellBoydBreathittCarterCaseyClarkClayClintonCumberlandEdmonsonElliottEstillFlemingFloydGarrardGreenGreenupHarlanHartJacksonJohnsonKnottKnoxLaurelLawrenceLeeLeslieLetcherLewisLincolnMcCrearyMadisonMagoffinMartinMenifeeMetcalfeMonroeMontgomeryMorganNicholasOhioOwsleyPerryPikePowellPulaskiRobertsonRockcastleRowanRussellWayneWhitleyWolfeCounty
The Kentucky Appalachian Rural Rehabilitation Network (KARRN) is a collaborative team that advocates to empower communities impacted by disability. Established in 2008, this community-engaged network has investigated and developed strategies to reduce disability and improve quality of life for individuals with neurological impairments (spinal cord injury (SCI), brain injury (BI), stroke, etc.) living in underserved and impoverished rural Appalachian counties. Under the umbrella of KARRN is the physical therapy student-ran Project CARAT (Coordinating and Assisting the Reuse of Assistive Technology). The University of Kentucky Center of Excellence in Rural Health is pleased to be a long-standing partner of KARRN and Project CARAT.
General
KATS (Ky. Assistive Technology Service Network Coordinating Center)
8412 Westport Road
Louisville, KY
Tel: (800) 327-5287

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
The Kentucky Assistive Technology Locator is a free service of the KATS Network that connects Kentuckians to the AT devices they need to live independently. By registering for an account, you can borrow devices to try, find used devices for free or low-cost, sell used devices, give away devices or place want ads for devices you need.
Assistive Technology
KATS Project CARAT

Tel: (800) 327-5287

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
A program of KATS, CARAT enables underserved individuals with disabilities in Kentucky by collecting, refurbishing and redistributing assistive technology and durable medical equipment through a collaborative network of partners. The goal of Project CARAT is to make Assistive Technology and Durable Medical Equipment more accessible to those who need it in Kentucky. In order to make this happen, Project CARAT is partnering with agencies across the state. To request equipment or for donation information, call the ProjectCARAT Hotline at (800) 327-5287.
Assistive Technology
Kentucky Assistive Technology Loan Corp.
Mayo-Underwood Building
500 Mero St., 4th Floor NE
Frankfort , KY
Tel: (877) 675-0195

Counties Served: AdairAllenAndersonBallardBarrenBathBellBooneBourbonBoydBoyleBrackenBreathittBreckinridgeBullittButlerCaldwellCallowayCampbellCarlisleCarrollCarterCaseyChristianClarkClayClintonCrittendenCumberlandDaviessEdmonsonElliottEstillFayetteFlemingFloydFranklinFultonGallatinGarrardGrantGravesGraysonGreenGreenupHancockHardinHarlanHarrisonHartHendersonHenryHickmanHopkinsJacksonJeffersonJessamineJohnsonKentonKnottKnoxLarueLaurelLawrenceLeeLeslieLetcherLewisLincolnLivingstonLoganLyonMcCrackenMcCrearyMcLeanMadisonMagoffinMarionMarshallMartinMasonMeadeMenifeeMercerMetcalfeMonroeMontgomeryMorganMuhlenbergNelsonNicholasOhioOldhamOwenOwsleyPendletonPerryPikePowellPulaskiRobertsonRockcastleRowanRussellScottShelbySimpsonSpencerTaylorToddTriggTrimbleUnionWarrenWashingtonWayneWebsterWhitleyWolfeWoodfordCounty
The Kentucky Assistive Technology Loan Corporation (KATLC) offers low interest loans for qualified applicants with disabilities for assistive technology. Notice December 2022: The Kentucky Assistive Technology Loan Corporation will be going through a reorganization. As a part of this process, KATLC will be looking for a new lending partner. The Board of Directors anticipate this being a six to nine month process.
State Resources
Kentucky Assistive Technology Loan Corp.
Mayo-Underwood Building
500 Mero St 4th Floor NE
Frankfort , KY
Tel: (877) 675-0195

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
The Kentucky Assistive Technology Loan Corporation (KATLC) offers low interest loans for qualified applicants with disabilities for assistive technology.
Assistive Technology
Kentucky Association of Sexual Assault Programs
83-C Michael Davenport Blvd
Frankfort, KY
Tel: (502) 226-2704

Counties Served: FranklinCounty
KASAP’s mission is to speak with a unified voice against sexual victimization. KASAP is funded in whole or in part with public funds.
General
Kentucky Autism Training Center at Kosair Charities
University of Louisville
1405 E. Burnett Ave
Louisville,, KY
Tel: (502) 852-4631
Tel2: (800) 334-8635 ext. 852-4631

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
The Kentucky Autism Training Center is committed to improving the quality of life for Kentuckians affected by Autism Spectrum Disorder. We do this by bridging research to practice through training and collaboration.
Autism
Kentucky Children Insurance Program (K-CHIP)

Tel: (877) 524-4718
Tel2: TTY/TDD: (877) KCHIP-19
County
K-CHIP’s mission is to provide free health insurance to low income, uninsured children in Kentucky. The K-CHIP staff understands that access to health care is important and that preventive care is a large part of health care. Hispanic Interpreter: (800) 662-5397
State Resources
Kentucky Children’s Hospital
University of Kentucky
1000 S. Limestone St
Lexington, KY
Tel: (800) 333-8874
Tel2: (859) 257-1000

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
Established in 1957, UK HealthCare consists of the medical, nursing, health sciences, public health, dental and pharmacy patient care activities of the University of Kentucky, and in several off-site locations.
Medical and Therapy
Kentucky Coalition Against Domestic Violence
111 Darby Shire Circle
Frankfort, KY
Tel: (502) 209-5382
County
In addition to providing a safe, secure environment for victims/survivors and their children, programs now also offer a variety of support services to residents and non-residents, including legal/court advocacy, case management, safety planning, support groups, individual counseling, housing assistance, job search and children’s groups.
State Resources
Kentucky Commission on the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
632 Versailles Road
Frankfort, , KY
Tel: (502) 573-2604
Tel2: Video Phone (502) 416-0607
County
Provide effective and efficient leadership, education, advocacy and programs to eliminate barriers and to meet the social, economic, educational, cultural, intellectual and health and human services needs of deaf and hard of hearing Kentuckians.
State Resources
Kentucky Commission on the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
632 Versailles Road
Frankfort, KY
Tel: (800) 372-2907

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
The KCDHH acts as an advocate for deaf and hard of hearing persons on legislative issues as well as a consultant to the governor, General Assembly and various state and local governmental agencies concerning policies and programs that pertain to people with hearing loss. KCDHH provides information, referral and advocacy services, and an interpreter referral service for state agencies.
Speech, Language, and Hearing
Kentucky Community Mental Health Centers
275 E. Main St
6W-D
Frankfort, KY
Tel: (502) 564-6890
County
Publicly-funded community services are provided for Kentuckians who have problems with mental health, developmental and intellectual disabilities, or substance abuse, through Kentucky’s 14 regional Boards for Mental Health or Individuals with an Intellectual Disability (Regional MHID Boards). Regional MHID Boards are private, non-profit organizations established by KRS Chapter 210 (see Related Links) which serve residents of a designated multi-county region.
State Resources
Kentucky Department for Behavioral Health, Developmental and Intellectual Disabilities
275 E. Main St.,
4W-F
Frankfort, KY
Tel: (502) 564-4527
Tel2: (502) 564-7700
County
The department oversees services in Kentucky to people with intellectual and other developmental disabilities, mental health and substance use disorders.
State Resources
Kentucky Department of Education: Special Education Services
300 Sower Blvd.
5th Floor
Frankfort, KY
Tel: (502) 564-4970

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
This site includes information on all aspects of special education programs in public schools. We welcome your comments and suggestions. If you need further assistance with finding information on special education programs in Kentucky’s public schools, please contact us.
Education
Kentucky Division of Protection and Permanency
275 E. Main St.
3E-A,
Frankfort, KY
Tel: (502) 564-6852
Tel2: (877) KYSAFE1

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
If you believe a child is being abused, neglected or is dependent, call the Protection and Permanency office in your county or the Toll Free Child Protection Hot Line.
Legal, Future Planning
Kentucky Early Intervention System
275 E. Main St
HS2WC,
Frankfort, KY
Tel: (502) 564-3756
County
Kentucky Early Intervention System is a statewide early intervention system that provides services to children with developmental disabilities from birth to age 3 and their families. Kentucky Early Intervention System is Kentucky’s response to the federal Infant-Toddler Program. Kentucky Early Intervention System offers comprehensive services through a variety of community agencies and service disciplines and is administered by the Department for Public Health in the Cabinet for Health and Family Services.
State Resources
Kentucky Education and Workforce Development
500 Mero St.
4th floor
Frankfort, KY
Tel: (502) 564-0372
County
Providing Kentuckians from all across the Commonwealth the opportunity of transformational change through education and quality training so they can attain a meaningful career, support their families, break the cycle of poverty and prosper.
State Resources
Kentucky Faces
275 East Main St.
3C-E
Frankfort, KY
Tel: (502) 564-7043

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
Kentucky Foster Adoptive Caregiver Exchange System, Cabinet for Health and Family Services Adoption Service
Adoption and Fostering
Kentucky Hands & Voices
P.O. Box 43914
Louisville, KY
Tel: (888) 398-5030
County
Hands & Voices is a non-profit, parent-driven national organization dedicated to supporting families of children who are deaf or hard of hearing. The organization is non-biased about communication methodologies and believes that families can make the best choices for their child if they have access to good information and support. The group consists of parents of ASL signers, cued speech users, kids with cochlear implants and total communicators.
Speech, Language, and Hearing
Kentucky IMPACT Program
275 E. Main St., 4W-G,,
Frankfort , KY
Tel: (502) 564-4456

Counties Served: AdairAllenAndersonBallardBarrenBathBellBooneBourbonBoydBoyleBrackenBreathittBreckinridgeBullittButlerCaldwellCallowayCampbellCarlisleCarrollCarterCaseyChristianClarkClayClintonCrittendenCumberlandDaviessEdmonsonElliottEstillFayetteFlemingFloydFranklinFultonGallatinGarrardGrantGravesGraysonGreenGreenupHancockHardinHarlanHarrisonHartHendersonHenryHickmanHopkinsJacksonJeffersonJessamineJohnsonKentonKnottKnoxLarueLaurelLawrenceLeeLeslieLetcherLewisLincolnLivingstonLoganLyonMcCrackenMcCrearyMcLeanMadisonMagoffinMarionMarshallMartinMasonMeadeMenifeeMercerMetcalfeMonroeMontgomeryMorganMuhlenbergNelsonNicholasOhioOldhamOwenOwsleyPendletonPerryPikePowellPulaskiRobertsonRockcastleRowanRussellScottShelbySimpsonSpencerTaylorToddTriggTrimbleUnionWarrenWashingtonWayneWebsterWhitleyWolfeWoodfordCounty
Kentucky IMPACT is a statewide program that coordinates services for children with severe emotional disabilities and their families. IMPACT serves children and youth of all ages.
State Resources
Kentucky Office for the Blind
Mayo-Underwood Building
500 Mero St., 4th Floor NE
Frankfort, KY
Tel: (502) 564-4440
Tel2: (800) 372-7172

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
The Kentucky Office for the Blind consolidated services in October 2018 with the Kentucky Office of Vocational Rehabilitation. The mission of the Kentucky Office of Vocational Rehabilitation/Blind Services Division is to provide opportunities for employment and independence to individuals with visual disabilities. The Division serves Kentuckians who are visually impaired or blind and assists individuals in obtaining and maintaining employment, economic self-sufficiency and independence with complete integration into society. The Blind Services Section provides statewide services to all 120 counties and has 10 field offices located throughout Kentucky in Ashland, Bowling Green, Covington, Elizabethtown, Lexington, Louisville, Owensboro, Paducah, Prestonsburg and Somerset.
Vision
Kentucky Office of Victims Advocacy
1024 Capital Center Drive
Suite 200
Frankfort, KY
Tel: (502) 696-5312

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
The Office of Victims Advocacy works to ensure crime victims are treated with respect and dignity as their case proceeds through the criminal justice system.
Legal, Future Planning
Kentucky Office of Vocational Rehabilitation
The Mayo-Underwood Building
500 Mero St.,4th floor NE,
Frankfort,, KY
Tel: (502) 564-4440
Tel2: (800) 372-7172

Counties Served: AdairAllenAndersonBallardBarrenBathBellBooneBourbonBoydBoyleBrackenBreathittBreckinridgeBullittButlerCaldwellCallowayCampbellCarlisleCarrollCarterCaseyChristianClarkClayClintonCrittendenCumberlandDaviessEdmonsonElliottEstillFayetteFlemingFloydFranklinFultonGallatinGarrardGrantGravesGraysonGreenGreenupHancockHardinHarlanHarrisonHartHendersonHenryHickmanHopkinsJacksonJeffersonJessamineJohnsonKentonKnottKnoxLarueLaurelLawrenceLeeLeslieLetcherLewisLincolnLivingstonLoganLyonMcCrackenMcCrearyMcLeanMadisonMagoffinMarionMarshallMartinMasonMeadeMenifeeMercerMetcalfeMonroeMontgomeryMorganMuhlenbergNelsonNicholasOhioOldhamOwenOwsleyPendletonPerryPikePowellPulaskiRobertsonRockcastleRowanRussellScottShelbySimpsonSpencerTaylorToddTriggTrimbleUnionWarrenWashingtonWayneWebsterWhitleyWolfeWoodfordCounty
The Kentucky Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR) assists Kentuckians with disabilities to achieve suitable employment and independence. The organization recognizes and respects the contribution of all individuals as a necessary and vital part of a productive society.
State Resources
Kentucky Partnership for Families and Children, Inc.
600 Teton Trail
Frankfort, KY
Tel: (502) 875-1320
Tel2: (800) 369-0533

Counties Served: AdairAllenAndersonBallardBarrenBathBellBooneBourbonBoydBoyleBrackenBreathittBreckinridgeBullittButlerCaldwellCallowayCampbellCarlisleCarrollCarterCaseyChristianClarkClayClintonCrittendenCumberlandDaviessEdmonsonElliottEstillFayetteFlemingFloydFranklinFultonGallatinGarrardGrantGravesGraysonGreenGreenupHancockHardinHarlanHarrisonHartHendersonHenryHickmanHopkinsJacksonJeffersonJessamineJohnsonKentonKnottKnoxLarueLaurelLawrenceLeeLeslieLetcherLewisLincolnLivingstonLoganLyonMcCrackenMcCrearyMcLeanMadisonMagoffinMarionMarshallMartinMasonMeadeMenifeeMercerMetcalfeMonroeMontgomeryMorganMuhlenbergNelsonNicholasOhioOldhamOwenOwsleyPendletonPerryPikePowellPulaskiRobertsonRockcastleRowanRussellScottShelbySimpsonSpencerTaylorToddTriggTrimbleUnionWarrenWashingtonWayneWebsterWhitleyWolfeWoodfordCounty
KPFC’s vision is that all families raising youth and children affected by behavioral health challenges will achieve their fullest potential. KPFC’s mission is to empower families affected by behavioral health challenges to initiate personal and systems change.
General
Kentucky Protection & Advocacy
5 Millcreek Park
Frankfort, KY
Tel: (800) 372-2988
Tel2: (502) 564-2967

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
The mission is to protect and promote the rights of Kentuckians with disabilities through legally based individual and systemic advocacy and education. Staff includes professional advocates and attorneys.
Legal, Future Planning
Kentucky PTA
148 Consumer Lane
Frankfort, KY
Tel: (502) 226-6607

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
Education
Kentucky River Point of Entry Kentucky Early Intervention System
115 Rockwood Lane
Hazard,, KY
Tel: 606-439-1325
Tel2: 800-328-1767

Counties Served: BreathittKnottLeeLeslieLetcherOwsleyPerryWolfeCounty
Kentucky Early Intervention System is available in all Kentucky counties. Services are available to any child and family who meet developmental eligibility criteria, regardless of income. Participation in Kentucky Early Intervention System is voluntary. Referrals are directed to teams at the district local point of entry (POE) offices.
State Resources
Kentucky School for the Blind
Office of Special Instructional Services
1867 Frankfort Ave.
Louisville, KY
Tel: (502) 897-1583

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
A K-12 public school serving Kentucky students who are blind and visually impaired. The school offers a Short Course program (1-12 weeks) of specialized instruction available to students throughout the school year. Summer school programs are offered in June and July.
Vision
Kentucky School for the Blind Outreach Services
1867 Frankfort Ave.
Louisville, KY
Tel: (502) 897-1583 x 7714

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
Outreach works in partnership with the Educational Cooperatives to facilitate expansion of regional services. KSB Outreach Consultants are assigned to each of the Educational Cooperatives as points of contact for services and programs offered by KSB. The Director of Special Education within local school districts may make referrals for services to the assigned KSB Outreach Consultant for their cooperative or by contacting KSB Director of Outreach. The Outreach department supports proficient student performance by assisting local school districts, including KSB and the Kentucky School for the Deaf, in reducing barriers to learning associated with a vision loss. It also provides students access to the general curriculum, the Kentucky Core Academic Standards, and Expanded Core Curriculum for Students with Visual Impairments.
Vision
Kentucky School for the Deaf
303 South Second St.,
Danville, KY
Tel: (859) 239-7017

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
Ensures that children and youth who are deaf or hard of hearing have educational opportunities to develop their potential to become educated, life-long learners and productive citizens.
Schools
Kentucky Service Providers Directory

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
For a complete list of Service Providers licensed in Kentucky please see: https://providerdirectory.dbhdid.ky.gov/
Service Providers
Kentucky Special Parent Involvement Network, Inc. (KY-Spin)
10301-B Deering Road
Louisville, KY
Tel: (502) 937-6894
Tel2: (800) 525-7746
County
The mission is to link families and individuals with disabilities to valuable resources that will enable them to live productive, fulfilling lives. A project of KY-SPIN, Inc., is the KY-SPIN Parent Center PTI (Parent Training & Information Project), which is funded by the U.S. Dept. of Education. KY-SPIN Parent Center provides training, information and support for children and youth with all types of disabilities (birth through 26 years old), their parents, families and professionals.
General
Kentucky Speech-Language-Hearing Association
838 E. High St.
Suite 263
Lexington, KY
Tel: (800) 837-2446

Counties Served: ClarkFayetteMadisonScottWoodfordCounty
The mission is to enhance the provision of quality services to persons with communication disorders and their families. KSHA provides broad-based education opportunities, public awareness and policy development initiatives, and supports professionals in speech-language pathology and audiology by promoting the highest standards for service providers.
Speech, Language, and Hearing
Kentucky State Department of Education
300 Sower Blvd
5th Floor
Frankfort, KY
Tel: (502) 564-3141

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
Create broad partnerships to provide leadership and support so that every student is equipped for the future.
Education
Kentucky State University Office of Disability Services
400 E. Main St.
Suite 107 Hathaway Hall Office,
Frankfort, KY
Tel: (502) 597-6041

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
The vision of the Office of Disability Services is to provide equal access and opportunities throughout the campus to individuals who have a disability, for academic and social success.
Education
Kentucky Transitions (Money Follows the Person Demonstration Grant)
275 East Main St
6 W-B
Frankfort, KY
Tel: (502) 564-0330
Tel2: (877) 564-0330

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
Kentucky Transitions helps people move out of nursing facilities or institutions and into their own homes. The Department for Medicaid Services developed the program in 2008 with a Money Follows the Person demonstration grant from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Kentucky Transitions has helped more than 750 people leave institutional care.
State Resources
Kentucky Youth Advocates
10200 Linn Station,
Suite 310
Louisville, KY
Tel: (502) 895-8167
Tel2: (888) 825-5592

Counties Served: JeffersonCounty
KYA advocates for policies that give children the best possible opportunities for a brighter future and are making Kentucky the best place in America to be young.
General
Key Assets Kentucky
961 Beasley St.
Suite 160 & 170
Lexington, KY
Tel: 859-226-5022

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
Key Assets provides support for specialized foster parents who care for children with developmental delays or autism.
Adoption and Fostering
Kids Center for Pediatric Therapies
982 Eastern Parkway
Louisville, KY
Tel: (502) 635-6397
Tel2: (502) 584-9781

Counties Served: JeffersonCounty
Since 1959, the Kids Center for Pediatric Therapies has been helping children with special needs. Each week the Center sees more than 300 children facing challenges such as autism, Down syndrome, spina bifida and cerebral palsy.
Medical and Therapy
Kids Center for Pediatric Therapies
982 Eastern Parkway
Louisville, KY
Tel: (502) 584-9781

Counties Served: JeffersonCounty
Since 1959, the Kids Center for Pediatric Therapies has been helping children with special needs. Each week the Center sees more than 300 children facing challenges such as autism, Down syndrome, spina bifida and cerebral palsy.
Spina Bifida
KIPDA Point of Entry Kentucky Early Intervention System
310 Whittington Parkway
Suite 200
Louisville, KY
Tel: 502-429-1249
Tel2: 800-442-0087

Counties Served: BullittHenryJeffersonOldhamShelbySpencerTrimbleCounty
Kentucky Early Intervention System is available in all Kentucky counties. Services are available to any child and family who meet developmental eligibility criteria, regardless of income. Participation in Kentucky Early Intervention System is voluntary. Referrals are directed to teams at the district local point of entry (POE) offices.
State Resources
KORE Academy
Porter Memorial Church
4300 Nicholasville Road
Lexington, KY
Tel: (859) 971-7129

Counties Served: FayetteCounty
KORE Academy serves students with various learning differences such as dyslexia, ADHD, language-based learning disabilities, processing or sensory disorders, autism, and more. Our program is individualized and highly structured to provide success for each student in school and in life. We invite you to explore our website!
Schools
Kraska & Associates, Inc.
437 Lewis Hargett Circle
Suite 120
Lexington, KY
Tel: (859) 219-0956

Counties Served: FayetteCounty
Private practice providing occupational and speech therapy services. Family-centered approach. Areas of specialty include sensory integration, sensory processing disorder, fine motor/handwriting, dyspraxia, autism, Asperger’s, articulation, phonological disorders and reading programs.
Medical and Therapy
Ky. Department of Education Special Education and Early Learning
300 Sower Blvd
5th Floor,
Frankfort,, KY
Tel: (502) 564-4970

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
The Office of Special Education and Early Learning (OSEEL) works to improve educational outcomes for diverse and early learners through training and coaching for local district staff and teachers, technical assistance, guidance and policy documents, and providing supports for students and their families.
Education
Ky. River Community Care Kentucky Community Mental Health Center
3830 Kentucky Highway 15-South
Jackson, KY
Tel: (606) 666-7591

Counties Served: BreathittKnottLeeLeslieLetcherOwsleyPerryWolfeCounty
Real Stories. Real people. Real Recovery. It starts with a decision. The choice to claim for yourself a better life. It starts by caring about who you are, because who you are is so important. When you give yourself a chance, the opportunity to get better will arrive. You are not alone. Today is the day to invest in you, because you’re worth it. What would your life look like if you were well? We are here to guide you, and the life you’ve been hoping for is possible. Now, let’s begin.
State Resources
Lake Cumberland Point of Entry Kentucky Early Intervention System
259 Parkers Mill Road
Somerset, KY
Tel: 606-678-2821
Tel2: 800-378-2821

Counties Served: AdairCaseyClintonCumberlandGreenMcCrearyPulaskiRussellTaylorWayneCounty
Kentucky Early Intervention System is available in all Kentucky counties. Services are available to any child and family who meet developmental eligibility criteria, regardless of income. Participation in Kentucky Early Intervention System is voluntary. Referrals are directed to teams at the district local point of entry (POE) offices.
State Resources
Lake Reba Park
Lake Reba Drive
Richmond, KY

Counties Served: MadisonCounty
Universal playground in Richmond, KY.
Accessible Playgrounds
Latitude Artist Community
740 National Ave
Suite 180
Lexington, KY
Tel: (859) 806-0195
Contact: Diana LeMay

Counties Served: FayetteCounty
Latitude is an art studio that serves all people, with an emphasis on those who are considered to have a disability. The multimodal activities, workshops and community outreach events form a framework that encourages us to recognize our own life’s narrative, and to then choose ways in which we may contribute to the well-being of our community.
The Arts
Learning Disabilities Association of Kentucky
2210 Goldsmith Lane
Suite 118
Louisville, KY
Tel: (502) 473-1256

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
The Learning Disabilities Association of Kentucky, Inc. is a non-profit organization of individuals with learning differences and attention difficulties, their parents, educators, and other service providers. This organization has been a continuous voice in this state for those who learn differently since 1966. This comprehensive mental health professional program includes the “co-morbid” disorders often found with individuals with learning disabilities, including anxiety, depression, obsessive compulsive disorder, anger control/bipolar disorder, and ADHD.
Learning Differences
Learning Disabilities Online

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
LD OnLine knows that there are many different ways to learn, and having the right tools at school and at home can change everything. Explore our resources and help every child reach their full potential.
Learning Differences
Legacy All Sports
261 Ruccio Way
Lexington, KY
Tel: (859) 977-8862

Counties Served: FayetteCounty
Carousel Kidz is a program to meet your child’s special needs with one-on-one gymnastics lessons.
Camps and Recreation
Lex. Parks and Recreation Therapeutic Recreation
Dunbar Community Center
545 N. Upper St.
Lexington., , KY
Tel: (859) 288-2900

Counties Served: FayetteCounty
Therapeutic Recreation programs provide opportunities for individuals with disabilities to enjoy activities through recreation, leisure and play, and to showcase their talents and abilities. Programs are designed to enhance the overall health, wellness and social needs of individuals with disabilities. A variety of recreation and sport opportunities are available such as adult fitness, adaptive aquatics, archery, Miracle League Baseball, cooking, summer camps, drama, hand drumming, art, day-trip outings, overnight excursions, bowling, horsemanship, dance class, special events, Zumba, yoga and more.
Camps and Recreation
Lexington Children’s Theatre
418 W. Short St.
Lexington,, KY
Tel: (859) 254-4546

Counties Served: FayetteCounty
LCT is committed to creating an environment where everyone feels welcome to enjoy the magic of theatre. Join LCT for sensory friendly performances that are designed to be a safe environment where young people with sensory sensitivities or disabilities, first-time theatre goers, young children, and their friends and family are free to speak, respond and move around the seating area in reaction to the story. ASL interpretation and audio description are also available. www.lctonstage.org/tickets/access-at-lct/
The Arts
Lexington Hearing and Speech Center
350 Henry Clay Blvd.,
Lexington, KY
Tel: (859) 268-4545

Counties Served: ClarkFayetteJessamineMadisonScottWoodfordCounty
Provides diagnostic, therapeutic and educational services for individuals with hearing, speech and language impairments.
Speech, Language, and Hearing
Life Plan of Kentucky, Inc.
230 Lexington Green Circle
Suite 120
Lexington,, KY
Tel: (859) 523-2323

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
Life Plan is a pooled special needs trust serving people with disabilities and their families in Kentucky who have countable resources in excess of $2000.00 and need to maintain their eligibility for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or Medicaid. People can open an account with Life Plan where the funds can be professionally managed, and then requests can be made for expenses that improve the quality of the person’s life. Life Plan provides Trustee services for both individuals with disabilities as well as family members who wish to plan for the future.
Legal, Future Planning
Lifeskills Kentucky Community Mental Health Center
380 Suwanee Trail St.
Bowling Green, KY
Tel: (270) 901-5000

Counties Served: AllenBarrenButlerEdmonsonHartLoganMetcalfeMonroeSimpsonWarrenCounty
LifeSkills, Inc. is a private, nonprofit corporation that contracts with the Kentucky Department for Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities and Addiction Services for about 30% of its funding. The remainder of LifeSkills’ revenues is generated through third party payers, industrial and other contracts, grants and local support. LifeSkills is governed by a 21-member, volunteer Board of Directors representing the Kentucky counties of Allen, Barren, Butler, Edmonson, Hart, Logan, Metcalfe, Monroe, Simpson, and Warren Counties.
State Resources
Lincoln Trail Point of Entry Kentucky Early Intervention System
2935 Dolphin Drive
Building 2 Suite 204
Elizabethtown, KY
Tel: 270-737-5921
Tel2: 800-454-2764

Counties Served: BreckinridgeGraysonHardinLarueMarionMeadeNelsonWashingtonCounty
Kentucky Early Intervention System is available in all Kentucky counties. Services are available to any child and family who meet developmental eligibility criteria, regardless of income. Participation in Kentucky Early Intervention System is voluntary. Referrals are directed to teams at the district local point of entry (POE) offices.
State Resources
Logan County Arc

Tel: (270) 726-2218
Contact: Thomas Thompson

Counties Served: LoganCounty
Local Chapter
General
Louisville ADHD
11405 Park Road
Suite 220
Louisville, KY
Tel: (502) 384-ADHD (2343)
Contact: Dr. F. Allen Walker

Counties Served: JeffersonCounty
Hello, my name is Dr. F. Allen Walker and I am an Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) success story. I have been studying, diagnosing, and treating attention deficit hyperactivity disorder for many many years. Diagnosed at 25 years old, through perseverance and family support my personal struggle with ADHD has gradually evolved into one of success.
Mental Health Providers
Louisville Area Arc

Tel: (502) 939-8273
Contact: Serena Jacobs

Counties Served: JeffersonCounty
Local Chapter
General
Louisville Parks and Recreation Adaptive and Inclusive Recreation
1300 Heafer Road
Louisville,, KY
Tel: (502) 456-8148

Counties Served: JeffersonCounty
Offers adaptive sports and recreation for people in Jefferson and outlying counties. Programs include the state’s only Paralympics Sports Club, plus health and wellness classes such as nutrition, yoga, and exercise and strength training classes. Sports offerings include wheelchair basketball, wheelchair tennis, bocce ball, pickle ball and wheelchair pickle ball, archery, adaptive golf, goal ball and beep baseball for people with low or no vision. Clinics are offered in track & field, wheelchair lacrosse, sled hockey and more. Louisville is also home to the state wheelchair basketball team, Louisville Spokes & Spires.
Camps and Recreation
LYSA’s TOPSoccer Program
404 Sporting Court
Lexington, KY
Tel: (859) 223-5632

Counties Served: FayetteCounty
TOPSoccer (The Outreach Program for Soccer) is a community-based soccer program designed to meet the needs of athletes with physical, developmental, and/or intellectual disabilities. Player participation and development are key elements of the program. TOPSoccer is designed to improve the overall fitness, self-esteem and social skills of your athlete.
Camps and Recreation
Marshall Pediatric Therapy

Tel: (859) 224-2273

Counties Served: FayetteJessamineMadisonScottCounty
Offers occupational and speech therapy for Lexington and surrounding counties. The practice accepts EPSDT, most private insurance plans, participates with Kentucky First Steps, and offers payment plans and provides need-based scholarships from birth to age 21. For central Kentucky locations visit their site.
Medical and Therapy
Maysville Community and Technical College Office of Disability Support Services
1755 US Hwy. 68
Maysville, KY
Tel: (606) 759-7141

Counties Served: MasonCounty
MCTC assures equal access through services and accommodations for students with disabilities.
Education
Meade County Arc

Tel: (270) 980-0150
Contact: Mary Greenwell

Counties Served: MeadeCounty
Local Chapter
General
Medicaid Waiver Provider Directory

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
The Provider Directory is maintained by the Division of Developmental & Intellectual Disabilities. Contact information for provider agencies certified to provide SCL/Michelle P. Medicaid waiver services may be accessed in this interactive map.
State Resources
Mental Health America of Kentucky
1588 Leestown Road
Suite 130 #279,
Lexington, KY
Tel: (859) 684-7778

Counties Served: ClarkFayetteJessamineMadisonScottWoodfordCounty
MHA is the nation’s leading community-based non-profit dedicated to addressing the needs of those living with mental illness and to promoting the overall mental health of all Americans. The work is driven by a commitment to promote mental health as a critical part of overall wellness, including prevention services for all; early identification and intervention for those at risk; integrated care, services and supports for those who need it; with recovery as the goal.
Mental Health Providers
Mental Health America of Northern Kentucky & Southwest Ohio
912 Scott St.
Covington, KY
Tel: (859) 431-1077

Counties Served: BooneCampbellCarrollGallatinGrantKentonOwenCounty
MHA is the nation’s leading community-based non-profit dedicated to addressing the needs of those living with mental illness and to promoting the overall mental health of all Americans. The work is driven by a commitment to promote mental health as a critical part of overall wellness, including prevention services for all; early identification and intervention for those at risk; integrated care, services and supports for those who need it; with recovery as the goal.
Mental Health Providers
Meredith Dunn School
3023 Melbourne Ave.,
Louisville, KY
Tel: (502) 456-5819

Counties Served: JeffersonCounty
Kindergarten – 8th grade specialized school that addresses each child’s unique abilities and needs to empower them to become confident learners and resilient individuals.
Schools
Morehead State University Disability Service
Adron Doran University Center
Suite 202
Morehead, KY
Tel: (606) 783-5188

Counties Served: RowanCounty
This office ensures that the university’s programs, activities, services and the campus itself are accessible to all students and visitors.
Education
Mountain Comprehensive Care Center Kentucky Community Mental Health Center
104 S. Front Ave.
Prestonsburg, KY
Tel: (606) 886-8572

Counties Served: FloydJohnsonMagoffinMartinPikeCounty
Mountain Comprehensive Care Center's mission is to provide quality behavioral healthcare that offers recovery and hope. Our programs have been developed to address the most pressing issues affecting people from all walks of life within our region. We believe that everyone should be treated with dignity and respect. The programs below encompass a broad array of services that share a common goal: to help you gain control of difficulties in your life so that you can focus on what matters the most.
State Resources
Multiple Sclerosis Society

Tel: (800) 344-4867

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
The Indiana, Kentucky and Tennessee Chapter works to improve the quality of life for people affected by MS in Tennessee, Indiana and Kentucky and raise funds for critical MS research. Join the movement toward a world free of MS.
Medical and Therapy
NAMI (National Alliance for the Mentally Ill) KY
201 Mechanic St.
Suite 219
Lexington, Ky., , KY
Tel: (859) 225-6264

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
NAMI is the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness. Visit their site for offices around Kentucky.
Mental Health Providers
National Down Syndrome Congress
30 Mansell Court,
Suite 108
Roswell, KY
Tel: (770) 604-9500

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
The NDSC provides up-to-date information on topics of interest to people with Down syndrome, family members, friends, professionals and interested others. The Center works to promote the availability of and accessibility to a full range of opportunities and/or resources that meet individual and family needs.
Down Syndrome
National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS)
1155 15th Street NW, ,
Suite 540
Washington, KY
Tel: 800) 221-4602

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
The mission of the National Down Syndrome Society is to be the national advocate for the value, acceptance and inclusion of people with Down syndrome. www.ndss.org
Down Syndrome
New Perceptions
1 Sperti Drive
Edgewood, KY
Tel: (859) 344-9322

Counties Served: KentonCounty
Non-profit organization has been dedicated to enriching lives of those with intellectual/developmental disabilities since 1952.
Service Providers
New Vista
1351 Newtown Pike,
Lexington, KY
Tel: (859) 253-1686
Tel2: 24-hour help line (800) 928-8000

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
New Vista serves children and adults in 17 Central Kentucky counties with services in mental health, substance use and intellectual and developmental disabilities. Individuals and families receive services at the location nearest to them. New Vista has four anchor centers providing a full range of services in Boyle, Fayette, Madison and Scott Counties. The anchor centers are surrounded by satellite offices in neighboring counties.
Mental Health Providers
New Vista Kentucky Community Mental Health Center
1351 Newtown Pike
Building 5
Lexington, KY
Tel: (859) 253-1686
Tel2: 24-hour help line (800) 928-8000

Counties Served: AndersonBourbonBoyleClarkEstillFayetteGarrardHarrisonJessamineLincolnMadisonMercerNicholasPowellScottWoodfordCounty
In 1966, New Vista was the first community mental health center in Kentucky. From that date, our mission has been clear, we exist to help children, adults and families live their best life.
State Resources
New Vista Regional Office
1351 Newtown Pike
Lexington, KY
Tel: (859) 253-1686
Tel2: 24-hour help line (800) 928-8000

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
New Vista serves children and adults in 17 Central Kentucky counties with services in mental health, substance use and intellectual and developmental disabilities. Individuals and families receive services at the location nearest to them. New Vista has four anchor centers providing a full range of services in Boyle, Fayette, Madison and Scott Counties. The anchor centers are surrounded by satellite offices in neighboring counties.
Service Providers
Nick Wallace, Financial Planner
330 E. Main St.
Suite, 300
Lexington, KY
Tel: (859) 302-1223 /
Contact: NIck Wallace

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
Northwestern Mutual Provides financial planning, life insurance, investments for special needs families to fund special needs trusts and retirement.
Legal, Future Planning
Northern Kentucky University Office of Disability Services
Louie B. Nunn Dr.
Student Union, Suite 303
Highland Heights,, KY
Tel: (859) 572-5282

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
NKU provides learner-centered assistance and resources to students with disabilities in their transition to Northern Kentucky University.
Education
NorthKey Community Care

Tel: (877) 331-3292
Tel2: (859) 578-3200

Counties Served: BooneCampbellKentonCounty
NCC is paving the way to a community that is healthy in mind and spirit in the Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky areas with a comprehensive continuum of mental health, developmental disability and substance abuse care. Multiple locations in Northern Kentucky
Medical and Therapy
NorthKey Community Care Kentucky Community Mental Health Center
502 Farrell Drive,
Covington, KY
Tel: (859) 578-3200
Tel2: 877) 331-3292

Counties Served: BooneCampbellCarrollGallatinGrantKentonOwenPendletonCounty
NorthKey seeks to provide the right service, at the right time and in the right place. Our mission statement is “transforming lives and communities through excellence in mental health, substance use and developmental disability services“. NorthKey Community Care will be recognized as the leader of integrated primary healthcare for individuals and families with behavioral healthcare needs and developmental disabilities.
State Resources
NorthKey Kentucky Early Intervention System
502 Farrell Drive
Covington, KY
Tel: 859-578-3200
Tel2: 888-300-8866

Counties Served: BooneCampbellCarrollGallatinGrantKentonOwsleyPendletonCounty
Kentucky Early Intervention System is available in all Kentucky counties. Services are available to any child and family who meet developmental eligibility criteria, regardless of income. Participation in Kentucky Early Intervention System is voluntary. Referrals are directed to teams at the district local point of entry (POE) offices.
State Resources
Norton Child Development and Genetic Center
411 E. Chestnut St
Louisville, KY
Tel: (502) 588-0850

Counties Served: JeffersonCounty
Provides center-based and outreach diagnostic evaluations and treatment to infants and children with, or at risk for, developmental disabilities, congenital anomalies, genetic disorders, autism, organic behavior disorders (ADHD) and learning disabilities, as well as genetic counseling to adults.
Medical and Therapy
Norton Child Development and Genetic Center
411 E. Chestnut St.
Louisville, KY
Tel: (502) 588-0850

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
Provides center-based and outreach diagnostic evaluations and treatment to infants and children with, or at risk for, developmental disabilities, congenital anomalies, genetic disorders, autism, organic behavior disorders (ADHD) and learning disabilities, as well as genetic counseling to adults.
Medical and Therapy
NuMotion

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
With a strong local focus, NuMotion aims to be the most responsive and innovative complex wheelchair company with which to do business. Visit website for Kentucky locations.
Miscellaneous
Ohio Valley Branch of the International Dyslexia Association

County
A non-profit, scientific and educational organization dedicated to the study and treatment of dyslexia. This Branch was formed to increase public awareness of dyslexia in the Southern Ohio, Southeast Indiana, Kentucky and Huntington, West Virginia areas.
Learning Differences
Pathways
P.O. Box 790
Ashland, KY
Tel: (606) 324-1141
Tel2: (800) 562-8909

Counties Served: BathBoydCarterElliottGreenupLawrenceMenifeeMontgomeryMorganRowanCounty
Pathways assists in obtaining individual and family-determined supports for persons who have developmental disabilities or intellectual disabilities. Goals are to serve and enhance opportunities for making choices that promote inclusion as a valued citizen in all meaningful phases of community life.
Service Providers
Pathways to Careers and Special Programs
300 Sower Blvd
5th Floor
Frankfort,, KY
Tel: (502) 564-4286
Contact: Charlene Baxter

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
In short, Career and Technical Education (CTE) is an essential component of the high school curriculum. For many students, it represents as much as a third of their high school experience. It is a critical component in meeting the needs of students in academic achievement, career exploration, career preparation and leadership development. Successful transition to postsecondary education, work or the military is one of the goals of Kentucky's educational system. The percentage of students making successful transition is a component of the high school accountability index.
State Resources
Pathways, Inc. Kentucky Community Mental Health Center
P.O. Box 790
1212 Bath Ave
Ashland, KY
Tel: (606) 329-8588

Counties Served: BathBoydCarterElliottGreenupLawrenceMenifeeMontgomeryMorganRowanCounty
In 1966, a group of concerned citizens incorporated the Nineteenth Regional Mental Health / Mental Retardation Board in response to President Kennedy’s initiative to drastically alter the delivery of behavioral health services. As a result, federal funds were issued to establish the Appalachian Comprehensive Care Center to provide behavioral health services in Boyd, Carter, Greenup, and Lawrence counties. Elliott County was added later when statewide districts were formed by the state / federal governments. In 1972, the name was changed to Lansdowne Comprehensive Care Center, and in 1982 Lansdowne merged with the Cave Run Comprehensive Care Center to become Pathways, Inc. (hereinafter, Pathways). Five additional counties – Bath, Menifee, Montgomery, Morgan, and Rowan – were added to the catchment area following the merger.
State Resources
Paws With Purpose
P.O. Box 5458
Louisville, KY
Tel: (502) 689-0804 /

Counties Served: JeffersonCounty
Founded in 2003, Paws with Purpose (PwP) is a 501(c) non-profit organization that provides highly skilled Assistance Dogs as partners to children and adults with physical disabilities or other special needs. These dogs provide comfort and companionship; help to break down social barriers, and perform many tasks that help their partners lead more independent lives. With the assistance of generous donors, and dedicated / enthusiastic volunteers, PwP is committed to providing highly skilled assistance dogs to recipients. Based in Louisville, Kentucky, PwP is proud to provide these highly trained companions to individuals living within a 35-mile radius of Louisville, KY.
Service Dogs
Pennyrile Point of Entry Kentucky Early Intervention System
400A Hammond Plaza
Hopkinsville, KY
Tel: 270-886-5186
Tel2: 877-473-7766

Counties Served: CaldwellChristianCrittendenHopkinsLyonMuhlenbergToddTriggCounty
Kentucky Early Intervention System is available in all Kentucky counties. Services are available to any child and family who meet developmental eligibility criteria, regardless of income. Participation in Kentucky Early Intervention System is voluntary. Referrals are directed to teams at the district local point of entry (POE) offices.
State Resources
Pennyroyal MH / MR Board Kentucky Community Mental Health Center
3999 Fort Campbell Blvd
Hopkinsville, KY
Tel: (270) 886-2205

Counties Served: CaldwellChristianCrittendenHopkinsLyonMuhlenbergToddTriggCounty
The Pennyroyal Center was established on September 1, 1967 and now provides mental health, substance use, intellectual and developmental disabilities services to the 8 western Kentucky counties of Caldwell, Christian, Crittenden, Hopkins, Lyon, Muhlenberg, Todd and Trigg.
State Resources
Personal Care Attendant Program Department for Aging and Independent Living
275 E. Main St
3E-E
Frankfort,, KY
Tel: (502) 564-6930 Ext 3477

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
The Personal Care Attendant Program helps severely physically disabled adults at risk of being institutionalized to live in their own homes and communities by subsidizing costs of personal attendant services.
State Resources
Police Autism Community Training

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
PACT is a non-profit program aimed at educating and raising autism awareness within Kentucky’s law enforcement departments. PACT seeks to increase awareness and knowledge through a classroom session focused on improving miscommunication among law enforcement officials and individuals with autism.
Autism
Prestonsburg Arc

Tel: (606) 268-0808
Contact: Deborah Hall

Counties Served: FloydCounty
Local Chapter
General
Prevent Child Abuse Kentucky
801 Corporate Drive,
Suite 120
Lexington, KY
Tel: (859) 225-8879
Tel2: 1-800-CHILDREN

Counties Served: FayetteCounty
The mission of PCAK is to prevent the abuse and neglect of Kentucky’s children through advocacy, education, awareness and training. PCAK is helping to build a better Kentucky by shaping future leaders and their families to ensure Kentucky’s children grow up in safe, healthy environments. Being a parent can be tough. For FREE, confidential information and support, call the helpline at 1-800-CHILDREN.
General
Progressive Educational Program, Inc.
212 Venture Way
Somerset, KY
Tel: (606) 677-2514

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
Cress Certified Dyslexia Tester. Specializing in tutoring children with Dyslexia. Progressive Educational Program, Inc. helps children and adults who struggle with reading, writing and spelling.
Learning Differences
Public Library Home Delivery Service

County
Many of the state’s county public libraries offer home delivery service for those with physical limitations that prevent them from visiting. Below are libraries in the state’s most populous areas. Contact the public library in your county to inquire about services.
General
Public School Parent Resource Centers
275 E. Main St.
3C-G
Frankfort, KY
Tel: (502) 564-4986

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
Nearly all public schools in the state have Parent Resource Centers, which are divided into 11 Regions. The mission is to remove nonacademic barriers to learning as a means to enhance student academic success. The Centers are also places where families of children with special needs can receive parent-to-parent counseling on special education issues and concerns. Families are welcome to visit and preview materials from the lending library, which has many books, videotapes and periodicals related to disability. The staff can connect parents to resources and support groups and also help with online research. Visit our site to find your region.
Education
Purchase Point of Entry Kentucky Early Intervention System
425 Broadway
Suite 204
Paducah, KY
Tel: 270-442-6223
Tel2: 800-648-6599

Counties Served: BallardCallowayCarlisleFultonGravesHickmanLivingstonMcCrackenMarshallCounty
Kentucky Early Intervention System is available in all Kentucky counties. Services are available to any child and family who meet developmental eligibility criteria, regardless of income. Participation in Kentucky Early Intervention System is voluntary. Referrals are directed to teams at the district local point of entry (POE) offices.
State Resources
R.E.A.C.H of Louisville
501 Park Ave.
Louisville, KY
Tel: (502) 585-1911

Counties Served: JeffersonCounty
REACH provides an exemplary SCL program with support for individuals and families through highly qualified support staff, which includes psychologists, social workers, crisis support managers, recreational specialists and special educators.
Service Providers
Radio Eye
1733 Russell Cave Road,
Lexington, KY
Tel: (859) 422-6390
Tel2: 800-238-5193 ext. 1010

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
Radio Eye broadcasts the reading of current news, public service and general interest programming to listeners and others who are blind and print-disabled. Radio Eye, which serves Lexington, Louisville and parts of Eastern Kentucky, strives to produce high-quality programming designed to help the listening audience lead enriched, productive and independent lives.
Vision
Redwood Assistive Technology Center
71 Orphanage Road
Ft. Mitchell, KY
Tel: (859) 331-0880

Counties Served: BooneCampbellKentonCounty
Redwood guides children and adults with severe and multiple disabilities to achieve independence and reach their highest potential with enriching educational, vocational and therapy services.
Assistive Technology
Redwood Rehabilitation Center
71 Orphanage Road
Ft. Mitchell, KY
Tel: (859) 331-0880

Counties Served: CampbellGrantKentonPendletonCounty
A non-profit organization funded by United Way, Redwood guides children and adults with multiple and severe disabilities to achieve independence and to reach their highest potential throughout their lives, by providing enriching educational, therapeutic and vocational services.
Service Providers
RiverValley Behavioral Health, Inc. Kentucky Community Mental Health Center
1100 Walnut St.
Owensboro,, KY
Tel: (270) 689- 6500

Counties Served: DaviessHancockHendersonMcLeanOhioUnionWebsterCounty
RiverValley Behavioral Health is the Commonwealth of Kentucky’s designated regional Community Mental Health Center that offers a full range of behavioral health services, substance use treatment, and intellectual and disabilities services to adults, children, adolescents, and their families.
State Resources
Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Bluegrass
1300 Sports Center Drive,
Lexington, KY
Tel: (859) 268-0757

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
This charity exists to create and support programs that directly improve the health and well-being of children and to strengthen families by keeping them together in times of medical need.
Medical and Therapy
Safe Kids Fayette County Coalition
Kentucky Children’s Hospital
800 Rose St
Lexington, KY
Tel: (859) 323-1153

Counties Served: FayetteCounty
Safe Kids Fayette County (KY) is led by Kentucky Children's Hospital, which provides dedicated and caring staff, operation support and other resources to assist in achieving our common goal: keeping your kids safe. Based on the needs of the community, this coalition implements evidence-based programs, such as car-seat checkups, safety workshops and sports clinics, that help parents and caregivers prevent childhood injuries.
General
Safe Kids Kentucky Coalition
275 E. Main St
HS2W-A, Suite 242
Frankfort, KY
Tel: (502) 564-2154 ext 4459
Contact: Brittany Nichols

Counties Served: FranklinCounty
Safe Kids Kentucky is led by Kentucky Department of Health, which provides dedicated and caring staff, operation support and other resources to assist in achieving our common goal: keeping your kids safe. Based on the needs of the community, this coalition implements evidence-based programs, such as car-seat checkups, safety workshops and sports clinics, that help parents and caregivers prevent childhood injuries.
General
Safe Kids Louisville and Jefferson County Coalition
315 E. Broadway
Louisville, KY
Tel: (502) 629-7244
Contact: Kinzie Evrard

Counties Served: JeffersonCounty
Safe Kids Louisville is led by Norton Children’s Hospital, which provides dedicated and caring staff, operation support and other resources to assist in achieving our common goal: keeping your kids safe. Based on the needs of the community, this coalition implements evidence-based programs, such as car-seat checkups, safety workshops and sports clinics, that help parents and caregivers prevent childhood injuries.
General
Seven Counties Services Kentucky Community Mental Health Center
10401 Linn Station Road
Suite 100
Louisville, KY
Tel: (502) 589-1100

Counties Served: BullittHenryJeffersonOldhamShelbySpencerTrimbleCounty
As Kentucky’s leading Community Mental Health Center and behavioral health services provider, Seven Counties Services proudly serves individuals and families throughout Bullitt, Henry, Jefferson, Oldham, Shelby, Spencer & Trimble counties. We’ve helped thousands of individuals on their journey to recovery!
State Resources
Shriners Hospital for Children
110 Conn Terrace,
Lexington, KY
Tel: (859) 266-2101

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
Shriners Hospitals for Children has a mission to provide the highest quality care to children with orthopedic or neuromusculoskeletal disorders and diseases within a compassionate, family-centered and collaborative care environment.
Spina Bifida
Shriners Hospitals for Children
110 Conn Terrace
Lexington, KY
Tel: (859) 266-2101

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
Shriners Hospitals for Children has a mission to provide the highest quality care to children with orthopedic or neuromusculoskeletal disorders and diseases within a compassionate, family-centered and collaborative care environment.
Medical and Therapy
Silver Circles, Inc.
2396 New Shepherdsville Road,
Bardstown, KY
Tel: (859) 489-7773
Tel2: (812) 273-6986
Contact: Catherine C. Barnes, Director & Irlen Diagnostician

Counties Served: FayetteNelsonCounty
We are a psychological, educational and diagnostic service with offices in Bardstown, KY, Lexington, KY, Indianapolis, IN and Madison, IN. The Irlen Method uses colored overlays and precision tinted filters, worn as glasses, to reduce or eliminate perceptual difficulties and light sensitivity.
Vision
SKY Pediatric Dentistry
234 Natchez Trace Ave.
Bowling Green, KY
Tel: (270) 715-5437
Contact: Dr. Mandy Ashley, DMD, MsEd, MS

Counties Served: WarrenCounty
Dentistry for children and teens with special needs.
Medical and Therapy
Social Security Administration

Tel: (800) 772-1213

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
State Resources
Social Security Adminstration Kentucky

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
Find your local Social Security Office with this locator.
State Resources
Special Needs Homeschooling

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
A blog written by a mother with children with special needs, the author provides resources she has found helpful in homeschooling her children.
Education
Special Olympics Kentucky
105 Lakeview Court
Frankfort, KY
Tel: (502) 695-8222

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
Special Olympics is the world’s largest program of sports training and competition for children and adults with intellectual disabilities.
Camps and Recreation
Spina Bifida Association of Kentucky
Kosair Charities
982 Eastern Parkway, Suite 18
Louisville, KY
Tel: (502) 637-7363

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
The Spina Bifida Association of Kentucky is a resource center for children, their families and adults affected by Spina Bifida. SBAK educates parents how to be the best advocate for their child, and helps children and adults overcome physical, cognitive and social challenges to become successful and independent. The mission is to promote the prevention of Spina Bifida and enhance the lives of all those affected.
Spina Bifida
Sproutlings Pediatric Day Care & Preschool
Kosair Charities Center
3800 Tom Larimore Lane
Louisville, KY
Tel: (502) 753-8222

Counties Served: JeffersonCounty
Located on the Masonic Homes Kentucky campus Sproutlings is a dual-licensed program and has spaces for medically fragile children and children in traditional day care or preschool. Staffed by Registered Nurses, Certified Nursing Assistants, teachers and teacher aides, and caring for a wide variety of medical conditions. Medicaid and private insurance is accepted.
Schools
Square One Specialists in Child and Adolescent Development
6440 Dutchmans Parkway
Louisville, KY
Tel: (502) 896-2606

Counties Served: JeffersonCounty
Comprehensive medical, psychological, psychiatric, educational, and speech-language evaluations are offered to help understand differences that impact children’s and adolescents’ development, behaviors and emotions.
Medical and Therapy
St. Rita School for the Deaf
1720 Glendale Milford Road
Cincinnati, KY
Tel: (513) 771-7600

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
Today parents have many choices and decisions to make in regards to education for their child. Children who are deaf, hard of hearing, or have communication needs thrive in an environment that meets their individual needs educationally and socially. Collaborating and working as a team that includes teachers, parents, school districts, and outside agencies, St. Rita School for the Deaf is able to offer an environment that helps promote the development of the whole child which includes education and socialization programs.
Speech, Language, and Hearing
Stewart Home School
4200 Lawrenceburg Road
Frankfort, KY
Tel: (502) 227-4821

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
Discover a residential school that offers lifelong learning, a postsecondary experience, the opportunity to attain a GED, vocational training and countless social and recreational activities among friends from all around the world.
Schools
STRIDE
150 Maryland Ave.
Winchester, KY
Tel: (859) 744-0370

Counties Served: ClarkCounty
STRIDE serves individuals who have a learning or developmental disability and are at least 16 years of age. Daily programming includes cooking classes, dances, Special Olympic activities, daily living skills classes and much more in an effort to improve the quality of life for participants. All participants are expected to live up to their responsibilities at home, work and in the STRIDE program. Motto: “We have an obligation to expect the best out of our participants and try to help them to continue to improve their skills.”
Service Providers
Summit Academy of Louisville
11508 Main St.
Louisville, KY
Tel: (502) 244-7090

Counties Served: JeffersonCounty
Summit Academy is an independent, non-profit K-12 school in Louisville. Summit Academy provides a transformative educational experience for students who learn differently by cultivating each student’s academic, social and emotional success in a vibrant and compassionate environment. Summit provides a place where each student’s learning challenges are understood and met using a whole child approach; a place where the school celebrates and develops children’s strengths, as well as addressing their area of difficulty. It’s a safe place where each young learner is treated and educated as an individual – in an atmosphere of caring and respect that allows students to succeed.
Schools
Superior Van & Mobility
761 E. New Circle Road
Lexington, KY
Tel: (859) 253-1832

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
Superior Van & Mobility provides mobility solutions for the consumer and commercial transportation industry. Member of the National Mobility Equipment Dealers Association and a participant in NMEDAs Quality Assurance Program, which is recognition reserved for the highest quality mobility dealers.
Miscellaneous
Superior Van & Mobility
1506 Lakeshore Court, Louisville, Ky., 40223

Tel: (502) 447-8267

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
Superior Van & Mobility provides mobility solutions for the consumer and commercial transportation industry. Member of the National Mobility Equipment Dealers Association and a participant in NMEDAs Quality Assurance Program, which is recognition reserved for the highest quality mobility dealers.
Miscellaneous
TASH Kentucky Chapter

Tel: (859) 373-8920
Contact: Darrell Mattingly
County
KY-TASH supports the inclusion and full participation of children and adults with disabilities in all aspects of their communities as determined by personalized visions of quality of life. Our KY-TASH vision is that people with significant disabilities in Kentucky will: Lead fulfilled lives with high expectations of self and from others, Have good jobs that are challenging and fit their talents and interests, Be welcomed by communities of faith, Have adequate health care and support, Have family and friends, Have sufficient flexible funding, Be respected and supported for the unique individual each person is, Have support to live in typical neighborhoods and homes
General
The Arc of Kentucky
706 East Main St.
Suite A
Frankfort, KY
Tel: (800) 281-1272
County
The Arc of Kentucky is the largest statewide community-based volunteer organization advocating for and with people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) and their families. The Arc works tirelessly to uphold the vision that every individual and family living with I/DD in Kentucky has access to the information, advocacy and skills they need to support their full inclusion and participation in the community throughout their lifetimes
General
The Arc of the United States
1825 K Street
NW, Suite 1200
Washington, KY
Tel: (800) 433-5255
County
The Arc promotes and protects the human rights of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and actively supports their full inclusion and participation in the community throughout their lifetimes.
General
The Bair Foundation
2393 Alumni Drive
Suite 205
Lexington, KY
Tel: (859) 519-3273

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
Bair Foundation is a therapeutic Foster Care agency in the process of getting the certification for caring for medically complex children. Bair Foundation foster care families are specially trained to care for children with medical and behavioral needs. Bair Foundation provides trauma-informed care for all children, helping them face challenging behaviors, and provides them with stable environments while focusing on the child’s strengths.
Adoption and Fostering
The Center for Courageous Kids
1501 Burnley Road,
Scottsville, KY
Tel: (270) 618-2900

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
The Center for Courageous Kids (CCK) is a medical camp where children with disabilities or life-threatening illnesses will experience what a real camp is like, in a setting that is physically safe and medically sound. The camp offers children who are typically watching rather than participating the opportunity to fully engage in camp activities that focus on their abilities. Illness specific summer camps for children (7-15) and illness specific family weekend retreats, free of charge.
Camps and Recreation
The Council for Exceptional Children
3100 Clarendon Blvd
Suite 600
Arlington, , KY
Tel: (888) 232-7733
Tel2: TTY (866) 915-5000

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
The largest international professional organization dedicated to improving educational outcomes for individuals with exceptionalities, students with disabilities, and/or the gifted. CEC is known as the source for information, resources, and professional development for special educators.
Education
The dePaul School
1925 Duker Ave.
Louisville, KY
Tel: (502) 459-6131

Counties Served: JeffersonCounty
Every child learns differently, and at The de Paul School, our mission is simple. We provide a caring and supportive educational environment for bright, talented students who are challenged by a learning difference. The de Paul School was established to meet the unique needs of our kindergarten through eighth-grade students. This includes students who are challenged by mathematics, written expression, auditory processing deficits, and extremely deficient organizational skills. This also includes those who have been diagnosed with dyslexia or ADHD. Because we realize that every child learns differently, we teach differently. This is why our teaching methods are custom for every student to support their success. Learn more about our unique program at The de Paul School by reading the information below.
Schools
The International Dyslexia Assn. – Ky. Branch
P.O. Box 22006
Louisville.,, KY
Tel: (502) 276-5153 /

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
The International Dyslexia Association Kentucky’s mission is to create a future for every individual who struggles with dyslexia and other related reading differences that results in a richer, more robust life and the access to tools and resources when they need them.
Learning Differences
The Kelly Autism Program Western Kentucky University
Clinical Education Complex
104 Alumni Ave.
Bowling Green,, KY
Tel: (270) 745-4232

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
The Kelly Autism Program offers educational support through Individual Education Plan assistance, classroom adaptations and tutoring, community involvement through active participation in community activities, social and leisure activities, job coaching, and parent support.
Autism
The Kid SpOt Center (Pediatric Therapy)

Tel: (502) 893-1380

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
The Kid SpOt Center provides supports to families of children with disabilities. Services include Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Positive Behavior Supports, ABA, Mental Health Counseling, Community Living Supports, Social Skills, Targeted Case Management, Medication Management and Neuropsychology Evaluations. For locations visit their site.
Medical and Therapy
The Kidz Club

Tel: 502-210-5538.

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
The Kidz Club is a prescribed pediatric extended care facility that provides skilled nursing care for children who are medically fragile in a daycare setting. Kidz Club children range from having highly complex medical conditions to kids who simply need to be monitored or have medication delivered. The Kidz Club provides educational enrichment, therapy follow-through, field trips and activities in a fun social setting. Transportation can be provided. Medicaid and private insurance accepted. There are no costs to children or their family. For locations visit their web site.
Medical and Therapy
The Kidz Club

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
The Kidz Club is a prescribed pediatric extended care facility that provides skilled nursing care for children who are medically fragile in a day care setting. Kidz Club children range from having highly complex medical conditions to kids that simply need to be monitored or have medication delivered. The Kidz Club provides educational enrichment, therapy follow-through, field trips and activities in a fun, social setting. Transportation can be provided. Medicaid and private insurance accepted. There are no costs to the child or their family. Bowling Green: 1347 Ky. Hwy. 185, Suite 2 Bowling Green, Ky., 42101, (270) 746-0333 - Erlanger: 527 Watson Road, Erlanger, Ky., 41018, (859) 727-0700 - Lexington: 2200 Regency Road, Lexington Ky., 40503, (859) 224-0799 - Louisville: 1517 Gagel Ave., Louisville, Ky., 40216, (502) 409-5316 - Louisville: 225 N. 25th St., Louisville, Ky., 40212, (502) 365-2426 - Louisville: 7140 Preston Highway, Louisville, Ky., 40219, (502) 368-9318
Medical and Therapy
The Langsford Center
2520 Bardstown Road, Louisville, Ky., 40205

Tel: (502) 473-7000

Counties Served: JeffersonCounty
The Langsford difference – what separates the program from traditional “tutoring” programs – is that at Langsford professionals determine and address the underlying learning processes that cause learning difficulties. Langsford helps people of all ages who are doing well in school but exerting disproportionate effort, as well as those who have been considered learning disabled or dyslexic. Call for other Louisville Locations.
Schools
The Lexington School’s The Learning Center
1050 Lane Allen Road
Lexington, KY
Tel: (859) 278-0501

Counties Served: FayetteCounty
The Learning Center provides a unique and essential service to children with language-based differences by offering an alternative to traditional classrooms. By creating a teaching environment that eliminates the major obstacles to learning, students are able to close the gap between achievement and their potential. Teacher-student ratios of 1:4 allow for individualized instruction in the core areas of greatest need. In addition, low student-teacher ratios will be maintained in other subjects such as science, social studies, computer skills, specials and social skills.
Schools
The Point- Arc of Northern KY
104 West Pike Street
Covington, KY
Tel: (859) 491-9191
Contact: Judi Gerding

Counties Served: BooneCampbellGrantKentonCounty
Local Chapter
General
The Provisions School & Family Counseling Center
301 Harvard Drive
Lexington, KY
Tel: (859) 396-0644

Counties Served: FayetteCounty
We are ONE business that serves TWO purposes. We are both a counseling agency that services individual, family, or children from the greater Lexington area, and a therapeutic learning environment that works with students that have struggled in traditional school.
Schools
The SHINE House
402 North Main St.,
Somerset, KY
Tel: (606) 416-5380

Counties Served: PulaskiCounty
The SHINE House is a non-profit community arts center whose goal is to provide instruction in a variety of visual arts forms in a creative educational space developed with inclusion in mind.
The Arts
Tourette Syndrome in the Bluegrass
346 Northridge Drive
Midway, KY
Tel: (270) 317-3046
Contact: Angela King

Counties Served: FayetteScottWoodfordCounty
Tourette Association of America (formerly Tourette Syndrome Association) is the only national organization serving the community, and works to raise awareness, advance research, and provide ongoing support to patients and families impacted by Tourette Syndrome and Tic Disorders. The TAA directs a network of 31 Chapters, 83 support groups and recognizes 18 Centers of Excellence across the country.
General
Toyota Bluegrass Miracle League
Central Lexington YMCA
239 East High St.,
Lexington, KY
Tel: (859) 367-7515

Counties Served: FayetteCounty
A baseball program for youth and adults with special needs. The leagues play on a specially designed field located at Shillito Park in Lexington. The all-accessible field is the only one of its kind in Kentucky with leagues in both spring and fall.
Camps and Recreation
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Trust Fund
275 E. Main St
3E-E
Frankfort, KY
Tel: (502) 564-6930
Contact: Tonia Wells
County
This program offers flexible funding and support for people with traumatic brain injuries. The fund supports supplemental, community-based efforts to meet the special needs of individuals with brain injury.
State Resources
United Way Metro
334 E. Broadway
P.O. Box 4488
Louisville, KY
Tel: (502) 583-2821

Counties Served: BullittJeffersonOldhamShelbyCounty
For more than 100 years, Metro United Way has united and empowered communities by investing in the full potential of individuals and families to ensure positive, sustainable change. We use data-driven insights to identify our community’s greatest needs and address systemic challenges with a focus on advancing equity and sharing opportunities for all. Together, we fight to improve the disparities that persist in education, economic mobility, and basic needs in Jefferson, Bullitt, Oldham and Shelby counties in Kentucky and Clark, Floyd and Harrison counties in Indiana. We invite you to join us and be a part of transforming Greater Louisville. To live better, we must LIVE UNITED.
General
United Way of Kentucky
P.O. Box 4653
Louisville, KY
Tel: (502) 589-6897
County
We are improving lives and empowering Kentuckians to succeed by uniting around education, health, and financial stability — the cornerstones of thriving families and communities! We envision Kentuckians united to give, advocate, and volunteer to advance the common good for all. Help Line: Dial 211
General
United Way of the Bluegrass
651 Perimeter Dr.
Suite 510
Lexington, KY
Tel: (859) 233-4460

Counties Served: FayetteCounty
At United Way of the Bluegrass, we know big things can happen when our community works together toward a common goal. We LIVE UNITED against poverty, and other social issues facing our schools, neighborhoods and communities.
General
University of Kentucky Disability Resource Center
725 Rose St
Multidisciplinary Science Building Suiite 407
Lexington, KY
Tel: (859) 257-2754

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
The DRC provides services to the University community so students with disabilities have an equal opportunity to fully participate in all aspects of University life.
Education
University of Louisville Disability Resource Center
119 Stevenson Hall,
Louisville, KY
Tel: (502) 852-6938

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
In recognition of disability as an important part of the diversity of the community, the DRC fosters an inclusive campus climate through education, service, collaboration, and outreach to the University of Louisville community.
Education
Visually Impaired Preschool Services (VIPS)
1906 Goldsmith Lane
Louisville, KY
Tel: (502) 636-3207
Tel2: (888) 636-8477

Counties Served: JeffersonCounty
The mission of Visually Impaired Preschool Services is to offer appropriate services to infants, toddlers and preschoolers who are visually impaired or blind and to their families; and to maximize each child’s development potential through direct services, advocacy and community education. VIPS staff includes certified teachers who specialize in early childhood education, visual impairment, O&M, and special education. Several staff members are also parents of visually impaired children.
Vision
Visually Impaired Preschool Services (VIPS)
350 Henry Clay Blvd.,
Lexington, KY
Tel: (859) 276-0335
Tel2: (888) 254-8477

Counties Served: FayetteCounty
The mission of Visually Impaired Preschool Services is to offer appropriate services to infants, toddlers and preschoolers who are visually impaired or blind and to their families; and to maximize each child’s development potential through direct services, advocacy and community education. VIPS staff includes certified teachers who specialize in early childhood education, visual impairment, O&M, and special education. Several staff members are also parents of visually impaired children. www.vips.org
Vision
Western Kentucky Assistive Technology Center
Wendell Foster’s Campus
815 Triplett St
Owensboro, KY
Tel: (270) 683-4517

Counties Served: DaviessCounty
Wendell Foster is a participating member of the Kentucky Assistive Technology Services (KATS) Network whose mission is to make AT information, devices, and services easily obtainable throughout the state.
Assistive Technology
Western Kentucky University Student Accessibility Resource Center
1906 College Heights Blvd.
Suite 21052
Bowling Green,, KY
Tel: (270) 745-5004

Counties Served: All CountiesCounty
The goal of the SARC is to ensure that all students with disabilities are provided access to all facets of the Western Kentucky University experience; to facilitate and coordinate support services and programs that enable students with disabilities to maximize their educational potential; and to increase awareness among all members of the University so that students with disabilities are able to achieve academic success based on their abilities, not their disabilities.
Education
WHAS Crusade for Children
520 West Chestnut St
Louisville, KY
Tel: (502) 582-7706

Counties Served: JeffersonCounty
The WHAS Crusade for Children, established in 1954, raises money for agencies, schools and hospitals to better the lives of children with special needs. The Crusade Advisory Panel, an independent board of interdenominational ministers, decides how donations are distributed each year.
General
Wildwood Music Therapy
2375 Professional Heights Dr
Ste 134C
Lexington,, KY
Tel: (859) 212-3260

Counties Served: ClarkFayetteJessamineMadisonScottWoodfordCounty
Our Vision: To increase accessibility to meaningful musical experiences through collaborative relationships with individuals and local communities. Our Mission: To support the health and wellbeing of individuals representing diverse communities by providing adaptable, creative, and evidence-based music therapy services.
Miscellaneous
Wilson Pediatric Therapy & Learning
424 Lewis Hargett Circle,
Suite B 100
Lexington, KY
Tel: (859) 475-4305

Counties Served: ClarkFayetteGarrardJessamineScottWoodfordCounty
Working with children with dyslexia and other learning differences. Wilson Pediatric offers occupational therapy, speech therapy, physical therapy, and dyslexia treatment services for kids of all ages. Their facilities are designed with your child in mind, with individual treatment rooms, a large gym, and a sensory gym.
Learning Differences
Zoom Group
1904 Embassy Square Blvd.
Louisville, KY
Tel: (502) 581-0658

Counties Served: JeffersonCounty
Zoom Group has been providing supports for individuals with disabilities for over 30 years. Zoom Group’s mission is to “EMPOWER, EDUCATE AND EMPLOY” people of all abilities.
Service Providers

National Resources

National Association of Councils on Developmental Disabilities (NACDD)

https://nacdd.org/

Information and Technical Assistance Center for Councils on Developmental Disabilities (ITACC)

https://itacchelp.org/

Administration on Community Living (ACL)

https://www.acl.gov

Administration on Disability

https://www.acl.gov/about-acl/administration-disabilities

For information on the Disabilities Assistance and Bill of Rights Act of 2000 (the DD Act)