Disaster Relief

Our hearts are with everyone affected by the recent tornado. Let’s stand together in support and compassion. Below are ways you can help and links to assistance for those in need. Rapid Needs Assessment: If...

Director’s Corner: You Can’t Pour from an Empty Cup

Hi, I hope this message finds you well and safe. As caregivers, we often pour every bit of our energy into supporting others—our families, friends, co-workers, and communities, leaving little or nothing for ourselves....

Director’s Corner: Emergency Planning

Hi, I hope this message finds you well and safe. Natural disasters are no stranger to Kentucky—especially right now. These moments remind us how essential emergency and crisis planning is in our daily lives....

Director’s Corner: Celebrating Who We Are!

Hi, hope all is well! One of my favorite things about people is how unique we all are, each bringing different knowledge and experiences to share. Let’s take every chance we get to spread...

Your Input is Needed

The annual Indicator 8 Parent Engagement survey is now out. 2025 Parent Survey: The parent survey is for parents of students receiving special education services. Your responses will help guide efforts to improve services...

Fact Sheet for Kentuckians Applying for FEMA Individual Assistance

Download Fact Sheet Here Kentuckians in 11 counties affected by the recent storms may be eligible Wed., Feb. 25, 2025 – Gov. Andy Beshear has announced that President Donald Trump approved hisrequest for an...

UPDATE: Kentucky Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Storm Replacement

Update: Kentucky Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients affected by the February 15 storms can now request replacement benefits through Monday, March 17. Recipients who lost food bought with SNAP due to flooding or...

Director’s Corner: Relationships

Hi, hope all is well. Relationships are at the heart of all we do. They are the key to our children’s and families success. Taking opportunities to nurture personal and professional relationships can have a...

Youth Guide to the IEP Pre-release Sign Up

We are currently finishing up editing this highly anticipated resource. Sign up here so we can send it straight to your inbox before its public release.

1915(c) Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) providers and participants

The Department for Medicaid Services (DMS), the Department for Behavioral Health, Developmental and Intellectual Disabilities (DBHDID), and the Department for Aging and Independent Living (DAIL) are working together to assess the impact of this devastating event. Governor...