Who do I call first for disability services in Kenton County, Kentucky?

Start with early intervention (children under 3), your school district's special education office (ages 3–21), and Kentucky vocational rehabilitation for employment. This guide points to the right front door for Kenton County.

Is help available in Spanish in Kenton County?

Yes. This Kenton County guide includes Spanish-language support, and most Kentucky agencies provide interpretation on request.

What should I do in a disability-related crisis in Kenton County?

For an immediate emergency call 911. For mental health crisis support call or text 988 (the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline), available 24/7. This page also lists local crisis resources where available.

Disability Services in Kenton County, Kentucky

A free, plain-language guide to disability services in Kenton County, Kentucky. Find who to call first for early intervention, special education, Medicaid waivers, transition planning, employment supports, and crisis help, with Spanish-language support. Always call to confirm details, which can change.

Services covered in Kenton County

Early intervention (under 3) and special education / IEPs (ages 3–21)
Medicaid waivers and home- and community-based services
Vocational rehabilitation and supported employment
Transition planning, guardianship, and benefits
Crisis support: 911 for emergencies, 988 for mental health crisis

Local organizations in Kenton County

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Kenton County. Details change, so always call to confirm before you visit.

Center for Independent Living Options - Covington ((859) 341-4346, Covington)
Project SEARCH — ABB Optical Group (Erlanger). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
The Arc of Kentucky. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Childrens Home of Northern Kentucky (859-261-8768, Covington)
NorthKey Community Care — Madison Office (859-578-3200, Covington)
6th District Elementary School (859-655-6100, Covington)
9th District Elementary (859-655-6100, Covington)
Arnett Elementary School (859-655-6100, Erlanger)
Dorothy Howell Elementary School (859-655-6100, Elsmere)
Fire Foundation Of Northern Kentucky Inc (PARK HILLS)
Redwood School & Rehabilitation Center Inc (FT MITCHELL)
A Step Ahead Pediatric Therapy (859-426-5666, CRESTVIEW HILLS). Early intervention (birth–3)
Almost Family Pc Of Kentucky, Llc (859-341-6888, FT WRIGHT). In-home support
Behavioral Health Outpatient, Llc (606-638-0938, CREWSVIEW HILLS). Substance-use treatment
Best Life Companies Llc (859-283-6900, COVINGTON). Adult day program
Amedisys Home Health Of Kentucky (859-441-7999, CRESTVIEW HILLS)
Caretenders Of Northern Kentucky (859-578-0022, FORT WRIGHT)
Centerwell Home Health (859-331-5800, FORT MITCHELL)
Interim Healthcare Of Northern Kentucky (859-578-9191, EDGEWOOD)
Rehoboth Nem Transportation Llc (832-235-9070, FORT MITCHELL). Medical & accessible transport
Tri State Emergency Transport Team (859-878-5959, ERLANGER). Medical & accessible transport
The Austinburg Apts (859-291-9047, Covington)
VOA/ORV Autumn Ridge (859-372-5600, Independence)
VOA/ORV Bunker Hill Court (859-372-5600, Independence)

Statewide programs serving Kenton County

These serve every county in Kentucky, including Kenton County.

Human Development Institute. University center on disabilities (UCEDD)
Kentucky Protection and Advocacy (502-564-2967 · 800-372-2988 (toll-free)). Protection & Advocacy: free disability rights legal help
Kentucky Council on Developmental Disabilities ((502) 564-7841). State Council on Developmental Disabilities
Kentucky Assistive Technology Service Network ((502) 426-1998). State assistive technology program: device loans, demos & reuse
Kentucky Special Parent Involvement Network (KY-SPIN) (502-937-6894). Parent center: free special-education help for families

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