Who do I call first for disability services in Letcher 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 Letcher County.

Is help available in Spanish in Letcher County?

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

What should I do in a disability-related crisis in Letcher 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 Letcher County, Kentucky

A free, plain-language guide to disability services in Letcher 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 Letcher 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 Letcher County

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

The Arc of Kentucky. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Appalachian Community Care LLC (606-633-4980, Whitesburg)
Kentucky River Community Care Inc — Letcher Outpatient (606-633-4439 x5000, Mayking)
Administrative Office (606-633-4823, Whitesburg)
Burdine Campus School Based Clinic (606-633-6051, Jenkins)
Call Center (606-633-4871, Whitesburg)
Cowan Elementary School Based Clinic (606-633-6058, Whitesburg)
Appalachian Heals, Inc. (606-821-5839, WHITESBURG). Day program / habilitation
Appalachian Regional Healthcare, Inc. (606-633-3578, WHITESBURG). Day program / habilitation
B And J Case Management (606-633-8883, WHITESBURG). Case management / support coordination
Caring Friends, Llc (606-632-3519, LINEFORK). Day program / habilitation
Whitesburg Arh Hha (606-633-3578, WHITESBURG)
Boggs Pharmacy,Inc. (606-832-2121, JENKINS). Medical equipment & supplies
Graham Apothecary, Inc (606-832-2121, JENKINS). Medical equipment & supplies
Graybeal Orthopedic Llc (606-331-3188, WHITESBURG). Prosthetics & orthotics
Isom Community Pharmacy Inc (606-633-9238, ISOM). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Letcher County

These serve every county in Kentucky, including Letcher 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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