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

Is help available in Spanish in Shelby County?

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

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

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

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Shelby 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
Seven Counties Services — Shelby County (502-633-5683, Shelbyville)
Rise Fitness Kentucky Llc (SIMPSONVILLE)
Angels Behavior Services (812-968-9740, SIMPSONVILLE). Behavioral health agency
Carebridge Senior Care (502-727-1267, SHELBYVILLE). In-home support
Careconnect Homecare (859-285-1088, SHELBYVILLE). In-home support
Chrysanthemum Ventures Llc (859-533-3269, SHELBYVILLE). In-home support
Driven Hearts Home Health (812-498-5483, SHELBYVILLE). Medical & accessible transport
Therapeutic Riding Association Incorporated Of Louisville (SIMPSONVILLE)
Ap Shelbyville, Inc (502-633-5573, SHELBYVILLE). Medical equipment & supplies
Center For Orthotic And Prosthetic Care Of Ky, Llc (502-899-9221, SHELBYVILLE). Prosthetics & orthotics
Comprehensive Foot & Ankle Centers (502-633-3338, SHELBYVILLE). Medical equipment & supplies
Diabetic Dme Supplies Llc (502-437-0523, SHELBYVILLE). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Shelby County

These serve every county in Kentucky, including Shelby 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

Other counties in Kentucky

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