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About KVC
KVC Kentucky is a 501(c)3 nonprofit child welfare and behavioral healthcare organization that provides mental and behavioral health services, family preservation and reunification, and other family-related services.
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Overview
Each year, KVC serves over 20,000 children and families across Kentucky! At KVC Kentucky, there is strong emphasis in the therapeutic implementation of evidence-based therapy, assessments and programs.
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Services Overview
At KVC, we want every child and adult to be safe & connected to a strong family and a healthy community. We’re proud to be a leader in innovative, effective and compassionate care.
Behavioral Health Services
Innovative, evidence-based mental and behavioral health services delivered virtually, in the home and in the communities of our clients.
Family First Prevention and Reunification Services
Clinical services designed to help strengthen families and keep children safely at home or reunify children who have been removed to foster care or other residential treatment settings.
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Explore our free resources designed to keep you informed and supported. From mental health, parenting guidance and updates on how KVC Kentucky is helping build stronger, healthier communities, these tools are here to help you and your family thrive.
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Elevate Mothers and Build Addiction Recovery
Elevate Mothers and Build Addiction Recovery (EMBARK)
EMBARK is a prevention program that builds on KVC Kentucky’s long-standing expertise in mental health, substance use treatment, and family strengthening services.
Pregnant mothers with substance use challenges often struggle to find comprehensive care due to the stigma they face. Pregnancy and recovery can be difficult journeys, and feelings of shame can keep mothers from seeking the crucial support they need and deserve.
To address these challenges, EMBARK empowers expecting mothers in crisis by connecting them to essential resources, parenting skills and behavioral, medical and substance use treatment. The program’s goal is to deliver integrated and coordinated care that promotes the health, safety and wellbeing of families.
To achieve this, our dedicated team works closely with each mother using a comprehensive, holistic approach that centers care on both mother and baby. Through this model, mothers gain access to high-quality services in obstetrics, gynecology, pediatrics, primary care and substance use treatment. In addition, they receive essential medical and preventive care designed to equip families with the tools to thrive.
For more information about the program, call (606) 633-4871 and ask for Behavioral Health or (859) 254-1035.
What makes EMBARK unique is its focus on prevention and early intervention. The program offers:
- A comprehensive, holistic service approach
- In-home, wraparound, community-based support
- Integrated and coordinated pre- and post-natal OBGYN, pediatric and substance use treatment
- A commitment to reducing stigma
- Assistance with tangible goods
EMBARK services are available in Harlan, Letcher, Perry, Knott, Pike, Rowan, Fleming, Carter, Mason, Bracken and Lewis counties.
Ultimately, EMBARK strives to strengthen families and create healthier futures for both mothers and their children.
Who is eligible for EMBARK?
Pregnant or perinatal mothers (up to one year after giving birth) who are currently receiving or in need of therapy, substance use treatment or medically-assisted treatment (MAT) are eligible to be referred to KVC’s EMBARK program. Following the referral, KVC’s Family Care Coordinator will complete a comprehensive needs assessment and identify the most beneficial programs, services and resources tailored to meet each mother and families’ unique needs. Mothers will receive expert care from service providers and engage with community resources to build a strong and lasting support network.
* This KVC program is funded by the Kentucky Opioid Abatement Commission and the Kentucky Attorney General’s office as part of the opioid abatement settlement in combination with Kentucky Medicaid.
