Throughout the state, nearly 20 percent of Kentuckians are in poverty, and many struggle to meet basic family needs. In addition, Kentucky residents struggle with mental health issues at a higher rate than the national average. When untreated, illnesses like depression and anxiety can lead to substance use, suicidal thoughts and other health concerns.

KVC Kentucky is a private, nonprofit organization that offers a range of community-based services for children and families. Our team works with partners, from state leaders to community members, to advance child and family wellbeing. KVC Kentucky belongs to KVC Health Systems, a nonprofit family dedicated to ensuring every child is safe, supported and connected within strong communities.

For 25 years, KVC Kentucky has provided an array of services that target the problems that families face. We positively impact the lives of over 14,000 children and families each year by providing in-home behavioral healthcare, substance use treatment and family preservation and reunification services. KVC Kentucky is committed to strengthening and supporting the well-being and vitality of Kentucky’s children, families and communities through our high-quality, impactful services designed to empower clients by building on their unique strengths.

Services We Provide

Family Strengthening Programs
We bring in-home support to families experiencing mental health distress and trauma to help them safely stay together or reunite. Our services include Family First Prevention and Reunification and Kentucky Strengthening Ties and Empowering Parents.

Mental and Behavioral Health Services
We provide mental and behavioral health treatment using a wraparound approach to best meet each individual’s unique needs. We work in families’ homes, schools, communities and virtually to support them in making healthy and positive changes.

Substance Use Treatment
We provide evidence-based substance abuse assessments and treatment to youth and adults. Our services include outpatient and intensive outpatient treatment options. We operate a walk-in clinic offering immediate support and guiding individuals toward treatment options that best match their unique needs.

Get Involved

We need your help! You can make a positive difference for children and families:

• Volunteer your time to help children and families directly
• Donate financially or give essential items or fun gifts
• Advocate for children and families by following KVC Kentucky on Facebook and joining our email list
• Contact us to to explore new partnerships, creative collaborations or challenges you want to solve to strengthen child and family wellbeing across communities