Family Resources

The links below are to agencies and organizations that can provide resources for a variety of needs. These services are not provided by CCSHCN.

Inclusion on these pages does not imply endorsement by CCSHCN. This list is not intended to be complete and other resources may be available in your area.

Coping and Mental Health Resources
Tips on finding providers of mental health; resources for support in navigating the system; and assistance for children with developmental disabilities.

Diagnosis-Specific Resources
Links to groups and organizations that provide support, information, and assistance to individuals with certain conditions or diagnoses.

Financial and Utilities Resources
Discussion of agencies and programs available statewide that may be able to assist families during times of financial crisis.

Food and Nutrition Resources
Links to prevention and intervention programs aimed at meeting one of children's basic needs.

Health Insurance Resources
Information regarding affordable and adequate health insurance coverage for children.

Housing Resources
Discussion of programs and services available to assist families in finding and keeping living arrangements including subsidized rental, homeownership education programs, tenant advocacy organizations, and safe shelters for homeless and those experiencing family violence.

Prescription Resources
Links to KY Prescription Assistance Program; a brief synopsis of Patient Assistance Programs; pharmacy chain discount programs;  and discussion of other solutions.

Transportation Resources
Discussion of Medicaid broker system; public transportation and paratransit and other solutions.

Prescription Drug Discount Cards
Many drug discount cards are available that families may benefit from. One free statewide program open to anyone regardless of age or income is the Kentucky Rx Card. For this program, residents may obtain a free card, search drug pricing, and locate participating pharmacies by visiting the Kentucky Rx Card website.

A simple Internet search will yield multiple other products which offer significant savings as well to help the uninsured and underinsured afford prescription medications.

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