Elizabeth Adamson
Guidance Resource Guide for Parents and Students
This guide was created to help parents and students understand the
role of the School Counselor in our school. It is also to be a working
list of community resources and services available to students.
Warren County Schools Mission Statement:
The mission of Warren County Public Schools is to prepare persons to
think independently, to learn throughout life, and be happy, healthy,
productive members of a democratic society.
School Mission:
Lead, Learn, SOAR.
Counselor’s Philosophy on Education:
I am an educator and a counselor. I am passionate about supporting the
growth and education of others – in whatever context that might be.
I believe it is critical to teach skills such as anger management, mediation
and conflict resolution, goal setting, active listening, organization, and
friendship skills.
I believe it is important to promote growth, self-awareness, appreciation
of diversity, and a love of learning among children.
I believe in empowerment of students and staff. I seek to work as part
of a professional school team to address the academic, personal/social,
career, and developmental needs of children.
I will treat all people with the same respect regardless of race, gender,
ability or disability.
In relationships with my coworkers, my supervisors, and families, I will
strive to be humble, considerate, honest, kind, forgiving, and wise.
Each day I will seek to be kind to, and about others; thank those who
have helped me, and do something kind for someone else. I will strive,
always, to encourage and support the dreams and aspirations of others,
learn about others, and contribute to the betterment of my community.
I seek to provide a safe, supportive, and growth-promoting environment
for all children. I will involve families and the community in the school
programs and seek to serve as a resource in referring families to helping
professionals and outside support agencies when necessary.
In everything I do, I will be guided by the American School Counselors
Association’s recommendations for the role of the school counselor and
also by my own values. I will seek to give all tasks my interest, my
enthusiasm, my passion, and most importantly, my full self. I will seek to
hold myself accountable and give myself credit when due.
I believe in creating and being a lifelong learner. I will always continue to
learn through professional development in order to best serve children
and seek to challenge others to do the same.
When do I contact the Guidance Counselor?
Contact the Guidance Counselor anytime your child is having social or
emotional issues at school or at home. The guidance counselor can provide
resources available in the community. Small group and/or individual
counseling is also available.
What community resources are available?
Often you may need to seek help outside of the school environment for
your child. Students and families have a wide variety of needs.
Community Resources:
This is a list of agencies, businesses, programs, and non-profit
organizations available in Bowling Green and the surrounding areas. The
list is organized by Student need. It provides information about the
services provided, cost, and contact information.
Abuse and Legal Advocates (3 community
resources)

Kentucky Cabinet Human and Family Services Department of
child protection.
Child Protection Hot Line:
1-877-KYSAFE1
1-877-597-2331
Link to professionals reporting site:
https://prd.chfs.ky.gov/ReportAbuse/OutofHours.aspx
Contact Information:
Call when you have confirmation or reason to believe concerns of child
/adult abuse and neglect issues. This site is only available Monday-Friday
from 8:00 AM-4:30 PM Eastern Time.
Type of Contact Made: In person
InformationChild protection services is the government organization with the task
of investigating and acting on reports of child
abuse. They also place
children in temporary foster home or adoptive homes.
Cost:
No fees associated with this service
 Barren River Area Safe Space
http://barrenriverareasafespace.com/
Barren River Area Safe Space, Inc.
P.O. Box 1941
Bowling Green, KY 42102
Contact Information:
Best to contact by phone. Addresses of the office and
shelters
are not published. to protect clients from the abuser. TOLL-FREE:
1-800-928-1183
Type of Contact Made: On the phone
Information:
The Barren River Area Safe Space, Inc. is a regional domestic
violence 26-bed shelter and program, founded in 1980 by a
group of seven Warren County Citizens, to serve the
community’s need to provide emergency shelter and support
services to victims of domestic violence and their children. The
Barren River Area Safe Space, Inc. is accredited by the
Kentucky Domestic Violence Association, and was one of the
first six Kentucky domestic violence shelters to form the
Kentucky Domestic Violence Association. The agency provides
services to residents of the ten county Barren River Area
Development District, and serves a large rural population.
Counties of service include Allen, Barren, Butler, Edmonson,
Hart, Logan, Metcalfe, Monroe, Simpson and Warren. BRASS,
Inc. also accepts referrals from across the state and nation.
Cost: No Cost Associated.

CASA of Bowling Green Kentucky
http://www.casaofsck.org/
Contact Information:
Phone - 270-782-5353
Fax – 270-782-6276
CASA of South Central KY, Inc.
P O Box 867
Bowling Green, KY 42102
Type of Contact Mode: In person
Information:
Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of South Central KY,
Inc. is a non-profit agency dedicated to preventing and eliminating
further trauma to children. Specifically, CASA works to prevent
child victims of abuse, neglect and dependency from being abused
both in and out of their family of origin. The CASA concept is
based on the commitment that every child has the right to a safe,
permanent home, as soon as possible. Volunteers will advocate for
these children through the child welfare system, the Family Court
and attorneys, that serve Warren, Barren, Butler, Edmonson and
Metcalfe Counties in the Commonwealth of Kentucky. By using
trained community volunteers as advocates for these abused and
neglected children, we can prevent them from being further
abused by a system that should be protecting them.
Mission Statement
“Volunteers in action–seeking safety and permanency for our
community’s youngest victims.” CASA provides support, advocacy,
and intervention for abused, neglected, and dependent children in
the Family Court system.
Cost: No charge for this service
Academic Needs Gifted Students
(6 community resources)

Duke Talent Identification Program
http://www.tip.duke.edu/
1121 West Main Street
Durham, NC 27701-2028
Phone: (919) 668-9100 (8 a.m.–5 p.m. EST, Monday–Friday)
Fax: (919) 681-7921
Type of Contact Made: email and phone contact
Information:
The Duke University Talent Identification Program (Duke TIP) is a
nonprofit organization dedicated to serving academically gifted
and talented youth. As a world leader in gifted and talented
education, Duke TIP works with students, their families, and
educators to identify, recognize, challenge, engage, and help
students reach their highest potential.
Children with advanced intellectual and academic abilities
continually perplex and challenge educators and parents, and
schools may not have the resources and staff to adequately
provide for the academic challenges, and social and emotional
support that gifted children require. Duke TIP is committed to
serving this unique group of students by providing services and
programs beyond what is offered in the classroom to meet the
individual needs of gifted children.
For a variety of reasons, many gifted children simply do not reach
their full potential. Exceptionally bright students often go
unrecognized because they hide their talents, underachieve, or
exhibit behavioral problems. In addition, a disproportionately large
number of minority students, youngsters from families where
English is not the primary spoken language in the home, and
children from less affluent families are at risk for not being
identified as gifted.
Qualifying fourth, fifth, and sixth grade students may participate
in Duke TIP's 4th–6th Grade Talent Search and may take
advantage of its optional above-level testing. The 7th Grade Talent
Search, which focuses on the identification, recognition, and
support of high-ability students, offers qualifying seventh grade
students the opportunity to take college entrance exams alongside
high school students. Many 7th Grade Talent Search participants
go on to earn exceptionally high scores.
Duke TIP offers a wide array of services to students at critical
points in their education. Duke TIP enjoys a long history of
supporting and extending local efforts to better understand,
motivate, enrich, and academically challenge the brightest
students in our nation.
Cost:
There is a membership fee dependent on the age of your child. There
is also a cost associated with camps, programs, and independent study
classes. Scholarships are available to qualified students.
 Gatton Academy
http://www.wku.edu/academy/
The Gatton Academy
1906 College Heights Blvd. #71031
Bowling Green, KY 42101-1031
Phone: 270.745.6565
Fax: 270.745.2987
Email: academy@wku.edu
The Gatton Academy of Mathematics and Science in Kentucky is
designed for the entire Commonwealth of Kentucky. Kentucky's very
talented young people reside in Appalachia, the Pennyrile, the knobs –
in large cities and tiny little towns. The Gatton Academy provides
challenging opportunities for those Kentucky young people who are
exceptionally advanced in math and science. And those young people (if
they follow patterns similar to Texas Academy of Mathematics and
Science upon which it is based) will provide economic growth and
innovation in their home state, Kentucky. (Sixty-seven per cent of
responding TAMS alumni are currently in Texas, with the majority of
the remaining third attending west coast or east coast schools. Most
attending east coast schools return to their home state to live and
work.)
The mission is to offer an appropriately challenging
education in a residential program for bright,
highly motivated Kentucky high school students who
have demonstrated interest in pursuing careers in science,
technology, engineering, and mathematics.
The Gatton Academy also seeks to provide its students
with the companionship of peers; to encourage students
to develop the creativity, curiosity, reasoning
ability, and self-discipline that lead to independent
thought and action; and to aid students in developing
integrity that will enable them to benefit society.
The goal is to enable Kentucky’s exceptional young scientists
and mathematicians to learn in an environment
which offers advanced educational opportunities, preparing
them for leadership roles in the Commonwealth
of Kentucky.
Contact Mode: In Person
Cost: All expenses covered by the state legislature or WKU – no
students denied access due to inability to pay.
 GEMS
http://www.warren.kyschools.us/~gemsacademy/GEMS_ACADEMY/H
ome.html
Contact Information:
303 Lovers Lane
Bowling Green, KY 42103
270-781-5150
David Baxter, Science & Mathematics Instructor
Jennifer Smith, Science & Mathematics Instructor
Type of Contact Mode: In person
Information:
Project GEMS (Gifted Education in Math and Science) is a fiveyear research grant designed to nurture the talents of elementary
students who have demonstrated keen interest and high potential
in the disciplines of Science, Technology, Engineering, and
Mathematics. Project GEMS, a partnership between Warren
County Public Schools and The Center for Gifted Studies at
Western Kentucky University, is funded by a $2 million Jacob K.
Javits Grant from the U.S. Department of Education.
GEMS Academy is one component of Project GEMS. Identified
students in grades 3-6 from Lost River Elementary School and
Cumberland Trace Elementary School have the opportunity to
attend GEMS Academy. We meet with a different grade level each
day, and we serve approximately fifteen students from each school
per day. Students are engaged in hands on-minds on science and
mathematics lessons. These learning experiences are supplemented
by guest speakers from the community and field trips as
appropriate.
Mission:
“Education is not the filling of a pail, but the lighting of a fire.” This
quote, often attributed to William Butler Yeats, summarizes the aims and
goals of GEMS Academy. We are not interested in filling children’s minds
with facts. We are interested in helping them find a passion for learning,
and providing them with the tools to connect, inquire, create, analyze,
enhance, and communicate for the rest of their lives
Cost: All costs covered by Warren County Board of Education
National Association for Gifted Students
http://www.nagc.org/
National Association for Gifted Children
1331 H Street NW, Suite 1001
Washington, DC 20005
Telephone: (202) 785-4268
Fax: (202) 785-4248
Email: nagc@nagc.org
Type of Contact Made: Email/ Web
Information:
NAGC invests all of its resources to train teachers, encourage parents
and educate administrators and policymakers on how to develop and
support gifted children and what's at stake if high-potential learners are
not challenged and encouraged.
Mission:
The National Association for Gifted Children (NAGC) is an organization
of parents, teachers, educators, other professionals, and community
leaders who unite to address the unique needs of children and youth with
demonstrated gifts and talents as well as those children who may be able
to develop their talent potential with appropriate educational
experiences.
We support and develop policies and practices that encourage and
respond to the diverse expressions of gifts and talents in children and
youth from all cultures, racial and ethnic backgrounds, and socioeconomic
groups. NAGC supports and engages in research and development, staff
development, advocacy, communication, and collaboration with other
organizations and agencies who strive to improve the quality of education
for all students.
NAGC defines a gifted person as someone who shows, or has the potential
for showing, an exceptional level of performance in one or more areas of
expression
Cost:
Yearly individual membership $99
Parent association membership $30
Graduate student membership $59
** Membership is included in the KAGE Membership**
Kentucky Association for Gifted Students
http://kagegifted.org/events/
PO BOX 9610
Bowling Green, KY 42102-9610
Email: kage@wku.edu
Phone: 270-745-4301
Fax: 270-745-6279
Type of Contact Made: email and phone contact. In person visit to KAGE
sponsored events and trainings.
Contact:
Anthony Harkins- Anthony.harkins@wku.edu
Information:
The Kentucky Association for Gifted Education (KAGE), officially
organized in 1979, is a non-profit volunteer group of parents, teachers,
administrators, other educators, and all citizens interested in promoting
appropriate educational opportunities for gifted and talented youth in
Kentucky.
The KAGE website is a wonderful site with information
about KAGE sponsored events, parenting gifted children and
educational support.
Cost:
Membership in KAGE costs $45 a year. Membership is not required to
view the website.
 Supporting Emotional Needs of the Gifted
http://www.sengifted.org/
P.O. Box 488
Poughquag, NY 12570
Type of Contact Made: Web
Information:
SENG’s mission is to empower families and communities to guide gifted
and talented individuals to reach their goals: intellectually, physically,
emotionally, socially, and spiritually. There is not a SENG group in this
area but the provides the resources for setting up a SENG group in your
area. It also provides articles and resources for support for parents of
gifted children.
Mission:
SENG’s mission is to empower families and communities to guide
gifted and talented individuals to reach their goals: intellectually,
physically, emotionally, socially, and spiritually.
SENG envisions a world where gifted, talented and creative individuals
are supported to build gratifying, meaningful lives and contribute to the
well-being of others. To this end, SENG reaches out to diverse
communities that share our mission across the nation and the globe.
Cost: Many free resources as well as products available for purchase.
Western Kentucky University Center for Gifted Studieshttp://www.wku.edu/gifted/staff/index.php
1906 College Heights Blvd.
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 745-0111
Contact:
General Information: Ms. Regina Braun
Associate Director: Tracy Inman
Director: Julia Roberts
Type of Contact Made: In person
Information:
This center is an internationally recognized center and excellent resource
for students, parents and educators. The center offers conferences and
educational opportunities for all stakeholders. Educational opportunities
are available for students of all ages continually during the year.
Information and registration details are posted on the website and
additional information can be obtained by calling the office. The same is
true for educational conferences. Informational sessions are provided
for parents during while students participate in Super Saturdays, and at
the Berta Conference. The Berta Conference focuses on the social and
emotional needs of students. Summer camps and classes are an excellent
time for students to gain a since of community and bond with
other
students with similar needs.
Afterschool Help
(2 Community Recourse)
Boys and Girls Club
http://www.bgca.org/Pages/index.aspx
260 Scott Way
PO Box 872
Bowling Green, Kentucky 42102
Tel: 270-843-6466
Fax: 270-796-3023
boysandgirlsclubofbg@gmail.com
Contact Information:
Lisa Wilson- Administrative Assistant
Type of Contact Made: In person
Information:
Bowling Green Boys and Girls club has many programs that identify at
risk students and provide them with leadership, learning, mentoring,
and engaging programs. One of those programs provides students with
afterschool help. Students participate in Power Hour. During this
time they make minutes count. Club professionals with the strategies,
activities, resources and information to create an engaging
homework help and tutoring program that encourages Club
members at every age to become self-directed learners.
Cost:
Free

Community Education
1227 Westen Ave.
Bowling Green, KY 42104
Hours: M-F 8:00 a.m. -4:30 p.m.
Phone: 270-842-4281
Fax: 270-842-0554
info@commed.us
Contact Information:
Client Services: Joshua Smith
Type of Contact Made: In person
Information:
Community Education has been meeting the needs of children since
1973. They established an entity that would collaborate with other
agencies and organizations to provide
lifelong learning for our
citizens while utilizing existing physical and human resources.
Community education holds an agreement between both local school
districts and Warren County Fiscal Court sustains
the agency.
Community Education has grown to provide before and
afterschool programs for about 1,000 children and youth on school days
during the academic year and for as many as
300-plus students at
all-day programs offered during school breaks.
Cost:
Cost varies depending on the program and amount of care needed.
Programs exist to supplement childcare costs. Health and Human
Services supplements childcare cost for foster parents and birth parents
based on work schedule. Children involved in the impact and impact plus
program also receive benefits that include afterschool childcare.
Community Education directly bills the agency for these students.
Emotional Needs
(3 Community Resources)
 Family Works Therapy and Consultation Services
9940 Alvaton Road
Alvaton, KY 42122
270-746-6600
270-842-9008 - Fax
http://trabuegroup.org/
Contact:
Call during service hours to schedule an appointment
Type of Contact Made: In Person
Information:
Family Works provides outpatient therapy for families with therapists
who are regionally or nationally recognized. In-Home mentoring, child
therapy, family therapy, school based therapy and play therapy. Family
works services families in the counties of Allen, Simpson, and Warren
Counties
Cost: Bill Insurance/Medicaid - Sliding fee scale based

Lifeskills INC.
http://www.lifeskills.com/
380 Suwannee Trail Street
Bowling Green, KY 42103
(270) 901-5000
Fax: 270-842-6553
Contact:
Lifeskills offer a variety of therapist and counselors that specialize in
different areas. Lifeskills also offers developmental services to help
children with developmental delays before beginning school. Calling for an
appointment is the best way to get an appointment
Type of Contact Made: In Person
Information:
LifeSkills, Inc. is a private, nonprofit corporation that contracts with the
Kentucky Department for Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities and
Addiction Services for about 30% of its funding. The remainder of
LifeSkills' revenues is generated through third party payers, industrial
and other contracts, grants and local support.
Cost:
Life skills accepts and files insurance. They also accept Medicare and
Medicaid that allows them to service clients for free.

Rivendell
http://www.rivendellbehavioral.com/
1035 Porter Pike
Bowling Green, KY 42103
Toll Free: 1-800-546-2621
Contact:
The following persons provide mobile assessments throughout
Kentucky:
Billy Loney, Community Liaison
Susan Cook, Community Liaison
Kenny Stewart, Community Liaison
Phil Owens, Community Liaison
Call 270.843.1199 or 800.548.2621 to schedule an assessment.
Type of Contact Made: Via phone
Information:
Rivendell is dedicated to providing the highest quality care to adolescents
and children who are seeking help. The 125-bed, JCAHO-accredited
hospital is located on a 49-acre campus in the heart of south central
Kentucky in Bowling Green. Patient care is administered by a team of
qualified professionals. Rivendell provides progressive psychiatric
treatment for children and adolescents who are experiencing symptoms
of mental health problems. The facility includes an outdoor ropes course,
two indoor gymnasiums, group areas, and educational classrooms.
Individual semi-private bedrooms are equipped with a private bedroom
and modest furnishings including a desk, bed, and wardrobe. Patient
safety is a priority and Rivendell staff is trained to follow specific
procedures to ensure a safe environment for all patients.
Cost:
Rivendell Behavioral Health Services offers, at no charge, confidential,
level-of-care assessments to assist in determining the appropriate
treatment recommendation. This service is available for children and
adolescents who may be experiencing emotional, behavioral, and/or
substance abuse problems.
The initial assessment focuses on the individual's present situation, prior
treatment, history of the problem, and current functioning level.
Mental health professionals from Rivendell facilitate the initial
assessment with the client and their family/guardian. Each assessment is
then evaluated by the physician to obtain a recommendation for the
appropriate level of care. That recommendation is then given to the
family with a referral that meets the client's clinical, financial, and
geographic needs.
Clubs
(3 Community Resources)
Boy Scouts:
http://www.shawneetrails.org/
Contact info:
Barry G. Oxley II
Scout Executive/CEO
Lincoln Heritage Council
12001 Sycamore Station Place P.O. Box 36273
Louisville, KY 40200 Louisville, KY 40233-6273
1.877.334.2674
Information:
Since 1910, it has been the mission of the Boy Scouts of America to
prepare young men to make ethical choices over their lifetimes by
instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Law. Boy Scouting
works toward three aims. One is growth in moral strength and character.
This is defined by what the boy is - his personal qualities, his values, and
his outlook. The second aim is participating citizenship. Used broadly,
citizenship means the boy's relation to others. He comes to learn of his
obligation to other people, to the society he lives in, and to the
government that presides over that society. The third aim is development
of physical, mental, and emotional fitness. The Boy Scout program is
designed for boys who have either completed the Arrow of Light or the
5th grade, to the age of 18.
Boys will participate in a variety of patrol and troop activities that
include camping, games, service projects, and community service.
Additionally, Scouts participate in opportunities that assist in developing
leadership abilities, personal acheivement through rank advancement, and
fostering personal responsibility.
Mode of contact: via email
Cost: $500/year plus activities
Career awareness
Junior Achievement
http://www.ja.org/
Contact Information:
440-1/2 East Main Avenue
Bowling Green, KY 42101
Phone: (270) 782-0280
Email: heatherrogers@bellsouth.net
Web address: www.JAforKids.com
Contact made: In person
Information:
We talk a lot about helping students understand the importance of
entrepreneurship, financial literacy, and work readiness. But what kind of
impact can possession of these skills have on your life?
Think about it. What are you going to be when you grow up? How much
education will you need to pull it off? Where are you going to live? What
are you going to drive? How much will all of it cost you? What about your
credit? These questions are part of all the serious stuff you need to ask
yourself.
You've got a role to play here - and JA wants to help you nail down the
part.
We ask volunteers to come into your classroom and talk about important
"real world" issues. The programs each volunteer uses are specifically
designed to help you begin preparing for a successful future - and to
understand that there is no limit to your potential.
Cost: free for participant
Girl Scouts:
http://www.gskentuckiana.org/
Contact:
Girl Scouts of Kentuckiana
P.O. Box 32335
Louisville, KY 40232-2335
Phone: 502-636-0900
Toll-Free: 888-771-5170
Email: webmaster@kyanags.org
Contact mode: In person
Information:
Leadership experiences are what make Girl Scouting unique
We help every girl discover who she can be and what she can do,
wherever she chooses to put her energy.
The journey begins with the Girl Scout environment itself. A girl’s
leadership potential blooms among other girls – away from school
pressures, social cliques and boys – where she can be herself and try new
things. Among Girl Scouts, activities are girl-led. She learns by doing, and
the learning is cooperative, not competitive.
To discover who she can be, she needs access to wise adults who both
inspire her and respect her. Our 6,500 volunteers do this every day.
To discover what she can do, she needs participation opportunities as
varied as the world –so she can “try on” different leadership roles and
grow into the ones that fit her best.
Cost: Average $500 per year
Extra Curricular Activities
(8 community resources)
Extracurricular activities can offer youth a safe and supervised haven.
They provide chance to learn new skills such as conflict resolution,
prepare for a successful career, improve grades and develop relationships
with caring adults. These skills can be critical in helping youth develop in
positive ways and to avoid behavior problems and conflict. The activities
below are offered at a low cost. Each was included because they provide
opportunities for students to socialize with peers that have similar
interests. They also provide students with the opportunities to expand
upon the knowledge they have obtained in the classroom.
 Adventure Science Museum – Nashville, TN
http://www.adventuresci.com/
Contact:
800 Fort Negley Blvd.
Nashville, TN 37203-4899
(615) 862-5160
(615) 862-5178 (fax)
info@adventuresci.com
Type of Contact Made: In person
Information:
Established in 1944, the Children’s Museum of Nashville resided on
2nd Avenue South in downtown Nashville. World War II was coming to
an end and the nation was beginning to look to the future. Sgt. John
Ripley Forbes’ vision for Nashville’s future was focused on children.
His enthusiasm for a children’s museum sparked some of the city’s
most prominent and influential citizens, including the museum’s first
president, Vernon Sharp, Jr. A lease on the old University of Nashville
building was signed in November 1944, and on Oct. 30, 1945, the
Children’s Museum of Nashville opened its doors to the public.
In 1952, the Center opened the first planetarium in Tennessee and
named it after one of the founding Board of Trustees, Anthony
Sudekum, whose family had contributed the funds to purchase the
first star projector. The Museum moved to Old Saint Cloud Hill, known
as Fort Negley in the Civil War, in 1974. The organization’s name
changed over the years, most recently from Cumberland Science
Museum to Adventure Science Center in November 2002.
More than sixty years have passed and Sgt. Forbes’ vision is as strong
as ever. Adventure Science Center still creates opportunities for
children to learn and have fun. The Center now serves about 340,000
visitors annually from Middle Tennessee, Southern Kentucky,
Northern Alabama, and beyond. It has remained at heart, a place
where learning is fun..
Cost:
10$-12$ /day/event

Arts Education Task Force
http://www.aetf-inc.com/events.shtml
607 E. 10th Avenue
Bowling Green, KY 42101
Contact:
Office: (270) 779-2185
Christopher Cherry- Artistic Director (270) 438-9854
Type of Contact Made: In Person
Information:
AETF, Inc will bring to South Central Kentucky the gift of imagination
through the arts. This will come alive as we outreach to educate and
nurture in a fun, safe environment for young people. Let us join hands
to aspire so we can fulfill our dreams and provide our children the arts
so they know all that is attainable. Students tryout of plays. Once
chosen plays typically have a $50 activity fee. Scholarships are
available.
Mission:
AETF, Inc will bring to South Central Kentucky the gift of
imagination through theatre arts. This will come alive as we outreach to
educate and nurture in a fun, safe environment for young people from all
backgrounds to include exceptional youth
City of Bowling Green parks and recreation
http://www.bgky.org/bgpr/pdf/program_booklet.pdf
Director Kevin Defebbo 393-3249
www.facebook.com/citybgky@CityofBGKY
www.youtube.com/cityofbgky
Type of Contact Made: In person
Mission Statement:
Our mission is to offer a comprehensive variety of quality recreational
programs and facilities to the residents and guests of our community.
Philosophy:
Our philosophy is to offer a system of conveniently located neighborhood
and community parks, attractive modern facilities, and family oriented
activities, which are affordable and accessible to all users.
Vision:
Our vision is to develop a nationally recognized parks and recreation
system that serves our community while promoting tourism.
Values:
Our organization values excellent service to our customers and
coworkers, innovative recreational programming, professional behavior
and development, maintaining attractive parks, and program evaluations
to ensure continuous improvement.

Cost: varies per activity.
The Frazier Museum
http://www.fraziermuseum.org/learn-play/special-events/
829 West Main Street
Louisville, KY 40202
(502) 753-5663
Contact:
Megan Schanie: Director of Children’s Programming
Type of Contact Made: In Person
Information:
The Frazier Museum offers a variety of exhibits, gallery experiences,
events and programs designed to help families have fun and experience
history together.
We even have a club just for kids! It’s called Kids Club (imagine
that!) and it’s for children ages 5 to 14 who love learning about true
stories from other times and other cultures.
Kids Club membership is FREE and allows special perks including:
This membership includes free admission to the museum during SECOND
SATURDAYs, a monthly program that features fun, family-friendly
activities, including hands-on crafts and games revolving around a
selected theme. You are also placed on the email and mailing list to
receive regular updates regarding Frazier History Museum happenings
that are especially for kids and families!
Cost:
Cost varies depending on activity. Grants available for field trips.
 Kentucky Museum
http://www.wku.edu/kentuckymuseum/education/camps.php
1444 Kentucky St.
Bowling Green, KY 42101
Contact:
Education Department: Christi Spurlock: 1(270) 745-6082
Director: Timothy Mulliun- 1(270) 745-6261
Type of Contact Made: In Person
Information:
The Kentucky Museum provides artistic and cultural enrichment
opportunities for students when they are on school breaks. Camps are
typically a weeklong and coincide with school breaks for spring, summer,
and fall break.
Cost:
Week long camps typically run $120 a week but that varies based on
supplies. Friends of the Museum receive a discount. No scholarships
available.
 Public Theater of Kentucky- Sunburst Theater
http://www.ptkbg.org/sunburst-youth-theatre
545 Morris Alley
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 781-6233
Contact:
The director varies from show to show. Best to check facebook for
audition times and information.
http://www.facebook.com/ptkbg
Type of Contact Made: In Person
Information:
PTK is a non-profit theatre organization providing quality theatre and
education to the Western Kentucky region. This is a small community
theater that provides a small less threatening theater environment for
students.
Cost: The activity fee for plays ranges from $50-$75. Scholarships are
available.
 SKYPAC
http://www.theskypac.com/education
Contact:
601College StreetBowling Green, KY 42101
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 748
Bowling Green, KY 42102 Main Office: 270-904-5000
SKyPAC education programs take artists to the classrooms, and
presentations of major performing events will be tailored for daytime
performances for children throughout the region.
An outdoor amphitheater slated to open Fall 2012 will offer additional
space for school organizations and local theatrical groups to perform in a
relaxed atmosphere and for the community to enjoy movies "under the
stars".
The Capitol Theater on Fountain Square is one of the many stages
offered in the Bowling Green community. In July 2012, SKyPAC will
assume operations responsibility for The Capitol and will include its 800seat auditorium in Warren County’s mix of venues and will expand its
galleries to three with the addition of The Capitol’s Houchens Gallery.
Educational programming is a cornerstone of SKyPAC’s mission. We offer
a wide-ranging program of arts and education events, performances,
attractions, classes and in-school activities all designed to achieve
SKyPAC’s vision of creating a better community. Our vision, that over
time K-12 students in the region will achieve higher graduation rates and
college entrance exam scores than before SKyPAC opened, is the key
focus of our education program. SKyPAC’s diverse offerings have the
power to inform, enlighten and entertain all area citizens, encouraging
them to remain in the area while providing a higher quality of life for
their families.
In December 2011, The Laura G. Turner Charitable Foundation awarded a
$1,000,000 grant to spur SKyPAC toward its ambitious educational goals.
The grant creates a three-year pilot program in Allen County, Kentucky,
and includes the four components SKyPAC has identified as critical to
achieving the long term outcomes it predicts for arts in education: the
ability for students to attend professional arts performances,
transportation to get students to the performance venue, artists-inresidence programs to help students access their individual talents, and
professional development instruction to train teachers how to integrate
the arts into subject areas not typically regarded as arts-related.
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Warren County Park and Recreation
http://warrencountygov.com/departments/Parks-Recreation
Contact Information
Director Chris Kummer
2055 Three Springs Road
Bowling Green, KY 42104
P - 270.842.5302 F - 270.843.5351
Monday thru Friday
8:00AM - 5:00PM
Type of Contact Made: In Person
Information:
Mission Statement
The mission of the Warren County Parks and Recreation Department is to
provide constructive leisure activities to the citizens of Warren County,
Kentucky. Constructive activities can enrich, broaden and develop
individual capabilities and gratify man's natural desire for a new and
satisfying way of life.
Major Facilities Include: Warren County Aquatic Facility, Ephram White
Park, Basil Griffin Park, Phil Moore Park, Michael O. Buchanon Park, Ed
Spear Park, and Freeman Park.
These facilities provide a multitude of recreational options, including disc
golf, fishing, softball, baseball, football, soccer, basketball, inline hockey,
and swimming.
Cost: Varies per activity
English Language Learners/ Translation Services
(1 Community Resource)
 The International Center of Bowling Green
Contact:
http://www.immigrationrefugeeservices.org/
Phone: 270-781-8336 Ext. 314
Contact:
Marilyn Shobe
Phone: 270-781-8336 Ext. 314
Type of Contact Made: In person
Information:
The International Center of Bowling Green (WKRMAA) is a non-profit
organization. It was founded in 1979. The mission is to resettle and fill
the needs of international refugees and immigrants in Kentucky.
WKRMAA helps assimilate its refugees by guiding them through a world
of processes that they could not do alone. Each family gets placed into
housing and receives help getting social security cards, food stamps,
medical checkups, employment, English classes, school enrollment, secondhand clothing, and grocery shopping. and enrollment in English classes.
WKRMAA address the needs of refugees and immigrants in their
assimilation to community life by providing employment, educational,
housing, and other social services. However, The Office of Refugees and
Resettlement provides the funding base for the International Center’s
services. To receive ORR funding, the International Center must acquire
substantial donations of cash, goods, and volunteer services from the
local community.
Cost: Varies per request/ many for free
Physical Needs
(7 Community Resources)

School Family Resources Center (North Warren-Example)
http://warrenky.web1.schoolpointe.com/olc/class.aspx?id=19168&s=2097
Contact: Each School has a representative ( Ben Kirtley- North Warren
Elementary)
Mode of contact: employer/co-worker/relationship
Information:
Mission:
The Warren County Student Assistance Professionals are committed to
assisting students by helping remove or reduce barriers to school
success. Through support and networking with parents, school personnel
and community agencies and through building meaningful relationships
with our students, students will experience increased success through
improved attendance, behavior and achievement.
Services : Food, clothing, school supplies,
Mode of contact: employer/co-worker/relationship
Cost: no cost to students/parents.

American Red Cross
http://www.sckyredcross.org/
Contact:
1647 Scottsville Road, Bowling Green, KY 42104!
270-781-7377
Type of Contact Made: In person
Information:
Each year, the American Red Cross responds immediately to more than
70,000 disasters, including house or apartment fires (the majority of
disaster responses), hurricanes, floods, earthquakes, tornadoes,
hazardous materials spills, transportation accidents, explosions, and
other natural and man-made disasters.
Red Cross disaster relief focuses on meeting people's immediate
emergency disaster-caused needs. When a disaster threatens or strikes,
the Red Cross provides shelter, food, and health and mental health
services to address basic human needs. In addition to these services, the
core of Red Cross disaster relief is the assistance given to individuals
and families affected by disaster to enable them to resume their normal
daily activities independently.
The Red Cross also feeds emergency workers, handles inquiries from
concerned family members outside the disaster area, provides blood and
blood products to disaster victims, and helps those affected by disaster
to access other available resources.
Mission:
The American Red Cross, a humanitarian organization led by volunteers
and guided by its Congressional Charter and the Fundamental Principles
of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, will provide
relief to victims of disaster and help people prevent, prepare for, and
respond to emergencies.
Cost: free for disaster services.

The Center for Courageous Kids (medical resource)
http://www.thecenterforcourageouskids.org/volunteer.html
Contact information:
info@courageouskids.org
270-618-2900.
Roger Murtie, Executive Director
Type of Contact Made: Phone
Services:
The Center for Courageous Kids, the dba of Project C.A.M.P.
(Children Are Magnificent People), is a tax exempt IRS 501(c)(3)
not-for-profit corporation founded in October 2004 to respond to
the expanding needs of therapeutic camps for children with
chronic diseases in Kentucky, Tennessee, and the surrounding
states. We are a world class medical camping facility providing
free and memorable camping experiences for children with life
threatening diseases and disabilities. This is a wonderful place
where each child can achieve their personal best, make new
friends, and have the time of their lives.
Mission:
To uplift children who have life-threatening illnesses by creating
experiences year-round that are memorable, exciting, fun, build
self-esteem, are physically safe, and medically sound
To uplift children who have life-threatening illnesses by creating
experiences year-round that are memorable, exciting, fun, build
self-esteem, are physically safe, and medically sound.
Cost: No charge to campers.
 Goodwill Inc.
http://www.goodwillky.org/find-your-goodwill/?zipstate=42103
Contact:
Multiple locations in the BG area
740 U.S. 31 West Bypass
Bowling Green, KY 42101
1806 U.S. Highway 31 West Bypass
Bowling Green, KY 42101
808 Campbell Lane
Bowling Green, KY 42104
Type of Contact Made: In person
Mission:
Goodwill Industries of Kentucky, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit
organization headquartered in Kentucky whose mission is to help people
with disabilities or other disadvantages achieve and maintain
employment to gain a better quality of life
Goodwill provides jobs, job training, and employment counseling for
people with disabilities or other disadvantages, including recipients of
public assistance and people with limited education or work history.
Goodwill collects and sells donated items to provide jobs and job
training and fund the expansion of our services, including literacy and
workforce development programs. As one of the most highly-respected
and effective nonprofit organizations in Kentucky, only about 10% of
our revenue supports administrative overhead.
Goodwill’s mission is carried out through a variety of programs and
services, all with one goal—to help people with disabilities or other
disadvantages become more successful, productive, and independent.
Some of the programs operated by Goodwill include job placement,
skills evaluations, adult education, and employment for people with
disabilities or other disadvantage.
Services:
Used/donated clothes and household goods offered at minimal
prices.
Cost: varies depending on product
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Hope House
http://www.hopehousebg.com/
112 W10th Avenue
Bowling Green, KY
(270) 904-1200
Contact: Brian Lewis- Director
Type of Contact Made: In person
Information:
Mission:
Hope House exists to alleviate physical & spiritual poverty through
gospel
restoration
Services:
Poverty is a complex and difficult issue. It is much deeper than simply
not having food or money. It goes deep into the heart. Our goal is not
solely to help people know Christ, although this is a major step in the
process, but to see restoration occur in all area’s of a person’s life.
When Helping Hurts, by Steve Corbett and Brian Fikkert, is
tremendously helpful on this point. “Poverty is rooted in broken
relationships, so the solution to poverty is rooted in the power of
Jesus’ death and resurrection to put all things into right relationship
again,” (p. 77). This restoration begins with God, but also extends to
one’s self, and to others.
The Enterprise District is a federally recognized area consisting of
census tracts 101, 102, and 103 in downtown Bowling Green. It covers
a 3.6 square mile area. It is estimated that just under 10,000 people
live in this area which makes it one of the most densely populated
areas in Warren County. In the Enterprise community: 44% of the
people live at or below the poverty level; 53% of the people are
unemployed; and 55% of the people 25 years old or older do not have a
high school degree or equivalent. As you can see, our community has
great needs. Watch these videos to see how we are seeking by the
power of the gospel to bring hope and change.
Cost: All services are free.
Salvation Army
https://www.google.com/maps?hl=en&lr=&q=salvation+army&near=3
0329&oi=local
http://www.uss.salvationarmy.org/uss/www_uss.nsf/vw-dynamicindex/C8E25018EBCE0BED80256DDD00596F17?openDocument&cha
rset=utf-8
Contact:
(270) 843-3485
400 W Main Ave, Bowling Green, KY 42101
Information:
The Salvation Army is committed to sharing God’s love and message of
Jesus Christ and hope through actively meeting human needs in His
name without discrimination.
Additionally we offer a number of positive ministry programs and
events for young people that will help them to develop an unwavering
and a non dualistic character while at the same time helping them to
grow in an understanding of God’s love through a life long relationship
with Jesus Christ.
Mission:
The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part
of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible
Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach
the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name
without discrimination.
Type of Contact Made: In person
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Saint Vencient De Paul
http://www.svdpbg.org/
Contact Information:
1901 Russellville Road
and
655 US Hwy 31W Bypass
Bowling Green, Ky 42101
Type of Contact Mode: Phone
Information:
Mission:
Serving Christ's needy is the first purpose of all St. Vincent de
Paul stores. To continue in this ministry we will use sound business
practices. Surplus funds will be used to support parish conferences
and other Society charitable causes approved by our councils and
Board of Directors."
Both stores are determined to provide for sale new and gently
used clothing, furniture, and household merchandise at a fraction
of the retail price. All merchandise is donated and furniture and
appliance items can be picked-up free of charge. Some of the
merchandise is given to those in need at no cost through the
Voucher program authorized by the Holy Spirit and St. Joseph
Parish Conferences
Cost:
Varies per item
Psycho-Educational Testing
(2 community resources)
 The Learning Lab
http://www.mylearnlab.com/
5500 Maryland Way
Brentwood, TN 37027
615-377-2929
Contact Information:
Call to leave a message or speak to Judy or Barb
Type of Contact Made: Via phone
Information:
This is the most comprehensive assessment Learning Lab offers. It
involves a battery of tests, conducted by a team of psychologists and
educational diagnosticians.
A psycho-educational assessment determines the student’s cognitive and
academic achievement levels and learning style. It provides information
to diagnose or rule out specific learning disabilities or disorders such as
ADHD or dyslexia.
The learning lab also offers tutoring, test prep, and homeschool support.
Students are viewed and treated as individuals. They do offer free ACT
prep classes at specified time.
Cost:
Testing runs appox $4,000.
 WKU Psychology Department
http://www.wku.edu/psychology/
3012 Gary A. Ransdell Hall
1906 College Heights Blvd., #21030
Bowling Green, KY 42101-1030
Phone: (270) 745-2695
Fax: (270) 745-6934
Contact:
Rick Grieve Ph.D., University of Memphis is the Coordinator of the
Clinical Psychology Master's Program
Office: GRH 3028
Phone: 270-745-4417
Email: rick.grieve@wku.edu
Website: http://people.wku.edu/rick.grieve/
Type of Contact Made: Phone
Information:
WKU Psychology Department offers testing services performed by
graduate students under the supervision of Dr. Grieve. Psycho
educational testing provides parents with a clear picture of their child’s
educational.
Cost:
The testing is done at an extreme discount depending on the needed test
administered. Full Psycho Education can run $150.00.
Pre-school/Early Intervention Specialist
First Steps
http://www.lifeskills.com/fs.html
Contact information:
sbell@lifeskills.com
380 Suwannee Trail Street, PO Box 6499, Bowling Green, Kentucky,
42103 270-901-5000.
Contact made via phone
Information:
LifeSkills supports people who experience mental illness, addiction, and
developmental disabilities as they build meaningful and independent lives
Our mission is to support people with developmental disabilities and their
families in planning, coordinating and developing resources that meet
their unique needs and preferences. We hold that listening and
collaborating with individuals and families is paramount, and by
exchanging knowledge, information and skill, we will develop partnerships
of mutual trust and respect.
Our vision is for all people to be valued and respected, to be full
participating members of communities, and to lead meaningful, enriched,
and self-determined lifestyles.
Cost: Multiple sources/ non-profit organization. Inability to pay is not
grounds for denial of service.
Struggling Students
(2 Community Resources)
Students that struggle are provided with Response to Intervention or
RTI services during the school day. During this time students receive
individualized or small instruction designed to meet their needs. This
instruction last for 20 min and is provided in reading and math. Outside
of the school day, there are several companies that provide
tutoring
or specialized educational services at a fee. These can be expensive.
Mathnasium
http://www.mathnasium.com/bowlinggreen
870 Fairview Avenue #4
Bowling Green
(270) 904-0654
Contact:
Richard Hunt: Director/ Owner
Type of Contact Made: In Person
Information:
Mathnasium focuses on the improvement of Math scores. Their end goal
is to
provide clients with the ability to score a 36 on the ACT. Mathnasium is a
company that works with students elementary to high school. They offer
hours from 2:30 to 7pm every evening. They are also open from 10am to
1pm on Saturday. Mathnasium packages can be expensive and prices are
based on student need. Call to schedule an evaluation meeting for further
details. Cost: varies per service
Sylvan
http://tutoring.sylvanlearning.com/centers/42103/contact.cfm
1043 Pedigo Way
Bowling Green, KY 42103
1(270) 781-2400
Contact:
Director: Janet Crocker
Assistant Director: Joshua Riddle
Type of Contact Made: In Person
Information:
Sylvan Learning Center has been in Bowling Green, Kentucky for
approximately 30 years. They have helped many students in a variety of
subject areas. Sylvan assess students and provides them with a program
and pricing based on student needs and schedule. Call to schedule an
evaluation meeting for further details.
Technology
(1 Community Resource)
Warren County Library Contact Information:
http://www.warrenpl.org/
1225 State Street
Bowling Green, KY 42101
Phone: (270) 781-4882
Fax: (270) 781-3699
175 Iron Skillet Court
Bowling Green, KY 42104
Phone: (270) 782-0252
Fax: (270) 781-1447
305 Graham Drive
Bowling Green, KY 42101
Phone: (270) 781-1441
Fax: (270) 781-1899
115 Second Street
Smiths Grove, KY 42171
Phone: (270) 563-6651
Fax: (270) 451-1006
Type of Contact Made: In Person
Information:
Getting a Library Card / Library Use Click here for information about
eligibility, checkout limits, and renewals. Register for a library card at all
WCPL locations or self-register online here.
Computer Access / WIFI Connectivity Patrons with accounts in good
standing and out-of-town guests may use the library's computers for
Internet access, library databases, spreadsheet applications, desktop
publishing, word processing, and more. The first five black and white
printouts are free; each additional page after ten is $0.10 per page. Color
printouts are available for $0.50 per page. Laptops are available for
checkout at some locations, and wireless access is available at all
locations (NOTE: printing is not possible from those connected through
WIFI connections). View the library's computer use policy for more
information. (back to top of page)
Copiers Standard black and white copies cost $0.15 per page.
Fax Service The cost for receiving faxes is $1.50 per page. The charges
for sending faxes are:
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Local: $2 for the first page; $1 each additional page
Long Distance: $3 for the first page; $1 each additional page
International: $6 for the first page; $3 each additional page
Notary Service Documents can be notarized at no charge by our public
notaries. The person signing must be present at the time of the
notarization, with proper photo identification on hand. This service is
available during all library hours at the Main Library, as well as at several
branch locations during select service hours; call your nearest branch for
specific times. (back to top of page)
Educational Services Delivery Local schools, daycares, and after-school
programs may use this service to deliver materials to their sites.
Teachers or group leaders can request a selection of books and
audiovisual materials to support curriculum needs or for recreational
reading in the classroom. Materials will be checked out to a classroom
account and can stay at an organization's site for two weeks at a time.
For more information about the program or to find out how to include
your organization in a delivery rotation, call 270-782-0252 or e-mail
edsvc@warrenpl.org. To set up a new Educational Services library
account, please print, complete and fax this form (PDF) to 270-781-1447.
To request materials for delivery, please print, complete and fax this
form (PDF)to 270-781-1447. (back to top of page)
Home Delivery Services This service provides library materials to
Warren County residents of any age who cannot use the library due to a
physical disability or illness. Individuals qualifying for the service include
those who are unable to use the library due to a personal or physical
limitation, whether a physical disability, handicap, illness, advanced age,
short-term convalescence, or illness resulting in limited mobility, such as
cardiac or arthritic conditions. In addition, Nursing Homes, Senior
Daycare Centers and Elderly Housing Complexes may request drop-off
service. For more information or to see if you or your agency qualifies,
contact Patty Teague at 270-782-0252 ext. 206. (back to top of page)
Interlibrary Loan The library can borrow materials for patrons in good
standing from a network of lending libraries across the country. Delivery
time is approximately 2 weeks, and patrons are limited to three ILL
requests per week. To request an item from Interlibrary Loan (ILL), fill
out an ILL Request Form (PDF), and take it to any library location. NOTE:
The following types of materials are NOT available through ILL: new
books, DVDs, recorded books, textbooks, music recordings, feature
films,microfilm (except census microfilm), and genealogy materials. For
new items, submit a Purchase Request Form (PDF) at any location or
submit an online Request Form to suggest that the library purchase the
material for its collection. (back to top of page)
Meeting Rooms: Meeting Room information and request forms can be
found here. The Main Library, the Bob Kirby Branch, and the Smiths
Grove Branch have meeting rooms that can be reserved using the Meeting
Room Reservation form. Please read the Meeting Room Policies before
submitting a reservation request.
Cost: minimal/varies
Volunteer Opportunities
(5 community opportunities)

Alive Center
http://www.wku.edu/alive/contactus.php
Contact Information:
Mailing Address:
1906 College Heights Blvd. #21095
Bowling Green, KY 42101- 1095
Physical Address:
1818 31W ByPass
Bowling Green, KY 42102
Phone: 270.782.0082
Fax: 270.782.0922
Email: alivebg@wku.edu
Type of Contact Made: In Person
Information:
The Alive Center serves as a focus/concentration point for the
coordination of youth volunteers with community opportunities.
Cost: free to volunteer
Greenview Hospital
http://tristargreenviewregional.com/careers/volunteers.dot
Contact Information:
TriStar Greenview Regional Hospital
1801 Ashley Circle
Bowling Green, KY 42104-9024
(270) 793-1000
Type of Contact Made: In person
Information:
What is a Volunteer?
A Volunteer at TriStar Greenview is a special person who offers his or
her time to help others. Our Volunteers are important because they
provide many extra services that supplement the duties of the
professional staff... services that add to the comfort, care and
happiness of the patient.
Volunteers:

Develop new interests

Make new friends

Grow in understanding

Use your many talents

And most of all, a chance to enjoy the satisfaction that
comes from Helping Others.
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Types of services Volunteers often perform:

Deliver flowers

Deliver mail

Transport patients by wheelchair to other areas of the
hospital

Provide information

Operate TriStar Greenview’s Gift Shop

Deliver supplies to departments

Clerical duties as requested by departments

Help at special hospital functions such as Health Fairs,
Women's Programs, etc.

Any other duties requested that can be helpful to staff,
Cost: free to volunteer
Medical Center
http://www.mcbg.org/internal/customer_service/volunteer_services/
Contact Information:
250 Park Street
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 745-1579
(volunteer application)
http://www.mcbg.org/_documents/970005_Adult%20Vol%20Ap.pdf
Type of Contact Made: In person
Information:
Volunteers at The Medical Center play a vital role in enhancing the quality
of care given at our hospital. They brighten the day and provide
companionship for our patients and their family members. And they
provide invaluable staff support services.
Identified by their blue smocks, volunteers are adult men and women of
all ages and backgrounds. (A special volunteer summer program in June
and July is available for teenagers age 14 to 17.) They contribute their
time on either a regular or occasional basis; schedules are set to meet
the needs of the volunteers and The Medical Center. Most volunteers
donate a half day once a week.
The basic qualifications necessary to be a volunteer are a caring attitude
and an interest in helping others, dependability, a commitment to
protecting the privacy and confidentiality of our patients and the ability
to give a minimum 100-hour time commitment within a year. Additionally,
formal requirements and training are required.
The rewards for volunteering are numerous: personal growth; opportunity
to learn new skills, develop new interests and make new friends; and
satisfaction that comes with helping others. Volunteers are recognized
for the hours they serve and the contributions they make through an
appreciation luncheon and other events.
Cost: free to volunteer
Humane society
http://www.adoptapet.com/adoption_rescue/71864.html
Contact Information:
Bowling Green Warren Co. Humane Society
1924 Old Louisville Road
P.O. Box 1456
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 783-9404
lorric143@aol.com
http://www.bgwchs.petfinder.com
Type of Contact Made: In person
Information:
We Serve the Following Cities, Towns, and/or Counties: The Humane
Society is an independent, non-profit agency contracted by Warren
County to operate the animal shelter, which we moved into in 1983. The
Humane Society is not a department of city or county government. The
city and county own the shelter building. The Humane Society receives
funds from city and county governments to operate the shelter. This
funding is used to pay for management/employee salaries, utility bills,
cleaning supplies/chemicals, euthanasia solution, cat litter, fuel for
rescue vehicles and building repairs/maintenance. Humane Society
DONATIONS are used to pay for medical care of sick and injured
animals, animal cages, incidental supplies such as food/water bowls,
dog/cat treats, canned cat/dog food, dog/cat toys, supplies for fund
raisers and education/outreach programs. Hill's Pet Products donates
dog, cat, kitten and puppy food.
The Humane Society's mission is to provide a clean comfortable shelter
for homeless, abused, lost and impounded animals of our community; to
place as many of these animals as possible in loving and responsible homes
and humanely euthanize those not adopted; to investigate complaints of
animal abuse/neglect; and to educate the public about responsible care of
companion animals, ESPECIALLY SPAY/NEUTER!
Cost: free to volunteer
Riverview
http://www.bgky.org/riverview/
Contact information:
Friends of Riverview
1100 W. Main Avenue
Bowling Green, KY 42101-4894
Phone: 270-843-5565
Type of Contact Made: internet/email
Information:
Volunteer
Riverview, as a small non-profit organization, operates with few paid
staff and many dedicated volunteers. If you would like to volunteer,
please call us at (270) 843-5565.
Who can become a Riverview Volunteer?
Anyone with an interest in historic houses, the Civil War, or Victorian
period, who wants to learn more about 19th century lifestyle and
customs, and who is willing to make a meaningful contribution to
Riverview's mission.
What are the benefits of being a Riverview Volunteer?
 Satisfaction in acquainting visitors with Bowling
Green's only historic house museum.
 Community Service and enrichment
 Contributing to the preservation of a significant
historic structure and a major collection of
historical artifacts
 Connection to Central Kentucky's unique heritage
in the Civil War
 Developing communication and leadership skills
 Social gatherings, occasional workshops and field
trips
 Meeting new people with similar interests
 Discount in our museum shop
Cost: free to volunteer