Resource Directory 1. Adult Services/Senior Citizens 2. Child Support 3. Child Programs 4. Church Groups 5. Clothing 6. Counseling 7. Crisis/Disaster 8. Parenting 10. Food 11. Child Care 12. Housing 13. Legal/Local Government 14. Medical 15. Mental Health 16. Money Management 17. Pregnancy 18. Recreation 19. Transportation 20. Utilities 21. Support Groups 22. Helplines Hotlines 23. Dental 24. Jobs/Training Adult Services/Senior Citizens Division of Family Support Division of Protection and Permanency Jonesville Rest Home Grant Manor Health Care Center Senior Citizens Center Dept. For Employment Services Northern Kentucky Area Development District Child Support Division of Family Support Grant County Child Support Kentucky Division of Child Support Child Care 4C of Northern Kentucky Northern KY Area Development District Brighton Center Williamstown Christian Academy New Discovery Educational Centers (north) New Discovery Educational Centers (south) Williamstown Board of Education Head Start Children Inc. Grant Co. Community Early Childhood Council Child Programs Grant County Public Library Grant County Extension Office-4H Program Boy Scouts of America New Discovery Educational Center (north) New Discovery Educational Center (south) Cub Scouts A.W.A.N.A Youth Groups Sherman Baptist Youth Group MVParents and Teen Classes Crittenden Mt. Zion Family Resource Center Girl Scouts of Kentucky’s Wilderness Road Council Mason Corinth Family Resource Center Williamstown Family/Youth Service Center Dry Ridge Family Resource Center Grant County Youth Service Center American Red Cross, Grant County Unit Church Groups Arranged in Alphabetical Order. Click on each set to see the Church Listings. A-C D-F G-L M-O P-T U-Z Church Groups A-C ANTIOCH CHURCH OF CHRIST Keefer Road Corinth, KY859 824-3835 CORINTH CHRISTIAN CHURCH 330 Old Corinth-Owenton Rd Corinth, KY 859 8240336 CHERRY GROVE PENTECOSTAL CHURCH OF GOD Cherry Grove Road Williamstown, KY859 586-6668 or 859 428-0205 Disc. CORINTH CHURCH OF GOD U.S. 25 Corinth, KY859 824-9164 Disc. CONCORD BAPTIST CHURCH 3505 Golds Valley Rd.Jonesville859 484-5071 Disc. CORINTH COMMUNITY WORSHIP CENTER 210 Ninth Street Corinth, KY 859 824-5684 CORINTH BAPTIST CHURCH 235 Church St. Corinth, KY859 824-5647 CRITTENDEN BAPTIST CHURCH 215 Russell St. Crittenden, KY859 428-3122 CRITTENDEN CHRISTIAN CHURCH (DISCIPLES OF CHRIST) P.O. Box 130106 North Main St. Crittenden, KY859 428-2210 Church Groups D-F DRY RIDGE BAPTIST CHURCH 19 Broadway Dry Ridge, KY 859 824-5501 DRY RIDGE CHRISTIAN CHURCH (DISCIPLES OF CHRIST) 13 School Street Dry Ridge, KY 859 823-1303 DRY RIDGE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 15 Warsaw Avenue Dry Ridge, KY 859 824-5622 Wrong # ELLISTON BAPTIST CHURCH 5750 Elliston-Mt.Zion Rd Dry Ridge, KY 859 371-1364 Disc. FAIRVIEW CHRISTIAN CHURCH 501 Fairview Road Williamstown, KY 859 824-1122 Wrong # FAMILY BIBLE CHURCH 16 Summit Avenue Williamstown, KY 859 824-9034 Disc. FAMILY WORSHIP CENTER 1380 N. Main St.Williamstown 859 824-7391 FIRST LOVE COMMUNITY WORSHIP Pastor’s home Crittenden 859 823-6511 Church Groups G-L GOD’S COMMUNITY CHURCH 403 South Main St. Williamstown, KY859 824-5830 Disc. GRACE BAPTIST CHURCH 3125 Dixie Hwy Sherman, KY859 4281393 Disc. GRANT COUNTY BAPTIST TEMPLE 1190 Dry Ridge Road Dry Ridge, KY859 428-1854 Disc. GRASSY RUN BAPTIST CHURCH 1555 Heekin Rd. Williamstown, KY HANDS OF JESUS MINISTRY 2060 Lemon northcutt Rd. Dry ridge, KY 859 428-1541 IMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH 3515 Dixie Hwy, between Crittenden & Dry Ridge, KY859 428-1133 or 859 5864875 JONESVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 4465 Stewart Ridge Rd Jonesville, KY859 750-8167 Disc. KNOXVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 110 E. Fairview Rd.Williamstown859 823-4441 KNOXVILLE CHRISTIAN CHURCH 12 Knoxville Road Williamstown, KY LABOR OF LOVE MINISTRY 113 Johnson Street Williamstown, KY859 824-6899 Disc. LAWRENCEVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 3650 Lawrenceville Rd Corinth, KY859 824-7775 Disc. LIVELY STONE CHURCH OF GOD Sherman-Mt. Zion Road Sherman, KY859 823-2332 LYSTRA CHURCH OF CHRIST (1 mile south of Mason, KY) 8915 Dixie Hwy Williamstown, KY 859 824-6637 Church Groups M-O MACEDONIA BAPTIST CHURCH 14460 Jonesville Road Dry Ridge, KY859 824-3393 MASON BAPTIST CHURCH 320 Mason-Sipple RoadMason, KY 859 824-0337 MOUNT CARMEL BAPTIST CHURCH 389 Mt. Carmel Rd.Williamstown859 824-5894 Disc. MOUNT OLIVET Christian Church 2175 Heekin-Lawrenceville Rd. Williamstown, KY859 824-4093 MOUNT PISGAH METHODIST CHURCH 930 Gold’s Valley Rd.Dry Ridge, KY859 824-4921 Disc. MOUNT PLEASANT CHURCH OF CHRIST Home of the Whites Williamstown, KY859 824-9393 MOUNT ZION BAPTIST CHURCH 5320 Sherman-Mt. Zion RdDry Ridge, KY859 428-1091 Automated VM NEW LIFE APOSTOLIC CHURCH 1645 Gardnersville RdCrittenden, KY859 428-3120 Automated VM OAK RIDGE BAPTIST CHURCH 2425 Oak Ridge RoadWilliamstown, KY OPEN DOOR BAPTIST CHURCH 1190 Dry Ridge Rd.859 428-1854 Disc. Church Groups P-T PLEASANT VIEW BAPTIST CHURCH 7910 Napoleon-Zion Station Rd. Dry Ridge, KY 859 4280931 ROANOKE CHRISTIAN CHURCH Home # Gumlick Road Falmouth, KY 859 428-1229 ST. WILLIAM CATHOLIC CHURCH 6 Church Drive Williamstown, KY859 824-5381 SHERMAN BAPTIST CHURCH 3525 Dixie Hwy Dry Ridge, KY859 428-2695 SHERMAN CHURCH OF CHRIST 1055 Sherman-Mt. Zion Rd .Dry Ridge, KY859 428-1661 SHERMAN FULL GOSPEL 3295 Dixie Hwy Dry Ridge, Ky859 428-2200 SHILOH Full Gospel CHURCH 266 Keefer Rd. Corinth, KY 859 428-1218 STEWARTSVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH Ky 36 Stewartsville Rd.Williamstown, KY STRINGTOWN CHRISTIAN CHURCH 8475 Cordova RdBerry, KY 41035 859 824-3646 Disc. TABERNACLE BAPTIST CHURCH 6350 Warsaw Rd.Dry Ridge, KY 859 801-3824 Wrong # Church Groups U-Z UNITED BAPTIST CHURCH 1486 Jagg Road Demossville, KY 41033859 824-7405 VINE RUN BAPTIST CHURCH 8690 Warsaw Road Dry Ridge, KY (Folsom) 859 428-1079 VINEYARD Church of Grant County 1418 N. Main Williamstown 859 824-9400 WILLIAMSTOWN CHRISTIAN CHURCH 318 N. Main Street Williamstown, KY 859 824-2041 WILLIAMSTOWN CHURCH OF GOD 113 High Street Williamstown, KY 859 824-0910 WILLIAMSTOWN CONGREGATION OF JEHOVAH’S WITNESSES 205 Humes Ridge Road Williamstown, KY 859 824-3235 Automated VM VIOLET RIDGE CHURCH OF CHRIST 1000 Violet Road Crittenden, KY 859 428-2230 Automated VM WILLIAMSTOWN PENTECOSTAL HOLINESS CHURCH 749 South Main St. Williamstown, KY 859 824-3918 Automated VM WHITE DOVE REGULAR BAPTIST CHURCH 255 Lusby Mill Road Corinth, KY 41010850 823- 6651 Disc. WILLIAMSTOWN UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 206 Paris Street Williamstown, KY 859 823-5171 WILLIAMSTOWN BAPTIST CHURCH 214 N. Main Street Williamstown, KY 859 8244102 ZION BAPTIST CHURCH 103 South Main St. Dry Ridge, KY 859 824-6568 Clothing ST. VINCENT DEPAUL SOCIETY GRANT COUNTY HELPING HANDS NORTHERN KY COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION BRIGHTON CENTER Counseling FAMILY NURTURING CENTER NORTH KEY COMMUNITY CARE WOMEN’S CRISIS CENTER BRIGHTON CENTER COMMUNITY BASED SERVICES DIVISION OF PROTECTION AND PERMANENCY ADOLESCENT CHEMICAL DEPENDENCY PROGRAM CARE NET PREGNANCY SERVICES (Grant County Center) MODLIN AND ASSOCIATES CONSUMER COUNSELING SERVICE GRANT COUNTY YOUTH SERVICES CENTER TIC TOC PROGRAM K.E.Y.S. FAMILY PRESERVATION/REUNIFICATION GRIEF COUNSELING GROUPS NEW HOPE CENTER KENTUCKY INTENSIVE FAMILY SERVICES Crisis/Disaster Brighton Center Family Preservation/Reunification St.Vincent Depaul Society American Red Cross, Grant County Unit Grant County CDW (Court Designated Worker) Dept. of Juvenile Justice Community Based Services Division of Protection and Permanency Community Service/ Juvenile KY Multi-County Task Forces on Child Abuse, Inc. Adolescent Chemical Dependency Program Children’s Crisis Center Children of Domestic Violence North Key Community Care St. Joseph’s Home NorthKey Child Crisis Stabilization Services Grant County Youth Services Center Family Nurturing Center NorthKey Regional Prevention Early Intervention Tic Toc Program K.E.Y.S MVParents and Teen Classes Parenting 1-2-3 MAGIC (CARE NET) MVPARENTS AND TEEN CLASSES Family Nurturing Center H.A.N.D.S. (Health Access Nurturing Development Services) NEW HOPE CENTER Food BRIGHTON CENTER COMMUNITY BASED SERVICES DIVISION OF FAMILY SUPPORT NORTHERN KY. COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSON GRANT COUNTY HELPING HANDS LAWRENCEVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH (Manger Ministries) St. Vincent DePaul Society SENIOR CITIZENS CENTER SUMMER FOOD SERVICE PROGRAM FOR CHILDREN WILLIAMSTOWN CHRISTIAN CHURCH Dental HEALTH KENTUCKY HEALTH POINT DENTAL CARE (Dental assistance) OUCHLESS FAMILY DENTISTR COMFORT DENTISTRY FAMILY DENTISTRY PRECISION DENTAL CARE Housing WELCOME HOUSE OF NORTHERN KY, INC. GARDENS AT GREENUP PARKVIEW MANOR H.U.D. AND SECTION 8 NORWOOD I & II APARTMENTS WELCOME HOUSE (Emergency Shelter) St. Vincent DePaul Society BRIGHTON CENTER GRANT COUNTY HELPING HANDS FAIRHAVEN RESCUE MISSION WOMEN’S CRISIS CENTER CRITTENDEN PLACE APARTMENTS, LTD. USDA RURAL DEVELOPMENT LOCUST RIDGE APARTMENTS ACADEMY PLACE APARTMENTS AIRESHIRE APARTMENTS, LTD. CORINTH COUNTRY HOMES HOUSING AUTHORITY OF WILLIAMSTOWN HOUSING AUTHORITY OF DRY RIDGE (MEADOWVIEW ESTATES) NORTHERN KY COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION Legal/Local Government GRANT COUNTY CDW CHILDREN’S LAW CENTER KENTUCKY YOUTH ADVOCATES GRANT COUNTY ATTORNEY GRANT COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE GRANT COUNTY CIRCUIT COURT CLERK GRANT COUNTY CLERK’S OFFICE GRANT COUNTY FISCAL COURT NORTHERN KENTUCKY LEGAL AID SOCIETY, INC. Medical Health Kentucky ST. JOSEPH’S HOME COMMUNITY BASED SERVICES DIVISION OF FAMILY SUPPORT NORTHERN KY COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION NORTHERN KENTUCKY RESPIRATORY CARE Medical Transportation (Region 13) NURSES CALLING NORTHERN KY DISTRICT HEALTH The Arc of Kentucky (Special Needs) DEPT. – GRANT COUNTY GRANT COUNTY HELPING HANDS ST. ELIZABETH MEDICAL CENTER— GRANT COUNTY NORTH KEY COMMUNITY CARE St. Vincent DePaul Community Pharmacy Health Point Family Care Medical Care GRANT COUNTY SCHOOL HEALTH SERVICES K.E.Y.S. NORTHERN KY. AREA DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT Mental Health K.E.Y.S. Mental Health America of Northern Kentucky QPR –Suicide Prevention Training KENTUCKY INTENSIVE FAMILY SERVICES NORTHKEY COMMUNITY CARE Money Management GRANT COUNTY COOPERATIVE EXTENSION SERVICES NORTHERN KY COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION WELCOME HOUSE OF NORTHERN KY, INC FAMILY CASE MANAGEMENT WELCOME HOUSE OF NORTHERN KY, INC. PROTECTIVE PAYEE PROGRAM CONSUMER COUNSELING SERVICE HOME OWNERSHIP/BUDGETING Pregnancy CARE NET PREGNANCY SERVICES (Grant County Center) NORTHERN KY DISTRICT HEALTH DEPT. – GRANT COUNTY NEW HOPE CENTER COMMUNITY BASED SERVICES DIVISION OF FAMILY SUPPORT Health Point Family Care Medical Care ST. ELIZABETH MEDICAL CENTER GRANT COUNTY PREGNANCY CENTER OF NORTHERN KENTUCKY GRANT COUNTY YOUTH SERVICES CENTER MERCY MATERNITY HOME H.A.N.D.S. 24-HOUR PREGNANCY HELPLINE Recreation GRANT COUNTY PARKS & RECREATION CRITTENDEN - MT. ZION FAMILY RESOURCE CENTER DRY RIDGE FAMILY RESOURCE CENTER MASON-CORINTH FAMILY RESOURCE CENTER SHERMAN ELEMENTARY FAMILY RESOURCE CENTER WILLIAMSTOWN FRYSC GRANT COUNTY YOUTH SERVICES CENTER GRANT COUNTY 4-H KENTUCKY DEPARTMENT OF FISH AND WILDLIFE Transportation Medical Transportation (Region 13) HANDI-VAN INCORPORATED NORTHERN KENTUCKY TRANSIT SENIOR CITIZENS CENTER BRIGHTON CENTER Utilities ST. VINCENT DEPAUL SOCIETY BRIGHTON CENTER NORTHERN KY COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION Salvation Army Support Groups MVPARENTS AND TEEN CLASSES ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS Al-Anon Family Group Meeting (Circle of Hope) CAREGIVER SUPPORT PROGRAM COMMONWEALTH SUBSTANCE ABUSE Tic Toc Program (Family Nurturing Center) RELATIVE RAISING CHILDREN SUPPORT GROUP FAMILY SERVICES OF NORTHERN KENTUCKY ST. ELIZABETH HOSPICE GRIEF SUPPORT GROUPS TOUGH LOVE BOYS AND GIRLS TOWN NATIONAL HOTLINE 24-HOUR PARENT HELPLINE THE CARE CONNECTION— United Way 211 Service Help Hotlines Click HERE for a listing of numbers Division of Family Support 120 N. Main St. Williamstown, Ky 41097 Phone: 859-824-5202 Fax: 859-824-7910 Contact Person: Rebecca Stillwell Email: rebec.stillwell@ky.gov. Hours: 8:00am-4:30pm Monday –Friday Determine eligibility for Food Stamps, KTAP (Ky Transitional Assistance Program) and Medicaid Division of Protection and Permanency 859-824-4471 120 N. Main St. Williamstown, KY 41097 Fax: 824-7910 Contact Person: Jennifer McComas, Supervisor Email: jennifer.mccomas@ky.gov Investigate child abuse and neglect, adult abuse and neglect and domestic violence Provide on going services for families identified with the abovementioned problems. Provide Preventative assistance for families with small children Provide placement for children at risk Do home evaluations for the court system Report child/elder abuse/neglect, call 859-292-6550 Jonesville Rest Home 859-824-4610 230 School Road Jonesville, KY 41052 Fax: 824-0794 Contact Person: Cliff Wallace, Administrator We are a personal care facility for those who need assisted living to care for their daily needs. We have private pay beds and accept Medicaid. We offer medication administration and help with daily needs such as food, housing and transportation to doctor appointments. We are a licensed adult day care center Grant Manor Health Care Center 859-824-7803 201 Kimberly Lane Williamstown, KY 41097 Fax:824-9614 Contact Person: Amanda Mcelfresh, Admissions Coordinator Hours: 8:00am-4:30pm, Monday through Friday The facility provides direct nursing services to those requiring long-term nursing care and short term rehabilitation services. We have special programs for the cognitively impaired. Financial counseling relating to nursing facility placement is available Senior Citizens Center 859-824-6415 400 N. Main St. Williamstown, KY 41097 Contact Person: Joan Cornman, Director Hours: 8:30am-3:00pm, Monday through Friday Congregate for meals at center. Call by 12pm prior day to orders a meal for the following day. Meals on Wheels-lunch available five days a week. Van services for congregate meals at center, grocery shopping and medical appoitments. Dept. For Employment Services 859-292-6666 320 Garrard St. Covington, KY 41011 Connie Schnell Fax:292-6675 859-371-0808 8020 Memorial Dr. Florence, KY 41092 Fax: 371-5103 Website: http://oet.ky.gov/index.asp Hours:8:00am-4:30pm Monday through Friday Assistance for job seekers Connect with employers needing workers Making referrals to other social agencies Provides access to unemployment insurance for those meeting eligibility Northern Kentucky Area Development District 859-283-1885 22 Spiral Drive Florence, KY 41042 Fax: 2838178 Contact Person: Tonia Slone Contracts with agencies to provide services to persons 60 or older for homemaking, transportation, advocacy, personal care, and Meals on Wheels Having personal care attendants for persons disabled with two or more dysfunctional limbs. Distributes commodities to low income families (butter, corn meal, canned pork, flour etc.) Division of Family Support 859-824-5202 120 N. Main Street. Williamstown KY, 41097 Fax: 824-7910 Hours: 8:00am-4:30pm Monday-Friday Contact Person: Rebecca Stillwell Email: rebec.stillwell@ky.gov Determine eligibility for Food Stamps, KTAP, and Medicaid Grant County Child Support 859-824-0906 101 N. Main Street Williamstown, KY 41097 Fax: 824-0028 Contact: Karrina York Located on the Third Floor of the courthouse The Division of Child Support Enforcement is responsible for establishing paternity and securing child support, medical support or both for children who receive child support services DSE also modifies support, enforces out of state orders and monitors cases Kentucky Division of Child Support 1-800- 443-1576 PO Box 1228 Covington, KY 41042 Hours: 7:00am-7:00pm Monday-Friday 7:00am-3:00pm Saturday Automated services. Information about applying for child support, payment history, assistance etc. 4C of Northern Kentucky 859-781-3511 20 N. Grande Avenue Suite 1A Ft. Thomas KY 41075 Contact Person: Laura Heuser Services include linking parents to child care in their area, information on child care options, regulations and choosing quality child care. Back to child care Northern KY Area Development District 22 Spiral Drive Florence KY 41042 Fax: 282-2728 GRANT COUNTY OFFICE: 824-4768 Hours:8:00am-4:30pm You will need to supply the following at time of your appointment: birth certificate, shot records, social security numbers for yourself, your child, picture ID, and a school schedule. Administers state funds to help qualifying families pay for childcare. Serves entire state of Kentucky. Assistance is based on family size and monthly household income Brighton Center Fax: 859-431-1298 741 Central Ave. Newport KY 41071 Website: www.bright@brightoncenter.com Hours: 8:30am-5:00pm Monday-Friday Family Support Program works with Families who are in need of emergency assistance. We offer the following assistance: food, clothing, rent, deposit, housing searches, tenant/landlord rights, transportation, cleaning supplies, utilities, prescriptions, household items, personal items, diapers, furniture, baby items, USDA commodities, SHARE, and referrals to other agencies. Back to utilities Back to housing Back to food Back to transportation Back to Crisis/Disaster Back to Child Care Williamstown Christian Academy 859-823-2041 318 N. Main St. Williamstown KY 41097 Contact Person: Cindy Walter Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Friday 8:15am-11:15am Operates on school calendar. Preschool Services for ages 3 & 4. Must be 3 years old by Sept. 30th, and potty trained. Requires $50 registration plus $100 monthly tuition. Preschool and Christian curriculum State Certified. Mom’s Christian Daycare 859-824-7499 39 Warsaw Avenue Dry Ridge KY 41035 Fax: 823-9941 Contact Person: Janet, Laura Hours: 6:00am-6:00pm Monday-Friday for children ages 6 weeks- 10 years. The centers is state licensed and has a certified staff. The center has a preschool program, a summer program for school age children, computers, spacious playground, art activities, nutritous meals and snacks. State subsidy is accepted. Back to Child Programs Back to Child Care New Discovery Educational Centers (South) 859-428-1957-disconnect 2815 Dixie Highway Crittenden Ky 41030 Fax: 823-9941 Contact Person: Cathy Davis Hours: 6:00am-6:00pm Monday-Friday for children ages 6 weeks- 10 years. The centers is state licensed and has a certified staff. The center has a preschool program, a summer program for school age children, computers, spacious playground, art activities, nutritous meals and snacks. State subsidy is accepted. Back to Child Programs Back to Child Care WILLIAMSTOWN BOARD OF EDUCATION HEAD START 859 824-3228 Voicemail 300 Helton Road Williamstown, KY Website: www.williamstown.kyschools.us Contact: Misty Middleton Hours: Monday-Friday 7:30-4:00 Provides educational services for children 3 and 4 years of age and residing in Grant County. Serves families meeting income poverty guidelines. Income eligible four year old children and children identified with a qualifying disability/delay are served first, with income eligible three year old children being places as space becomes available. The eligibility . Requirements for each program vary CHILDREN INC. 859 431-2075 1053 Madison Ave. Covington, KY Children Inc. provides after school day care at Crittenden-Mt Zion Elementary School, Dry Ridge Elementary School and Sherman Elementary from 3:00pm-6:00pm Monday-Friday. Staff members receive training in CPR and First Aid, as well as twelve hours training in childcare annually. All programs participate in the STARS FOR KIDS NOW initiative. A snack is offered daily, as well as activities, crafts, homework time and recreation. Please call for daily and weekly rates. 10.00-44.00 weekly. GRANT CO. COMMUNITY EARLY CHILDHOOD COUNCIL 859 824-3040 275 School Rd. Dry Ridge KY Hours: 8:00am–3:30pm The CECC provides state-approved trainings for Grant County child care professionals (in-home & day cares) fall and spring. Scholarships for out of county trainings are provided on a limited basis. Eligibility requirements: Services are provided to in-county childcare providers and individuals interested in becoming certified child care providers. Grant County Public Library 859-824-2080 201 Barnes Road Williamstown, KY Website: www.grantcountypubliclibrary.org Contact: Susan Calloway Nimersheim-Director Email:s.nimersheim@fuse.net Hours: Monday-Thursday 9:00am-8:00pm Friday and Saturday 9:00am-6:00pm Sunday 1:00-5:00pm. The library offers monthly computer classes; informational and recreational programs for adults, teens, children, and families; five weekly story hours for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and families; a summer reading program; and monthly movies for families, teens, and adults; and Interlibrary Loan (ILL) service from other libraries. Most programs are free, but registration is required. Free library cards are available to Grant County residents who show proof of address, such as a driver’s license, tax bill, or utility bill, etc. Nonresident and Transient library cards may also be available. For more information contact the library or visit their website. Grant County Extension Office- 4H Program 859 824-3355 105 Baton Rouge Rd. Williamstown,KY 41097 Contact: Chris Ammerman- Ag. Agent, Patty Poor- Family consumer agent, Joyce Doyle- 4-H agent Website: http://ces.ca.uky.edu/grant 4-H is the largest youth organization in the world for youth ages 9-19. The purpose of 4-H is to promote the development of youth into productive, self-directing and contributing members of society. This is accomplished through informal education programs, activities and projects led by volunteers and professional educators. Youth may choose to participate in projects and activities from caring for animals, to giving speeches, going to camp, participating in crafts and much more. Clover Bud Clubs are also offered for age 8 years and younger. Boy Scouts Of America 513 577-7738 10078 Reading Rd. Cincinnati, OH 45421 Website: www.danbeard.org If you are between the ages of 7 and 20, you might be interested in one of the Scouting programs. Scouting offers a time-tested set of activities that have produced fine citizens, strong family members, and community leaders for more than 90 years. Cub Scouts For information on Cub Scouts/ Boy Scouts for ages 11 years and older, call 1 800-872-6887or visit our web site at www.danbeard.org. A.W.A.N.A. Youth Groups 859 428-3122 Crittenden Baptist Church Children’s Programs for ages Kindergarten and up. Meetings are on Wednesday evenings from 6:30 to 8:15pm Sherman Baptist Youth Group 859 428-2695 3525 Dixie Hwy. Dry Ridge, KY Contact Person: Gary Rose Sunday Evening Youth Group: 6:00pm. Youth program for children through age 18. Place of Difference: Right after school hours Wednesday-Highschool Thursday -Middleschool Children’s Choir offered to children age 5 through 5th grades. Contact Person for Choir: Tony Doane Youth Bible Study: Wednesday evenings Crittenden Mt. Zion Family Resource Center 859 428-0800 270 Crittenden-Mt. Zion Rd. Dry Ridge, KY Contact Person: Kay Hughett Email: kay.hughett@grant.kyschools.us CMZ Family Resource Center serves as a direct link between community agencies, CMZ School and families throughout the Crittenden-Mt. Zion area. The CMZ Family Resource Center provides referrals for health services, childcare, adult education, counseling and basic needs. Resources and direct services are provided for parenting skills, reading programs, school services, summer program and school programs. Back to recreation Back to child program MVPARENTS AND TEEN CLASSES 859-824-1270 305 School Rd. Dry Ridge KY Contact: Grant County Youth Service Center 824-1270 (M-F 7:30-3:30) www.grantcountyysc.com ( to pre-register) Classes are Tuesday evenings 6:00pm-8:30pm at the YSC located behind Grant County Middle 5:30pm-7:30pm School. Teens grade 6-12. Facilitators will help families to identify their strengths through the Developmental Assets Inventory and increase their assets throughout the 8 week sessions. *Requires Pre-registration Back to support group Back to parenting Back to crisis Back to Child Program Licking Valley Girl Scout Council, Inc. 859 342-6263 or 800 716-6162 607 Watson Road Erlanger, KY Contact Person: Amanda Stites, Membership Marketing Manager Girl’s organization, which includes traditional troops and interest groups. Mason-Corinth Family Resource Center 859 824-9510 225 Heekin Road Williamstown, KY Contact Person: Marianne Smith, Coordinator Email: Marianne.smith@grant.kyschools.us Center Hours: 7:45am - 3:45pm, Monday – Friday The Family Resource Center assists families in finding services in the community that meet their needs. We host several programs throughout the year for families to attend. Back to recreation Back to child programs Williamstown Family Resource/Youth Service Center 859 824-4184 300 Helton St.Williamstown, KY Contact Person: Kelly West Coordinator kelly.west@williamstown.kyschools.us Tammy McClelland Coordinators Assist. Tammy.McClelland@williamstown.kyschools.us The center links, finds, and develops programs primarily for Williamstown School students and their families, so that students may do better in school. Programs provided range from parenting classes, student afterschool programs, summer programs for elementary children and various workshops. Dry Ridge Family Resource Center 859 824-3040 275 School Rd. Dry Ridge, KY Contact Person: Lanette Whalen, Coordinator Email: lanette.whalen@grant.kyschools.us Web address: www.dryridgeelementary.net/frc The Dry Ridge Elementary Family Resource Center links Dry Ridge Elementary families with their community through referrals, programs and events. Referral assistance is available for health, vision, childcare, adult education, community education, and basic needs. The FRC sponsors a wide variety of family programs and events, all geared toward family involvement in the school, continued education for the parent and child, and overall educational success. Programs include, but are not limited to, Family Reading Night (held once a month), Family Fun Night (held approximately 6 times per school year), after school programs for students (craft days, special events) and Family Support Services Back to recreation Back to child programs Grant County Youth Service Center 859 824-1270 –GCMS 824-9739 –GCHS ext. 4247 GCMS --- 305 School Road Dry Ridge, KY GCHS ---715 Warsaw Rd Rm.247 Allison Brewer Mortenson, allison.mortenson@grant.kyschools.us Hours: GCMS 7:30am-3:30pm Monday-Friday GCHS 7:30-3:30pm Monday-Friday We link students/families with community agencies. Referrals are made for substance abuse, physical & mental health issues, basic needs, and educational support We sponsor programs and supply resources for: Career exploration and development Summer and Part-time job development (High School) Peer Mediation Teen Parent Support Support Groups: Anger Management, Depression, Peer Relationships, Divorce, Grief, etc. Programs for prevention of substance abuse and violence Tobacco Education Back to Parenting Education recreation Volunteering opportunities Family crisis and mental health counseling Health and social services Back to crisis Back to Back to Back to Child pregnancy counseling Programs American Red Cross, Grant County Unit 859 630-3460 P.O. Box 363 Williamstown KY 41097 Emergency 1-800-255-7070 American Red Cross Health and Safety Services provides the knowledge and teaches the skills that enable people to prevent, prepare for and respond to emergencies and contribute to safer, healthier lives. The Red Cross is a humanitarian organization. Offers first aid and CPR classes Back to Child Programs American Red Cross, Grant County Unit 859 630-3460 P.O. Box 363 Williamstown KY 41097 Contact Person: Diana Morgan Emergency 1-800-255-7070 American Red Cross Health and Safety Services provides the knowledge and teaches the skills that enable people to prevent, prepare for and respond to emergencies and contribute to safer, healthier lives. The Red Cross is a humanitarian organization. Offers first aid and CPR classes Back to crisis Back to Child Programs St Vincent Depaul Society 859-341-3219 A new conference of St. Vincent DePaul Society has been organized by the parishioners of St. Williams Catholic Church. The Society helps people who are in need. When funding is available these benefits include; but are not limited to, help with rent, utilities, food, clothing, and furniture. You must call the above number to be referred for local assistance. Back to utilities Back to food Back to Crisis/Disaster Back to clothing Grant County Helping Hands 859 823-0286 214 Barnes Rd. Williamstown, KY Hours of Operation: Tuesdays 9:00am – Noon Thursdays 4:00pm-8:00pm Food distribution is the 4th Wednesday of each month 9:00am12:00pmA direct service agency that provides assistance with food, clothing, shelter, utilities, medical and furniture. Back to medical Back to housing Back to food Back to clothing Northern Ky Community Action Commission 859 824-4768 134 N. Main Street Williamstown, KY Contact Person: Carrie Pugh-Supervisor cpugh@nkcac.org Provides assistance for food, clothing, utilities, homeless person, limited medical needs, weatherization, budgeting, credit counseling, tax preparation and some emergency needs. Amy Brackman-Clare provides states subsidized childcare community service listed above. Back to utilities Back to clothing Brighton Center Fax 859 431-1298 741 Central Ave. Newport, KY Website: www.brightoncenter.com Hours: 8:30am-5:00pm Monday-Friday The Family Support program works with families who are in need of emergency assistance. The program primarily serves Campbell County, however, residents of Kenton, Boone, Grant, Pendleton, Carroll, Owen, and Gallatin Counties are also assisted. The Family Support Program offers the following types of assistance: food, clothing, rent, deposit, housing searches, tenant/landlord rights, transportation, cleaning supplies, utilities, prescriptions, household items, personal items, diapers, furniture, baby items, USDA commodities, SHARE, and referrals to other agencies. . Back to Counseling Back to clothing Adolescent Chemical Dependency Program 859-962-5384 Disconnected 7380 Turfway Rd. Florence, KY Hours: Monday, Wednesday and Friday 2pm-5pm This program is a family-based treatment model with a track record for innovation and quality chemical dependency program. Services include Chemical Dependency Assessments, Psychiatric Evaluation and Services, Drug Screening, Medical and Nutritional Screenings, Alcohol and Drug Education Groups, Group Therapy, Individual Counseling, Family Counseling, Family Education Program, Intensive Outpatient Care, and Aftercare Program. The program serves youth ages 14-17. Care Net Pregnancy Services (Grant County Center) (859) 824-0123 305 North Main St. Williamstown KY 41097 Highland Heights (859)835-2692 24hour Helpline 859-282-9878 Back to counseling MODLIN AND ASSOCIATES 859 824-7390 214-C South Main St. Williamstown, KY Most referrals for counseling come from the court system. Programs for DUI/DWI Offenders, Theft Class, Anger Management, substance abuse treatment services, criminal justice clients. FAMILY NURTURING CENTER 859 525-3200 x 21 7990 Dixie Hwy Florence, KY Contact Person: Kathy Miller-Cox kathy.miller-cox@familynurture.org We provide free individual and family counseling for children who have been sexually abused, for children who have witnessed domestic violence, and children who have been neglected or physically abused. Also provide 12-week groups for children who have been sexually abused, a sibling group, and a non-offender parent/caregiver group. We serve families in Boone, Campbell, Carroll, Gallatin, Grant, Kenton, Owen and Pendleton Counties. Please call to set appointment. We offer a children’s area. Back to crisis Back to parenting Back to counseling FAMILY PRESERVATION/REUNIFICATION 859-581-1111 Brighton Center (call for building location) Family Preservation Programs provide in-home services for youth and families dealing with crisis and works toward keeping the family together when appropriate. Back to Crisis/Disaster Back to counseling NEW HOPE CENTER 859 341-0766 1-800-822-5824 859-431-0011 859-391-1725 288 Thomas More Pkwy. Crestview Hills, KY 3720 Decoursey rd. Latonia, KY 11093 Alexandria Pike, Alexandria, KY 41001 24 Hour Helpline: 859-341-0766 Website: www.newhopecenter.com We provide free and confidential services: Pregnancy testing and verification • Abortion alternatives • Adoption education and referrals • Abstinence and STD information • Ongoing counseling and support • Referrals to Community resources, Local Churches, Pastors, Christian Counseling • Parenting classes • Bible Studies • Maternity clothing, infant clothing and accessories • New Hope is offering “10 Steps to Sexual Health” Offering Hope and Choices to Women facing unplanned pregnancies. Back to pregnancy Back to parenting Back to counseling KENTUCKY INTENSIVE FAMILY SERVICES 859-647-0787 73 Cavalier Blvd. # 104 Florence KY Contact: Lynn Eastman Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm We provide therapeutic foster care for children ages 0-18. TFC implies close case worker support and the availability of Mental Health Services. We are always looking for people who would like to share their home with a child in need. NORTH KEY COMMUNITY CARE 859 824-4442 Contact Person: Marsha Caskey 308 Barnes Road Williamstown, KY •Individual, family and group counseling for children and adults. •Substance abuse counseling (individual or group) •Psychiatric services •School based counseling •Therapeutic rehabilitation •Case management services •Work habilitation for mentally handicapped population •Children / adolescent partial hospitalization program •For new counseling contact intake Back to counseling WOMEN’S CRISIS CENTER 859-824-7697 800 928-3335 Contact Person: Bonnie 141 Main St. Williamstown KY (24 hr. HOTLINE) Women’s Crisis Center advocates for the empowerment of adults and children who have survived domestic violence, sexual abuse or rape. We provide crisis intervention, counseling, education and shelter (Northern KY or Maysville) for partner abuse survivors, also court advocacy. Public education programs grades K-12 and adults Volunteer programs Our Williamstown location is a one-person outreach office serving Grant and Pendleton counties. The advocate is available for court advocacy and counseling in both counties. The advocate is often out of the office (in court), but walk-ins are still welcome. Back to housing Back to counseling COMMUNITY BASED SERVICES DIVISION OF PROTECTION AND PERMANENCY 859 824-4471 120 N. Main St. Williamstown, KY Investigates child abuse and neglect, adult abuse and neglect and domestic violence. Provides on going services to families identified with the above-mentioned problems. Provides preventative assistance for families with small children in economic crisis. Provides placement for children at risk. Do home evaluations for the court system. Back to counseling CONSUMER COUNSELING SERVICE 859 283-9617 11 Shelby St. Florence, KY Contact Person: Tiffany Baker Hours: 8:15am – 4:45pm, Monday – Friday For first appointment call: 800 355-2227 This free program teaches about the wise use of credit and how to establish a budget, personalized for your family needs. This service can combine and lower your debt. You must have an income to participate in the program. Tic Toc Program (Family Nurturing Center) (859) 525-3200 7990 Dixie Highway Florence KY Ext. 21 Contact Jennifer.jorgenson@familynurture.org for Williamstown group location. Tic Toc therapeutic treatment program is for children and families impacted by sexual or violent crimes. Children age four through eighteen, parents, and siblings meet in separate, age-appropriate groups to begin the healing process. Groups meet once a week for ninety minutes for twelve consecutive weeks. Children’s groups are therapeutic with an emphasis on decreasing feelings of shame, guilt, and isolation; rebuilding trust; and enhancing selfesteem.The Parent Group is one of education and support with an emphasis on helping the family through the crisis. Parents learn methods to respond appropriately to their child and build supportive networks and resources. Back to support groups Back to crisis Back to counseling K.E.Y.S GCMS 305 School Rd. Dry Ridge KY DRE 275 School Rd. Dry Ridge 859-824-1271 859-824-4484 Ext. 122 Back to crisis Back to counseling Back to mental health Mission: To provide a coordinated network of community-based services and supports that are organized to meet the needs of youth and their families with mental health concerns. Vision: Families and youth working in partnership with public and private organizations to provide community-based services and supports that are effective, building on the strength of individuals, and that are sensitive to each person’s language and culture. For more information on KEYS in surrounding counties, contact the KEYS central office at 428-4100. KEYS, a part of the Unbridled Spirit of Kentucky, is funded by a federal grant from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), and is administered through NorthKey Community Care. GRIEF COUNSELING GROUPS 859- 815-1016 No longer in service St. Elizabeth Hospital Contact: Tristan Jimenez Provides grief counseling for Grant County Schools in a group setting. Meets at school weekly. Grant County CDW 859 824-5063 212A Barnes Road Williamstown KY Contact: Christine Vickers Responsible for processing complaints against juveniles under 18 who have committed public status offenses. Minor complaints are monitored by the CDW office while major offenses are sent to juvenile court. DEPT. OF JUVENILE JUSTICE 859 824-1300 Disconnect 126 N. Main St. Williamstown KY Contact: Kimberly or Jamie Davies Hours: Monday-Friday 8am-4pm DJJ provide case management services to juveniles who have been adjudicated in the court system. The youth that are either probated or committed to DJJ are place on conditions. The youth that are not actively places on supervision with DJJ are referred to other programs or counseling services. DJJ refers the youth to services to address their needs which may include drug treatment, mental health, family counseling, out of home care etc. DJJ follows p with the youth to ensure they are following conditions of probation or commitment. COMMUNITY BASED SERVICES DIVISION OF FAMILY SUPPORT 859 824-5202 120 North Main St. Williamstown, KY Hours: 8:00am – 4:30pm Monday – Friday Determine eligibility for Food Stamps, KTAP and Medicaid. Back to pregnancy Back to medical Back to food COMMUNITY BASED SERVICES DIVISION OF PROTECTION AND PERMANENCY 859 824-4471 120 North Main St. Williamstown, KY Investigate child abuse and neglect, adult abuse and neglect and domestic violence. Provide on going services to families identified with the above-mentioned problems. Provide preventative assistance for families with small children in economic crisis. Provide placement for children at risk. Do home evaluations for the court system. COMMUNITY SERVICE/ JUVENILE 859-823-2345 101 N. Main St. Suite 4 Williamstown KY Website: www.grantcounty.ky.gov Vanessa Rose Coordinator Vanessa@grantco.org Hours: 9am-4:30pm Monday-Friday Organizes community service and provides programs for juveniles referred by the Court and the Court Designated Worker. KY MULTI-COUNTY TASK FORCES ON CHILD ABUSE, INC. 859 824-6526 95 S. Main St. P.O. Box 257 Dry Ridge, KY 24 HOUR HOTLINE: 800 468-8920 Robert Landrum-Director Email: kychild@kychildabuse.org Website: www.kychildabuse.org Hours: 8:30am – 5:00pm; Monday – Friday The primary purpose of the KY Multi-County Task Forces is to educate the general public about what child abuse is and thus heighten the awareness of abuse. The KY Multi-County Task Forces is an educational organization. The awareness of abuse is not limited to the awareness of sexual abuse alone. The KY Multi-County Task Forces attempts to heighten the awareness of all types of child abuse and neglect, including sexual, physical, emotional, and the neglect of the basic essentials of food, clothing, shelter, education and supervision. It is through this approach that the KY Multi-County Task Forces hopes to help prevent child abuse. Subsequently, it further heightens the awareness of missing children ADOLESCENT CHEMICAL DEPENDENCY PROGRAM 859-962-5384 Disconnect St. Luke Hospital West 7380 Turfway Rd. Florence KY Hours: Monday, Wednesday and Friday 2pm-5pm This program is a family-based treatment model with a track record for innovation and quality chemical dependency program. Services include Chemical Dependency Assessments, Psychiatric Evaluation and Services, Drug Screening, Medical and Nutritional Screenings, Alcohol and Drug Education Groups, Group Therapy, Individual Counseling, Family Counseling, Family Education Program, Intensive Outpatient Care, and Aftercare Program. The program serves youth ages 14-17. CHILDREN’S CRISIS CENTER 859 824-6526 P.O. Box 45 Demossville KY Executive Director: Robin D. Landrum Serving Boone, Bracken, Campbell, Gallatin, Grant, Kenton and Pendleton Counties The Children’s Crisis Center of Northern Kentucky, Inc., provides up to 24 hours of emergency housing, food, clothing, and other basic emergency services to children and their guardians who have been displaced from their homes because of acts of domestic violence. Services are obtained by referral only, Family Resource Youth Services Centers, Women’s Crisis center, Social Service agencies and police departments from the above counties. To qualify for services, the guardian must agree to file charges against the violator. Information may be obtained by calling the administrative office listed above. CHILDREN OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE 1 866-394-HELP (4357) Not available for calling area Contact Person: Marty A. Hart, Director Children of Domestic Violence Inc. provide emergency funds to purchase products and services for children of domestic violence. Application for funding may be submitted by referrals only, from family/youth resource centers, women’s crisis center, social service agencies and police departments. NORTH KEY COMMUNITY CARE 859 824-4442 308 Barnes Road Williamstown, KY Grant County Office Contact Person: Marsha Caskey • Individual, family and group counseling for children and adults. • Substance abuse counseling (individual or group) • Psychiatric services • School based counseling • Therapeutic rehabilitation • Case management services • Work habilitation for mentally handicapped population • Children / adolescent partial hospitalization program •New counseling contact intake ST. JOSEPH’S HOME 513 563-2520 10722 Wyscarver Rd. Cincinnati, OH Hours: 8:30 – 4:30 Monday – Friday for appointment. The Harold C. Scott Respite Center provides care to families with children who are medically fragile or developmentally disabled. Also provides long term placement. Financial assistance is available. Back to medical Back to crisis FAMILY NURTURING CENTER 859 525-3200 ext21 7990 Dixie Hwy Florence, KY Contact Person: Kathy Miller-Cox Website: kathy.miller-cox@familynurture.org] We provide free individual and family counseling for children who have been sexually abused, for children who have witnessed domestic violence, and children who have been neglected or physically abused. We also provide a 12-week group for children who have been sexually abused, a sibling group, and a non-offender parent/caregiver group. We serve families in Boone, Campbell, Carroll, Gallatin, Grant, Kenton, Owen and Pendleton Counties. Please call to set appointment. NORTHKEY REGIONAL PREVENTION EARLY INTERVENTION 859 283-0952 7075 Industrial Rd. Florence, KY The Early Intervention Program (EIP) is a service offered by NorthKey Regional Prevention Center. The program includes an alcohol and drug assessment resulting in a referral to either education classes or a more extensive assessment. This program is open to middle school and high school students who are under the age of 18 years.The mission of the EIP is to educate adolescents to make choices that reduce their risk for alcohol and other drug problems. An additional goal is to reduce the recidivism rate of the youth through screening assessments, prevention strategies, and referrals to community resources. We use the Prime for Life! Under 21 curriculums, this is a research-based educational program.This program is offered and held in Grant County on a regular basis. NorthKey Child Crisis Stabilization Services 24- Hour Access Unit 877-331-3292 North Key offers short-term intensive therapy as a way of preventing needless hospitalization. The program includes a mobile unit, which will meet a child and his or her caregiver at a safe location in any of the eight counties of Northern Kentucky within 3 to 24 hours of the initial call. The crisis clinician will conduct an assessment to determine the needs of the child. If hospitalization is deemed necessary, the clinician will facilitate the process. If hospitalization is not appropriate, the clinician will provide short-term intensive therapy for a period of one to three weeks, which includes outpatient counseling, home/school visits and service coordination. Referrals can be made by calling the Access line. A sliding fee scale is available based on family size and income. Medicaid and other forms of insurance are accepted. 1-2-3 MAGIC (CARE NET) 824-0123 305 N. Main St. Williamstown KY Call Care Net for class times. Care Net Pregnancy services of Northern Kentucky cares about your future as parents. Our goal is to prepare you for a life of joy and love with your child. We offer an awarding winner program with practical easy to learn parenting techniques that work for children ages 2-12. Back to parenting H.A.N.D.S. (Health Access Nurturing Development Services) Contact Home-visiting at 363-2061 H.A.N.D.S. is a service for first time mothers and/or fathers. Trained visitors will provide information so that you, as parents can provide the best for your new baby. A visitor will meet with you to describe services available and to any questions you may have. There is no cost to the family. If you decide the program is for you, you will receive the following support: Support through your pregnancy and the early years of your baby’s life. Ways to make your home safer for your baby. Information on how to care for your baby. Facts that will let you know your baby is growing and developing in healthy ways. Activities that you and your baby can enjoy together. Access to other community services Back to pregnancy Back to parenting NORTHERN KY. COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSON 859 824-4768 134 N. Main Street Williamstown, KY Carrie Pugh-Supervisor cpugh@nkcac.org Provides assistance for food, clothing, utilities, homeless person, limited medical needs, weatherization, budgeting, credit counseling, tax preparation and some emergency needs. Amy Brackman-Clare provides states subsidized childcare community service listed above. Back to medical Back to housing Back to food LAWRENCEVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH (Manger Ministries) WEW 859 575-2630 3650 Lawrenceville Rd. In-house food pantry. Call ahead for availability. St. Vincent DePaul Society 859-341-3219 A new conference of St. Vincent DePaul Society has been organized by the parishioners of St. Williams Catholic Church. The Society helps people who are in need. When funding is available these benefits include; but are not limited to, help with rent, utilities, food, clothing, and furniture. You must call the above number to be referred for local assistance. SENIOR CITIZENS CENTER 859 824-6415 400 North Main Street Williamstown, KY Contact Person: Joan Cornman, Director Center Hours: –, Monday – Friday Congregate for meals at center. Call by prior day to order a meal for following day. Meals on Wheels – lunch available five days a week. Van service for congregate meals at center, grocery shopping and medical appointments. Nutrition workshops monthly. Back to transportation Back to food SUMMER FOOD SERVICE PROGRAM FOR CHILDREN 859 824-3323 Grant County Board of Ed. Williamstown, KY Contact Person: Margaret Prewitt Sponsored by the Food Service Department of Grant County Schools and Grant County Community Education. Provides nutritious meals to children eighteen years of age or under at no cost during the summer months. Various sites and times are announced before the program begins in June. Meals are served outside in good weather and must be eaten at the site. The federal government funds the program. WILLIAMSTOWN CHRISTIAN CHURCH 859-823-2041 318 N. Main St. Williamstown KY www.williamstownchristian.com Contact: Lorrie Richerson Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:00pm (please call ahead) We assist with funds needed for utilities. We also have an in-house pantry with staple food items. Utility bill and picture ID with current address needed when filling out application for assistance. Back to utilities Back to food Welcome House (Emergency Shelter) 859-431-8717 141 Pike Street Covington KY 41011 The Welcome House provides emergency shelter to homeless women and their children. Capacity ranges from 25-35 individuals. Basic needs such as meals, personal care items, and linens are provided. Alternative housing is arranged for two parent families and families with male children over the age of 12. Residents are required to meet regularly with a case manager to develop an individual plan that addresses income and housing ACADEMY PLACE APARTMENTS 859 824-4643 285 Old Corinth-Owenton Rd. Corinth, KY Contact Person: Lynn True-Mullins, 3665 Gloucester Drive, Lexington, KY 40510 Owners: Lynn True-Mullins and Mr. & Mrs. Gordon R. True; Corinth, KY No rental assistance is provided, but Kentucky Housing Tax Credit rents apply. The apartments have a total of 16 units. 1, 2 and 3 bedroom units are available CORINTH COUNTRY HOMES 859 824-5931 Disconnected 255 Church Street Corinth, KY The apartments have a total of 8 units. All apartments are 1-bedroom restricted to elderly, handicapped or disabled residents. Full rental assistance is available. There are alarm systems in each apartment and on-site laundry facilities. USDA RURAL DEVELOPMENT 486 Helton St. Williamstown KY 859-824-7171 www.rurdev.usda.gov/ky Contact: Ernest Scruggs Hours: 8:00am-4:30pm Rural development provides low interest subsidized homes loans to very low and low income families. We also provide 1% loans up to $20,000 for qualified very low income families to be used for needed repairs for example; Heat & Air unit, plumbing, roof, windows and numerous other repairs to make a home safe and sanitary for the home owner. Please see our website for a complete listing of services. HOUSING AUTHORITY OF DRY RIDGE (MEADOWVIEW ESTATES) 859 824-4432 300 Meadowview Circle Dry Ridge, KY Contact Person: Barbara J. Owen, Executive Director HOUSING AUTHORITY OF WILLIAMSTOWN 859 823-1511 Contact Person: Kathy Faulkner 514 Helton Heights Williamstown, KY Low income housing and utility assistance. Assistance in day-to-day living. Referrals to local agencies Location for Summer Food Program – Grant County Schools LOCUST RIDGE APARTMENTS 859 823-4481 Contact Person: Cecilia Laws Low-income housing 275 McCoy Road Dry Ridge, KY NORTHERN KY COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION 859 824-4768 134 N. Main Street Williamstown, KY Carrie Pugh-Supervisor cpugh@nkcac.org Provides assistance for food, clothing, utilities, homeless person, limited medical needs, weatherization, budgeting, credit counseling, tax preparation and some emergency needs. Amy Brackman-Clare provides states subsidized childcare community service listed above. NORWOOD I & II APARTMENTS 859 824-5663 206 Humes Ridge Road Williamstown, KY Contact Person: Vicky Warren Low income housing WOMEN’S CRISIS CENTER 859 824-7697 or 800 928-3335 24 Hr. HOTLINE 141 N. Main St. Suite F Williamstown, KY Contact Person: Bonnie Women’s Crisis Center advocates for the empowerment of adults and children who have survived domestic violence, sexual abuse or rape. We provide crisis intervention, counseling, education, and shelter (No.Ky or Maysville) for partner abuse survivors, also court advocacy. Public Education Programs grades K-12 and Adults. Volunteer Program Our Williamstown location is a one-person outreach office serving Grant and Pendleton Counties. The advocate is available for court advocacy and counseling in both counties. The advocate is often out of the office (in court), but walk-ins are still welcome. FAIRHAVEN RESCUE MISSION 859 491-1027 260 West Pike Street Covington, KY 41012 Contact Person: Sandra Hammers, Director of Operations Fairhaven provides a men’s shelter. An evening meal is served each night at 6:00pm. Emergency assistance is provided to families Monday and Friday, 11:00am - noon. Provides clothing for men, women and children. An after school program is provided for children at 4:00pm. Provides living skill opportunities. Reading and tutoring classes provided. Intake is between 6:00pm – 6:30pm at back of building. You must have photo ID and pass a breathalyzer test before permitted to stay. H.U.D. AND SECTION 8 859 823-1511 514 Helton Heights Williamstown, KY Federal programs that provide rent subsidies for eligible, low-income families. PARKVIEW MANOR 859 824-7722 228 S. Main St Williamstown, KY Contact Person: Margaret Ann Dixon, Administrator Apartment complex for senior citizens. GRANT COUNTY CDW 212A Barnes Road Williamstown KY 859 824-5063 Contact: Kristine Vickers Responsible for processing complaints against under 18 juveniles who have committed public status offenses. Minor complaints are monitored by the CDW office while major offenses are sent to juvenile court. CHILDREN’S LAW CENTER 859 431-3313 1002 Russell St. Covington, KY Contact Person: Kim Brooks-Tandy, Executive Director Website: www.childrenslawky.org Email: childrenslaw@fuse.net The Children's Law Center represents young people in a variety of legal and administrative proceedings including child abuse and neglect matters, special education and other school issues, homelessness, juvenile justice issues, and "multi-system" cases. The Center is engaged in litigation at the trial court and appellate levels and in both federal and state courts as well as administrative forums. DOES NOT REPRESENT STATUS OFFENDERS KENTUCKY YOUTH ADVOCATES 502 985-8167 or 502 875-4865 Disc. 2034 Frankfort Avenue Louisville, KY Contact Person: Terry Brooks, Executive Director Website: www.kyyouth.org Hours: Call for appointment during normal business hours. KYA is an independent, non-profit child’s advocacy organization. We represent the interests of all Kentucky children by vigorously promoting positive changes in programs and policies that affect large numbers of children. Our strategies include research and analysis, case advocacy, public education, negotiation, legislative monitoring, and as a last resource, class-action lawsuits. Often youth or their guardians contact KYA if they believe that their service needs aren’t being met by the school, court system, child protective services, or the juvenile justice system. GRANT COUNTY ATTORNEY 859 823-5091 101 N. Main Street Williamstown, KY Contact Person: Joe Taylor, County Attorney Office hours for the public are Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 4:00pm. Any complaints or petitions must be investigated by an agency prior to being referred to our office. After an investigation by Social Services or a Police Agency, we prepare petitions and complaints. Child support enforcement services through our child support office. GRANT COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 859 824-3322 Contact Person: Wade Gutman 149 N. Main St. Williamstown, KY GRANT COUNTY CIRCUIT COURT CLERK 859 824-4467 101 N. Main Street Williamstown, KY Office hours are Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 4:00pm, and Saturday 8:30am – 12:00pm This office issues driver’s license and state identification. GRANT COUNTY CLERK’S OFFICE 859 824-4292 Wrong # 101 N. Main Street Williamstown, KY Responsibilities including issue of auto registrations, registering voters and performing other election-related duties. The county clerk retains written verification of certain oaths of office, stores various legal records and county records, and prepares the county tax bills. GRANT COUNTY FISCAL COURT 859 823-7561 or 859 823-1871 101 N. Main Street Williamstown, KY Darrell Link Judge Executive Provide emergency services which include ambulance, DES, fire, police and rescue. Make infrastructure improvements such as roads, transportation and water. Help meet basic needs – Meals on Wheels. Strive towards a clean environment. Involved in maintaining county parks and recreation programs. NORTHERN KENTUCKY LEGAL AID SOCIETY, INC. 859 431-8200 or 800 888-8189 302 Greenup Street Covington, KY Hours: 8:30am – 4:30pm Provide legal aide for low income clients NORTHERN KENTUCKY LEGAL AID SOCIETY, INC. 859 431-8200 or 800 888-8189 302 Greenup Street Covington, KY Hours: 8:30am – 4:30pm Provide legal aide for low income clients Health Kentucky 1-800-633-810 Wrong number Apply at Community Based Services Health Kentucky is the umbrella program that includes Kentucky Physicians Care (KPC). It is a voluntary network of over 2000 physicians, 485 pharmacies, and pharmaceuticals manufactures. Health Kentucky is not associated with or is it a part of Medicaid or Medicare Programs. Health Kentucky relies upon private donations to fund its’ various programs and services. Health Kentucky was designed to aide those Kentuckians who for one reason or another are unable to afford quality healthcare. It is designed for preventative care and not emergencies. Eligibility Requirements: Applicant must be a Kentucky resident between the ages of 19-64. Cannot be covered by any other insurance including Medicaid, Medicare, KCHIP, or Disability (SSI) Income level for applicant must be at or below Federal Poverty guidelines. This can be determined when completing the application. Health Kentucky CANNOT: Pay past medical bills. Pay for prescriptions other than those approved by the program. It does not aid with motor vehicle accident or work related injuries. Assist with disability determination. ST. JOSEPH’S HOME 513 563-2520 10722 Wyscarver Rd. Cincinnati, OH Contact Person: Teresa Brockert Hours: 8:30 – 4:30 Monday – Friday for appointment. The Harold C. Scott Respite Center provides care to families with children who are medically fragile or developmentally disabled. Also provides long term placement. Financial assistance is available. COMMUNITY BASED SERVICES DIVISION OF FAMILY SUPPORT 859 824-5202 120 N. Main Street Williamstown, KY Hours: 8:00am – 4:30pm, Monday – Friday Determine eligibility for Food Stamps, KTAP and Medicaid LKLP Transportation (Region 13) 800-245-2826 Serving: Boone, Campbell, Carroll, Gallatin, Grant, Kenton, Owen, Pendleton, Henry and Trimble Counties Hours: Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm and Saturday 8am-1pm To request transportation you must have a confirmed appointment with Medicaidapproved physician or at a Medicaid-authorized facility and call Region 13 at least two days prior to the appointment. Prior to calling Region 13 Transportation be sure to have all of the following information: correct spelling of the recipient’s name, recipient’s social security number, name of the physician or medical facility and phone number, a complete street address of the doctor or medical facility with zip code, the date and time of the appointment and medical purpose of the appointment. Reservations must be made at least 48 hours in advance of the appointment date. Eligibility will be confirmed and information above requested. Upon completion of reservation, you will be given a pickup time and the name and phone number of the transportation provider assigned to the trip. Back to transportation Back to medical NORTHERN KY DISTRICT HEALTH DEPT. – GRANT COUNTY 859 824-5074 234 Barnes Road Williamstown, KY Contact Person: Debbie Wright R.N. Debbie.Wright@ky.gov Hours: Monday – Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm All Programs offered are subject to eligibility requirements. Program cost vary depending upon eligibility and income. No one is denied service for inability to pay. Children’s Health Services- Well child exams; EPSDT exams; schools physicals; Kentucky Vaccine program; Lead Screening; Dental Varnishing. Women, Infant, and Children WIC- Supplemental nutrition program for pregnant, breastfeeding and postpartum women, infants and children up to 5 years of ages. WIC provides nutritious foods, information on health eating and lifestyles, and referrals to other services as needed. Medical Nutrition Counseling- Individual counseling services based on medical need such as diabetes, heart disease, over or underweight, eating disorders or other conditions affected by diet. Kentucky Women’s Cancer Screening Program- Provides pap smear screening for women age 21-64; mammogram screening as indicated for women age 21-64; fecal occult blood testing for women age 50 and older. Family Planning Services- Examinations and methods provided: education and counseling on all methods, including natural family planning and abstinence; preconception counseling; folic acid supplementation, pregnancy test. Communicable Disease Testing and Treatment or Referral- STD testing and treatment/referral; Tuberculosis testing and treatment; Referral to other programs and providers needed. Other health department services- Northern KY District Health Department provides many programs in addition to those listed above. Many programs are available in the community. For more information please visit www.nkyhealth.org. District office 859-341-4264 NORTH KEY COMMUNITY CARE 859 824-4442 308 Barnes Road Williamstown, KY Contact Person: Marsha Caskey •Individual, Family and Group counseling for children and adults •Substance abuse counseling (individual or group) •Psychiatric services •School based counseling •Therapeutic rehabilitation medical •Case management services •Work habilitation for mentally handicapped population Children / Adolescent partial hospitalization program Mental health Health Point Family Care Medical Care 859-655-6100 Offices Located In: Bellevue Covington Dixie Pike-Covington Bracken County-Augusta Health Point is a non-profit health care organization in Northern Kentucky for adults, children, and families. We offer discounted fees to patients who qualify as low as $15.00 for an office visit. Medicaid, KCHIP, and most private insurance are welcome. However if you do not have medical insurance, fees are based on family income and number of household members. Services include: Checkups, Immunizations, Physicals, Sick Visits, OB/Gyn, Pre-natal Care, and ADHD disorder. Bring W2’s, two most recent paycheck stubs, recent rent or mortgage receipt when applying for reduced fees. Medshare Prescription Assistance Health Point also participates in Medshare Discount Prescription Program. Medshare is a nonprofit program that provides prescription drugs to patients at a very reduced rate, usually as little as $5.00 for a month’s supply. Even if you have several medications, your cop-pay is usually capped at $20.00. You may qualify for Med-share if you are a Healthpoint patient, have Medicare or other insurance with no drug benefit, or have no health insurance. Back to pregnancy Back to medical NORTHERN KY. AREA DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT 859 283-1885 22 Spiral Drive Florence, KY Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm Contracts with agencies to provide services to persons 60 or older for homemaking, transportation, advocacy, personal care, and Meals on Wheels. Have personal care attendants for persons disabled with two or more dysfunctional limbs. Contributes commodities to low income families (i.e. flour, corn meal, beans, canned pork, butter, etc) Caregiver support services are also available for those whom are caring for loved ones as well as for grandparents 60 and older who are raising grandchildren. NORTHERN KY COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION 859 824-4768 134 N. Main Street Williamstown, KY Carrie Pugh-Supervisor cpugh@nkcac.org Provides assistance for food, clothing, utilities. homeless person, limited medical needs, weatherization, budgeting, credit counseling , tax preparation and some emergency needs. Amy Brackman-Clare provides states subsidized childcare community service listed above. ROTHERT’S MEDICAL SUPPLIES RESPIRATORY CARE 859 824-0004 103 Barnes Road Suite 1 Williamstown, KY Durable medical equipment and supplies including: hospital beds, wheelchairs, walkers, ostomy supplies, B/P monitors and splints. Home respiratory care by Licensed Respiratory Therapists for home oxygen, CPAP and nebulizer patients. Personal Touch Homecare 859 824-7140 or 800 478-4541 1212 N. Main Street Williamstown, KY Contact Person: Julie Dillion, Branch Administrator Full Service Homecare Agency that is JCAHO Accredited and Medicare Certified The Agency services include: •Skilled nursing •Physical therapy •Occupational therapy •Social worker •Home health aide services •Homemaker services. Our agency serves Grant, Carroll, Gallatin, Owen and Pendleton Counties. The Arc of Kentucky (Special Needs) (502) 875-5225/ (800) 281-1272 706 East Main Street, Suite A Frankfort, Kentucky Executive Director: Patty Dempsey www.arcofky.org The Kentucky Family-to-Family Information and Education Center will offer health care information and support to families of children and youth with special health care needs, and others as they navigate various health care systems and supports to ensure their children can live at home, can be active participants in their communities, and have an active “voice” in the decision making process. ST. ELIZABETH MEDICAL CENTER--GRANT COUNTY 859 824-8240 238 Barnes Road Williamstown, KY Back to pregnancy Back to medical Faith Community Pharmacy Grant County Fax 824-6324 859 426-7837 Main Location: 2655 Crescent Springs Rd. Crescent Spring KY Grant County St. Vincent DePaul serves Grant County the 4th Wednesday of each month 9am-11:30am. The pharmacy accepts a limit of 8-10 new clients on this day and provides refills for existing clients. The pharmacy service provides free medication to low-income families. You will need income verification, household expense report, and a current print out from your pharmacy. (Please call community action for additional information.) Crescent Springs office hours 9am-3:30pm Monday and Thursday. Tuesday 12-3:30 drop off and pick up only. Monday and Thursday are to register new clients and the above information will be requested at the time of your visit. Call the Crescent Springs number for additional information. GRANT COUNTY SCHOOL HEALTH SERVICES 859 824-2862 859 824-3323 Grant Co. Board of Ed. 820 Arnie Risen Blvd. Williamstown, KY Contact Person: Rhonda Schlueter, R.N., C.S.N. Office Hours: School hours, on call to any school Also available by phone in the evenings at home---859 824-5179 Services Provided: •Hearing and vision screenings, K –5th grade, 8th & 10th grades •Scoliosis screenings, 8th & 9th grades •Head lice screenings, K – 5th grades and as needed for all grades •Height and weight screenings, K –5th grade, 8th, 9th, and 10th grades Coordinate dental screenings with local dentist for 1st and 6th grades during Dental Health Month in February. Health Kentucky 1-800-633-8100 Wrong # Apply at Community Based Services HEALTH POINT DENTAL CARE (Dental assistance) 859 655-8031 Disc. 1132 Greenup St. Covington, KY 41011 Hours: Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 8:30am – 5:00pm Tuesday and Thursday, 8:30am – 6:00pm Community Center offers dental services with fees based on income. Also accepts medical cards. Bring W2’s, two most recent Paycheck stubs, recent rent/mortgage receipt when applying for reduced fees. Back to dental Dr. David Ison DMD PSC. 859 823-1811 111 Humes Ridge Rd. Williamstown KY David E. Ison, D.M.D. Office Hours: 9:00am – 5:00pm, Monday – Friday; Saturday appointments available Services Provided: •Oral surgical services for adults and children •Intravenous and nitrous oxide sedation for the anxious patient •Advanced cosmetic dental services •Adult and pediatric restorative services •Custom fit dentures and partials •Implant dentistry services •Impeccable sterilization of all instruments Referral Process: New patients welcome, Walk-ins welcome Payment Accepted: cash, personal checks, Medicaid, Medicare, MasterCard, Visa and most insurance plans. COMFORT DENTISTRY 859 823-0111 300 Arbors Drive Dry Ridge, KY Services Provided: Cosmetic Dentistry, all phases of dentistry, Orthodontics Payment Accepted: cash, personal checks, Discover, MasterCard, Visa We allow a payment plan for patients of record. FAMILY DENTISTRY 859 824-5454 118 South Main St. Dry Ridge, KY Services Provided: Dental Treatment Payment Accepted: Cash, check, credit card, sliding fee. PRECISION DENTAL CARE 859 824-7133 111 Humes Ridge Rd Williamstown, KY Office Hours: 8:00am – 5:00pm, Monday – Friday Services Provided: Dental Care Payment Accepted: cash check American Express, MasterCard, Visa, Dental Insurance All new patients welcome. GRANT COUNTY COOPERATIVE EXTENSION SERVICES 859 824-3355 105 Baton Rouge Rd. Williamstown, KY Website: www.ca.uky.edu/county/grant/ 4-H is the largest youth organization in the world for youth ages 9-19. The purpose of 4-H is to promote the development of youth into productive, self-directing and contributing members of society. This is accomplished through informal education programs, activities and projects led by volunteers and professional educators. Youth may choose to participate in projects and activities from caring for animals, to giving speeches, going to camp, participating in crafts and much more. NORTHERN KY COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION 859 824-4768 134 North Main St. Williamstown, KY Carrie Pugh-Supervisor cpugh@nkcac.org Provides assistance for food, clothing, utilities, homeless person, limited medical needs, weatherization, budgeting, credit counseling , tax preparation and some emergency needs. Amy Brackman-Clare provides states subsidized childcare community service listed above. WELCOME HOUSE OF NORTHERN KY, INC FAMILY CASE MANAGEMENT 859 431-8717 205 Pike Street Covington, KY Ongoing case management for families in the Northern Kentucky area for up to 6 months. Assistance with budgeting and other services is offered. WELCOME HOUSE OF NORTHERN KY, INC. PROTECTIVE PAYEE PROGRAM 859 431-8717 205 Pike Street Covington, KY Provides payee ship for individuals with mental/physical disabilities on government assistance of some kind. Helps with direct management of their incoming funds. Also case management provided. CONSUMER COUNSELING SERVICE 859 283-9617 11 Shelby St. Florence, KY Contact Person: Tiffany Baker For first appointment call: 800 355-2227 This free program teaches about the wise use of credit and how to establish a budget, personalized for your family needs. This service can combine and lower your debt. You must have an income to participate in the program. Home Ownership/Budgeting 859 992-6673 Wrong # Mental Health America of Northern Kentucky (859) 431-1077 www.mhanky.org www.guidetofeelingbetter.org Hours: 8:00am-5:00pm 513 Madison Avenue Covington, KY Contact: Christine Czechorski-Grant County Representative Mental Health America of Northern Kentucky provides a wide range of services to the Northern Kentucky communities such as: Information and referral, education and training, disability filing, DUI assessment/education, payee budgeting services, depression support group, jail listening program, Christmas Day dinner, recovery network-support services designed and delivered by consumers and supported employment through our Steps to Success program. Mental Health America is dedicated to promoting mental health, preventing mental disorders and achieving victory over mental illness through advocacy, education, research and service. A fee is charged for the DUI assessment/education classes, all other services are free of charge. QPR –Suicide Prevention Training (859) 823-5171 206 Paris St.Williamstown KY 41097 www.williamstownnumc.com Contact: Bruce Hiner bhiner@williamstownumc.com QPR is a 90-minute training for anyone interested in learning how to recognize signs that someone you care about is considering suicide, and steps you can take to help prevent it. Bruce Hiner is a certified QPR instructor, who will bring this training to your group or organization. KENTUCKY INTENSIVE FAMILY SERVICES 859-647-0787 73 Cavalier Blvd. # 104 Florence KY Contact: Lynn Eastman Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm We provide therapeutic foster care for children ages 0-18. TFC implies close case worker support and the availability of Mental Health Services. We are always looking for people who would like to share their home with a child in need. CARE NET PREGNANCY SERVICES (Grant County Center) (859) 824-0123 24hour Helpline 859-282-9878 305 North Main St. Williamstown KY 41097 Highland Heights (859)781-9878 3617 Alexander pike Cold Spring, KY 41076 Florence (859)282-0029 7134 Pale Pike Florence, KY 41042 859-431-9878 315 East 15th St. Covington, KY 41011 Contact: Kathleen@carenetky.org Lyndi@carenetnky.org (Grant County Contact) Website: www.carenetnky.org Hours: Tuesday 4:00 pm-8:00 pm Wednesday 10:00 am- 4:00 pm Thursday 6:00 pm-8:00pm Other visits available by appointment. Free Pregnancy Test -Pregnancy and Newborn Care Classes- Sexual Integrity ClassesS.T.A.G.E.S.Support & Tools, Affecting Growth, & Empowering Success. Open to all pregnant clients. A series of workbooks will help you get to know yourself, set goals and learn how to make good decisions to make those goals happen. You will meet weekly or bi-weekly with a Mentor to learn about your pregnancy, your baby's development, how to care for yourself and your unborn baby and how to prepare for becoming a good parent. We welcome a support person in your life to attend as well. Please take advantage of our gently used maternity clothes, baby clothes (up to Size 2T) and other baby items. We are happy to share what we have with you as needed. Florence office (859)282-0029 Monday & Thursday 10am-7pm Tuesday & Wednesday Highland Heights 835-2692 Monday 2pm-6pm NORTHERN KY DISTRICT HEALTH DEPT. – GRANT COUNTY 859 824-5074 234 Barnes Road Williamstown, KY Contact Person: Debbie Wright R.N. Debbie.Wright@ky.gov Hours: Monday – Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm All Programs offered are subject to eligibility requirements. Program cost vary depending upon eligibility and income. No one is denied service for inability to pay. Children’s Health Services- Well child exams; EPSDT exams; schools physicals; Kentucky Vaccine program; Lead Screening; Dental Varnishing. Women, Infant, and Children WIC- Supplemental nutrition program for pregnant, breastfeeding and postpartum women, infants and children up to 5 years of ages. WIC provides nutritious foods, information on health eating and lifestyles, and referrals to other services as needed. Medical Nutrition Counseling- Individual counseling services based on medical need such as diabetes, heart disease, over or underweight, eating disorders or other conditions affected by diet. Kentucky Women’s Cancer Screening Program- Provides pap smear screening for women age 21-64; mammogram screening as indicated for women age 21-64; fecal occult blood testing for women age 50 and older. Family Planning Services- Examinations and methods provided: education and counseling on all methods, including natural family planning and abstinence; preconception counseling; folic acid supplementation, pregnancy test. Communicable Disease Testing and Treatment or Referral- STD testing and treatment/referral; Tuberculosis testing and treatment; Referral to other programs and providers needed. PREGNANCY CENTER OF NORTHERN KENTUCKY 859 282-9878 7134 Price Pike Florence, KY Hours: Mondays 10am – 8pm Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 2:30pm – 5:00pm All services are free, including: Pregnancy Test, Community Referrals, Advocacy, Options Counsel, Follow-up Support, Parenting Program, Baby Supplies. Spanish Interrupter available on Tuesday afternoons. MERCY MATERNITY HOME 859 371-1888 PO Box 18894 Erlanger, KY Contact Person: Mary Reed, Director Provides holistic care of young women who are faced with numerous, lifealtering decisions regarding their unplanned pregnancy. Expectant moms are provided educational and vocational support to help prepare them for the birth of their child. This program is in-house and girls are encouraged to continue their education in the local high school or with a homebound program. Also provides: Residential Care, Educational Assistance, Parenting Skills, Childbirth Education, Job Placement, Counseling, and After-Care Support. We are a state certified non-profit organization. 24-HOUR PREGNANCY HELPLINE 513 961-7777 You will be able to talk one-on-one with a compassionate professional, schedule an appointment, or learn more about sites and services. GRANT COUNTY PARKS & RECREATION 859 428-4500 Grant County Courthouse 101 N. Main St. Suite #4A Contact: Tabatha Fryman tfryman@grantco.org Williamstown KY www.grantcounty.kygov Grant County Parks and Recreation continues to plan for growth and opportunities to meet the recreational needs of the community. Currently, there are three county owned parks: Grant County Park in Crittenden, Jonesville Park and Mt. Zion Park. There are plans for several new park amenities throughout the county. It is our mission to provide safe, attractive parks and diverse recreational activities for all ages throughout the year. The Parks and Recreation Director collaborates with recreational boards, community initiatives, schools, city government and the community to offer recreational events for the entire county. Youth in Grant County are offered a wide array of activities to increase physical activity, team unity, and knowledge of the game. The activities currently include, little league baseball, soccer, softball, summer camp and day events Families can spend the evening under the stars watching a free movie in the park throughout the summer months. Shelter reservations for the picnic areas in our local parks are offered for a fee of $10.00. The money goes towards park improvement projects. SHERMAN ELEMENTARY FAMILY RESOURCE CENTER 428-5500 3985 Dixie Hwy. Dry Ridge KY Contact: Nancy Powell nancy.powell@grant.kyschools.us The Sherman Elementary Family Resource Center serves as a direct link between community agencies, SE School and families throughout the Sherman Mt. Zion area. The SES Family Resource Center provides referrals for health services, childcare, adult education, counseling and basic needs. Resources and direct services are provides for parenting skills, reading programs, school services summer programs and school programs. Parent involvement programs and opportunities are also available throughout the year. WILLIAMSTOWN FRYSC 859 824-4421 300 Helton St. Williamstown, KY Contact Person: Kelly West, Coordinator Kelly.west@williamstown.kyschools.us Tammy McClelland Coordinators Assist. tammy.mcclelland@williamstown.kyschools.us The Center; links, locates and develops programs, primarily for Williamstown School students and their families, so that students may do better in school. Programs provided range from parenting classes, student after-school programs, summer program for elementary children and various workshops. KENTUCKY DEPARTMENT OF FISH AND WILDLIFE 1-800-858-1549 Frankfort, KY 40601 We provide the following law enforcement services: •Enforcement of wildlife •Boating laws We conduct drowning investigations. Boater education and hunter education available GRANT COUNTY 4-H 859 824-3355 105 Baton Rouge Rd. Williamstown, KY http://ces.ca.uky.edu/grant 4-H is the largest youth organization in the world for youth ages 9-19. The purpose of 4-H is to promote the development of youth into productive, self-directing and contributing members of society. This is accomplished through informal education programs, activities and projects led by volunteers and professional educators. Youth may choose to participate in projects and activities from caring for animals, to giving speeches, going to camp, participating in crafts and much more. Clover Bud Clubs are also offered for age 8 years and younger. HANDI-VAN INCORPORATED 859 746-8135 10780 Dixie Highway Walton, KY 40109 Contact Person: Don Story Provides Wheelchair Transportation NORTHERN KENTUCKY TRANSIT 859 824-7525 or 859 371-0569 23 Church Street Dry Ridge, KY Contact Person: Judy Adams Public Transportation (see schedule below) •Monday – Corinth, Cordova-Mason Area •Tuesday – Jonesville-Stewartsville-Folsom Area •Wednesday – Corinth, Cordova-Mason Area •Thursday – Scheduled routes to Senior Center and North Key. No Public Transportation. •Friday – Crittenden-Sherman-Knoxville Area •Williamstown and Dry Ridge Area – Five Days a Week •Senior Citizens to Senior Center Five Days a Week Scheduled Routes to North Key Five Days a Week ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS 859 491-7181 1729 Madison Avenue Covington, KY Office Manager: Bill Hours: 10:00am – 5:00pm Monday – Friday 10:00am – 1:00pm Saturday Groups meet daily at the Alano Club in Florence at 10am, 12 noon, and 8pm. Meetings last one hour. Also for newcomers, a 6:00pm session is offered on Wednesday. Please contact our central office prior to attending meetings. All meetings are free. Al-Anon Family Group Meeting (Circle of Hope) (859)746-3769 238 Barnes Rd. Williamstown KY St. Elizabeth Grant County 12-Step recovery program for family and friends of alcoholics. 3pm Saturdays open group CABINET FOR HEALTH AND FAMILY SERVICES 859-824-4471 120 N. Main Williamstown, KY Grandparents of any age who are providing primary care for a grandchild under the age of 18 may be eligible for assistance. Financial assistance may be used to purchase clothing, respite care, educational supplies, legal services and other expenses as authorized by the Cabinet for Health and Family Services. To qualify, parents must be blood related through marriage or adoption and must be the primary caregiver of the child. The child’s parents may not live in the home and the grandparents must not be receiving Kinship Care. Food stamps and Medicaid. COMMONWEALTH SUBSTANCE ABUSE 859 371-4455 7000 Houston Rd. Building 400 Suite 43 Florence KY, 41042 Provides DUI assessments, education, counseling, and referrals. Also, substance abuse assessments for other drug use and provides outpatient counseling (individual/group) for alcohol and other drug use and abuse. RELATIVE RAISING CHILDREN SUPPORT GROUP 428-5500 3985 Dixie Hwy. Dry Ridge KY Contact: Nancy Powell, Facilitator Nancy.Powell@grant.kyschools.us Relatives Raising Children: This support group for families has formed to offer support, information and social company to families who are raising children who are related to them. Increasingly, grandparents, aunts, uncles and siblings are assuming the responsibilities of raising children for biological parents who are unable or unwilling to be parents. This is a good place to get information, ideas and meet others with similar families. Grant County Relatives Raising Children Support Group is sponsored by the Sherman Elementary Family Resource Center and the Cabinet for Health and Family Services. Monthly Meeting 2nd Monday of the month. 6:00-7:30pm at Sherman Elementary. Meetings include: dinner, adult discussion group and children’s program. This group is free to attend. FAMILY SERVICES OF NORTHERN KENTUCKY 859 282-9200 7413 U.S. 42 SUITE #4 Florence KY Provides the following for substance abusing adults and youth. Group and individual therapy, outpatient services, family therapy and offers assessments for the court system. ST. ELIZABETH HOSPICE GRIEF SUPPORT GROUPS 859 292-4916 Wrong # James Ellis Jellis@stelizabeth.com JOURNEY THROUGH GRIEF: A 6-meeting class for adults dealing with grief and loss. The class meets every other week for 6 meetings. ( call for start dates and times) Gloria Dei Lutheran Lakeside Park. PARENT’S H.O.P.E. : Helping Overwhelmed Parents Endure meeting for parents who have experienced the loss of a child. Meets on the 2nd Monday evening each month . MEN’S BREAKFAST CLUB: An informal, once-a-month meeting for widowers. NO Reservations required. Meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month, . Gloria Dei Lutheran Lakeside Park. STARS: GRIEF SUPPORT FOR KIDS: A support group for school-aged children and their caregivers who have experienced the loss of a loved one. Meets the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month during the school year. JOURNEY THROUGH GRIEF— : A twice-a-month meeting for adults who have experienced the death of a loved one. Meets on the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month. 1st Monday at local restaurant 3rd Monday at Crittenden Baptist Assoc. Office in Williamstown, Atria Summit Hills Asst. Living Facility Crestview Hills Gloria Dei Lutheran Lakeside Park. TOUGH LOVE 859 261-8148 Wrong # Website: www.toughlove.org Parents of rebellious teens can call for telephone support and local referrals. BOYS AND GIRLS TOWN NATIONAL HOTLINE 800 448-3000 Website: www.boystown.org 24-hour support. Teens can call to talk to a counselor about any problems or to ask questions. 24-HOUR PARENT HELPLINE (513) 961-8004 Parents can call our 24-hour Parent Helpline anytime, day or night, for support, parenting tips, crisis intervention, referrals, or just to talk. Often, a call is the parent’s first step toward help. The single most important factor in the Helpline’s existence is that if give’s parents a way to act on their desire to get help- before children are harmed. During 2001, the Council documented almost 1,000 calls on our Helpline. In addition, over 3,000 calls requiring staff support was received on the business line. Parents may choose to call: •In times of crisis •To find referral information in the community Just to talk, because trained staff and volunteers are always ready to offer a listening ear. Call THE CARE CONNECTION— United Way 211 Service 211 When people need emergency assistance, they call 911. Now, through the United Way, Community Chest and Cinergy, as presenting sponsor, they will be able to access information on health and human services by calling United Way The Care Connection. The United Way 211 service provides access to services such as family counseling, help for a child or aging parent, information on health concerns and employment issues. The United Way 211 number is now available to people in Hamilton, Clermont and Brown Counties in Ohio, and Boone, Kenton, Campbell and Grant Counties in Kentucky. United Way 211, The Care Connection, provides free, confidential information, referral and access to health, social and human services. Service not yet available on cellular phones United Way 211 is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. United Way 211 connects you to services to assist with practical problems in your daily life such as: •Help for your child or aging parent •Employment issues •Counseling •Information on health concerns •And much more Website: www.uwgc.org/index.cfm Back to support groups Girl Scouts of Kentucky’s Wilderness Road Council (859)342-6263 / 1800-475-2621 Fax: 859-342-6264 Website: www.gskentucky.org 607 Watson Road Erlanger, KY 41018 Contact Person: Meghan McGee Schneeman Girl Scouting builds girls of courage, confidence and character who make the world a better place. CRITTENDEN PLACE APARTMENTS, LTD. 859 428-3575 Fax Vincent Boulevard Crittenden, KY Contact Person: Norma, Manager; or Carol Worsham at Winterwood, Inc., Lexington, KY The apartments have a total of 24 units. 1, 2 or 3 bedroom apartments available. No rental assistance is provided, but Kentucky Housing Tax Credit rents apply. All units have patio or balcony some have washer/dryer hookups CRITTENDEN PLACE APARTMENTS, LTD. 859 428-3575 Fax Vincent Boulevard Crittenden, KY Contact Person: Norma, Manager; or Carol Worsham at Winterwood, Inc., Lexington, KY The apartments have a total of 24 units. 1, 2 or 3 bedroom apartments available. No rental assistance is provided, but Kentucky Housing Tax Credit rents apply. All units have patio or balcony some have washer/dryer hookups AIRESHIRE APARTMENTS, LTD. 859 428-3575 Fax 30 Vincent Boulevard Crittenden, KY The apartments have a total of 20 units. All units are 1-bedroom apartments restricted to the elderly, handicapped or disabled resident. Full rental assistance is available. Each apartment has an alarm system and there are laundry facilities on-site AIRESHIRE APARTMENTS, LTD. 859 428-3575 Fax 30 Vincent Boulevard Crittenden, KY The apartments have a total of 20 units. All units are 1-bedroom apartments restricted to the elderly, handicapped or disabled resident. Full rental assistance is available. Each apartment has an alarm system and there are laundry facilities on-site KY MULTI-COUNTY TASK FORCES ON CHILD ABUSE, INC 859 824-6526 95 S. Main St. P.O. Box 257 Dry Ridge, KY 24 HOUR HOTLINE: 800 468-8920 Robert Landrum-Director Email: kychild@kychildabuse.org Website: www.kychildabuse.org Hours: 8:30am – 5:00pm; Monday – Friday The primary purpose of the KY Multi-County Task Forces is to educate the general public about what child abuse is and thus heighten the awareness of abuse. The KY Multi-County Task Forces is an educational organization. The awareness of abuse is not limited to the awareness of sexual abuse alone. The KY Multi-County Task Forces attempts to heighten the awareness of all types of child abuse and neglect, including sexual, physical, emotional, and the neglect of the basic essentials of food, clothing, shelter, education and supervision. It is through this approach that the KY Multi-County Task Forces hopes to help prevent child abuse. Subsequently, it further heightens the awareness of missing children KY MULTI-COUNTY TASK FORCES ON CHILD ABUSE, INC. 859 824-6526 95 S. Main St. P.O. Box 257 Dry Ridge, KY 24 HOUR HOTLINE: 800 468-8920 Robert Landrum-Director Email: kychild@kychildabuse.org Website: www.kychildabuse.org Hours: 8:30am – 5:00pm; Monday – Friday The primary purpose of the KY Multi-County Task Forces is to educate the general public about what child abuse is and thus heighten the awareness of abuse. The KY Multi-County Task Forces is an educational organization. The awareness of abuse is not limited to the awareness of sexual abuse alone. The KY Multi-County Task Forces attempts to heighten the awareness of all types of child abuse and neglect, including sexual, physical, emotional, and the neglect of the basic essentials of food, clothing, shelter, education and supervision. It is through this approach that the KY Multi-County Task Forces hopes to help prevent child abuse. Subsequently, it further heightens the awareness of missing children WELCOME HOUSE OF NORTHERN KY, INC. GARDENS AT GREENUP 859 261-3881 1102-1116 Greenup Street Covington, KY 41011 Contact Person: Beverly Merrill 20 units of subsidized housing for families whose head of household is working or going to school full time. Residents can live there for 2-6 years while they are actively working on plans for their future. Application process and orientation prior to acceptance. WELCOME HOUSE OF NORTHERN KY, INC. GARDENS AT GREENUP 859 261-3881 1102-1116 Greenup Street Covington, KY 41011 Contact Person: Beverly Merrill 20 units of subsidized housing for families whose head of household is working or going to school full time. Residents can live there for 2-6 years while they are actively working on plans for their future. Application process and orientation prior to acceptance. Microsoft Elevate America comes to Kentucky! In cooperation with Microsoft, the Commonwealth of Kentucky is pleased to offer Elearning courses at no cost to you. The need to increase skills is essential in the current economy. Those individuals out of work can use this time to increase their skills. Workers must continuously improve and modernize their skills to keep up with the changes world of work. Elevate America vouchers are being distributed through the Education and Workforce Development Cabinet, now to April 27, 2010. To receive a voucher, you must be a current resident of Kentucky. State Employees are not eligible to participate in the Voucher Program. To access for a voucher, you will need a computer with internet connection, Office 2007, and a personal email address. You don’t need a voucher to access Basic Learning and Window and Office 2007 Basics. Visit https://kyelevateamerica.ky.gov to complete an application.