Kentucky

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Rights in Foster Care

As the lobbyist for kids, we work with legislators, the governor, and other elected officials to change and enact policies to benefit kids and...

Youth or Alumni Group
Extended foster care
Life skills
Rights in Foster Care

What Is The VOC? The VOC is comprised of Kentucky foster care youth and alumni aged 16-23 and is instrumental in communicating to foster/adoptive...

Emergency support

Are you currently in foster care (including Independent Living) or were in state's care on your 18th birthday? Were you adopted at 16 or older? If you...

Extended foster care
Housing
Life skills
Leadership Opportunity
Independent Living Program

​Kentucky Tuition Waiver for Foster and Adopted Youth KRS 164.2847 waives tuition and mandatory fees for Kentucky foster or adopted children at any...

Housing
Life skills
Independent Living Program

This resource is a great opportunity for growth and a transition into adulthood. As long as you will abide by the rules set by your case manager and...

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If you are being physically harmed — or are in danger of being harmed — it's an emergency. DIAL 911

Consider speaking with a foster parent, caseworker, an Independent Living Provider, your Attorney (or CASA or GAL), your school counselor, a therapist, or church pastor. You can also contact FosterClub by clicking the talk icon in the lower right corner.

When it is safe to do so, contact your caseworker first. If you do not receive a response within 3 business days, you could contact the Manager at the branch where your caseworker works. Finally, you could contact your State's Ombudsman. Check out our Youth Guide to Complaints.

Health Care for Former Foster Youth 

Did you know that young people from foster care have access to free Medicaid after they turn 18 through their 26th birthday? Qualification to access Medicaid is NOT dependant on employment or education status. 

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