Their stories
Faces of Kentucky
15 stories from Kentuckians who rely on Home and Community-Based Services. Select one to read in full.
Canada · Pike County
“A single mom with a single purpose”
Candi, Mother of jacob 21
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Nicholasville · Jessamine County
““Jacob’s supports did more than help him survive a crisis. They gave him the chance to live independently and thrive.””
Jacob McIntosh, MPW Waiver Participant
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Berea · Madison County
“Every person deserves the opportunity to live in a home where they are known, valued, and loved.”
Mike; SCL Waiver Recipient, Guardian of Mike
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Paintsville · Johnson County
“Our hope for Maggie is the same as for any child—that she has the support, education, and opportunities she needs to become as independent as possible.””
Della, Grandmother to Maggie
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Lexington · Fayette County
“They see me first. They (DSPs) are my friends (first) and second my aides.”
Lainey Marty & Her Mom, Jeanine, Cerebral Palsy Diagnosis, SCL Waiver Recipient
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Elizabethtown · Hardin County
“Both of my sons deserve access to the services and supports they need, regardless of how different those needs may be.”
Amanda Duley, Parent
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Lexington · Fayette County
“Because of the right supports, Paul is living in the community—not a hospital.”
Paul, Adult Receiving Supports for Community Living (SCL) Waiver Services
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Mount Sterling · Montgomery County
“Every small milestone my children achieve is hard-earned—and worth protecting.”
Brittany Kruger, Mother & Family Caregiver
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Nicholasville · Jessamine County
“Our greatest hope is that our daughter can continue living in the community she loves—not in an institution.”
Marianne & Her Daughter, Parent & Family Caregiver
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Nicholasville · Jessamine County
“I’ve waited 15 years for the support that will help secure my future.”
Claire, Individual Receiving Michelle P. Waiver Services
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Lexington · Fayette County
“My biggest goal is to stay in my heavenly home.”
Aaleicia, Individual Receiving SCL Waiver Services
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Lexington · Fayette County
“The SCL Waiver helps me stay active, connected, and living the life I choose.”
Julian, Individual Receiving SCL Waiver Services
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Richmond · Madison County
“The waiver gave us the gift of staying together.”
Debbie and Jerry, Husband and Wife
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Banner · Floyd County
“We couldn’t find the services. Now we’re afraid we’ll lose the ones we have.”
Tracey, Mother to Colton, 10
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Florence · Boone County
“My son's medications and services are not optional.”
Starr Garcia, Kentucky State Chair, National Council on Severe Autism · Mother of Jr., 18
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