The Kentucky Personal Care Attendant (PCA) Program is designed to provide crucial support to adults with severe physical disabilities. This program enables eligible individuals to hire personal care attendants who can assist them with daily living activities, promoting independence and improving their quality of life within their own homes and communities.
To be eligible for the Personal Care Attendant Program in Kentucky, certain criteria must be met. Applicants must be 18 years of age or older and have a severe physical disability characterized by permanent or temporary recurring functional loss in two or more limbs. The program is intended for those requiring a significant level of assistance, specifically needing between 14 and 40 hours of attendant care per week. Furthermore, participants must be mentally capable of directing and managing their attendants, including the ability to handle payroll responsibilities and necessary employer tax statements.
The services offered through the Kentucky PCA Program are comprehensive and aim to support participants in various aspects of daily living. A personal care attendant, directly hired by the individual with a disability, can provide assistance with personal care tasks, housekeeping duties, shopping errands, travel arrangements, and self-care procedures. They also assist with meal preparation and other day-to-day activities that the participant may find challenging due to their physical limitations. This support allows individuals to maintain greater autonomy and control over their lives.
For those interested in learning more about the Personal Care Attendant Program in Kentucky or starting the application process, there are dedicated Regional Personal Care Attendant Program Coordinators available to provide guidance and support. You can also reach out via email at [email protected] for general inquiries.
Regional Personal Care Attendant Program Coordinators:
Region 1
Valerie Leathers
Phone: (502) 229-2979
P.O. Box 570
Benton, KY 42025
Counties: Adair, Allen, Ballard, Barren, Breckenridge, Bullitt, Butler, Caldwell, Calloway, Carlisle, Christian, Clinton, Crittenden, Cumberland, Daviess, Edmonson, Fulton, Graves, Grayson, Green, Hancock, Hardin, Hart, Henderson, Hickman, Hopkins, Larue, Livingston, Logan, Lyon, Marshall, McClean, McCracken, Meade, Metcalfe, Monroe, Muhlenberg, Ohio, Russell, Simpson, Taylor, Todd, Trigg, Union, Warren, Wayne, and Webster.
Region 2
Ben Parsley
Phone: (502) 229-2327
P.O. Box 23938
Lexington, KY 40517
Counties: Anderson, Boone, Carroll, Franklin, Gallatin, Henry, Jefferson, Kenton, Marion, Nelson, Oldham, Owen, Shelby, Spencer, Trimble, and Washington.
Region 3
Keagan Wilson
Phone: (502) 330-0409
P.O. Box 570
Nicholasville, KY 40340
Counties: Bath, Bell, Bourbon, Boyd, Boyle, Bracken, Breathitt, Campbell, Carter, Casey, Clark, Clay, Elliot, Estill, Fayette, Fleming, Floyd, Garrard, Grant, Greenup, Harlan, Harrison, Jackson, Jessamine, Johnson, Knox, Laurel, Lawrence, Lee, Leslie, Letcher, Lewis, Lincoln, Madison, Menifee, Magoffin, Martin, Mason, McCreary, Menifee, Mercer, Montgomery, Morgan, Nicholas, Owsley, Pendleton, Perry, Pike, Powell, Pulaski, Robertson, Rockcastle, Rowan, Scott, Whitley, Wolfe, and Woodford.
This Kentucky Personal Care Attendant Program offers vital assistance, enabling individuals with significant physical disabilities to live more independently and engaged lives. Contact the appropriate regional coordinator to explore how this program can support you or your loved ones.
