Social Services
Social Services operates four core divisions providing an array of multi–generational services, from the “cradle to the rocking chair.” The department also supports collaborative efforts with an existing network of local non-profit organizations and human services agencies.
- Adult & Tenant Services (residential support)
- Aging & Disability Services
- Family Services
- Youth Services
Newsletters – The Loop
Opioid Misuse Resource & Needs Assessment
Download the 2018 Opioid Needs Assessment
The Substance Abuse Intervention Program, in consultation with the University of Kentucky College of Medicine, recently published the Opioid Misuse Resource & Needs Assessment. The assessment was designed to:
- characterize impacts on health and behavioral health providers, first responders, and other services
- identify the strengths of the service delivery system in response to the opioid epidemic
- identify unmet needs or barriers to accessing available resources for individuals who misuse opioids
Extended Social Resources Grant Program
COACH Fellowship
News
Senior Center to host free workshop on new tax laws, charitable giving
Lexington Senior Center is hosting a new workshop, “New Tax Laws, Charitable Giving and You: Simple Ways to Maximize Your Impact” on Tuesday, Nov. 6 from 1 – 2:30 p.m. at the Lexington Senior Center.
City invites residents to attend ‘Home Reimagined’ event Nov. 3
The City’s Aging and Disability Services Division is hosting a new, free event on housing needs and home modifications for Fayette County residents of any age. “Home Reimagined” will take place Saturday, Nov. 3 from 9 a.m. – noon at the Lexington Senior Center and pre-registration is not required.
First Canine Companions for Independence® Facility Dog in Kentucky Joins CASA of Lexington
Matilda, a yellow Labrador, will assist handler Liz Noffsinger during her work with Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) children.