BASIC NEEDS: Health & Family Wellness: Other Medical
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY: Family Resource Center
Site includes parent and caregiver education on dental health and tips to encourage children to begin a life-long habit of brushing.
FIND A PEDIATRIC DENTIST
Website http://www.aapd.org/
Site includes parent and caregiver education on dental health and tips to encourage children to begin a life-long habit of brushing.
FIND A PEDIATRIC DENTIST
Website http://www.aapd.org/
FOOD ALLERGY AND ANAPHYLAXIS NETWORK, THE
FAAN is the most trusted source of information, programs, and resources related to food allergy and anaphylaxis. Its membership now stands at approximately 25,000 worldwide and includes families, dietitians, nurses, physicians, school staff, and representatives from government agencies and the food and pharmaceutical industries. FAAN serves as the communication link between the patient and others. FAAN's mission is to raise public awareness, to provide advocacy and education, and to advance research on behalf of all those affected by food allergies and anaphylaxis.
We have a variety of programs specifically tailored for kids, including the Be a PAL: Protect A Life™ From Food Allergies peer education program, our Kids’ Congress on Capitol Hill, a series of children’s books, a bimonthly Food Allergy News for Kids newsletter for FAAN members, an annual poster contest, Trick-or-Treat for Food Allergy, the Heart of FAAN Ambassador Program, theFAANKids website, and our newest program, Camp TAG (The Allergy Gang). These programs serve not only to educate and raise awareness, but to instill confidence in children with food allergies and help them learn how to manage their condition.
11781 Lee Jackson Hwy., Suite 160, Fairfax, VA 22033-3309
(800) 929-4040
Website http://www.foodallergy.org/
FAAN is the most trusted source of information, programs, and resources related to food allergy and anaphylaxis. Its membership now stands at approximately 25,000 worldwide and includes families, dietitians, nurses, physicians, school staff, and representatives from government agencies and the food and pharmaceutical industries. FAAN serves as the communication link between the patient and others. FAAN's mission is to raise public awareness, to provide advocacy and education, and to advance research on behalf of all those affected by food allergies and anaphylaxis.
We have a variety of programs specifically tailored for kids, including the Be a PAL: Protect A Life™ From Food Allergies peer education program, our Kids’ Congress on Capitol Hill, a series of children’s books, a bimonthly Food Allergy News for Kids newsletter for FAAN members, an annual poster contest, Trick-or-Treat for Food Allergy, the Heart of FAAN Ambassador Program, theFAANKids website, and our newest program, Camp TAG (The Allergy Gang). These programs serve not only to educate and raise awareness, but to instill confidence in children with food allergies and help them learn how to manage their condition.
11781 Lee Jackson Hwy., Suite 160, Fairfax, VA 22033-3309
(800) 929-4040
Website http://www.foodallergy.org/
HOSPITALS IN THE LAKE CUMBERLAND REGION
CUMBERLAND COUNTY HOSPITAL
PO Box 280, 299 Glasgow Road, Burkesville, KY 42717
(270) 864-2511
Website http://www.cchospital.org/index.html
LAKE CUMBERLAND REGIONAL HOSPTIAL
Community outreach includes the Health Ministries in Caring Congregations, a ministry outreach program in which Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital forms a partnership with churches in our service area to address the health care needs of the congregations. Senior Friends is a national, not-for-profit organization created to provide measurable benefits for people 50 and over. Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital offers a local chapter of Senior Friends. The website also offers healthy recipes.
305 Langdon Street, Somerset, KY 42503
(606) 679-7441
Website http://www.lakecumberlandhospital.com
TAYLOR REGIONAL HOSPITAL
Community outreach includes a summer health fair, an expectant parents' class, the Make Today Count Cancer Support Group, Tattered Tickers Cardiac Support Group, and a Living with Diabetes program.
1700 Old Lebanon Road, Campbellsville, KY 42718
(270) 465-3561
Website http://www.trhosp.org
WAYNE COUNTY HOSPITAL
166 Hospital St. Monticello, Kentucky 42633
606-348-9343
Website http://www.waynehospital.org/
CUMBERLAND COUNTY HOSPITAL
PO Box 280, 299 Glasgow Road, Burkesville, KY 42717
(270) 864-2511
Website http://www.cchospital.org/index.html
LAKE CUMBERLAND REGIONAL HOSPTIAL
Community outreach includes the Health Ministries in Caring Congregations, a ministry outreach program in which Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital forms a partnership with churches in our service area to address the health care needs of the congregations. Senior Friends is a national, not-for-profit organization created to provide measurable benefits for people 50 and over. Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital offers a local chapter of Senior Friends. The website also offers healthy recipes.
305 Langdon Street, Somerset, KY 42503
(606) 679-7441
Website http://www.lakecumberlandhospital.com
TAYLOR REGIONAL HOSPITAL
Community outreach includes a summer health fair, an expectant parents' class, the Make Today Count Cancer Support Group, Tattered Tickers Cardiac Support Group, and a Living with Diabetes program.
1700 Old Lebanon Road, Campbellsville, KY 42718
(270) 465-3561
Website http://www.trhosp.org
WAYNE COUNTY HOSPITAL
166 Hospital St. Monticello, Kentucky 42633
606-348-9343
Website http://www.waynehospital.org/
KENTUCKY CHILDREN'S HEALTH INSURANCE PROGRAM (K-CHIP)
The Kentucky Children's Health Insurance Program (KCHIP) is free or low cost health insurance for children. KCHIP is for children under the age of 19 who do not have health insurance and whose family income is below 200 percent of the federal poverty level. For example, a family of four can earn up to $42,700 a year. The K-CHIP staff knows your child's health is important to you, but you may be facing various barriers, like cost or lack of benefits through your employer, that prevent the purchase of health insurance.
Toll Free Hotline: 877-524-4718
Website: http://kidshealth.ky.gov/en/
The Kentucky Children's Health Insurance Program (KCHIP) is free or low cost health insurance for children. KCHIP is for children under the age of 19 who do not have health insurance and whose family income is below 200 percent of the federal poverty level. For example, a family of four can earn up to $42,700 a year. The K-CHIP staff knows your child's health is important to you, but you may be facing various barriers, like cost or lack of benefits through your employer, that prevent the purchase of health insurance.
Toll Free Hotline: 877-524-4718
Website: http://kidshealth.ky.gov/en/
KENTUCKY DIABETES NETWORK
This network's mission is to collaborate and advocate for the prevention, care, control, and cure of diabetes. KDN's goals are to:
Email [email protected]
Website http://www.kentuckydiabetes.net/index.html
This network's mission is to collaborate and advocate for the prevention, care, control, and cure of diabetes. KDN's goals are to:
- Increase the recognition of diabetes as a serious disease.
- Prevent or delay the onset of type 2 diabetes.
- Prevent or delay the onset of diabetes related complications.
- Improve access to quality medical care and education for individuals with or at risk for diabetes.
- Reduce diabetes-related health inequities.
- Promote funding and research for the prevention, control, care, and cure of diabetes.
- Advocate and foster changes in policies and plans which impact people with or at risk for diabetes.
- Promote the mission, vision, and goals of KDN.
Email [email protected]
Website http://www.kentuckydiabetes.net/index.html
KENTUCKY PRESCRIPTION DRUG ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
This program helps the public access prescription drug programs offered by the drug manufacturers, discount drug programs and discount pharmacy programs. These programs offer prescription drugs free or at reduced costs for qualifying individuals and/or their families. These programs vary widely on their income requirements and other related requirements. Generally, individuals work directly with the pharmaceutical company to determine the level of assistance needed. Most programs require written approval from a health care provider.
Health Care Access Branch
275 E. Main Street, HS2W-B, Frankfort, KY 40621
(502) 564-8966
Website http://chfs.ky.gov/dph/info/dpqi/KY+Rx+Drug+Assistance+Program.htm
Local Community Organizers:
18 Bauer Road, Olive Hill, KY 41164
(606) 286-4754
Serving Casey, McCreary, Pulaski and Wayne Counties
3791 Clinton Road, Paducah, KY 42003
(270) 254-154
Serving Adair, Clinton, Cumberland, Green, Taylor and Russell Counties
This program helps the public access prescription drug programs offered by the drug manufacturers, discount drug programs and discount pharmacy programs. These programs offer prescription drugs free or at reduced costs for qualifying individuals and/or their families. These programs vary widely on their income requirements and other related requirements. Generally, individuals work directly with the pharmaceutical company to determine the level of assistance needed. Most programs require written approval from a health care provider.
Health Care Access Branch
275 E. Main Street, HS2W-B, Frankfort, KY 40621
(502) 564-8966
Website http://chfs.ky.gov/dph/info/dpqi/KY+Rx+Drug+Assistance+Program.htm
Local Community Organizers:
18 Bauer Road, Olive Hill, KY 41164
(606) 286-4754
Serving Casey, McCreary, Pulaski and Wayne Counties
3791 Clinton Road, Paducah, KY 42003
(270) 254-154
Serving Adair, Clinton, Cumberland, Green, Taylor and Russell Counties
MEDICAID - KENTUCKY HEALTH CHOICES
KyHealth Choices is the name for the Kentucky Medicaid program. KyHealth Choices will use its resources to meet the needs of its members and encourage members to be personally involved in their own health care. Members of families with children, pregnant women, elderly, blind or persons with a disability are eligible for Medicaid if they meet certain financial criteria.
As a member of KyHealth Choices you will be enrolled in one of four health plans.
To determine what services are available to you, contact the Member Services Call Center, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Toll free: 1-800-635-2570
Website www.chfs.ky.gov/dms/kyhealthchoices.htm
KyHealth Choices is the name for the Kentucky Medicaid program. KyHealth Choices will use its resources to meet the needs of its members and encourage members to be personally involved in their own health care. Members of families with children, pregnant women, elderly, blind or persons with a disability are eligible for Medicaid if they meet certain financial criteria.
As a member of KyHealth Choices you will be enrolled in one of four health plans.
- Global Choices will cover the general Medicaid population.
- Family Choices will cover most children and the KCHIP population.
- Optimum Choices covers individuals with mental retardation in need of long-term care.
- Comprehensive Choices covers individuals who are elderly and in need of a nursing facility level of care and individuals with acquired brain injuries.
To determine what services are available to you, contact the Member Services Call Center, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Toll free: 1-800-635-2570
Website www.chfs.ky.gov/dms/kyhealthchoices.htm
SOCIAL SECURITY INCOME (SSDI)
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is a federal cash benefit that may be available if a person is disabled. Social Security Disability eligibility is determined on having a disability and SSDI payments are based on your prior work. Your spouse and other dependents may be eligible for SSDI payments based on your work history. Their income may affect their amount of benefits, but their income does not affect the amount that you draw for yourself.
To apply call the Social Security Administration (SSA) office to schedule an appointment at your local office:
Toll free 1-800-772-1213
Website www.ssa.gov
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is a federal cash benefit that may be available if a person is disabled. Social Security Disability eligibility is determined on having a disability and SSDI payments are based on your prior work. Your spouse and other dependents may be eligible for SSDI payments based on your work history. Their income may affect their amount of benefits, but their income does not affect the amount that you draw for yourself.
- Eligibility for both SSI and SSDI is possible if SSDI benefit rates are low enough.
- If you qualify for SSDI benefits you will be eligible for Medicare after receiving benefits for two years;
- At age 65 your SSDI benefits automatically roll over to Social Security Retirement benefits.
To apply call the Social Security Administration (SSA) office to schedule an appointment at your local office:
Toll free 1-800-772-1213
Website www.ssa.gov
SUPPLEMENTAL SECURITY INSURANCE (SSI)
SSI is a need-based program designed to provide a minimum income to people unable to work due to disability or retirement who are otherwise uninsured or underinsured and have insufficient income from other sources. This program pays benefits to disabled adults and children who have limited income and resources. SSI benefits also are payable to people 65 and older without disabilities who meet the financial limits.
Children as well as adults can receive benefits
SSI is based on financial need
You must be determined disabled by the Social Security Administration Disability Determination Office
SSI recipients are automatically eligible for Medicaid
Call the Social Security Administration (SSA) office to schedule an appointment at your local office:
Toll free 1-800-772-1213
Website www.ssa.gov
SSI is a need-based program designed to provide a minimum income to people unable to work due to disability or retirement who are otherwise uninsured or underinsured and have insufficient income from other sources. This program pays benefits to disabled adults and children who have limited income and resources. SSI benefits also are payable to people 65 and older without disabilities who meet the financial limits.
Children as well as adults can receive benefits
SSI is based on financial need
You must be determined disabled by the Social Security Administration Disability Determination Office
SSI recipients are automatically eligible for Medicaid
Call the Social Security Administration (SSA) office to schedule an appointment at your local office:
Toll free 1-800-772-1213
Website www.ssa.gov