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ABUSE: DOMESTIC / CHILD

Awareness and Discovery
Anger management, domestic violence, substance abuse. 2 Dortha Ave., Florence, KY 41042 | (859) 525-1487

Child Abuse and Neglect Kentucky Hotline
(877) 597-2331

Community Action Commission: Community Collaboration for Children (CCC)
A regional network of community partners who tackle child abuse traumas. In-home services for families struggling with parenting.
(859) 655-2977

Domestic Violence Transitional Program (St. Elizabeth Catholic Charities)
Offers intensive case management, and provides transitional housing and rapid rehousing options. Not a crisis shelter.
702 E. Market St., New Albany, IN 47150 | (812) 949-7305

ION Center for Violence Prevention (previously Women’s Crisis Center)
Hotline (859) 491-3335 (call or text 24/7)
Crisis intervention, counseling, emergency shelter, court and medical advocacy.
Northern Kentucky: 835 Madison Ave., Covington, KY 41011 | 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Williamstown: 1116 N Main St., Williamstown, KY 41097 | Walk-in hours 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday and Friday
Warsaw: 100 Davis Dr., Warsaw, KY 41095 | Walk-in hours 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday and Tuesday

National Teen Dating Abuse Hotline
(866) 331-9474

Provides immediate, confidential assistance for teens and parents.

ADOPTION RESOURCES

Adoption Bridges of Kentuckiana
Connects women and families to additional resources if they decide to parent or to place. Emergency Women and Children’s for single and expectant moms with 1 or 2 children under age 5. Counseling and intensive case management. Two locations:
702 E. Market St., New Albany, IN 47150 | (812) 949-7305
4123 Dutchmans Ln, Plaza 3, Ste. 108, St. Matthews, KY 40207 | (502) 468-4290

Adoption Connection
Full service agency, leader in open adoptions, helps clients navigate the adoption process from start to finish.
8487 Ridge Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45236 | (513) 489-1616

Adoption Professionals
Provides pregnancy counseling and financial assistance to facilitate best decisions for baby and parent.
2758 Erie Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45208 | (513) 321-2229

All Blessings International
Provides child placement services through domestic and international adoption.
3808 S. Griffith Ave., Owensboro, KY 42301 | (270) 684-2598

Choosing Hope Adoptions
Serves Ohio. Available 24/7 by phone. Serves expectant moms considering adoption, adoption legal work, financial provision for birthmothers, adoption education, post-placement birth parent care, professional counseling, etc.
8146 Hamilton Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45231 | (937) 471-2954

Division of Protection and Permanency (Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services)
Administers the state foster care and adoption systems.
Boone County: 8311 US Highway 42, Florence, KY 41042 | (859) 371-8832
Campbell County: 601 Washington Ave., Newport, KY 41071 | (859) 292-6733
Grant County: 505 S. Main St., Williamstown, KY 41097 | (859) 824-4471
Kenton County: 130 W. 43rd St., Newport, KY 41011 | (859) 292-6340

Heart to Home Adoption Agency
Offers birth mothers free personal counseling.
173 Sears Ave. #267, Louisville, KY 40207 | (502) 599-8177 or (502) 254-2425 | 24-hour hotline for birth mothers: (859) 552-2472

Lifeline Children’s Services
International, domestic infant and foster care adoptions.
7508 New LaGrange Rd. Ste 4, Louisville, Ky 40222 | 205-967-0811

Nightlight Christian Adoptions (previously Helping Hands Adoption Agency)
National organization with locations in 10 states, including Kentucky. Adoption advisor, pregnancy counselor.
767 Lane Allen Rd., Lexington, KY 40505 | (859) 263-9964

AGING AND DISABILITY SERVICES

Northern Kentucky Aging and Disability Resource Center
Provides information for those seeking services and support for aging and disabled individuals.
Boone County: 2950 Washington St., Burlington, KY 41005 | (859) 334-2242
Campbell County: 1098 Monmouth St., Newport, KY 41071 | (859) 292-3838
Kenton County: 303 Court St., Covington, KY 41011 | (859) 392-1400
Grant County: 101 N. Main St., Williamstown, KY 41097 | (859) 823-7561

Williamstown Senior Center
Activities and programs, support groups, socialization, etc. Not limited to Williamstown residents.
400 N. Main St., Williamstown, KY 41097 | (859) 824-6415

ANGER MANAGEMENT

The Pier Recovery Community
1002 Monmouth St., Newport, KY 41071 | (859) 547-6539

CHILD CARE and EDUCATION

4C for Children Play and Learn Program
Serving clients who live in Hamilton, Clermont, Clinton, Butler and Warren counties.
2100 Sherman Ave., Ste 300, Cincinnati, OH 45212 | (513) 221-0033

Baby Steps Program (through St. Elizabeth)
Specializes in working with pregnant women and new mothers who used substances during their pregnancy.
351 Centre View Blvd., Crestview Hills, KY 41017-3477 | (859) 301-2501

The Brighton Center
Various programs including Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters, Bright Days Child Development Center, and Every Children Succeeds.
(859) 491-8303

Head Start Northern Kentucky Community Action Center (CAC)
Comprehensive early childhood education for preschool children of low-income families. Several locations. English- and Spanish-language websites.
(859) 431-4177

Redwood
Services for children from birth to age 21 with both intellectual and physical disabilities. 
71 Orphanage Rd., Ft. Mitchell, KY 41017 | (859) 331-0880

WIC Campbell County Health Center
1098 Monmouth St., Newport, KY 41071 | (859) 431-1704

The Kidz Club
For children who are medically fragile.
527 Watson Rd., Erlanger, KY 41018 | (859) 727-0700

CLOTHING

Brighton Center Thrifting on Eastern
2014 Eastern Ave.,
Covington, KY 41014 | store: (859) 360-2663 | main: (859) 491-8303

First Baptist Church of Highland Heights
Open 9:30 to noon on Saturdays. 2315 Alexandria Pike, Highland Heights, KY 41076 | (859) 441-7274

Grant County Helping Hands
Usually Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. Closed holidays. Clothes shopping not available on commodity distribution days. Please see Facebook for updates on commodity days and schedule.
214 Barnes Rd., Williamstown, KY 41097 | (859) 823-0286

Rose Garden Home Mission
Children’s clothing. 2040 Madison Ave., Covington, KY 41012 | (859) 491-7673 (ROSE)

Salvation Army
1806 Scott Blvd., Covington, KY  | (859) 261-0835 

CHRISTMAS ASSISTANCE

Catholic Charities Northern Kentucky/Campbell County
3629 Church St., Covington, KY 41015 | (859) 581-8974

Society of St. Vincent de Paul
3970 Alexandria Pike,  Cold Spring, KY 41076 | (859) 572-2640
2655 Crescent Springs Rd., Covington, KY 41017 | (859) 341-3212

Salvation Army of Newport
1806 Scott Blvd., Covington, KY 41014 | this location: (859) 261-0835 | main: (859) 491-5180

COUNSELING

Abuse Recovery Ministry & Services
PO Box 663 Hillsboro, OR 97123 | (503) 846-9284 or (866) 262-9284

Awareness & Discovery Group
Alcohol and substance abuse, domestic violence, anger management
2 Dortha Ave., Florence, KY 41042 | 799 Ann St., 2nd Fl., Newport (in the Brighton Center) | (859) 525-1487

Brother Bill Evans
Free marriage counseling. Will do weddings free of charge.
(859) 356-3782

Catholic Charities Northern Kentucky/Campbell County
3629 Church St., Covington, KY 41015 | (859) 581-8974

Family Nurturing Center
Anger management
5 Spiral Dr. Ste. 100, Florence KY 41042 | (859) 525-3200

Greater Cincinnati Behavioral Health
Addiction, mental illness and related challenges. Multiple locations and residential facilities.
3005 Dixie Hwy, Ste. 60, Edgewood, KY 41017 | (859) 547-5773 for new intake appointments

Heaven’s Gain Ministries
Pregnancy loss
6962 Harrison Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45247 | (513) 607-6083

Ridge Behavioral Health Services
Programs for children, adolescents and adults. Inpatient and outpatient psychiatric services, partial hospitalization, substance abuse, telepsychiatry and medication management.
3050 Rio Dosa Dr., Lexington, KY 40509 | (859) 269-2325 or (800) 753-4673 (HOPE)

MEBS Counseling
Medicaid clients only. Counseling for bullying, depression, anxiety, trauma, bipolar disorders, behavior issues, psychosis, ADD/ADHD, suicide ideation, substance use/abuse, grief, developmental disorders, autism, relationship issues
4339 Winston St., Covington, KY 41015 | (859) 835-2573

Mental Health America of Northern Kentucky & Southwest Ohio
Support groups including for physical and mental abuse; crisis/suicide prevention; depression; The Pier Recovery Community Center
1002 Monmouth St., Newport, KY 41071 | (859) 431-1077

NorthKey Community Care
Locations in all eight Northern Kentucky counties; sliding scale. Family and child services, adult services, substance abuse, developmental disability services, prevention services.
Campbell County: 12 E 5th St., Newport, KY 41017 | (859) 578-3200 | Crisis: (859) 331-3292

Psychological Services of Northern Kentucky
Keli F. West, PsyD. Individual and family therapy, anxiety and depression, grief and loss, behavioral issues/ADHD assessment, school behavior issues, marriage and relationship difficulties.
2045 Dixie Hwy., Ft. Mitchell, KY 41011 | (859) 426-0900

Northern Kentucky Salvation Army
Direct line to social worker
1806 Scott St., Covington, KY 41014 | (859) 261-0835
340 W 10th St., Newport, KY 41072 (859) 431-1063

SUICIDE PREVENTION/Talbert House
Suicide prevention, addiction, community care, court and corrections, housing, mental health.
2600 Victory Pkwy., Cincinnati, OH 45206 | Crisis: (513) 281-2273 (CARE) or text Talbert to 839863 | Veterans, call (513) 281-8387 (VETS)

SUICIDE & CRISIS HOTLINE: call or text 988 
Hotline answered 24/7. English and Spanish. Free, confidential.

Transitions Inc. 
Drug rehabilitation and immediate care.
Residental Treatment Center: (313) Madison Pike, Erlanger, KY 41017 | (859) 491-4435
Grateful Life Center: 305 Pleasure Isle Dr., Erlanger, KY 41017

DIAPERS

Madonna House
25 Orphanage Rd., Ft. Mitchell, KY 41017 | (859) 344-1191

Rose Garden Home Mission
Hours: Monday-Thursday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
(859) 301-9098

EMPLOYMENT / EDUCATION

The Brighton Center
601 Washington Ave. Ste. 140, Newport, KY 41071 | (859) 491-8303 ext. 2201

Jobs Plus Employment Network
Jobs readiness program to facilitate sustained employment. Offers clothing and bus passes.
1805 Dalton Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45214 | (513) 241-1800

Kentucky Career Center
Employment assistance including training, resume preparation and job search.
Boone County: 8020 Veterans Memorial Dr., Florence, KY 41042 | (859) 372-8400
Boone County: 3087 Terminal Dr., Hebron (CVG Airport), KY 41048 | (859) 767-6952
Boone County: 401 Kenton Lands Rd., Erlanger, KY 41018 | (859) 962-4002
Campbell County: 1324 Madison Ave., Covington, KY 41011 | (859) 292-6666
Grant County: 1350 N. Main St., Williamstown, KY 41097 | (859) 428-7519

Life Learning Center
20 W. 18th St., Covington, KY 41011 | (859) 431-0100

Urban League of Greater Southwestern Ohio
Levels the playing field in areas of comprehensive education.
3458 Reading Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45229 | (513) 281-9955

People Ready Office
Job search site that connects businesses with temporary workers.
8001 Dream St., Ste. 104, Florence, KY 41042 | (859) 282-9401

Notre Dame Urban Education Center
Four educational and support programs for children (Early Learning, Homework Plus, Summer Academics, Family Support) and WIA Career Steps for teens and young adults ages 16-21.
14 E. 8th St., Covington, KY 41011 | (859) 261-4487

FOOD (See also Food: Emergency Assistance)

Action Ministries
Provides food and household grocery items. Visit the website for eligibility guidelines.
4375 Boron Ave, Covington, KY 41015 | (859) 261-3649

The Brighton Center
Open to walk-ins Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday, 12:30 – 4:30 p.m. Call for assistance during other business hours. Bring identification and proof of household members, income, and address.
799 Ann St., Newport, KY 41071 | (859) 491-8303, ext. 2300

Care Mission
Pantry food and commodities, clothing and housewares. Visit the website for hours and eligibility guidelines.
11093 Alexandria Pike, Alexandria, KY 41001
 | (859) 635-4500

Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)
Offices are open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Friday; close at 2:30 p.m. two Fridays each month. See early closure schedule.
Boone County Health Center, 7505 Burlington Pike, Florence, KY 41042 | (
859) 363-2060
Campbell County Health Center, 
1098 Monmouth St., Newport, KY 41071 (inside the Fiscal Court building)
Grant County Health Center, 234 Barnes Rd., Williamstown, KY 41097 | (859) 824-5074
Kenton County Health Center, 
1415 James Simpson Jr. Way, Covington, KY 41011 | (859) 431-3345

FOOD: EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE

Alexandria First Assembly of God
Last Saturday of the month. 9126 Alexandria Pike, Alexandria, KY 41001 | (859) 635-1441

Be Concerned: The People’s Pantry
1100 W Pike Street, Covington, KY 41011 | (859) 291-6789 | See FAQs on the website for hours.

New Beginning Community Church
Covington: (859) 261-3583

Newport City Church of God
401 Keturah St., Newport, KY 41071 | (859) 491-6925

Pantry of Hope: First Baptist Church of Highland Heights
2315 Alexandria Pike, Highland Heights, KY 41076 | (859) 441-7274

First Baptist Church of Cold Spring
By appointment only: 4410 Alexandria Pike, Cold Spring, KY 41076 | (859) 441-6184

Dept. for Community Based Services (SNAP)
Boone County: Victory Center, 8311 US Highway 42, Florence, KY 41042 | (855) 305-8959
Campbell County: Watertower Square, 601 Washington Ave.,
4th Flr., Newport, KY 41071 | (855) 305-8959
Grant County: 505 S. Main St., Williamstown, KY  41097 | (855) 305-8959
Kenton County: 130 W. 43rd St., Covington, KY  41015 | (855) 305-8959

Grants Lick Baptist Church
By appointment only: 941 Clay Ridge Rd., Alexandria, KY 41001 | (859) 635-2444

Henry Hosea House Soup Kitchen
Hot meal served daily, 4-5:30 p.m.
901 York St., Newport, KY 41071 |
(859) 261-5857

Holy Spirit Outreach
Monday, Tuesday, Saturday 9 a.m.-noon.
840 Washington Ave., Newport, KY 41071 | (859) 261-0818

New Hope United Methodist Church
Last Saturday of the month. 22 William F. Blatt St., Newport, KY 41071 | (859) 781-1660

St. John Lutheran Church
2nd and 4th Monday of the month, 2-4 p.m. 5977 Lower Tug Fork Rd., Melbourne, KY 41059 | (859) 635-5013

St. Vincent de Paul (Erlanger)
Erlanger location has a food pantry as well as paper goods. 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday-Saturday; noon-5 p.m. Sunday.
2655 Crescent Springs Rd., Covington, KY 41017 | (859) 341-3219

Salvation Army (Covington)
See page for zip codes/communities served. 1806 Scott Blvd., Covington, KY 41014 (859) 261-0835

 

FURNITURE

St. Vincent de Paul
Furniture, housewares, appliances. Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Sunday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Boone County: 7110 Turfway Rd., Florence, KY 41042 | (859) 446-7715
Campbell County: 3970 Alexandria Pike, Cold Spring, KY 41076 | (859) 572-2640
Kenton County: 2655 Crescent Springs Rd., Covington, KY 41017 | (859) 341-3212
Pendleton County: 518 Barkley St., Falmouth, KY 41040| (859) 654-2444

HOUSING: (See also Housing: Maternity Homes, Housing: Emergency Assistance; and Housing: Homeless Services)

Ann’s House for Women (Junia Company Ministries)
For women ages 18-30; single women and mothers with one or two children, up to nine months.
3051 Westwood Northern Blvd., Cincinnati, OH, 45211 | (513) 544-6957

Bethany House Services
Transitional housing and shelter.
4769 Reading Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45237 | (513) 557-2873
For emergency shelter, call  Central Access Point (513) 381-SAFE (7233), or text (513) 970-1515

Brighton Center
Stable Families program provides case management for families facing a housing crisis. Criteria: household with at least one child kindergarten through third grade; must reside in Boone or Campbell County; must be at imminent risk of homelessness.
741 Central Ave., Newport, KY 41071 | (859) 491-8303 ext. 2412

Campbell County Fiscal Court Assistance Program
Includes rent and utilities assistance. 1098 Monmouth St., Newport, KY 41071 | (859) 292-3838

Domestic Violence Transitional Program (St. Elizabeth Catholic Charities)
Offers intensive case management, and provides transitional housing and rapid rehousing options. Not a crisis shelter.
702 E. Market St., New Albany, IN 47150 | (812) 949-7305

Family Promise of Northern Kentucky
Partners with local churches to provide overnight shelter for up to four families, 14 persons total, with days spent at the organization’s Day Center.
336 W. 9th St., Newport, KY 41071 | (859) 360-0905

Gardens at Greenup
Offers single parents with custody of one or more minor children affordable, subsidized housing in 2-4 bedroom apartments; support services provided.
1132 Greenup St., Covington, KY 41011 | (859) 431-8717

Heart House
72-bed facility housing men, women and families.
6815 US Route 50, Aurora, IN 47001 | (812) 926-4890

Housing Opportunities of Northern Kentucky (HONK)
Through new construction and rehabbed properties, facilitates affordable housing for low- and moderate-income working families. Includes homeowner, budget and credit counseling. 502 Fry St., Covington, KY 41011 | (859) 581-4665

Independent Living Program (Brighton Center)
Provides comprehensive housing, life skills and support services to 18- to 21-year-old youth transitioning out of the state foster care program. State workers refer to the program.
741 Central Ave., Newport, KY 41071 | (859) 491-8303

Lincoln Grant Scholar House
Housing for single parents who are full-time college students who are pregnant or who have children at home under age 18.
717 Madison Ave., Covington, KY 41011 | (859) 581-6607

Midwestern Children’s Home
Group home serves children ages 6-18 who are mildly to moderately emotionally disturbed, mildly mentally challenged, neglected/dependent, learning disabled, unruly or delinquent or otherwise unable to function in their own homes and communities.
4585 Long-Spurling Rd., Pleasant Plain, OH 45261 | (513) 877-2141

Northern Kentucky Scholar House (Brighton Center)
Self-sufficiency program offering affordable housing, child development services and case management support. Priority to single-parent families enrolled in higher education.
741 Central Ave., Newport, KY 41071 | (859) 491-8303 ext, 2801

Norwood Apartments
Complex is part of the Kentucky Housing Corp Project-Based Rental Assistance program providing rental assistance to low-income families. Applicants must meet income requirements and certain screening criteria to be eligible for a subsidized unit.
204 Humes Ridge Rd., Williamstown, KY 41097 | Contact Williamstown Housing Authority at 859-823-1511

Section 8 Housing (Housing Choice Voucher Program)
Boone County Assisted Housing Dept. 2950 Washington St. 3rd Flr, Burlington, KY 41005 | 859-334-2105
Campbell County Housing Authority. Does not serve city of Newport. 1098 Monmouth St. Room 235 Newport, KY 41071 | (859) 261-5200
Williamstown Housing Authority. 400 N. Main St., Williamstown, KY 41097 | (859) 823-1511

Stable Families (Brighton Center)
Intensive case management for households with at least one child in grade kindergarten through 3rd grade. To be eligible, family must reside in Boone or Campbell counties and be at imminent risk of homelessness.
741 Central Ave., Newport, KY 41071 | (859) 491-8303 ext. 2327

Talbert House
Offers sober independent living, shelter housing, transitional housing, supportive housing services and permanent supportive housing for adults, families and veterans. Four locations in Greater Cincinnati.
Main office: 2600 Victory Pkwy, Cincinnati, OH 45206 | (513) 281-2273 (CARE)

USDA Rural Development Single Family Housing (US Department of Agriculture)
Gives families and individuals the opportunity to buy, build, or repair affordable homes located in rural areas. Eligibility for these loans, loan guarantees, and grants is based on income and varies according to the average median income for each area.
Kentucky office: 771 Corporate Dr., Ste. 200, Lexington, KY 40503 | (859) 224-7300
 

 

HOUSING: EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE

Central Access Point (CAP) Hotline
Emergency help with housing. Intake specialists available 7 days a week.
113 E 12th St., Cincinnati, OH 45202 | (513) 381-7233 (SAFE)

Brighton Center
Stable Families program provides case management for families facing a housing crisis. Criteria: household with at least one child kindergarten through third grade; must reside in Boone or Campbell County; must be at imminent risk of homelessness.
741 Central Ave., Newport, KY 41071 | (859) 491-8303 ext. 2412

City Gospel Mission
Overnight shelter for men.
1805 Dalton Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45214 | (513) 241-5525

Emergency Shelter of Northern Kentucky
Low-barrier shelter for homeless adults. Offers emergency shelter, showers, laundry, meals, mail  and other services.
436 W. 13th St., Covington, KY 41011 | (859) 291-4555

Fairhaven Rescue Mission
Provides transitory nightly housing for men up to 14 consecutive nights, including laundry and showers.
260 Pike St., Covington, KY | (859) 491-1027

Family Promise of Northern Kentucky
Partners with local churches to provide overnight shelter for up to four families, 14 persons total, with days spent at the organization’s Day Center.
336 W. 9th St., Newport, KY 41071 | (859) 360-0905

Homeward Bound Shelter
24-hour emergency shelter and residential treatment services for runaway, homeless, abused, neglected, and dependent youth ages 11-17; up to 18 for youth in custody of the Department of Community Based Services.
13 E. 20th St., Covington, KY 41014 | (859) 491-8303

Ion Center (formerly Women’s Crisis Center)
No-cost shelter for individuals and families (including pets) fleeing partner violence and for pregnant women.
835 Madison Ave., Covington, KY 41011 | (859) 491-3335 (call or text)

Northern Kentucky Emergency Shelter
Provides low-barrier shelter and services to homeless adults.
436 W. 13th St., Covington, KY 41011 | (859) 291-4555

Stable Families (Brighton Center)
Intensive case management for households with at least one child in grade kindergarten through 3rd grade. To be eligible, family must reside in Boone or Campbell counties and be at imminent risk of homelessness.
741 Central Ave., Newport, KY 41071 | (859) 491-8303 ext. 2327

Street Outreach (Brighton Center)
Rapid ReHousing and Street Outreach works with individuals experiencing homelessness to connect them with quality, affordable housing, and wraparound support services.
741 Central Ave., Newport, KY 41071 | Hotline: (859) 581-1111

Welcome House
Provides overnight shelter for homeless women and children.
1132 Greenup St., Covington, KY 41011 | (859) 431-8717

Women and Children Emergency Shelter (St. Elizabeth Catholic Charities)
90-day program provides expectant and single mothers facing homelessness a place to stay with their children and case management to achieve self-sufficiency and housing goals.
702 E. Market St., New Albany, IN 47150 | (812) 949-7305

 

 

HOUSING: HOMELESS SERVICES

Brighton Center
Stable Families program provides case management for families facing a housing crisis. Criteria: household with at least one child kindergarten through third grade; must reside in Boone or Campbell County; must be at imminent risk of homelessness.
741 Central Ave., Newport, KY 41071 | (859) 491-8303 ext. 2412

City Gospel Mission
Overnight shelter for men.
1805 Dalton Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45214 | (513) 241-5525

Emergency Shelter of Northern Kentucky
Low-barrier shelter for homeless adults. Offers emergency shelter, showers, laundry, meals, mail  and other services.
436 W. 13th St., Covington, KY 41011 | (859) 291-4555

Fairhaven Rescue Mission
Provides transitory nightly housing for men up to 14 consecutive nights, including laundry and showers.
260 Pike St., Covington, KY | (859) 491-1027

Fresh Start Shower Ministry
Provides showers, restrooms and laundry. Open Monday-Friday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (Last shower: 1:30 p.m.) No reservation required.
Florence Christian Church, 300 Main St., Florence, KY 41042 | (859) 647-5000

Gardens at Greenup
Offers single parents with custody of one or more minor children affordable, subsidized housing in 2-4 bedroom apartments; support services provided.
1132 Greenup St., Covington, KY 41011 | (859) 431-8717

Ion Center (formerly Women’s Crisis Center)
No-cost shelter for individuals and families (including pets) fleeing partner violence and for pregnant women.
835 Madison Ave., Covington, KY 41011 | (859) 491-3335 (call or text)

Northern Kentucky Emergency Shelter
Provides low-barrier shelter and services to homeless adults.
436 W. 13th St., Covington, KY 41011 | (859) 291-4555

Stable Families (Brighton Center)
Intensive case management for households with at least one child in grade kindergarten through 3rd grade. To be eligible, family must reside in Boone or Campbell counties and be at imminent risk of homelessness.
741 Central Ave., Newport, KY 41071 | (859) 491-8303 ext. 2327

Street Outreach (Brighton Center)
Rapid ReHousing and Street Outreach works with individuals experiencing homelessness to connect them with quality, affordable housing, and wraparound support services.
741 Central Ave., Newport, KY 41071 | Hotline: (859) 581-1111

Welcome House
Provides overnight shelter for homeless women and children.
1132 Greenup St., Covington, KY 41011 | (859) 431-8717

Women and Children Emergency Shelter (St. Elizabeth Catholic Charities)
90-day program provides expectant and single mothers facing homelessness a place to stay with their children and case management to achieve self-sufficiency and housing goals.
702 E. Market St., New Albany, IN 47150 | (812) 949-7305

 

 

HOUSING: MATERNITY HOMES

Bethany House Services
Transitional housing and shelter.
4769 Reading Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45237 | (513) 557-2873
For emergency shelter, call  Central Access Point (513) 381-SAFE (7233), or text (513) 970-1515

The Haven at Clarity Maternity Home
Maternity and transitional home for women 18 and older who struggle with unstable housing during and after pregnancy. Women may stay through pregnancy and up to 18 months after giving birth if parenting or up to six months if placing the baby for adoption.  Elizabethtown, KY 42701 | (270) 234-1122 ext. 5 | dana@clarityky.com

Home for Life (Darlene Bishop Home for Life)
Women may stay during pregnancy and up to six months after baby’s birth. Decisions for longer stays made on an individual basis.
703 N. Union Rd., Monroe, OH 45040 | 513-423-5433 (LIFE)

Karen’s Place Maternity Center
2221 Central Ave., Ashland, KY 41101 | (888) 520-9126
For expectant and new mothers in recovery. Mothers and babies may stay through delivery and up to three months in recovery.

Lifehouse Maternity Home
Safe, stable housing for single parents who are full-time college students. Children’s programming including child care and computer lab/study center.
2710 Riedling Dr., Louisville, KY 40206 | (502) 897-1655

Lincoln Grant Scholar House
Housing for single parents who are full-time college students who are pregnant or who have children at home under age 18.
717 Madison Ave., Covington, KY 41011 | (859) 581-6607

Madonna House
One-year live-in program providing furnished, one-bedroom apartments for single mothers and children at a reduced monthly rate; pregnant women who are homeless and/or have little or no support.
25 Orphanage Rd., Ft. Mitchell, KY 41017 | (859) 344-1191

Mater Filius Queen City Maternity Home
Supervised, transitional housing in furnished rooms. Women may stay up to eight months after their babies are born.
134 Whipple St., Sayler Park (Cincinnati), OH 45233 | (513) 351-3368

Rosemary’s Babies
Teen parent and family support organization providing caring support for moms and dads,  ages 9-19, through resources, education and life skills.  Must 19 or younger to enroll and receive services; exceptions can be made for those up to age 21 who were a teen parent. Available to teen parents in Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana.
4439 Reading Rd. #107, Cincinnati OH 45229 | (513) 855-0970 or (513) 813-8336

 

 

HUMAN TRAFFICKING

Catholic Charities Bakhita Empowerment Initiative
Provides direct assistance and case management to survivors of human trafficking. Offers My Life My Choice, a 10-session prevention and support group curriculum to educate and empower male and female youth ages 11-18.
2220 W. Market St., Louisville, KY 40212 | (502) 636-9263

Ion Center for Violence Prevention
Crisis intervention, counseling, emergency shelter, and court and medical advocacy.
835 Madison Ave., Covington, KY 41011 | (859) 491-3335 or (800) 928-3335

National Human Trafficking Hotline: (888) 373-7888 (TTY: 711) or Text: 233733

Salvation Army of Cincinnati
Provides immediate basic needs (food, hygiene supplies, bus pass), emotional support and mentoring.
114 E Central Pkwy., Cincinnati, OH 45202 | 24/7 Hotline: (877) 606-3158

LEGAL AID

Legal Aid of the Bluegrass
Attorneys represent eligible clients in civil legal matters before judges and in administrative hearings.
104 E. 7th St., Covington, KY 41011 | (859) 431-8200

Legal Aid Society of Greater Cincinnati
Provides free, comprehensive civil legal assistance to low-income families and individuals.
215 E. 9th St., Ste. 200, Cincinnati, OH 45202 | (800) 582.2682 | (513) 241-9400

MEDICAL CARE / DENTAL CARE

Abortion Pill Reversal
Hotline: 877-558-0333

Kentucky Children’s Health Insurance Program (KCHIP)
Free or low-cost health insurance for children 18 and younger in families who do not have health insurance and whose countable income is less than 213% of the federal poverty level. Apply through Kynect (see separate entry below).
(855) 459-6328

Kynector for Northern Kentucky Community Action Commission English | Spanish
Agents help individuals sign up for healthcare, primarily Medicaid. Pregnant women are automatically eligible for Medicaid. Provides help with Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and access to other programs, assistance and community connections.
Boone County: (859) 380-5405
Campbell County: (859) 652-5217
Grant County: (859) 201-5397
Kenton County: (859) 207-5591

Division of Family Support (Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services)
Among other services to families, determines eligibility for Medicaid. Central phone: (855) 306-8959
Boone County: 8311 US Highway 42, Florence, KY 41042
Campbell County: 601 Washington Ave., Newport, KY 41071
Grant County: 505 S. Main St., Williamstown, KY 41097
Kenton County: 130 W. 43rd St., Covington, KY 41011

Mental Health America of Northern Kentucky and Southwest Ohio
Kentucky: 1002 Monmouth St., Newport, KY 41071 | (859) 431-1077
SouthwestOhio: 11238 Cornell Park Dr., Blue Ash, OH 45242 | (513) 721-2910 

SUBSTANCE ABUSE AND RECOVERY

Addiction Recovery Care
Residential and outpatient treatment. See also Karen’s Place Maternity Center.
332 River Bend Rd., Louisa, KY 41230 | (606) 268-6743 or (888) 592-0004

Addiction Services Council
Places clients to various facilities for in-house treatment, which may or may not include Kentucky. Will pick up the client if necessary.
2828 Vernon Pl., Cincinnati, OH 45219 | (513) 281-7880

Alcoholics Anonymous
Kentucky: 1545 Scott St., Covington, KY 41011 | Hotline: (859) 491-7181
Ohio: 2300 Florence Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45206 | Hotline: (513) 351-0442
Ohio: 405 Oak St., Cincinnati, OH 45219 | (513) 861-3500
See meeting schedule, including virtual meetings.

ASAP Recovery
Faith-based, four-step, individualized recovery plans.
Meeting 7:15 p.m. Friday (separate groups for men and women) |2505 Eastern Ave, Covington KY 41042 | (860) 400-2727
Meeting 6:30 p.m. Tuesday (women only) | 8160 Dream St., Florence, KY 41042 | (860) 400-2727

Awareness & Discovery Group
Addresses anger management, domestic violence, substance abuse. Education/diversion classes, family and adolescent services, individual counseling, drug screening.
2 Dortha Ave., Florence, KY 41042 or 799 Ann St., 2nd Fl., Newport (in the Brighton Center) | (859) 525-1487

Baby Steps Program
St. Elizabeth Healthcare program specializes in working with pregnant and new moms with substance use challenges through support, education and resources to enhance the health of both baby and mother.
Kentucky, Ohio and Indiana locations | (859) 301-2501

Brighton Recovery Center for Women
100-bed facility that takes a long-term, holistic approach connected to an array of Brighton Center services. The program helps women recover from chronic substance use disorder and addiction and move toward a life of sobriety and productivity by changing behavior, skills, and attitudes. On average, women spend 9-12 months immersed in a supportive environment that allows them to recover from the effects of addiction and rebuild their lives.
375 Weaver Rd., Florence, KY 41042 | (859) 491-8303. Brighton Center main number: (859) 282-9390

BrightView Health
Outpatient drug and alcohol addiction treatment centers. Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday by appointment. Walk-ins welcome until 3 p.m. weekdays. Calls answered 24/7.
1610 Madison Ave., Covington, KY 41011 | (888) 502-4571
4135 Dixie Hwy., Elsmere, KY 41018 | (888) 502-4571

Celebrate Recovery
Group support to provide “a safe place for people to find freedom from the issues controlling their lives.”
Vineyard Christian Church, 7101 Pleasant Valley Rd., Florence, KY 41042 | (859) 689-0777
Nicholson Christian Church, 1970 Walton Nicholson Rd. Independence, Kentucky 41051 | (859) 356-7770
Calvary Baptist Church, 20 W. Southern Ave., Latonia, KY 41015 | (859) 491-1955
More locations

Cincinnati Restoration Church (CRC)
Christian live-in drug abuse restoration home. Free. Serving men and women ages 18 and older.
5200 Globe Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45212 | (313) 333-0212

CNKY Kentucky Behavioral Health
Substance abuse disorder programs for adults and children ages 12-19. Four locations in Northern Kentucky.
Boone County: 4836 Idlewild Road, Burlington, KY 41005. Residential program for youth.
Grant County: 103 Barnes Rd., Ste. I, Williamstown, KY 41097. Outpatient services.
Kenton County: 200 Home Rd., Covington, KY 41011. Residential program for youth.
Kenton County: 525 W 5th St., Ste. 219, Covington, KY 41011 | (859) 261-8768. Outpatient services.

Ethan Health Addiction Treatment
Provides a safe, supportive environment to facilitate long-term recovery. Outpatient and intensive outpatient services. Residential program available at their Richmond location.
6159 First Financial Dr., Ste. 100, Burlington, KY 41005 | (859) 625-5235

Karen’s Place Maternity Center
2221 Central Ave., Ashland, KY 41101 | (888) 520-9126
For expectant and new mothers in recovery. Mothers and babies may stay through delivery and up to three months in recovery.

Kids Now Plus (Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services)
For pregnant women at high risk for alcohol, tobacco and drug use during pregnancy.
Region 7 (North Key) serves Boone, Campbell, Carroll, Gallatin, Grant, Kenton, Owen, and Pendleton counties. | (859) 283-0952 ext 4251.

Narcotics Anonymous
Local meetings to facilitate crisis stabilization and drug and alcohol treatment.
Hebron Church of Christ, 2966 Damascus Rd., Hebron, KY 41048 | Thursday, 6:30-8 p.m.
Asbury United Methodist Church, 2916 Alexandria Pike, Highland Heights, KY 41076 | Thursday, 7-8:30 p.m.

North Key
Staffed with a variety of mental health and substance use professionals, including psychiatric nurse practitioners, therapists and counselors, care coordinators, employment and housing specialists, peer support specialists, more.
All locations: (859) 578-3200 | Crisis line: (859) 331-3292
Boone: 7459 Burlington Pike, Florence, KY 41042
Campbell: 12 E. 5th St., Newport, KY 41071
Grant: 308 Barnes Rd., Ste. I, Williamstown, KY 41097
Kenton: 513 Madison Ave., Covington, KY 41011

Northern Kentucky Addiction Hotline (859) 415-9280
Answered by trained, professional care coordinators 24/7. Variety of services including answers to frequently asked questions, assistance with assessment, treatment and placement, Casey’s Law support, and links to harm reduction, recovery and reentry services.

The Pier Recovery Community
1002 Monmouth St., Newport, KY 41071 | (859) 547-6539

Quit Now Kentucky (Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services)
Tobacco prevention and cessation programs.
(800) QUIT-NOW or (800) 784-8669

The Ridge Adolescent Recovery Center
Specialized programs for ages 12-17 (or 18 if still in high school).
3050 Rio Dosa Dr., Lexington, KY 40509 | 859-269-2325 or 800-753-4673 (HOPE)

Salvation Army
Adult rehab services.
2250 Park Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45212 |  24/7 Helpline: (513) 351-3457 or 800-728-7825

St. Elizabeth Behavioral Health
Outpatient and inpatient services. Multiple locations. (859) 301-5901

Transitions Northern Kentucky
Outpatient and residential services, affordable recovery housing, targeted case management for men and women.
Main: 535 W Pike St., Covington KY 41011 | (859) 491-4435
Residential home: 313 Madison Pike, Erlanger KY 41017
Grateful Life Center: 305 Pleasure Isle Drive, Erlanger, KY 41017

Twin Rails Sober Living
Short- and long-term residential home for men in recovery.
1629 Madison Ave., Covington, KY 41011
| (859) 814-8022

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McKinley Family Center

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Williamstown Barnes Road

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