Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (Regional Programs)

Connections Programs
Access Regional MR/ID Services
Bluegrass First Steps Point of Entry

Connections Programs

3479 Buckhorn DR, Suite 160
Lexington, KY  40515
(859) 271-3812
FAX (859) 245-2981 

Connections (Lexington and Somerset) provides services for individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities through the Supports for Community Living (SCL) and Michelle P. Waiver programs.  These services are designed to support individuals in becoming more independent by encouraging personal growth and development and increasing involvement in the community.   

Connections Services 

• Residential Supports (Staffed Residence and Group Home settings)
• Case Management
• Support Brokerage (Consumer Directed Option)
• Behavioral Supports
• Psychological Services
• Adult Day Training
• Supported Employment
• Community Living Supports
• Occupational Therapy
• Physical Therapy
• Speech Therapy
• Respite

Contact Connections at (859) 245-2981 for additional information.

ACCESS Regional IDD Services

3161 Custer Drive, Suite 4
Lexington, KY 40517
(859) 272-7483
FAX (859) 272-9685

Access is the central point of intake for non-clinical services for persons with intellectual disabilities and/or developmental disabilities.  Access case managers promote full participation in community life by coordinating and developing supports within the community for individuals with intellectual disabilities and/or developmental disabilities.

Case Management Services

• Point of Entry Case Management

• Assessment of needs

• Linkage and referral to waivers and/or other appropriate services and resources
   
• Ongoing Case Management
  • Case Management for those at risk of homelessness, institutionalization and/or incarceration. 
  • Linkage and referral for individuals awaiting eligibility for Case Management through waivers
  • Advocacy
  • Linkage and referral to services as needed
     
• Crisis Case Management

o   Case Management for individuals 18 years and older who are experiencing a behavioral or psychiatric emergency

o   Crisis Response Team

o   24/7 Crisis Line 

• Michelle P. Waiver Case Management

o   Assessment for Michelle P. waiver eligibility

o   Case Management for individuals who are receiving the Michelle P. Waiver   

• PASRR Services

o   Specialized services for Pre-admission Screening and Annual Resident Review recipients residing in Nursing Care Facilities

o   Supports to enhance quality of life, increase independence and promote community participation 

Call 859-272-7483 if you are interested in receiving services.  Our Case Managers will be able to provide additional information regarding the referral process and eligibility criteria.

Bluegrass First Steps Point of Entry

343 Waller Ave., Suite 201
Lexington, KY  40504
(859) 271-9448 or 1-800- 454-2764
FAX (859) 272-6893

First Steps is Kentucky’s Early Intervention System that serves children from birth to the age of three who have developmental delays or a medical condition that is known to cause a delay.  The Bluegrass First Steps Point of Entry office provides eligibility determination for all referrals, as well as service coordination for families who have children in the First Steps Program.   

Service Coordinators will: 

• Guide families through the First Steps program
• Coordinate developmental evaluations and determinations regarding eligibility
• Coordinate the initial discipline specific therapy assessments  
• Assist family with obtaining on-going therapy for their child, if eligible

Therapists provide therapy in the child’s natural environment (home, daycare and community).  This allows parents or caregivers the opportunity to learn activities that promote the child’s development. 

Therapy services may include: 

• Speech Therapy
• Physical Therapy
• Occupational Therapy
• Developmental Intervention
• Behavioral Intervention
• Nutrition Services
• Services for Deaf and Hard of Hearing
• Services for Blind and Sight Impaired

If you are concerned that a child under the age of three is not meeting his/her developmental milestone, you may make a referral by calling Bluegrass First Steps Point of Entry at (859) 271-9448. Information on developmental milestones is also available by contacting this office.