CHFS Divisions
Let’s take a look at some of the CHFS Divisions that are frequent partners of Guardianship.
Please also refer to the CHFS website for additional information.
Developmental and Intellectual Disabilities
Supports people with intellectual or other developmental disabilities by overseeing the state’s regional Community Mental Health/Intellectual Disability Centers (CMHCs), administering the Supports for Community Living (SCL) Waiver, and coordinating quality assurance and risk management responsibilities.
Long-Term Services and Supports
Oversees programs for Kentuckians who need ongoing support due to their age, a medical condition, or a disability, offering a variety of options to meet each individual’s unique needs.
Mental Health
Supports implementation of prevention, treatment, crisis, and recovery services for Kentuckians impacted by Serious Mental Illness (SMI), Severe Emotional Disabilities (SED) and/or co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders.
Quality Living
Administers several programs that contribute to the care of people in Kentucky including the Home and Community-Based (HCB) Waiver, the Program for All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE), and the Traumatic Brain Injury Trust Fund program.
Women’s Health
The state’s clearinghouse for data and information on women’s health issues. The site maintains a women’s health resource center and routinely conducts outreach and education on numerous women’s health topics.
CHFS Advisory Commissions, Councils & Boards
CHFS also has several different advisory commissions, councils, and boards to help ensure they are fulfilling the mission of the CHFS.
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Institutional Review Board
Protects clients and employees of CHFS involved in research as subjects. Research proposals involving CHFS clients or employees as subjects or information or data about CHFS clients or employees must be reviewed and approved by the IRB.
Serve Kentucky
Supports volunteerism and service, administers the state AmeriCorps program, volunteer insurance program, Governor’s Awards for Outstanding Volunteer Service, and other initiatives.
Commonwealth Council on Developmental Disabilities
Works to create change through visionary leadership and advocacy so that people have choices and control over their own lives.