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Helping Kids & Caregivers Thrive

In 2025, we doubled down on what matters most: Kentucky’s children and the families who support them.

From groundbreaking research to statewide programs, we strengthened systems of safety, stability, and belonging.

Stories

START: Recognizing Excellence in Family Support
April 30, 2025
START: Recognizing Excellence in Family Support
See how START is strengthening Kentucky’s families
ASK: Supporting Adoptive & Kinship Families
November 18, 2025
ASK: Supporting Adoptive & Kinship Families
Explore the stories shaping Kentucky’s adoption journey
Advancing Protection Through Research
October 9, 2025
Advancing Protection Through Research
Learn how Dr. Showalter’s work is driving national impact
Digital Support for Rural Mothers
June 27, 2024
Digital Support for Rural Mothers
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Community Events

This year, Centers & Labs hosted events for families, foster and adoptive caregivers, and social work professionals across the state.

Foster and Adoptive Parent Appreciation Day at Newport Aquarium

Foster Parent, Social Work Training Conference at LEX Public Library

“Taking Care of YOU” Event treated DCBS Employees to day full of Self-Care

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