Beyond Barriers Foundation

Help shouldn’t begin at the breaking point.

We help Kentucky families find services, speak up for the right support and stay safely at home — before a crisis.

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Our Core Values

Prevention

Helping families find support before a situation becomes a crisis.

Advocacy

Standing with individuals and families as they pursue appropriate services.

Support

Helping individuals and families find the support they need to live safely in their communities.

How We Help

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Navigation

Finding the right services, programs and next steps.

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Advocacy

Standing with families for appropriate services.

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Supports

Practical help that keeps people safely at home.

Emergency Respite

Relief for caregivers when they need it most.

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Family Support

Connection, education and help for the whole family.

Crisis Prevention

Planning ahead so help arrives before the breaking point.

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You are not alone. Help can start today.

Tell us what kind of support you need, and we’ll help you find a place to start.

Beyond Barriers Foundation is not an emergency response service

Beyond Barriers Foundation is not an emergency response service. If someone is in immediate danger or experiencing a medical or psychiatric emergency, call 911, or call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.