At the forefront of change since 1848
Breaking Cycles.
Healing Hearts.
Growing Minds.
We’ve been healing hearts and minds for awhile now. Since 1848. And in that span of time we’ve been at the leading edge of care for children and families in the state of Kentucky. Helping children, adults and families secure outcomes that change futures for the better, revealing positivity and potential.
We provide a safe place for abused and neglected children to live and heal.
This includes onsite residential treatment, as well as foster care and adoption opportunities for children who have been removed from their homes by the state of Kentucky. DCCH is also home to The Therapy Center, which offers counseling services to anyone who might need them. At the end of the day, we’re heart healers and are committed to helping those we serve have hope for a brighter future.
8000+
Children in out-of-home care in the Commonwealth of Kentucky
3500+
Children and Families have been given a chance at hope and change through DCCH
40+
We support children and families in 40+ Kentucky counties
Just keep doing what you’re doing because you guys are saving lives—not just the kids, but the families too!
Our latest healing story
Martin Family Adoption
CONGRATULATIONS to this amazing family! Jeff and Jamie Martin finalized the adoption of their daughter Josie! We are so happy for you all . The family completely surprised her, as everyone met on the Boone County Court House steps. Many of her family and friends joined, including some of her biological siblings who were adopted too. Most special was her entire second-grade class from Calvary Christian School who witnessed the occasion virtually.
DCCH team with Denise Govan, President, Ron Bertsch Foster Care/Adoption Director, and case managers Sarah McAdams & Jessica Postel were present to celebrate, along with Josie’s CASA worker Jennifer Rose, KY CHFS worker Erin Heis, and Attorney Kat Schulz