KY Family to Family Health Information Center

08/20/2026

If you're on a waitlist for MPW or HCB services, HB2 adds a new verification step. It could cost you your spot if you don't respond in time. Update your contact information and watch your mail closely so you're ready to receive a Provider Attestation Form: https://bit.ly/4cuoI6G

08/17/2026

Kentucky health officials have confirmed an ongoing outbreak of measles in Kentucky. As of Aug. 17, 2026, there are confirmed cases in Christian, Todd, Trigg, and Washington Counties. This includes two people who have been hospitalized with measles.
The Kentucky Department for Public Health and local health departments are also investigating reports of measles in other counties.
The Kentucky Department for Public Health publishes updated county case counts each morning, Monday through Friday, at www.chfs.ky.gov/agencies/dph/dehp/idb/Pages/measles.aspx.
Vaccination is the best protection from measles. The measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine is safe, effective, and widely available in Kentucky. To get the MMR vaccine, contact your doctor or other health care provider, or your local health department.

08/17/2026

Health officials have confirmed a new measles outbreak in Kentucky, part of the largest national outbreak in 30 years. Measles is highly contagious, with 1 in 5 unvaccinated infections resulting in hospitalization. If you think you've been exposed, contact your health provider.

07/23/2026

07/23/2026

Kentucky Medicaid issued an important update for providers today. Please see the provider letter at the link for more information: https://buff.ly/Ngm0Egd

07/23/2026

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For the third time in as many months, Gov. Andy Beshear said he is undoing a cut to healthcare services using alternate funds.

07/18/2026

Thank you for a wonderful day, PossAbilities Expo 2026! To all the families we met: Thank you for sharing your stories with us. It was great meeting you all!

Above text shown in picture with Joy Baum, Support Parent and Jessica Sheene, KY F2F HIC Region Director, at the event table and picture of two chairs in a sitting area.

07/17/2026

Free Webinar from the National Down Syndrome Congress (NDSC): Helping to Secure the Financial Future of Individuals (of all ages) with Disabilities with Mass Mutual

📅Thursday, August 27
🕛1:00 - 2:30 PM EST

When planning for the financial future of a loved one with a disability, there are many different aspects to consider, and will vary depending on their age. This workshop will discuss critical considerations for individuals of all ages who have a disability. We’ll review the importance of creating a life care plan, how it can help, and who should be involved. Learn crucial information and tools that may help in preparing for their financial future, such as government benefits, special needs trusts, ABLE accounts, and other legal and financial structures and considerations. Preparing for the financial future of a loved one with a disability can help ease the burden of the unexpected tomorrows. And help ensure that loved one’s continued care and quality of life continues well into their future.

Register here: https://ow.ly/8mfS50ZlZLy

07/17/2026

Federal law is changing who can get Medicaid and what some adults must do to keep it. If you are aged 19 to 64, qualify for Medicaid based only on income, and are not exempt, you must work or meet community engagement requirements. Kentucky Medicaid recently sent notices to affected members and has posted a sample notice, so you know what to watch out for. For more information on Medicaid Community Engagement (MACE) or to view the sample notice, please visit the Kentucky Health Benefit Exchange (KHBE) website: https://buff.ly/RYrY5PG

07/17/2026

Planning for adulthood takes more than a calendar and crossed fingers. Join Mission Transition on August 20, 2026, 12 PM EST for practical information on next steps after high school, adult services, and how to prepare for changes in support.
Save your spot: https://tinyurl.com/3kn42t38