April 2026
Note: Services listed do not imply endorsement by HKNC. The information listed is self-reported by the program. The terminology used in this document is unique to each program (for example the spelling of the word “DeafBlind” or use of the term SSP or CoNavigator). This program listing is provided for informational purposes only. These are the known programs in the United States. Several other states/metropolitan communities have active work groups investigating the possibility of establishing SSP or CN services.
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KENTUCKYKY Office of Vocational Rehabilitation 8412 Westport Road, Louisville, KY 40242 502-764-1065 voice Faith Wicks, Statewide DeafBlind Services Coordinator Amanda F. Friend, branch manager for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing and State Coordinator of Deaf Service Kentucky Office of Vocational Rehabilitation Service Area: Kentucky Statewide Program Established: 2017 Funding Sources: Vocational Rehabilitation Funds Eligibility: Consumers in an employment setting or receiving training in an in-state rehabilitation facility. Number of Individuals Served: 0; training qualified SSPs March 2026 Preferred Terminology: SSP Certification/Endorsement: none at this time Types of Service Requests: Orientation on a job site or rehabilitation skills training. Training Requirements: Completion of SSP approved training, reference letter, at least 50 hours of experience. Program Coordination: as needed Transportation: SSPs can transport program participants as part of their role but transportation cannot be the only service provided. SSPs are paid to get to the consumer to provide services. Transportation for consumers can be done by paying for transportation to either the job site or rehabilitation facility through public transportation vouchers, mileage to an individual who has been approved as a vendor in our system, or by VR counselors assisting the consumer to network with family, friends, co-workers, or other available community supports. SSP/CN Pay Rate: $45.00/hr | ||