Prevent Child Abuse Kentucky (PCAK)

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Kentucky’s leading voice for child abuse prevention. With our Partners, prevention is possible. 💙
Advocacy | Awareness | Education | Training

10/28/2026

On Survivor, every new challenge takes courage, preparation, and a strong alliance. The same can be said for taking the next step toward higher education!

This Wednesday, our series with Survivor winner and Kentucky Representative Nick Wilson continues as we talk about the importance of higher education and supporting first-generation college students as they navigate new opportunities. For students who are the first in their families to attend college, the journey can come with unique challenges. But no one should have to navigate the college experience alone!

Luckily, Kentucky students have some great resources in their alliance:
🎓 FAFSA (Federal Student Aid) — The 2027–2028 FAFSA is NOW OPEN! Students planning to attend college during the 2027–2028 academic year can apply for federal financial aid, including grants, work-study opportunities, and student loans. Get started at StudentAid.gov!
📚 Kentucky Higher Education Assistance Authority (KHEAA)— Offers free college planning resources, financial aid guidance, and information about scholarships and grants for Kentucky students.
🤝 Kentucky TRiO Programs (KAEOPP) — Provide eligible students, including first-generation college students, with academic support, mentoring, and guidance to help them succeed in higher education.

Because when it comes to building a brighter future, every student deserves the opportunity to outwit obstacles, outplay expectations, and achieve their dreams!
Tag a student or family who could benefit from these resources!

10/27/2026

Our Upstream Academy Members have been BUSY! 💙🛶

Across the Commonwealth, our incredible Upstream Academy Members have been hard at work bringing prevention education and resources to their communities, empowering Kentuckians to create safer, stronger environments where children and families can thrive!

See a familiar face in these photos? If you recognize an Upstream Academy Member making a difference in your community, give them a shoutout in the comments! We'd love to hear how they're spreading prevention across Kentucky! 💙

And guess what? We're recruiting additional Upstream Academy Members now!

Are you passionate about prevention, strengthening families, and making a difference in your community? Join a growing network of prevention champions working to move Kentucky upstream!

💙 Be part of the prevention movement! Learn more about Upstream Academy and how you can get involved: https://pcaky.org/upstream-academy/

10/22/2026

📼 REWIND! ⏪ Is it just us, or are we already missing KAWI like crazy?!

We're over here wishing we could hop in a time machine and relive the 30th Annual Kids Are Worth It!® Conference all over again!

From the totally rad 90s vibes to the unforgettable connections, inspiring conversations, and memories made, KAWI 2026 was all that and a bag of chips!

We're throwing it back to two days of learning, laughter, and celebrating the incredible people working to make Kentucky a better place for children and families.

Until next year, KAWI fam! We miss you already! 💙✨

10/21/2026

On Survivor, knowledge is power. But when it comes to Kentucky's kids, education is one of the most powerful tools we have to help them thrive!

This Wednesday, our series with Survivor winner and Kentucky Representative Nick Wilson continues as we highlight the importance of education and making sure every child has the tools, opportunities, and support they need to succeed. From the first bedtime story to walking across the graduation stage, education opens doors, builds confidence, and helps create brighter futures. And across Kentucky, there are some incredible resources helping families along the way!

📖 Dolly Parton's Imagination Library provides FREE, age-appropriate books each month to registered children from birth to age five, helping spark a lifelong love of reading!

🏫 Family Resource and Youth Services Centers (FRYSCs) help connect Kentucky students and families with resources, services, and support to remove barriers to learning and encourage academic success.

Because when it comes to our kids, education shouldn't be a challenge to survive, it should be an opportunity for every child to thrive! 💙

10/16/2026

Strong fathers. Strong families. Stronger Kentucky! 💙

Chris, Janna, and Amanda were proud to attend the annual Fatherhood Summit hosted by the Commonwealth Center for Fathers & Families! This event brings together passionate advocates, professionals, and community leaders who recognize the important role fathers and father figures play in the lives of children and families.

At PCAK, we know engaged, supported, and empowered fathers are essential to building strong families and preventing child abuse and neglect. We're grateful for opportunities like this to connect, collaborate, and continue championing the importance of fatherhood across the Commonwealth.

Thank you to CCFF for bringing these important conversations to the forefront! 💙

10/14/2026

On Survivor, wisdom can be the ultimate advantage. But in life, some of the greatest lessons come from the people who raised us.

Grandparents bring a lifetime of wisdom, experience, and love to the children in their lives. For grandparents raising grandchildren, those lessons can help build resilience, strengthen family connections, and create memories that last a lifetime.

This Wednesday, our series with Survivor winner and Kentucky Representative Nick Wilson continues as Nick shares some of his favorite words of wisdom from his Mamaw and reflects on the lessons that have stuck with him over the years.

Whether it's a piece of advice, a family tradition, or a simple reminder to keep going, sometimes the greatest survival skills aren't learned on an island—they're passed down from generation to generation.

💬 What's the best piece of wisdom your grandparent ever shared with you? Drop it in the comments!

10/08/2026

On Survivor, having the right alliance can make all the difference. In real life, some of the strongest alliances are built within families.

Today, our series with Survivor winner and Kentucky State Representative Nick Wilson continues with a conversation about grandparents raising grandchildren and the incredible role grandparents and other kinship caregivers can play in providing children with stability, connection and a sense of belonging.

Stepping into a parenting role again can also bring new challenges, and caregivers deserve an alliance of their own.

If you or someone you know is raising a grandchild or relative child, resources are available across Kentucky:
💙 PCAK's “Parenting and Caregiving Over 50” Tipsheet offers practical information and encouragement specifically for older caregivers. Our Lean On Me Kentucky movement and our 120 in 120 initiative inspires others to be a Community Supporter.
☎️ Kentucky's Kinship Support Hotline — Call 877-565-5608 to learn more about resources and supports available to kinship caregivers.
🤝 Kentucky Family Caregiver Program — Connects grandparents raising grandchildren with resources, support groups, counseling, training and other assistance.
🏠 KY FACES — Find information about kinship care, benefits, support programs and grandparent support groups across Kentucky.

Because sometimes the most important alliance a child can have is a grandparent, relative or loved one willing to step up when they need them most.

09/30/2026

On Survivor, finding enough food is part of the game. For too many families across Kentucky and Appalachia, it’s a challenge they face in real life.

Today, our series with Survivor winner and Kentucky State Representative Nick Wilson (District 82- Whitley and part of Laurel county) continues with a conversation about food insecurity and the importance of making sure families have access to the resources they need to thrive.

If you or someone you know could use a little extra support putting food on the table, help is available! We've listed a few resources below, but encourage you to share your most helpful resource in the comments.
💙kynect benefits and Kynect resources — Apply for programs like SNAP, which helps eligible Kentucky households purchase food and search for food assistance and other community resources available near you.
❤️Kentucky 211— Dial 2-1-1 to connect with local resources and services.
🧡Feeding Kentucky — Find food banks and hunger-relief resources serving communities across the Commonwealth.

Because outside of Survivor, finding your next meal shouldn't be a challenge anyone has to face alone.

Tune in next Wednesday for the next episode in our series with Nick!

09/29/2026

Prevent Child Abuse Kentucky joins communities across the Commonwealth in mourning the loss of Kentucky State Police Trooper Hayden Phillips, who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.

Trooper Phillips dedicated his life to serving and protecting others. Beyond the badge, he was a husband and a father of three. Our hearts are with his family, loved ones, fellow Kentucky State Police troopers, and all those grieving this tremendous loss. We are deeply grateful for his service to the Commonwealth and the legacy of service he leaves behind.

For those wishing to show their support, donations are being accepted through the Kentucky State Police Foundation to support Trooper Phillips’ family during this incredibly difficult time. We encourage our Partners and friends across Kentucky to join us in surrounding his family and the KSP community with support. More information can be found at the KSP Foundation's website (https://kspfoundation.org/).

Rest in peace, Trooper Phillips. Your service and sacrifice will not be forgotten. 💙

09/23/2026

The tribe has spoken… and we’re bringing you a brand-new series! We’re teaming up with Kentucky State Representative and Survivor winner Nick Wilson for a special weekly video series exploring prevention, Kentucky’s kids and families, and the experiences that have shaped his perspective—from the island to the Kentucky State Capitol.

And because we couldn’t resist a good Survivor tie-in, we’ll drop a new video with Nick every Wednesday—the same day Survivor hits our screens!

Follow along each week as we get to know Nick, hear his perspective on the issues impacting Kentucky families, and talk about what it takes to build stronger communities where every child can thrive.

Outwit. Outplay. Outlast. Upstream. 💙

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2265 Harrodsburg Road, Suite 200
Lexington, KY
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+18592258879

Website

http://www.pcaky.org/

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