Headquartered in downtown Louisville, Center for Independence staff work with young people throughout Kentucky. The Center for Independence is a service of Kentucky Baptist Homes for Children which provides residential, counseling, adoption, foster care, and independent living services. KBHC is licensed by the Kentucky Cabinet for Families and Children and has provided services to families since 1869. The Center for Independence serves older youth and young adults who are preparing for adult life. Services are designed for youth who are at high risk for facing a range of social problems such as poverty, unemployment, inadequate education, substance abuse and teen pregnancy.
Youth receive life skills instruction in an activity-centered classroom.
Young people learn about managing money, obtaining and managing a job, preparing meals and other daily living skills. The College and Career Program provides opportunities for young people who have been in the care of Kentucky Baptist Homes for Children to continue their education at the post-secondary level and assists with job development. The Transitional Living Apartment Program is for young adults who need guidance in their transition to independent living. While working and going to school, youth live in supervised apartments and receive training in apartment living, budgeting, shopping, job maintenance, and other skills.