The Kentucky Council of the Blind is the statewide affiliate of the American Council of the Blind in the Commonwealth of Kentucky. With 300-plus members, weekly radio talk show, newsletters and email lists, and five local and special-interest chapters that each offer events, advocacy, information and referral, and peer support, KCB is reaching more and more Kentuckians with its message of equality, opportunity and independence.
Use the information below to contact the Kentucky Council of the Blind and its chapters and to learn about our programs and events.
You say there's no chapter where you live in Kentucky, or you'd like to start a chapter in a particular area of interest such as technology or family issues? Give us a call or drop us an email and we'll help you get started.
Contact Information
Kentucky Council of the Blind
Deb Lewis, President
Phone: (502) 721-9129
Email: debbiel09@insightbb.com
Office: 148 Vernon Avenue, Louisville, KY 40206
Office phone: (502) 895-4598
Office email: kcb@iglou.com
Website: www.kentucky-acb.org
Email lists:
kentucky-acb (discussion) and kentucky-news (announce only); subscribe at www.acb.org/mailman/listinfo
Eastern Kentucky Christian Council of the Blind
Based in Jackson and Hazard; members throughout southeastern Kentucky welcome. The chapter meets several times a year and sponsors a summer picnic and a Christmas party for members, family and friends.
Joey Couch, President
Phone: (606) 216-8033
Email: ki4vjd@gmail.com"
Website: www.eastern.kentucky-acb.org
Greater Louisville Council of the Blind
The largest chapter, with members throughout the metropolitan Louisville area. GLCB sponsors several family-friendly activities each month, including daytime support groups, dine-outs at local restaurants, informative quarterly meetings and workshops, game nights, and a Christmas party.
Carla Ruschival, President
Phone: (502) 895-4598
Email: carla40206@gmail.com
Email list: glcb; subscribe at www.acb.org/mailman/listinfo
Northern Kentucky Council of the Blind
Serving Covington, Florence, Newport, Erlanger and surrounding areas. Meeting times vary.
David Perry, Presdent
Phone: (513) 242-1767
Email: daveperry509@gmail.com
Gerry Slusher, Secretary
Phone: (859) 781-7369
Email: grader@fuse.net
Email list: nkcb; subscribe at www.acb.org/mailman/listinfo
Guide Dog Users of Kentucky
Membership open to Guide dog users throughout the state. Monthly conference call meetings, Louisville-based activities, statewide advocacy on guide dog issues.
Deb Lewis, President
Phone: (502) 721-9129
Email: debbiel09@insightbb.com
Email list: gduky; subscribe by sending a blank email to: gduky-subscribe@yahoogroups.com
Tri-State Library Users
KCB newest chapter addresses issues related to books, technology and accessibility of libraries to individuals who are blind or visually impaired. Meetings include interesting speakers, time for sharing good books, resources for digital and audio materials, and tips for using information technology.
Bill Wright, President
Phone: (502) 893-0879
Email: billy0912@insightbb.com
Last updated January 6, 2013