Samantha supports families, individuals with disabilities, and professionals navigating the complex and often frustrating world of disability services including:

• Planning for your child’s future care
• Stepping into a caregiving role for the first time
• Balancing the needs of aging parents and a sibling with disabilities
• Trying to understand Kentucky's disability service system
• Needs specific to your family

• Future Planning: For families preparing for a time when they can no longer manage caregiving responsibilities.
• Caregiver Recruitment and Retention: Strategies to find, hire, and keep the right caregivers.
• Disability Service Navigation: Guidance on Medicaid waivers, SCL applications, and finding the best resources for your loved one.
• Support for Siblings: Help for those stepping into caregiving roles for the first time or managing dual responsibilities with aging parents and disabled siblings.

Each service is personalized to your specific circumstances.

That’s okay! Many families come in feeling overwhelmed or stuck.

Whether you’re new to disability services or dealing with a specific challenge, the first step is identifying what’s most important right now and creating a clear, manageable path forward.

Book a consultation and we'll figure it out together. 

Yes! Caregiver recruitment services include guidance on finding, hiring, and retaining the right caregivers for your loved one’s specific needs.

Families save time and avoid frustration by using proven strategies to build a sustainable care team.

Absolutely! Many siblings find themselves managing care for the first time after parents can no longer do so. Samantha provides emotional support, education, and practical tools to help siblings feel confident and capable in this new role.

Samantha offers services ideal for anyone overwhelmed by the complexity of disability services and looking for personalized, actionable guidance.

Whether you need help with planning, navigating waivers, recruiting caregivers, or building a sustainable care system, the goal is to make your life easier and your loved one’s care more effective.

Book a Consultation to find out how Samantha can help you. 

Case managers are a vital part of the Medicaid waiver system, helping families create and manage care plans, monitor health, safety, and wellness, and provide access to resources. However, case managers often face systemic challenges like high caseloads, frequent turnover, and administrative demands, which can limit the depth of their support.

These services go beyond case management by offering consulting, mentoring, and training tailored to your family’s unique needs.

Consulting – Need hands-on support with a project? Whether it’s applying for a waiver, submitting an emergency SCL application, hiring PDS or private pay employees, or strategic planning, Samantha provides expert guidance to help you navigate the process smoothly.

Mentoring – Need ongoing support while navigating the system? Samantha helps with hiring, overcoming administrative hurdles, and advocating for your loved one, offering flexible, personalized solutions beyond system constraints.

Training – Need to understand the disability service system? Samantha provides clear, research-backed guidance, equipping families and professionals with the knowledge and confidence to navigate self-direction, waivers, and available resources effectively.

This approach complements the work of case managers, offering additional time, expertise, and creativity to address challenges Kentucky's disability service system fails to address.

Caregiver burnout is a common issue, especially for families managing dual responsibilities or unexpected transitions.

Samantha helps reduce stress by helping you access the resources you need, streamlining caregiving systems, offering emotional support, and creating a sustainable care plan that lightens your load.

Yes! While many families start with urgent concerns, the services also address long-term planning, sustainable care strategies, and ongoing support to help you adapt as needs evolve over time.

Yes! Many families already receiving waiver services still feel lost, unheard, or unsure of how to fully use the resources available.

Samantha can help you maximize your current benefits, streamline administrative tasks, and develop strategies to advocate for your rights and address ongoing challenges.

No! Unlike Kentucky’s current waiver system, Samantha operates independently, which means there’s no waiting list for her services.

Families can get the support they need without delays, ensuring timely guidance and solutions for their most pressing challenges.

No, not at this time. Just like insurance plans, Medicaid waivers have strict guidelines about what they will and won’t cover. While waivers provide funding for many essential services, they don’t always cover consultations or mentoring.

These sessions are designed to fill the gaps by offering tailored guidance, practical tools, and strategies that go beyond what the waiver typically supports. Private pay allows for greater flexibility and ensures families get exactly what they need, without restrictions or delays.

Some states have Medicaid waivers that cover these services. Kentucky has not been responsive to efforts to increase access to these services via the Medicaid waiver. If you would like more information about advocating for change, reach out here.

There are a number of issues that make providing the Community Guide service challenging in Kentucky for independent providers. Samantha has worked on advocacy to change the regualtions and agency level policies since 2022. At this time, Samantha is only able to support a limited number of SCL waiver participants via the Communtiy Guide service. Questions? Reach out here. 

Understanding that every family’s financial situation is unique, Samantha  offers flexible payment options to make these services accessible. Here are the current options available:

• Self-Pay: Debit, credit, or check payments are accepted.
• Payment Plans: Flexible payment plans are available through PayPal Pay Later, allowing families to spread the cost over time.
• Special Needs Trusts and STABLE Accounts: These accounts can be used to cover service costs.
• Estate Planning Funds: Families often allocate resources through estate planning to invest in critical support services.
• Crowdfunding: Some families use crowdfunding platforms to gather financial support from their community.
• Hart Supported Living Grant: While applications for 2024 are closed, families can apply in April 2025 for possible funding starting in August 2025.