Scholar House Programs - Kentucky River Foothills

Committed to fostering self-reliance and community engagement.

Scholar House Programs are designed for qualifying individuals with a long-term goal of self-sufficiency, offering an educationally driven and supportive environment.

Program Benefits
Scholar House is more than housing. It is a community. Both programs help single parents achieve educational goals, build financial stability, and provide a nurturing environment for children. Whether you join Eastern Scholar House or Kit Carson Commons, you will gain the tools, support, and resources to create a brighter future.

All Scholar House residents have access to:
- Affordable income-based housing
- On-site childcare for children from birth to five years old
- Academic tutoring and study support
- Financial literacy and budgeting education
- Employment assistance and workforce readiness
- Parenting skills and family resource management
- Case management and individualized service planning
- Workshops covering nutrition, life skills, problem-solving, and job search techniques
Eastern Scholar House
Eligible applicants include heads of households aged 18 and above, single parents with primary custody of their children, full-time degree-seeking students enrolled at an approved post-secondary institution such as Eastern Kentucky University, University of Kentucky, Bluegrass Community and Technical College, Berea College, and Morehead State University, and families eligible for Section 8 subsidized housing. Located at 801 Van Hoose Drive in Richmond.

Housing and Amenities
- Thirty-nine two-bedroom apartments on EKU’s campus
- Two fully accessible units for handicap living
- Washer, dryer, dishwasher, storage, and designated parking
- Computer lab
Scholar House apartments are professionally managed by Winterwood Property Management. Note: While located on leased land at EKU and prioritizing student parents, this program is not a form of student housing.

Program Requirements
- Maintain full-time student status and a minimum 2.0 GPA
- Monthly meetings with a case manager
- Participation in life skills workshops and approved work or volunteer experiences
- Full-time enrollment of preschool children in the Child Development Center
On-Site Child Development Center
The Child Development Center located at Eastern Scholar House is managed by Community Action Council. The center provides a safe, nurturing, and educational environment for children from birth to age five, with a strong focus on kindergarten readiness. Child screenings and ongoing developmental monitoring are used to support each child’s growth and progress.
- Focus on kindergarten readiness with child screening and progress monitoring
- Stars 4 rating for high-quality childcare
- Developmental and social-emotional programming for holistic growth
- Individualized and developmentally appropriate curriculum, including The Creative Curriculum and The Pyramid Model for social-emotional support
- Participation in the USDA Food Program providing nutritious meals throughout the day
- Low student-to-teacher ratios and NAEYC approval ensuring high standards of care
- Emphasis on family engagement with opportunities to participate throughout the school year
- Nature-based programming with safe indoor and outdoor play areas
- Parent involvement encouraged to create a supportive community
- Community enrollments accepted when space is available
The Workforce Pathway at Kit Carson Commons Scholar House
Eligible applicants include heads of households aged 18 and above, single parents with primary custody of their children, full-time degree-seeking students enrolled at an approved post-secondary institution such as Eastern Kentucky University, University of Kentucky, Bluegrass Community and Technical College, Berea College, and Morehead State University, and families eligible for Section 8 subsidized housing. Priority is given to military service members and veterans as well as low-income single parents attending college full-time. Located at 4460 Kit Carson Drive in Richmond.

Housing and Amenities
- Thirty income-based housing units on EKU’s campus
- Three fully accessible units for handicap living
- Washer, dryer, dishwasher, storage, and designated parking
- Computer lab and childcare options
Scholar House apartments are professionally managed by Winterwood Property Management. Note: While located on leased land at EKU and prioritizing student parents, this program is not a form of student housing.

At Kit Carson Commons, we offer a Workforce Development Center to serve our community:
- Three classrooms dedicated to equipping individuals with real-world skills for success in industries such as manufacturing and warehousing
- Classes and training managed by EKU Workforce Development and Community Engagement
- Diverse catalog of courses available to industry partners and community members
- Opportunities for continuous professional and personal growth
- For more information, visit https://workforce.eku.edu/
Program Requirements
- Maintain full-time student status and a minimum 2.0 GPA
- Monthly meetings with a case manager
- Participation in life skills workshops and approved work or volunteer experiences
Application Process
Starting your journey with Scholar House is straightforward. Follow these steps to begin the application process:

Complete the Interest Questionnaire
Fill out the questionnaire below (fillable).

Interview and Documentation
If you qualify for top priority admission, you will be invited for an interview with Scholar House staff. This step helps assess your commitment to active participation and success in the program.

During the interview, be prepared to provide:
1. - Confirmation of being at least 18 years old
  - Proof of single-parent status with primary custody of your child or children
  - Verification of full-time student status or admission to an approved post-secondary institution
  - Commitment to meet monthly with a Scholar House case manager for development and monitoring of an Individualized Service Plan
  - Willingness to enroll your children under five in the Scholar House Child Development Center (applies to Eastern Scholar House)
  - Confirmation of eligibility for Section 8 subsidized housing
  - Agreement to attend monthly life skills workshops and meetings to achieve educational goals resulting in self-sufficiency
  - Willingness to work or participate in approved volunteer experience while enrolled in the Scholar House Program
Scholar House Questionnaire

Step 1 of 3

Name:(Required)

Date of Birth:(Required)
MM slash DD slash YYYY

Are you interested in Eastern Scholar House or Kit Carson Commons Scholar House?(Required)

Are you a military service members or veteran?(Required)

Address:(Required)
Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country

Phone Number:(Required)
Other:(Required)
Email:(Required)

List(Required)
Child
Date of Birth

List(Required)
Child
Date of Birth

Describe custody and visitation status of your children:(Required)
Marital Status:(Required)

Single/Never Married

Seperated

Divorced

Widowed
Racial-Ethnic Background (For statistical information only; not required; check as many as apply):(Required)
White/Caucasian
American Indian/Alaska Native
Hispanic/Latino
Asian
Native Hawaiian/Other Pacific Islander
Black/African-American
Other
Please list all persons living in your household (not listed above):
Name
Relationship

Current/Previous Landlord
Name:(Required)

Phone:(Required)
Address
Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country

Income and Living Expenses
What is your current total monthly income?(Required)
Check the appropriate sources and give the amounts:(Required)
Employment
KTAP
Educ. Grants/Loans
Unemployment Ins.
Vet's Benefits
Alimony
Child Support
Other Sources
Current Expenses
Rent(Required)
Utilities(Required)
Food(Required)
Childcare(Required)
Clothing(Required)
Transportation(Required)
Insurance(Required)
Household(Required)
Personal(Required)
Other(Required)
Long-Term Expenses/Debt
Loans(Required)
Charge Cards(Required)
Medical
Car Payment(Required)
Student Loans(Required)
Other(Required)
Will you have a car while at Scholar House?(Required)

Yes

No
Educational History
High School(Required)
School Dates Attended Grade(s)/Hours Graduate?
GED Program
School Dates Attended Grade(s)/Hours Graduate?
Tech. School
School Dates Attended Grade(s)/Hours Graduate?
College(Required)
School Dates Attended Grade(s)/Hours Graduate?
What educational program are you interested in entering at this time?(Required)
Have you been accepted into an educational program? If so, where and what is your major/program?(Required)

Please share why you are interested in participating in the Scholar House program:(Required)
Please provide contact information for two personal references that we may contact below:(Required)
Reference Name
Reference Phone Number
Reference Relationship

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Reach Out To Us

For more information contact:

Jaime Laber, Scholar House Director
801 Van Hoose Drive
Richmond, KY 40475
(859) 408-7025

Scholar House Questionnaire

Current/Previous Landlord

Income and Living Expenses

Current Expenses

Long-Term Expenses/Debt

Educational History