Workforce Pathway at Kit Carson Commons - Kentucky River Foothills

Committed to fostering self-reliance and community engagement.

Kit Carson Commons Scholar House is designed to uplift and stabilize your journey, offering a blend of educational support, social services, and workforce training. Here, you are part of a community invested in your success.

Comprehensive Support
Enjoy a range of services tailored to your needs, including workshops on parenting, financial management, nutrition, and valuable job search skills.

The program provides:
- Academic tutoring
- Financial literacy education
- Employment assistance
- Access to community-based services
Residents benefit from case management, workshops, and various programs covering parenting skills, family resource management, nutrition, work skills, problem-solving, and job search techniques.
Qualification Criteria: Who Can Apply
Priority for admission is given to low-income single parent military service members, veterans, and parents attending college full-time.

Admission is given to:
- Heads of households aged 18 and above
- Single parents with primary custody of child/children
- Full-time degree-seeking students at approved post-secondary institutions
- Families eligible for Section 8 subsidized housing
Participants agree to meet monthly with a case manager and attend life skills workshops.

Once individuals are accepted into the program, they are directed to the housing counselor for an evaluation of their eligibility for rental assistance. Continued housing eligibility centers on sustained participation in the program, including maintaining full-time student status, achieving a 2.0 GPA, contributing a modest share of the rent, and engaging in mandatory supportive services such as life skills, study hours, and case management.
Application Process: Taking the First Step
Beginning your journey with the Kit Carson Commons Scholar House program is straightforward. Follow these steps to begin the application process:

Fill out the questionnaire (accessible via the link below). This form collects pertinent information and determines your position on the program’s prioritization list.

KIT CARSON COMMONS INTEREST QUESTIONNAIRE

KCC CHECKLIST FOR APPLICATION APPOINTMENT

Interview and Documentation:

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

During the scheduled interview, be prepared to provide the following items (linked below):
- Confirmation of being at least 18 years old.
- Proof of single-parent status with primary custody of your child/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 the development and monitoring of an Individualized Service Plan.
- 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 either work or participate in approved volunteer experience while enrolled in the program.
Embark on this exciting journey toward self-sufficiency. Your success awaits at Kit Carson Commons Scholar House!
Affordable, Comfortable Living

Immerse yourself in comfortable, income-based housing with fantastic amenities, a computer lab, childcare options, and convenient parking. The program offers 30 housing units, including 3 fully accessible for handicap living. Amenities include a washer/dryer, dishwasher, storage space, and designated parking. Winterwood, Inc. manages the property, ensuring you a peace of mind. Note: While located on leased land at EKU and prioritizing student parents, this program is not a form of student housing.

Click on the image below to see an apartment layout.
Empowering Careers: EKU's Workforce Development Center

At Kit Carson Commons, we offer a Workforce Development Center to serve our community. This center features three classrooms dedicated to equipping individuals with real-world skills essential for success in industries such as manufacturing and warehousing. EKU Workforce Development and Community Engagement manages a diverse catalog of classes available to industry partners and community members, fostering continuous professional and personal growth. For further details on EKU’s Workforce Development, please visit their website: https://workforce.eku.edu/
Kit Carson Commons Interest Questionnaire

If a field does not apply to you, please enter “N/A”.

Step 1 of 3

Name:(Required)

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

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

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(Required)
Car Payment(Required)
Student Loans(Required)
Other(Required)
Will you have a car while at Kit Carson Commons?(Required)

Yes

No
Veteran Status
Are you a veteran meeting the following definition:
1. Veterans with an Honorable or General Under Honorable Conditions discharge (proof of DD 214 required). 2. Service members currently serving on Active Duty/National Guard/Reserve (proof of status required – either SCRA or copy of current assignment orders and/or letter from Commanding Officer dated within 30 days of the start of the semester). 3. Reserve/Guard who were not issued a DD 214 with a Honorable or General Under Honorable Conditions (proof of discharge orders required).

Yes

No
Do you have proof of your DD 214 or veteran status?(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 Eastern 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:

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

Cheryl Barnett, Child Development
Center Director
4460 Kit Carson Drive
Richmond, KY 40475
(859) 408- 7025

Current/Previous Landlord

Income and Living Expenses

Current Expenses

Long-Term Expenses/Debt

Veteran Status

Educational History