LEXINGTON, KY, (WMDJ) – In response to the devastating flooding that has once again impacted Eastern Kentucky, Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH) is mobilizing flood relief efforts, launching a supply and fundraising drive to support families and communities in urgent need.
ARH is accepting donations of essential cleanup and recovery items, including non-perishable food and water, baby care products, personal hygiene supplies, and NEW warm coats, gloves, and hats of all sizes. We are not accepting clothing at this time, and no used items will be accepted.
A full list of needed supplies can be found at www.arh.org/floods
As was seen during ARH’s July 2022 flood relief efforts for Eastern Kentucky, these items will be collected in designated sites in Lexington, Hazard, and Prestonsburg and transported to ARH relief centers in Hazard and Prestonsburg, where these supplies will be distributed to those impacted by the flooding.
Drop-Off Location & Hours:
- ARH System Center – Lexington
2260 Executive Drive, Lexington, KY
Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• ARH Disaster Relief Center (Former JC Penney Building)
278 Black Gold Blvd, Hazard, KY
Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Former Highlands ARH Cancer Center building (on the Highlands ARH Regional Medical Center campus)
5000 KY Route 321, Prestonsburg, KY
Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Make a Monetary Donation
Financial contributions to the ARH Foundation Relief Fund will help provide shelter, food, medical care, and long-term assistance to those affected by the disaster. Every dollar donated will go directly to flood relief efforts.
Donate Online: Easily donate at the ARH Foundation Donation Site
Flood Relief Distribution Centers
Flood-affected community members can access relief supplies at the following locations:
In Kentucky:
• ARH Disaster Relief Center (Former JC Penney Building)
278 Black Gold Blvd, Hazard, KY
• Former Highlands ARH Cancer Center building (Highlands ARH Regional Medical Center campus)
5000 KY Route 321, Prestonsburg, KY
