The department shall administer the public welfare functions of the county, which shall include, but not be limited to, public assistance, general assistance, institutional care of children and adults, social services to families and individuals, and child welfare services, except as otherwise provided by law. Services shall not be limited to financial aid.
Duties of the department
KRS § 98.320, under HEALTH AND WELFARE IN CITIES OF THE FIRST CLASS AND IN COUNTIES CONTAINING SUCH CITIES.
KRS § 98.320