Moving My Family to Kentucky 👨‍👩‍👦

What was your motivation for moving?

Our motivation stemmed from a desire to give our children a more nostalgic, grounded childhood; One rooted in traditional values and a sense of community that seems harder to find these days.

What do you like about Eastern KY?

Eastern Kentucky is absolutely beautiful, its natural landscape is breathtaking. I finally understand what people mean when they say ‘the air is different up here.’ I’ll never forget our first night in our new home; the peace and stillness brought some of the most restful, invigorating sleep I’ve had in years. And above all, the people have been incredible; warm, hospitable, and welcoming beyond anything we expected.

Was our program helpful during the process? How so?

I’ve started this response several times, and each time I’ve come back to the same truth: my only regret is not being able to fully express how incredible our experience with the SOAR program has been. At every stage of the process, we were met with kind, knowledgeable individuals who were genuinely eager to help us explore our options, plan thoroughly, and make the move with confidence. It has truly been a privilege to be part of this program.

What advice would you give to someone looking to relocate to Eastern KY?

If you don’t currently wake up genuinely excited about what your neighborhood has to offer, don’t let this opportunity pass you by. Eastern Kentucky has a unique way of slowing things down just enough for you to truly breathe, reconnect, and rediscover what matters most. If you’re looking for beauty, community, and a sense of purpose this is the place to find it.