Gun violence prevention resources for Lexington
Protecting our community starts at home. Find free gun locks, safe storage guidance, and trusted resources for families.
Every 30 min
a child accesses an unsecured firearm in the U.S.
54%
of gun owners do not store firearms safely
Free
gun locks available now at LFCHD
Lexington-Fayette County Health Department
650 Newtown Pike, Lexington, KY 40508
Available in the lobby during regular business hours
(859) 252-2371
Free — no appointment needed
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How-to video
Learn to use a gun lock
Watch our short video to see exactly how to secure your firearm with a cable lock.
Gun lock how-to video
Step-by-step instructions for properly installing a cable lock on your firearm. Takes less than one minute and could save a life.
Safe storage tips
Four steps to safer storage at home
Lock it
Use a cable lock or trigger lock on every firearm
Store separately
Keep ammunition locked in a separate container
Use a safe
A locked gun safe provides the strongest protection
Talk to kids
Have age-appropriate conversations about gun safety
Video series
Asking about guns before playdates
Seven short videos to help parents start important conversations about firearm safety — before your child visits another home.
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How to bring up guns with another parent
Before your child’s next playdate, there’s one more question worth asking.
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What exactly should I ask?
Five questions that can make any home safer for your kids.
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Why does locked and unloaded matter?
Safe storage isn’t complicated — but it requires more than one step.
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What if the other parent pushes back?
Sometimes a parent might seem uncomfortable when you ask about firearm storage.
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What should I tell my kids about guns?
Children are naturally curious. Talk to them before they encounter one.
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Safe storage in your own home
If you have firearms in your home, this one’s for you.
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Where can I get help or more resources?
You don’t have to figure this out alone. Trusted resources are ready to help.
Resources
Crisis support and family resources
Free, confidential help is available — for mental health crises, safe storage guidance, and family conversations about gun safety.
Crisis support
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988
Free, confidential support 24/7 for anyone experiencing emotional distress or a mental health crisis. Trained counselors are available by call or text, any time of day.
Local — Lexington
New Vista 24-Hour Crisis Line
1-800-928-8000
Central Kentucky’s community mental health center, serving 17 counties. Provides crisis intervention, emergency counseling, and same-day walk-in access for adults and children. A Behavioral Health Urgent Care walk-in clinic is available in Lexington for urgent needs that don’t require hospitalization.
Families
Be SMART for Kids
besmartforkids.org
A research-based framework to help parents take five simple steps to reduce children’s access to unsecured firearms. Includes conversation guides, safe storage checklists, and tools for talking to other parents — including before playdates.
Need a free gun lock or have questions?
Contact the Lexington-Fayette County Health Department — we’re here to help.