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Broadbent Wildlife Sanctuary was founded in 1992 by
former Kentucky Legislator, Mary Ann Tobin.
We are located in Central Kentucky on the outskirts of
Irvington.  We are a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization
that is state and federally licensed.
We rely largely on donations from
 caring individuals and businesses to operate.
At Broadbent education is very important.
The entire staff attends continuing education classes
throughout the year.  This lets us stay abreast of new
medicines, treatments and techniques.
We plan to open an educational  center in 2010.
This will provide an opportunity for people
of all ages to observe wildlife in a natural setting,
and learn to respect and cherish
Kentucky's most wonderful natural resource.
Public education is also important to us.  Our educational
programs are geared toward different age groups and
include information about the different species,
environmental factors that effect them, things we can
all do to make a difference and what to do if you find an
injured or orphaned wild animal.
Broadbent rescues sick, injured and orphaned
wildlife throughout the state of Kentucky.
The Sanctuary provides food, housing, medical
& surgical treatment and compassionate care to
all our patients through the rehabilitation
process.  Those who, for medical reasons,
cannot be released become permanent residents
and assist us with educational programs for area
schools, camps and civic organizations.  We also
provide a haven for abandoned and abused
exotic birds/animals and horses.