Assistance Resources
COUNTY RESOURCES
Douglas County
Lawrence Resources
Franklin County
Johnson County
Additional Resources
City of Shawnee Community Resources
Johnson County Resources
This is a list of lots of resources for Johnson County
Miami County
Miami County Resource Guide
Pottawatomie County
Riley County
Resource Directory
Shawnee County
Topeka Resources
Wyandotte County
Turner Community Resource Directory
DISABILITY RIGHTS GROUPS
Disability Professionals (SS Benefits)
1-866-825-7489
Social Security Benefit Assistance, Kansas
Disability Rights Center of Kansas
Disability Rights Legal Center
HOME HEALTH CARE/ADULT DAYCARE/INDEPENDENT LIVING
A Helping Hand Home Care
We offer customized in-home care for all individuals including people limited by Alzheimer’s disease or dementia, patients recovering from surgery – even new mothers. Our team specializes in providing a friendly, helping hand around the house, from basic housekeeping and companionship to personal care services. Also provide transportation. Lawrence and Topeka area.
Adult Day Care in Kansas
Capper Foundation
Adult day services; serving to increase independence. Employment Workforce development. In-home Support- attendant care, accessing medical care, ambulation, exercise, household services and maintenance. Wellness Monitoring from a skilled nurse
Coalition of Independence
913-321-5140
4911 State Ave
Kansas City, KS 66102
Information, Resources, Referrals, Independent Living Skills, Peer Support, Advocacy, Community Integration, Hearing Impaired, Telecommunications Access Program (TAP), Franklin County, Johnson County, Leavenworth County, Miami County, Wyandotte County.
Community Care Connection
620-223-5085
1-800-provides services to private pay clients and is an approved Medicaid Payroll Agent for self-direct clients. Services are provided 24 hours a day, including weekends and holidays. Service times may range from a few hours once a week to several hours each day. Services are tailored to the individual’s needs and desires.
Concerned Care, Inc – KC
CCI provides aid and services for persons with disabilities, living on their own, by providing a wide array of resources.
Helpers Inc.
In home care providers
Home Health Care Agencies in Kansas
Johnson County Adult Daycare
Listings for Adult Daycares in Johnson County, Kansas
Medicalodges
913-367-6066
In home services, independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing care, adult daycare, outpatient therapy, rehabilitation, specialized care
Rescare
913-342-9426
Education and Training, Home Care, Residential and Supportive Services, Youth Services, Counseling, Training, Job Placement, Pharmacy Services, Johnson County, Leavenworth County
Resource Center for Independent Living
Great list of resources
Topeka Independent Living Resource Center (TILRC)
Personal assistant management services, Advocacy services such as Individual, systems change and benefit advocacy, Housing assistance, Independent Living Skills Training, peer counseling, social and recreational opportunities, sign language interpreting and referral services, Documents reproduced in alternate formats.
Windsor Place
Coffeyville 620-251-6545 ext 21
Lawrence 866-910-3047
In-home services, assisted living arrangements, or skilled nursing care and Telehelath a program that provides equipment to allow one to monitor their vital signs and health status on a daily basis.
MEDICAL/PHARMACEUTICAL
Partnership for Prescription Assistance
Free or low cost medications, free or low cost clinic finder. Also has many programs available such as hearing, phone equipment, service animals and children’s services. Offer a financial assistance program to assist with mobility equipment, medical equipment, procedures, hearing aids, dentures, glasses.
Patient Assistance
Free resource designed to connect people who can’t afford their prescription medications to assistance programs.
Foundation for Sight and Sound
Each eligible person receives two hearing aids, custom ear molds and one years limited services.
The Whole Person
1-800-878-3037
Independent Living Services, Youth Services, Personal Care Assistance, Johnson County, Wyandotte County
Theravive
Helps connect you to the right professional. Local therapist listings, online and phone counselor listings, find a workshop, seminar or event near you.
RELIEF/ASSISTANCE ORGANIZATIONS
American Red Cross
Provides Disaster Relief, Emergency Aid, Babysittibg/Caregiver Training, First Aid/CPR Courses for Atchison County, Doniphan County, Douglas County, Franklin County, Johnson County, Miami County, Shawnee County and Wyandotte County.
Cross-Lines Community Outreach
913-281-3388
Clothing Closet, Rent & Utility Assistance, Shower Facilities, Laundry Services, Medicine Cabinet
Family Caregiver Alliance (FCA)
1-800-445-8106
The Family Caregiver Alliance provides Information, Education, Research, Advocacy, Support Groups for Atchison County, Doniphan County, Douglas County, Franklin County, Johnson County, Leavenworth County, Miami County, Shawnee County and Wyandotte County
Friends of Man
Offers assistance in getting mobility equipment (prostheses, wheelchairs, van lifts and modifications, ramps, home modifications) , hearing aids, dentures, medical equipment and procedures, glasses. Basic needs such as clothing for children, food, short term daycare, prescriptions and Cobra/Health Ins.
Must have a referring professional to submit application.
JayDoc
Area listings for Childcare Assistance, Disability Services, Domestic Violence, Financial Resources, Food Assistance, Homeless Shelters, Housing , Independent Living, Job Search, Legal Servicess, Senior Services, Suicide Prevention, Support Groups, Youth Enrichment
Kansas City Help
You can search by state, city and county for emergency assistance, shelters, aid ect. It’s a great overview of options!
Kansas State Library
Thriving In Tough Times- offers lists of resources for Housing, Families, Finances, Health and Local Assistance
Keys for Networking
Dedicated to building peer to peer networks that connect Kansas parents and youth to provide access to services, resources, health and information for behavioral education, emotional, mental health and substance abuse problems.
Metropolitan Lutheran Ministry
MLM provides food, assistance, community and other assistance to the underprivileged, homeless, disabled and elderly populations in Kansas City.
Salvation Army
The Salvation Army provides many services such as Adult Rehabilitation Services, Veterans Services, Hunger Relief, Thrift Stores, Adult Daycare, Housing options, Homeless Services, Youth Camps, Recreation, Residential Housing.
Douglas County
785-843-4188
Johnson County
913-782-3640
Leavenworth County
913-682-6523
Shawnee County
785-233-9648
Wyandotte County
913-232-5400
Sand Castles, Inc
785-832-2345
Douglas County educational and counseling services are designed to help you manage and or resolve the problems in your life. They provide case management, guardianships, life coaching and counseling, career counseling and educational advocacy.
Atchison County
710 S. 9th St, Ste B
Atchison, KS 66046
913-367-6510
Douglas County
2518 Ridge Court, Room 200
Lawrence, KS 66046
785-843-6626
Franklin County
PO Box 233/434 Main St
Ottawa, KS 66067
785-418-2015
Johnson County
12351 W. 95th Ter, Ste 201
Lenexa, KS
913-488-3828
Leavenworth County
400 Shawnee St
Leavenworth, KS
913-682-2592
Shawnee County
1315 SW Arrowhead Rd, Ste B
Topeka, KS
785-273-4804
Wyandotte County
1821 N 3rd St
Kansas City, KS
913-233-2933
Veronica’s Voice
816-483-7107
Resources for KC Metro area such as Emergency Shelters, Local Resources, Transitional Living Programs, Alcohol,Drug & Mental Illness Recovery, Youth Shelters & Programs, Domestic Violence Shelters, Pregnancy Assistance & Shelters and Emergency Assistance
Working Families’ Friend
The primary purpose of Working Families’ Friend is to provide assistance, training, and support to working families in need” through the use of available community resources.
STATE/COUNTY/GOVERNMENT OFFICES
Administration on Aging Website
Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC)
Caregiver Resources, Medical Services, Housing Options, Long-Term Care, Screening Waivers, In Home Services for Atchison County, Doniphan County, Douglas County, Franklin County, Johnson County, Leavenworth County, Miami County, Shawnee County, Wyandotte County.
Assistive Technology
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Administration on Aging Assistive Technology Fact Sheet.
Division of Children and Families
TTY/TTD 1-800-766-3777
Johnson County
913-826-7300
Leavenworth County
913-680-2200
Miami County
913-755-2162
Shawnee County
785-296-2500
Wyandotte County
913-279-7000
Children and Family Services, Atchison County, Doniphan County, Douglas County, Franklin County, Johnson County, Leavenworth County, Miami County, Shawnee County, Wyandotte County.
Driver’s License/State ID
Kansas Driver’s License and State ID’s
Douglas County Resources
East Central Kansas Area Agency on Aging
Ottawa 785-242-7200
1-800-633-5621
We will assist older adults, individuals with disabilities, their family members and caregivers in finding information about long-term supports and services. The ADRCs will serve as a resource for both individuals eligible for publicly-funded services and supports and individuals with private resources.
East Central Kansas Aging and Disability Resource Center
EBT Kansas Service Helpline
1-800-997-6666
Financial Assistance- Lawrence
Listing of organizations who can help with rent, utilities, food, clothing, disaster assistance and more.
FTC Bureau of Consumer Protection
This website is a great resources to help you learn more about credit loans and mortgages.
Food and Drug Administration(FDA)
Federal Trade Commission(FTC)
Federal Trade Commission: The FTC deals with issues that touch the economic life of every American. It is the only federal agency with both consumer protection and competition jurisdiction in broad sectors of the economy.
Homestead Information
1-800-894-0318
Kansas, Tax information, Homestead Act
Johnson County Minor home Rehabilitation Program
The Minor Home Rehabilitation Program assists eligible Johnson County homeowners with home repairs and provides limited accessibility modifications for eligible persons with a disability.
Johnson County Multi – Service Centers
Food Pantry, Clothing Closet, Utility Assistance, Johnson County
Kansas Commission on Disability Concerns Website
Kansas City Kansas Disability Resources & Other Useful Resources
Kansas Medicaid Info
Kansas Rural Family Helpline
1-866-3276-578 ( 1-866-FARM-KSU)
Kansas Statewide Crisis Hotline
1-888-363-2287
TDD 1-800-787-3224
Medicare
1-800-633-12273
Social Security
1-800-772-1213
Social Security Disability Determination
1-800-685-0122
3640 SW Topeka Blvd, Ste 200
Topeka
Wyandotte/Leavenworth Area Agency on Aging
Shawnee County Resources
Wyandotte County Infant/Toddler Service
913-287-8851
Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Speech Therapy, Social Work, Health Services, Translation, Visual/Hearing Loss for Children of Wyandotte County
UTILITY/WEATHERIZATION ASSISTANCE
BPU – Emergency Utility Assistance Information
City of Spring Hill -Utility Assistance
913-715-8960
Find Information on Saving Energy
The consumer protection agency, has important information that can save you money in every room of your home.
Heat Share
Heat Share is an utility assistance program administered through The Salvation Army with assistance available throughout Kansas.
Johnson County Outreach Services
Kansas Corporation Commission
Consumer Utility Helpline, resources for complaints over bills, places to go for utility assistance.
1-800-662-0027
Kansas Housing Resources Corporation
Weatherization Assistance Program 785-217-2048
At no charge to the client, income eligible families receive a comprehensive home assessment which includes repair or replacement of heating systems, insulation and caulking.
Kansas Lifeline Service Program ( Linkup America)1-800-288-2020
Reduced monthly phone bills
Kansas LIHEAP
1-800-432-0043
KCP&L Financial Assistance
1-888-471-5275
Low-Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP)
1-800-432-0043
One year of assistance
Midwest Energy Assistance – Share the Warmth
1-877-599-2769 x 401
Missouri LIHEAP
1-855-373-4636
Q Link Wireless
Free cell phone service to income eligible seniors. Free phone and airtime each month
State of Kansas Utility & Weatherization Related Assistance Programs
State-wide resource guide for organizations in your area offering financial assistance to help pay your utility bills or upgrade your home to be more energy efficient.
The Emergency Client Assistance Program
816-931-9942
Assists clients with rent, utility and medical payments, food, clothing and transportation for residents of Wyandotte County, KS and Jackson County, MO
Utility Assistance in Kansas City, Kansas
MISCELLANEOUS
Driver With Disabilities in Kansas
Grant Writing Assistance
This site provides free grant writing assistance for things such as assistive technology, exercise equipment therapy equipment, t, sports equipment, and many other items and services that you might need.
House Cleaning for Women with Cancer
This is a resource for finding volunteers who will help clean homes for people receiving cancer treatment.
Language Line
1-800-752-6096
3-way Interpreting services
Mom’s Meals
Moms’ Meals is a family-owned business out of Iowa that delivers fresh, homemade meals to elderly people in their homes, and works with numerous Area Agencies on Aging and providers across the United States as an approved home delivered meal provider (Medicaid waiver & Title III C-2) for the elderly & disabled.
Mosaic
Supported Living, Recreation, Work Services, Life Skills Training, Social Development opportunities for Douglas County, Johnson County, Shawnee County, Wyandotte County
Mother to Mother
Non-profit dedicated to enhancing the well-being of mothers and promoting positive parenting. Offers mentors, education about physical and emotional well being, group activities, classes and outings, referrals to other community services in Johnson County.
Next Avenue
Great Resource for Caregivers
Olathe Public Library – Homebound Services
Service for residents who are unable to travel to the library due to visual impairment, disability, lack of transportation or other considerations. Volunteers or staff deliver library materials to homebound customers on a monthly basis.
Senior Directory for Johnson County
The Senior Directory is a compact, comprehensive, one-stop resource for aging services in Johnson County.
