Community Events
Events from other organizations serving families with special needs in the Kansas City area. These are not hosted by Fearfully & Wonderfully Made, but we think you’ll find them valuable.
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BREATHE Respite Care
RecurringMarch 28, 2026 · 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas — Special Needs Ministry
Respite care service for parents/guardians of a child with special needs. Volunteers pair with participants for recreational activities. Registered nurse on staff. Meal provided.
Date: March 28, 2026
Time: 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location: Bishop Miege High School, 5041 Reinhardt Dr, Roeland Park, KS
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iCare Mass
Recurring2nd & 4th Saturday of each month · 6:00 PM
iCare Ministries (Overland Park, KS)
Adapted Mass for children and adults with developmental disabilities and their families. Features R.E.A.C.H. music and Children's liturgy. Hosted by Fr. Bill Bruning and the parish council of Queen of the Holy Rosary. Social follows each Mass. All are welcome!
Date: 2nd & 4th Saturday of each month
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: Queen of the Holy Rosary, 7023 W 71st St, Overland Park, KS 66204
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Spring Fling Dinner & Dance
April 11, 2026 · 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Ascension Parish (Overland Park)
Dinner & Dance for adults 18+ with special needs. Rosati's Italian dinner, music, dancing, games. Parents/caregivers welcome. Casual attire. $7 registration fee. RSVP by April 3rd.
Date: April 11, 2026
Time: 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Location: Ascension Parish Hall
iCare Religious Education
Recurring2nd Saturday of each month ·
iCare Ministries (Overland Park, KS)
Monthly religious education for all children and adults with diverse abilities and their families. Welcoming, adaptive activities in a Catholic setting. The program can also help prepare individuals to receive the Sacraments of First Reconciliation, First Communion, and Confirmation. All are welcome!
Date: 2nd Saturday of each month
Time:
Location: Queen of the Holy Rosary, 7023 W 71st St, Overland Park, KS 66204
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Ignite Special Needs Ministry
RecurringApril 19, 2026 · 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Prince of Peace Parish (Olathe)
Open to students in 7-12th grade with special needs. Contact Shannon Vandaveer at [email protected] for more information.
Date: April 19, 2026
Time: 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Location: Marian Room
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iCare Respite
RecurringMay 2, 2026 · 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
iCare Ministries (Overland Park, KS)
Respite program for caregivers and parents — a chance to take a break while your child enjoys a fun time with friends. Skilled volunteers and trained staff including nurses, a special education teacher, occupational therapists, a physical therapist, and speech therapists. First-timers are welcome to attend with their child. Upcoming 2026 dates: May 2 (Fiat Center), Aug 28 (Parish Hall), Nov 14 (Fiat Center).
Date: May 2, 2026
Time: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Location: Fiat Center
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Camp iCare
RecurringJune 10-12, 2026 ·
iCare Ministries (Overland Park, KS)
Catholic camp for persons with developmental disabilities. Outdoor activities including swimming and hiking, along with faith activities, prayer, and Catholic community building.
Date: June 10-12, 2026
Time:
Location: Rotary Camp, Lee's Summit, MO
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Camp Tekakwitha Special Needs Family Camp
RecurringJune 12-14, 2026 ·
Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas
Weekend family camp with trained staff available to help families with special needs campers. All families welcome! $180 per camper ages 2 and up. 2026 session is currently FULL with a waitlist available.
Date: June 12-14, 2026
Time:
Location: Camp Tekakwitha, 1124 California Rd, Williamsburg, KS 66095
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Kids TLC: Family Day & Resource Fair
July 25, 2026 · 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
KidsTLC (Olathe, KS)
Free, inclusive community event celebrating the opening of the new KidsTLC athletic field. Families can enjoy outdoor, sensory-friendly activities in a relaxed setting while connecting with trusted local organizations and resources that support children with autism. Come explore, play, learn, and connect!
Date: July 25, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: KidsTLC, 480 South Rogers Road, Olathe, KS 66062
Totus Tuus for Special Needs
RecurringJuly 27-31, 2026 · TBA
Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas — Special Needs Ministry
Totus Tuus ("Totally Yours") is a Marian devotional program designed to help young people grow in faith. Led by missionaries who spend their summer hosting these events throughout the archdiocese. This adapted program is for persons ages 6 to adult with intellectual/developmental disabilities. Daily Mass, rosary instruction, Ten Commandments, activities and crafts. Siblings welcome!
Date: July 27-31, 2026
Time: TBA
Location: TBA
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