Community Resources

A curated collection of local and national resources for families of children with special needs in the Kansas City area.

Therapy & Clinical Services

Children's Mercy Kansas City

Comprehensive developmental and behavioral health services.

(816) 234-3000

KU Center for Child Health & Development

Evaluation, therapy, and research for children with developmental needs.

Heartland ABA

Applied Behavior Analysis therapy for children on the autism spectrum.

Education & Advocacy

Families Together Inc.

Kansas parent training and information center for special education advocacy.

(888) 815-6364

Kansas Department of Education - Special Education

State resources, dispute resolution, and parent guides for IDEA compliance.

EMBRACE

Funding special education and inclusion staffing in Catholic schools in the KC area.

Respite & Family Support

ARCH National Respite Network

Find respite care providers and funding in your area.

Johnson County Developmental Supports

County services including case management, day services, and residential support.

(913) 826-2626

Financial & Legal

Kansas ABLE Savings Plan

Tax-advantaged savings for individuals with disabilities.

Kansas Legal Services

Free legal help for disability rights and benefits issues.

Faith & Community

National Catholic Partnership on Disability

Resources for parish inclusion and sacramental preparation.

Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas - Disability Ministry

Local diocesan resources for families and parishes.

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