Who do I call first for disability services in Franklin County, Kansas?

Start with early intervention (children under 3), your school district's special education office (ages 3–21), and Kansas vocational rehabilitation for employment. This guide points to the right front door for Franklin County.

Is help available in Spanish in Franklin County?

Yes. This Franklin County guide includes Spanish-language support, and most Kansas agencies provide interpretation on request.

What should I do in a disability-related crisis in Franklin County?

For an immediate emergency call 911. For mental health crisis support call or text 988 (the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline), available 24/7. This page also lists local crisis resources where available.

Disability Services in Franklin County, Kansas

A free, plain-language guide to disability services in Franklin County, Kansas. Find who to call first for early intervention, special education, Medicaid waivers, transition planning, employment supports, and crisis help, with Spanish-language support. Always call to confirm details, which can change.

Services covered in Franklin County

Early intervention (under 3) and special education / IEPs (ages 3–21)
Medicaid waivers and home- and community-based services
Vocational rehabilitation and supported employment
Transition planning, guardianship, and benefits
Crisis support: 911 for emergencies, 988 for mental health crisis

Local organizations in Franklin County

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Franklin County. Details change, so always call to confirm before you visit.

The Arc of Kansas. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Elizabeth Layton Center — Outpatient/CBS Services (785-242-3780, Ottawa)
Health Partnership Clinic, Inc. (913-648-2266, Ottawa)
Cof Training Services, Inc (785-242-5035, OTTAWA). Day program / habilitation
East Central Kansas Area Agency On Aging (785-242-7200, OTTAWA). Case management / support coordination
Elizabeth Layton Center, Inc. (785-242-3780, OTTAWA). Behavioral health agency
Empowered Edge Resources Llc (785-214-8279, OTTAWA). Residential care (I/DD)
Cof Independent Living Inc (OTTAWA)
Midwest Athletic Association Of The Deaf (OTTAWA)
Apollo Services Inc. (785-496-9826, OTTAWA). Medical equipment & supplies
Auburn Pharmacy Inc (785-242-2055, OTTAWA). Medical equipment & supplies
Frank Eye Center, P.A. (785-242-4242, OTTAWA). Medical equipment & supplies
Jacob B Goldstein Dpm Llc (913-856-8150, OTTAWA). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Franklin County

These serve every county in Kansas, including Franklin County.

Kansas University Center on Disabilities. University center on disabilities (UCEDD)
Disability Rights Center of Kansas (877-776-1541). Protection & Advocacy: free disability rights legal help
Kansas Council on Developmental Disabilities ((785) 296-2608). State Council on Developmental Disabilities
Assistive Technology for Kansans ((785) 393-8370). State assistive technology program: device loans, demos & reuse
Families Together ((316) 945-7747). Parent center: free special-education help for families

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