Who do I call first for disability services in Johnson 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 Johnson County.

Is help available in Spanish in Johnson County?

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

What should I do in a disability-related crisis in Johnson 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 Johnson County, Kansas

A free, plain-language guide to disability services in Johnson 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 Johnson 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 Johnson County

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

Project SEARCH — AdventHealth Shawnee Mission (Shawnee Mission). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
Project SEARCH — Johnson County Kansas Government (Olathe). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
Project SEARCH — Sheraton Overland Park Hotel at the Convention Center (Overland Park). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
The Arc of Kansas. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Awakenings KC (913-381-8555, Overland Park)
Cornerstones of Care (913-826-3150, Overland Park)
Jewish Family Services (913-327-8250, Leawood)
Johnson County Mental Health Center (913-826-4200, Mission)
Health Partnership Clinic Administration (913-730-3661, Olathe)
Health Partnership Clinic Marketing and Development (913-730-3661, Olathe)
Health Partnership Clinic Olathe Suite 207 (913-648-2266, Olathe)
Health Partnership Clinic, Inc. (913-648-2266, Olathe)
Horizon Academy (ROELAND PARK)
Kansas School For The Deaf Endowment Association (OLATHE)
Matthew 19 14 (OVERLAND PARK)
School for Deaf Elementary (Olathe)
A Balance, Inc. (913-397-0160, OLATHE). In-home support
A Friend In Need Home Care, Llc (913-221-9248, OLATHE). In-home support
A Step Above, Llc (913-522-7523, STILWELL). Case management / support coordination
Aba Implementers, Inc. (913-593-3274, OVERLAND PARK). Residential care (I/DD)
Adventhealth Home Health And Hospice (913-676-2163, SHAWNEE MISSION)
Ahc Home Health Of Kansas City Dba Advanced Home Health Care (913-890-8448, OVERLAND PARK)
Aquinas Home Health (913-299-7100, SHAWNEE)
Aquinas/Carondelet Home Health (913-529-4800, SHAWNEE)

Statewide programs serving Johnson County

These serve every county in Kansas, including Johnson 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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