Guidelines for Medication Administration in Kansas Schools - Many children and adolescents are able to attend school because of the effectiveness of their medication. The health circumstances requiring medication are diverse. Medication may be essential for continued functioning, either as a component of an elaborate treatment plan for the student with a complex disability or as the only treatment necessary for a student to maintain or regain control of his/her chronic illness. In rare instances medications may be necessary for life- threatening emergencies. For most students, the use of medication will be a convenient benefit to control acute minor or major illnesses, allowing a timely return to the classroom with minimal interference to the student and to others. A student may also symptomatically benefit from nonprescription (over-the counter, or OTC) medications, natural, or homeopathic remedies. (Requires Adobe Acrobat Reader )

Guidelines For Serving Students with Special Health Care Needs Part I - The Kansas Guidelines for Serving Students with Special Health Care Needs were developed to assist lawful custodians, teachers, administrators and health care professionals in developing appropriate Individualized Health Care Plans for students who have specialized health care needs which must be addressed during the school day. When appropriate, emergency or anticipated health crisis plans should be included in the Individualized Health Care Plan. The guidelines address the process for the development of Individualized Health Care Plans and the training of school personnel. The guidelines can be adapted for other settings including early childhood education settings and day care. Development of the guidelines represents the efforts of individuals from various agencies, organizations and disciplines. (Requires Adobe Acrobat Reader )

Guidelines for Serving Students with Special Health Care Needs. Part II: Specialized Nursing Procedures, - Part II of the manual outlines the specific nursing procedures for maintenance of the student in the school setting and is written to assist school systems in establishing a safe environment for students with significant health problems. (Requires Adobe Acrobat Reader )

Hays Area Children's Center - a private, nonprofit agency that has provided quality services for children since 1966.  Fully credentialed by the State of Kansas to assure high standards, HACC believes that "play" is a prerequisite to creative thinking and leads to discovery, reasoning and positive social relationships in children.

Heartstrings Community Foundation - assist adults with developmental disabilities to live meaningful, independent, productive lives through interactions within the community.

Heartspring - For more than 70 years, Heartspring has pioneered many breakthroughs for individuals with special needs. Today, Heartspring serves children with varying degrees of disabilities through Heartspring School and the Growing Place at Heartspring. The Heartspring Hearing Center serves children and adults with auditory deficiencies. At Heartspring School, in conjunction to the sending school district or agency, we design each student's educational program based on the child's strengths, weaknesses and needs. The program is delivered through an integrated team approach involving the residential school, psychology, therapy and medical staff. With the active participation of parents and sending school district or agency, an IEP is developed based on the students needs.

Hetlinger Developmental Services, Inc. - Hetlinger Developmental Services, Inc. is a provider of services to people with developmental disabilities. Formed by a group of concerned parents and volunteers in 1961, the agency has grown both in the number of persons served and types of services offered. As the Community Developmental Disability Organization (CDDO) for Lyon, Chase, Morris, and Wabaunsee Counties, the agency is in partnership with Community Supports and Services, a division of Health Care Policy, of the Kansas Department of Social and Rehabilitation Services to provide a locally managed system of developmental disabilities services throughout the state of Kansas.

High Plains Mental Health Center - The purpose of the Center shall be those enumerated in K.S.A. 19-4001, et. seq., and shall include, but not be limited to, outpatient diagnostic and treatment services, rehabilitation services to individuals returning to their community from inpatient facilities, consultation services to schools, courts, health and welfare agencies, both public and private, inservice training for students entering professional educational programs relating to mental health, public educational programs, information, and research, and such other purposes as shall qualify the Center for licensing and accreditation as a community mental health center under the laws and regulations of the State of Kansas.

Hoglund Brain Imaging Center - Conduct research, using state of the art magnetic resonance imaging and spectroscopy and magnetoencephalography, into understanding the structure and function of normal, injured, and diseased brain. With these tools we will study both animal and human brain metabolism, anatomy, hemodynamics, magnetophysiology, and electrophysiology

Homework and the Student with Special Health Care Needs - Homework…. that is certainly a word that conjures up a lot of feeling in most people! Maybe we remember doing homework when we were in school, or think of the battles we have had with our own children about doing homework.

Inclusive Network of Kansas - The Inclusive Network of Kansas is a collaborative of professionals and agencies interested in improving the skills of professionals to meet the learning needs of students who qualify for special education. It provides high quality professional development and access to a free peer-based technical assistance network.  

Independence, Inc. (Lawrence Independent Living Resource Center) - Empowering people with disabilities to control their own lives and to advocate for integrated & accessible communities.

Independent Living Center of Northeast Kansas - providing services within the State of Kansas.  Funding for programs and services comes through grants from the Kansas Department of Social and Rehabilitation Services Division of Community Supports and Services, and also the Kansas Department of Rehabilitation Services.

Independence Farms, Inc., School of Therapeutic Riding - Offering therapeutic riding to children who are mentally, physically or socially challenged in a caring, fun and safe environment in Washington, KS.

Individualizing the Curriculum for Gifted Learners -Goals for students who are gifted or may be gifted should provide opportunities to master the knowledge and skills of the general curriculum. In addition, areas of giftedness should be developed and extended in a conducive learning environment.  This includes having differentiated learning alternatives that emphasize and expand thinking abilities, expand independent learning skills, expand understanding and acceptance of others, and assists students in solving real-life problems, developing products, and sharing information with others.

InterHab - a resource network which serves its members through support, technical assistance and advocacy and, through its members, provides leadership at the local, state, and national level to support people with disabilities.

Iroquois Center for Human Development - Iroquois Center for Human Development is a non- profit community mental health center. It has a catchment area of Clark, Comanche, Edwards, and Kiowa counties. Although the home office is located in Greensburg, branch offices are also located in Coldwater, Ashland, and Kinsley

Johnson County Families - JoCoFamily.Net is funded through a Juvenile Crime Prevention grant from the Tenth Judicial District of Johnson County, Kansas. It has been created by the Johnson County Library with support from the District Attorney’s Office and Juvenile Intake and Assessment Center. This information service provides 24-hour access to community resources and legal information for Johnson County families of at-risk youth.

Johnson County Developmental Supports - Johnson County Developmental Supports (JCDS) is the Community Developmental Disabilities Organization (CDDO). In its role as one of the State of Kansas' designated Community Developmental Disabilities Organization (CDDO), JCDS provides a single point of contact and entry for people seeking services throughout Johnson County, and maintains a county-wide service needs list for those waiting for certain services. In addition, JCDS works with affiliates who are agencies and individual service provider.

Johnson County Mental Health Center - Johnson County Mental Health Center's mission is to improve the mental health and quality of life for Johnson County residents. Our staff accomplishes this by providing mental health services tailored to the needs of those we serve which are of the highest quality and easily accessible to all residents.

Kansas Advisory Group on Juvenile Justice & Delinquency Prevention The purpose of the Juvenile Corrections Advisory Board (JCAB) is to assist in the oversight of community planning for juvenile offenders. Each judicial district has a 16-member Board that meets monthly and makes recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners regarding the ongoing needs of juveniles in the community.

KAAAC - Visit the Kansas African American Affairs Comission's new Web site to find information and resources of interest to the African American community

Kansas Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Coordinator - To oversee and implement the State's compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Kansas Act Against Discrimination on behalf of the State of Kansas

Kansas Association of Centers for Independent Living - represents 12 Centers for Independent Living (CIL’s).  Centers provide services to people with disabilities of all ages.  Centers for Independent Living also provide assistance to businesses and all other entities in the community to assist them in offering services to people with disabilities.  We advocate at a state and national level for the rights of all people with disabilities to live in the communities of their choice.

Kansas Accessibility Modifications Program -  This program assists people with disabilities of low income pay for needed accessibility modifications in their homes. Eligible people with disabilities are those with incomes at or below 80% of medium income.

Kansas Association of Centers for Independent Living (KACIL) -  mission is to advocate for the independent living needs of disabled citizens of the state of Kansas, and to develop new resources and identify and provide access to existing resources which provide the services needed by disabled Kansans so that they may live independently in the situation and community of their choice.

Kansas Association for the Gifted, Talented, and Creative - The mission of the Kansas Association for the Gifted, Talented and Creative is to promote, support and meet the special needs of our talented, intellectually and creatively gifted youth.

Kansas Centers for Independent Living - represents 12 Centers for Independent Living (CIL’s).  Centers provide services to people with disabilities of all ages.  Centers for Independent Living also provide assistance to businesses and all other entities in the community to assist them in offering services to people with disabilities.  We advocate at a state and national level for the rights of all people with disabilities to live in the communities of their choice.

Kansas Client Assistance Program (CAP) - T Kansas CAP provides a number of resources to help you resolve problems with programs funded through Title 1 under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended. These programs include services provided through Kansas Rehabilitation Services, Independent Living Centers, Projects With Industries (PWI) Clients, Individuals served by other programs funded under the Rehabilitation Act, and the general public concerning disability issues.

Kansas Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing - The mission of the Kansas Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing is to advocate for and facilitate equal access to quality, coordinated and comprehensive services that enhance the quality of life for Kansans who are deaf and hard of hearing.

Kansas Community Developmental Disability Organizations - statewide list

Kansas Community Mental Health Centers - statewide list

Kansas Department of Health & Environment Bureau of Consumer Health Child Care Licensing & Registration Section - The purpose of the regulation of child care facilities is to reduce the risk of predictable harm to children while in out of home settings. Public regulation represents a basic level of protection for all children. Further, effective public regulation provides basic consumer protection.

Kansas Department of Social and Rehabilitation Services - To protect children and promote adult self-sufficiency.

Kansas Disability Services Tool - Kansas's "most comprehensive" disability resource tool ("Kansas disAbility Services" CD ROM business card) is now available online (by CPRF on its Website, www.cprf.org), placing information on services, resources and support at the fingertips of people with special needs. The web version features the following and more: Organizations (state and national) that help families locate funding for assistive technology. Internet connections to state and national organizations that may be able to assist with research, advocacy and general support information. A comprehensive glossary of terms and acronyms - voted the most popular feature.

Kansas Diversity Network -The Diversity Network is the result of state agencies' partnership efforts to share resources and develop initiatives that address a range of human resource issues. Visit their new Web site to learn more.

Kansas Education Resource Center - The Kansas Education Resource Center contains tools for teachers to use in aligning classroom instruction and assessment to Kansas’ academic standards.

Kansas Association for the Gifted, Talented, & Creative - KGTC is a nonprofit state wide organization  made up of parents, students and educators who are deeply concerned about the educational needs  of gifted, talented, and creative young people in Kansas.

Kansas Governor's Commission on Autism - The Governor's Commission on Autism advises and makes recommendations to the Office of the Governor in regard to matters related to autism, families with an autistic child, and service providers. The Commission consists of 15 members appointed by the Governor.

Kansas Guidelines for Implementation of Early Childhood Special Education Services - Early intervention provides the necessary services to enable young children who experience or are at risk for developmental delays to progress toward the maximum of their abilities. When these services are provided in a timely and appropriate manner, and in the context of the family, the need for further intervention can often be eliminated or reduced.

Kansas Guidelines for Determining State Assessment Accommodations for Students with Disabilities - (Requires Adobe Acrobat Reader )

KHLAAC - Visit Kansas Hispanic and Latino American Affairs Commission's new Web site to find information and resources of interest to the Hispanic and Latino American community.

Kansas Health Wave - How Will You Qualify If You Don't Apply? - For Information on low-cost or no-cost health insurance coverage

Kansas Human Rights Commission - The mission of the Kansas Human Rights Commission is to prevent and eliminate discrimination and assure equal opportunities in all employment relations, to eliminate and prevent discrimination, segregation or separation, and assure equal opportunities in all places of public accommodations and in housing.

Kansas Inservice Training System - KITS is a program of the Kansas University Center on Developmental Disabilities at Parsons and is supported through grants from the Kansas State Department of Education-Student Support Services, (Grant #21004) and the Kansas Department of Health and Environment-Infant/Toddler Services.

Kansas Juvenile Justice Authority - The Juvenile Justice Authority is a criminal justice agency, which first began operating in Kansas on July 1, 1997. This site links you to information about the agency, the facilities it operates, and its current initiatives

The Kansas Library Network Talking Books Service - Vision loss, blindness, physical impairments, and reading disabilities do not have to stop you, or a loved one, from enjoying their favorite books and magazines. Kansas Talking Book Service offers a variety of free programs to eligible Kansas citizens.

Kansas Sedation (Sleep-Conscious) Dentists - Kansas Directory of Sleep Dentists Managed Comfort Dentistry Sedation for Relaxed Dental Care Nitrous Oxide IV Oral Medications Dental Phobia Relief

Kansas School for the Deaf - Total Accessibility to Language and Educational Excellence in a Visual Environment

Kansas State Department of Education - The Kansas State Board of Education is charged with the general supervision of public education and other educational interests in the state. While clearly acknowledging the role and importance of local control, the State Board of Education has the responsibility to provide direction and leadership for the supervision of all state educational institutions under its jurisdiction.

Kansas State School for the Blind - The mission of the Kansas State School for the Blind (KSSB) is to empower students with the knowledge, attitudes, and skills to assume responsible roles in society and to lead fulfilling lives. KSSB will be the statewide leader in establishing partnerships with parents, school districts, and community resources to promote access to a high quality education for all Kansas students with visual impairments, regardless of where they attend school

Kansas Speech-Language-Hearing Association

Kansas State Department of Education - The Department promotes the mission of the Kansas State Board of Education through leadership and support for student learning in Kansas.

Kansas Special Education Forms

Kansas Student Support Services Process Handbook

Kansas TASH - TASH is an international association of people with disabilities, their family members, other advocates, and professionals fighting for a society in which inclusion of all people in all aspects of society is the norm

Kansas Talking Books Service - The Kansas Library Network Talking Books Service in cooperation with the Library of Congress, National Library Service, provides library services and materials to Kansans unable to use conventional print.

Kansas University Center On Developmental Disabilities At Parsons

Kansas Youth Leadership Forum for Students With Disabilities - The Kansas Youth Leadership Forum is a motivational five day forum in which a group of about 30-40 high school juniors and seniors, with various disabilities, come together to learn about leadership, advocacy, and goal setting. Delegates and volunteers from all over the state gather on a local university campus to experience this intensive, resourceful conference.

Keys for Networking Throughout Kansas there is awakened awareness of the struggles, challenges, and untapped possibilities for children and adolescents of all races, cultures, and classes who have education , mental health and behavior problems. Effective family driven advocacy ensure that children's services remain highly visible, state and local priorities. Individuals families, institutions, communities and the legislative body at all levels work collaboratively and creatively to promote success for each child.

KS DISABILITY

Kansas Child Care Licensing Laws

KUMED- Behavioral Pediatrics- Our program is designed to foster mental and physical health by using an interdisciplinary approach to the treatment of problems of childhood and adolescence. Using principles of behavior and the precepts of child development, we work with children and their families to improve family relations, help families cope with life stressors, and manipulate environmental factors to influence well being for children and their families.

Lakemary Center - to see all those we serve achieve the lifestyle they desire, and also to remain a constant partner as individual needs evolve over time.  A complete spectrum of services for persons of all ages in both Paola and southern Johnson County. residential school and treatment program.

Lawrence/Douglas County Head Injury Support Group, With Humor - The local Head Injury Support Group was started in 1987 by volunteers, family members and head injury survivors who shared a common need for emotional and moral support unique to the problems of brain injury. Currently they still provide support, information and education monthly in an informal setting.

Lawrence Independent Living Resource Center - Empowering people with disabilities to control their own lives and to advocate for integrated & accessible communities

Learning Disabilities Association of Kansas - LDAK is a nonprofit, volunteer organization whose purpose is to advance the education and general well-being of children and adults with learning disabilities.

Life Span Institute Media Services

LINK, Inc. (Living Independently in Northwest Kansas) - LINK, Inc., is an independent living program for individuals who have physical, mental or emotional disabilities. LINK, Inc. services are available throughout a 21 county area in Northwest Kansas

Manhattan Public Library - Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped - This free library service is available for those who are unable to read or use standard printed materials as a result of temporary or permanent visual or physical impairments. Braille and recorded books, magazines, and playback equipment are loaned without charge to eligible patrons.

Mental Health Association of South Central Kansas - The mission of the Mental Health Association is to promote mental health, prevent mental disorders, and achieve victory over mental illness through advocacy, education, research and service.

Mental Health Center for East Central Kansas - The mission of the Mental Health Center is to provide a comprehensive range of affordable professional mental health and substance abuse services that are responsive to the priority needs of the citizens of the seven county catchment area. Prevention, evaluation, treatment, and emergency services will be provided in the least restrictive manner possible by a staff who have a broad spectrum of expertise

Mental Retardation Research Center At Parsons - The Parsons Research Center is home base to a number of projects, most of which are funded by the Mental Retardation Branch of NICHD. These include studies of: reading; the effects of reinforcement variables on self injurious and destructive behaviors; the effects of drugs on aberrant behaviors, adaptive behaviors, and cognitive skills; movement related brain potentials in individuals with Down syndrome; relational and symbolic learning; stimulus control and stimulus classes; treatment of sexual deviancy; and smoking cessation.

MOSAIC - Mosaic opens doors to extraordinary lives so that people with disabilities may experience God's gift of wholeness of life in all of the wonderful ways they choose for themselves.

Multi Community Diversified Services - A variety of services are offered people with disabilities to assure their participation in community life.

NAMI Kansas - When a serious brain disorder strikes you or someone close to you, you may feel very much alone. Obtaining access to services and support which can assist you through this difficult time can often be confusing and somewhat overwhelming. Once “in the system”, your feelings of isolation and confusion can persist. Often service providers don't take the necessary time to fully explain a serious brain disorder and how it effects your loved one and you, the care-giver. What is the diagnosis? What treatments and services are available? What is expected of you?

National Federation of the Blind of Kansas - National Federation of the Blind of Kansas mission is to change what it means to be blind. The National Federation of the Blind of Kansas is the Kansas state affiliate of the National Federation of the Blind, which is located in Baltimore, Maryland. The National Federation of the Blind of Kansas emphasis is the education of blind people. The National Federation of the Blind of Kansas highly promotes the use of Braille and offers scholarships, as well as hold an annual Braille reading contest.

The Neurological Disabilities Support Project  - The project supports students with neurologic disabilities by providing services to educators and parents of children with neurologic disabilities.  For example, Kansas teachers and parents of students with Autism, Acquired or Traumatic Brain Injury (ABI/TBI), Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (AD/HD) or other neurologic disabilities can call the Neurologic Disabilities Support Project.

Northwest Kansas Educational Service Center - comprised of 19 unified school districts. NKESC serves a student base of more than 8,000 students and 900 teachers. The Service Center employs over 200 certified and non-certified staff. The geographic area of NKESC encompasses 12 counties covering 11,300 square miles.

Northwest Kansas Transitional Council - interagency collaboration to assist families with young adults in transition from school to adult life. Website for use by students, families, and school personnel in the transition process from school to adult life. Websites may be accessed by clicking on the underlined link. Email addresses which are underlined will bring up a preaddressed memo form so you may email the person concerned

Nursing Notes - The school nurse is a key player in ensuring a successful school experience for a student with a chronic illness. The nurse is the “glue” that connects the student, family, school and hospital. She is integral in creating a smooth transition from hospital to school, alleviating the fears of parents and the student with a chronic illness, addressing concerns of peers, siblings, teachers and other parents, and being a support to all of these stakeholders. It is obvious, therefore, that the role of the nurse is significant and should not be underestimated.

Occupational Center of Central Kansas, Inc. (OCCK) - OCCK is a not-for-profit Kansas corporation dedicated to helping people with physical or mental disabilities remove barriers to employment, independent living, and full participation in their communities. 

Olathe Club of the Deaf - Olathe Club of the Deaf is a club that opens to everyone (Deaf, HH, and Hearing). OCD have a clubhouse where people gathers to meet, talk, and attend club's events. OCD have monthly newsletter which are mail to OCD's members. Interested in being a member, contact Anthony Golden, Due Collector. The clubhouse is located at 221 South Chestnut in Olathe, KS

Partners in Policymaking

Prairie View, Inc. - Prairie View's mission is to foster healing and growth in individuals and communities by providing behavioral and mental health services with compassion, competence and stewardship in the spirit of Christ.

Premier Therapy Services - is dedicated to helping individuals maximize their communicative potential through family-directed therapy and a team approach. We provide speech-language therapy within the natural environment to address the unique communicative needs of the individual, concerns of the family, and to assist the individual in becoming involved in the community.

Programs for Children/Youth who are  Deaf/Hard of Hearing - The mission of the Kansas Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing is to advocate for and facilitate equal access to quality, coordinated and comprehensive services that enhance the quality of life for Kansans who are deaf and hard of hearing.

Programs for Infants and Toddlers with Disabilities: Kansas Department of Health and Environment - Infant-Toddler Services (ITS) is a comprehensive, statewide system of community-based, family-centered early intervention services for young children, ages 0-3, with disabilities and their families. The services are provided through the implementation of Part C of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).

Project Stay - Project STAY is a multi-disciplinary team that consists of behavior analysts, a licensed clinical social worker, a certified regular and special education teacher, a data collector, and a former director of special education.

Rainbows United - Rainbows United, Inc. is a proven statewide leader in early childhood development and early intervention. Since 1972, Rainbows United has worked to improve the developmental outcomes of children of all abilities by providing a wide variety of individualized programs dedicated to the children and families of our community. This doesn’t just make Rainbows United a special place for children; it makes Rainbows a dynamic place to work and a valuable asset for our community.