Resource Directory forJackson, Jeffersonand Shawnee Counties by G.R. Laughlin

Issue Number 40 January 2013

Resource Directory for Jackson, Jefferson and Shawnee Counties

Community Resources Council, Inc. 501 SE Jefferson, Suite 30 â&#x20AC;˘ Topeka, Kansas 66607-1173 785-233-1365, Fax: 785-233-1905 Website: www.crcnet.org E-mail: crcoa@crcnet.org

Community Resources Council would like to thank the City of Topeka, Shawnee County, and our Members for their support! This program is funded in part through the use of funds provided by the City of Topeka and Shawnee County. Community Resources Council Mission Statement: To connect services in the community through collaboration, advocacy, research and education. Community Resources Council Vision: CRC is a catalyst to promote community action. The Community Resources Directory is a publication of Community Resources Council Inc. (CRC) CRC extends its appreciation to the agencies that respond to our requests for updated information. All listings are Non-Profit Agencies unless otherwise noted. (FP) The Community Resource Directory is available to print at www.crcnet.org. Click on Publications, open the pdf Resource Directory file. CRC makes every effort to provide accurate listings in the Community Resources Directory, however, we are unable to guarantee the accuracy of all listings. Some community information changes frequently and is not listed in the Community Resources Directory. If you have a question about the services the phone numbers provided will get you to the right agency. If you find errors or have suggestions regarding the directory, contact our office, 785-233-1365 or e-mail: crcoa@crcnet.org

Table of Contents List of Agencies and Programs .......................... 4 Problem Service Index. .................................... 7 General & Adult Services .................................. 19 Youth & Family Services ................................... 75 Senior Citizen Services .................................... 98 Mental Health & Substance Abuse Services ........ 118 Medical, Dental & Public Health Services ............ 130 Miscellaneous Community Resources ................. 141 Neighborhood & Homeowner Associations ......... 146 Food, Clothing, & Hot Meals ............................ 151 Support Groups .............................................. 155 Jackson County Resource Directory ................... 160 Jefferson County Resource Directory ................. 168 Veteranâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Resource Directory ............................ 176

List of Agencies & Programs 4-H Youth Development ..............................76 A Place For Mom ....................................... 99 AARP Kansas ............................................ 20 Adaptive Recreation & Inclusion Services . 20 Adult Education Center .............................. 21 Adult Protective Services ........................... 21 Al-Anon / Alateen Family Groups ............... 119 Alcoholics Anonymous ............................... 119 Alzheimer’s Association ............................. 22 American Cancer Society, Inc. .................. 22 American Chronic Pain Association ........... 23 American Diabetes Association ................. 23 American Heart Association ....................... 24 American Lung Association........................ 24 American Lung Association Serving Kansas .. 25 American Red Cross .................................. 25 Antioch Family Life Center ......................... 26 Antioch Family Life Center Children’s Program 76 Arthritis Foundation Kansas Area Office .... 26 Audio-Reader Network ............................... 131 Behavioral Health Services ........................ 120 Better Business Bureau of NE Kansas ...... 27 Big Brothers Big Sisters ............................. 77 Birthright of Topeka, Inc. ............................ 27 Boy Scouts of America ............................... 77 Boys & Girls Club of Topeka ...................... 78 Breakthrough House, Inc. ......................... 120 Brewster at Home ..................................... 28 Brewster Place ........................................... 100 Brewster Rehab Center ................... 28 & 100 Brookside Mental Health Services ............. 121 Capper Foundation (see Easter Seals) Caring Pregnancy Options, Inc. ................. 29 CASA of Shawnee County, Inc. ................. 78 Catholic Charities of NE Kansas, Inc. ........ 29 Center for Community Support & Research..... 30 Children’s Advocacy Resource Center ...... 79 Christians for Life, Inc. ............................... 79 City of Topeka Housing & Neighborhood Development .............................................. 30 City of Topeka Planning Department ......... 31 Comfort Keepers ........................................ 101 Communicable Diseases ........................... 131 Community Action, Inc. .............................. 31 Community Action - Head Start.................. 80 Community Advocates for Social Enrichment, Inc. (CASE) ................................................ 81 Community Health Center ......................... 132 Community Resources Council, Inc. .......... 33

Cornerstone of Topeka, Inc. ...................... 33 Critter Care ................................................ 34 Custom Computer Training ....................... 34 Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance .. 121 Disability Rights Center of Kansas, Inc. .... 35 District Attorney 3rd Judicial District .......... 35 Doorstep, Inc. ............................................ 36 East Topeka Senior Center ....................... 101 Easter Seals Capper Foundation .............. 36 Easter Seals Capper Foundation Youth .... 81 Educational Opportunities Unlimited ......... 122 El Centro of Topeka .................................. 37 Elderly Services ........................................ 102 Environmental Health Services ................. 37 ERC Resource & Referral ......................... 38 Expanded Food and Nutrition Education ... 82 Expecting Success-Job Success Program 38 Families Together, Inc. .............................. 82 Family Service and Guidance Center ........ 83 Florence Crittenton Services ..................... 83 Foster Grandparents Program .................. 102 Friendly Visitors & Ring-a-Day .................. 103 Friends of Recovery .................................. 122 Futures for Tomorrow, LLC ....................... 39 Gatekeepers, SCHA .................................. 61 Girl Scouts................................................. 84 GO Topeka/Entrepreneurial & Minority Business.................................................... 40 Goodwill Industries .................................... 40 Greater Topeka Chamber of Commerce ... 41 Grief and Loss Services, Midland Care ..... 41 Habitat for Humanity, Inc. .......................... 42 Harvesters-Community Food Network ...... 42 Health Connections ................................... 132 Health Department, Local.......................... 133 HealthAccess ............................................ 133 HealthWise 55 ........................................... 103 Heartland Clinical Consultants .................. 123 Heartland Hospice ..................................... 134 Heartland Visioning ................................... 43 Heavenly Vision Foundation...................... 84 Helping Hands Humane Society ............... 43 Home Care Assistance SCHA ................... 104 Home Health Services, Midland Care ....... 104 Hospice Services, Midland Care ............... 134 Housing and Credit Counseling, Inc. ......... 44 I Care, Inc.................................................. 45 IBSA .......................................................... 45 Immunizations, SCHA ............................... 135

Jayhawk Area Agency on Aging, Inc. ......... 105 Jody Koerner, LSCSW ............................... 123 Junior Achievement ................................... 85 Junior League of Topeka, Inc..................... 46 Kansas Advocates for Better Care, Inc. ..... 106 Kansas Association for the Medically Underserved .............................................. 135 Kansas Children’s Service League ............ 85 Kansas Dept. for Aging and Disability Services ................................................................... 106 Kansas Dept. for Children and Families ..... 46 Kansas Department of Revenue ................ 47 Kansas Family Partnership ........................ 124 Kansas Human Rights Commission........... 47 Kansas Juvenile Correctional Complex ..... 86 Kansas Legal Services .............................. 48 Kansas Legal Services Employment Training Division ...................................................... 48 Kansas National Guard, Substance Abuse Program ..................................................... 124 Kansas Neurological Institute..................... 49 Kansas State Fire Marshal Office Y-FIRE .. 87 Kansas Statewide Transgender Education Project (K-STEP) ....................................... 49 Kansas Traffic Safety Resource Office ...... 50 KETCH Employment Services ................... 50 Keys for Networking, Inc. ........................... 87 K-State Research & Extension Shawnee County ....................................................... 51 KVC Behavioral Health Care, Inc. .............. 88 La Colonia Apartments, Inc. ....................... 107 League of Women Voters .......................... 51 Let There Be Light Ministries ..................... 52 Let’s Help, Inc. ........................................... 52 Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, The ........ 53 LifeHouse Child Advocacy Center ............. 88 Lifeline ....................................................... 107 Lift Service ................................................. 108 Long-Term Care Ombudsman ................... 108 LULAC Senior Center, Inc.......................... 109 Magic Meals Home Delivery ...................... 54 Marian Clinic & Marian Clinic Dental .......... 136 Meals on Wheels ....................................... 109 Midland Care.............................................. 54 Midland Care Adult Day Health Services ... 110 Midland Care PACE Services .................... 136 Midland Care Palliative Care Services ....... 137 Midland Care Residential Center ............... 55 Midland Care Thrive at Home Services ..... 137 Mirror, Inc. Residential Reentry Center ...... 125 Mosaic ....................................................... 125 Mothers Against Drunk Driving .................. 55

Muscular Dystrophy Association ............... 56 National Multiple Sclerosis Society ........... 56 Neat Feet In-Home Nail Care .................... 110 New Beginnings Health Care .................... 126 New Dawn Wellness & Recovery Center .. 126 Older Kansan Employment Program ......... 111 Papan’s Landing Senior Center ................ 111 Parents as Teachers ................................. 89 Pathway Family Services, PRTF ............... 89 PFLAG ...................................................... 57 Positive Connections ................................. 57 Presbyterian Manor of Topeka .................. 112 Prestige Home Care of Kansas ................. 112 Prevention & Recovery Services, Inc. ....... 127 Prevention & Recovery Services (Youth) .. 90 PRN Home Health and Hospice ................ 113 Project Attention ........................................ 90 Red Carpet Library Services ..................... 113 Resource Center for Independent Living, Inc. . 58 Right to Life of Kansas, Inc. ...................... 58 Ronald McDonald House .......................... 91 Rossville Senior Citizen Center ................. 114 RSVP of Shawnee & Douglas Counties .... 114 Safe Streets .............................................. 59 Safe Visit Program .................................... 91 Salvation Army, The .................................. 59 Senior Adult Program ................................ 115 Senior Health Insurance Counseling for Kansas (SHICK) ........................................ 115 Shawnee County CDDO ........................... 60 Shawnee County Conservation District ..... 60 Shawnee County Emergency Management ... 61 Shawnee County Medical Society, Inc. ..... 61 Shawnee County Parks and Recreation.... 62 Sheldon Child Development -Head Start ........ 92 Sheltered Living, Inc. ................................. 62 SHICK (see K-State Research & Extension) Silver Lake Senior Citizen Center ............. 116 Sims-Kemper Clinical Counseling ............. 127 Social Security Administration ................... 63 St. Francis Health Center .......................... 138 Stepping Stones ........................................ 128 Stormont-Vail HealthCare, Inc. .................. 138 Stormont-Vail SANE/SART ....................... 63 Successful Connection (see United Way) Sunflower Alcohol Safety .......................... 128 TARC ........................................................ 64 TARC Children’s Services ......................... 92 Tax Assistance - Free ....................... 64 & 116 TDC Learning Centers, Inc........................ 93 Topeka City of Character .......................... 65 Topeka Civic Theatre & Academy ............. 65

Topeka Common Ground Project .............. 66 Topeka Housing Authority .......................... 66 Topeka Independent Living Resource Center Inc. ..............................................................................67 Topeka Jayhawk Legal Services for Seniors ....117 Topeka Literacy Council............................. .67 Topeka Moving Ahead Program (T-MAP) .. 68 Topeka North Outreach, Inc. ...................... 68 Topeka Police Department......................... 69 Topeka Rescue Mission ............................. 69 Topeka Shawnee County Public Library .... 70 Topeka Workforce Center .......................... 70 Topeka Youth Project, Inc. ......................... 93 United Cerebral Palsy of Kansas ............... 71 United Way of Greater Topeka .................. 71 United Way Successful Connections ......... 94 University of KS Educational Opportunity..........72 USD 501, Clothing Bank ............................ 95 Valeo Behavioral Health Care .................... 129 Valeo Community Residence Program, Inc. .... 129 ValueOptions of Kansas, Inc. ..................... 130 Veterans Affairs of Eastern Kansas ........... 139 Villages, Inc, The ....................................... 95 VIP 501 Club .............................................. 117 Washburn Law Clinic ................................. 72 West Side Baptist Church-Baby Closet ...... 96 Women, Infants and Children WIC............. 140 YMCA of Topeka ........................................ 73 YMCA Youth Sports Program .................... 96 YWCA ........................................................ 73 YWCA Center for Safety & Empowerment . 74 YWCA Youth Programs ............................. 97

Below is a handy guide for many acronyms: CDBG - Community Development Block Grant CDDO - Community Developmental Disability Organization CRC - Community Resources Council CSFP - Commodity Supplemental Food Program DD - Developmental Disability EA - Emergency Assistance EAP - Employee Assistance Program EES - Economic and Employment Service EFNEP - Expanded Food & Nutrition Education Program EPA - Environmental Protection Agency ESG - Emergency Shelter Grant ESL - English as a Second Language FE - Frail Elderly FHAP - Fair Housing Assistance Program GED - General Education Diploma HCBS - Home and Community Based Services HUD - Department of Housing and Urban Development JAAA - Jayhawk Area Agency on Aging KRS - Kansas Rehabilitation Services LIEAP - Low Income Energy Assistance Program MFI - Median Family Income MR - Mental Retardation PARS - Prevention and Recovery Services SAPTR - Substance Abuse Prevention, Treatment & Recovery SSI - Social Security Income SSDI - Social Security Disability Income TAF - Temporary Assistance to Families TDD - Telecommunication Device for the Deaf TEFAP - Temporary Emergency Food Assistance Program TTY - Teletypewriter VOCA - Victims of Crime Act

Problem Service Index

Problem Service Index Abuse & Neglect Adults Adult Protective Services ..........................21 KS Dept for Children and Families .............46 Children Family Service and Guidance Center ..........83 Kansas Children's Service League ..............85 LifeHouse Child Advocacy Center ..............88 KS Dept. for Children and Families ............46 Villages, The ............................................95 Elderly AARP.......................................................20 Adult Protective Services ..........................21 Long Term Care Ombudsman ...................108 Sexual Stormont Vail SANE/SART.........................63 YWCA Center for Safety & Empowerment ..74 Kansas Crisis Hotline……………1-888-363-2287 Treatment for Perpetrators Breakthrough House ................................120 Heartland Clinical Consultants ...................123 Women YWCA Center for Safety & Empowerment ..74 Addictions (See Substance Abuse) Gambling New Dawn Wellness & Recovery Center ....126 Adoption Services Kansas Children's Service League ..............85 Catholic Charities .....................................29 Aging Services Adult Day Care / Respite Midland Programs ....................................110 Case Management Jayhawk Area Agency on Aging ................105 KS Dept. for Aging and Disabilities ........... 106 Disabilities Jayhawk Area Agency on Aging ................105 Emergency Assistance Elderly Services........................................102 Emergency Telephone Response Lifeline, Stormont Vail ..............................107

Employment & Volunteering Foster Grandparents Program ...................102 Friendly Visitors .......................................103 Older Kansans Employment Program .........111 Financial Management Community Action ....................................31 Home Delivered Meals Meals on Wheels ......................................109 Magic Meals .............................................54 Home Health & Homemaker Services Brewster at Home .............................. 28 & 99 Comfort Keepers ......................................101 Elderly Services........................................102 Health Department...................................133 Heartland Hospice ....................................134 Home Care Assistance ..............................104 Midland Care ...........................................54 PRN Home Health & Hospice ....................113 Housing (See also Nursing Homes) A Place for Mom ......................................99 Topeka Housing Authority ........................66 Housing and Credit Counseling, Inc. ..........44 Information & Referral AARP.......................................................20 Alzheimer’s Association.............................22 Elderly Services........................................102 HealthWise 55 .........................................103 Jayhawk Area Agency on Aging ................105 Kansas Advocates for Better Care .............106 KS Dept for Aging and Disability Services ..106 Legal Topeka Jayhawk Legal Services for Seniors 117 Liquid Nutrition Elderly Services........................................102 Mental Health Valeo Behavioral Health Care ....................129 PACE Program Midland Care PACE Services......................136 Prescription Assistance Doorstep .................................................36 Elderly Services........................................102 Catholic Charities .....................................29 Recreation HealthWise 55 .........................................103 Senior Adult Program ...............................115

Shawnee County Parks & Recreation .........62 Topeka Civic Theatre & Academy ..............65 LULAC Senior Center ................................109 Topeka North Outreach ............................68 VIP 501 CLUB ..........................................117 YMCA .....................................................73 YWCA......................................................73 Social Security and Medicare Social Security Administration ...................63 K-State Research and Extension................51 Substance Abuse Valeo Behavioral Health Care ....................129 Telephone Reassurance Catholic Charities .....................................29 Friendly Visitors & Ring-a-Day...................103 LULAC Senior Center ................................109 Transportation Breakthrough House ................................120 Catholic Charities .....................................29 East Topeka Senior Center .......................101 Friendly Visitors .......................................103 Lift Service ..............................................108 LULAC Senior Center ................................109 Papan's Landing Senior Center ..................111 Silver Lake Senior Citizen Center ...............116 Visits/Companionship Friendly Visitors .......................................103 Agriculture K-State Research & Extension Office .........51 Shawnee County Conservation District ......60 Shawnee County Parks and Recreation ......62 Topeka Common Ground Project...............66 AIDS/HIV Education/Services American Red Cross .................................25 Positive Connections ................................57 Testing Health Department, SCHA ........................133 Positive Connections ................................57 Alcoholism (See Substance Abuse) Animal Animal Control Topeka Police Department ........................69 Shelter and Adoption

Helping Hands Humane Society ................43 Spaying Neutering Assistance Critter Care ..............................................34 Blind and Visually Impaired Materials Audio-Reader Network .............................131 Red Carpet Library Services ......................113 Resource Center for Independent Living ....58 Topeka Independent Living Resource Center ...67 Topeka-Shawnee County Public Library .....70 Services KS Department for Children and Families ...46 Cancer (See Medical: Specific Diseases) Chemical Dependency (See Substance Abuse) Child Care Licensing Environmental Health Services ..................37 Health Department...................................133 Facilities Community Action - Head Start .................80 Easter Seals Capper Foundation ................81 Salvation Army ........................................59 TDC Learning Centers ..............................93 YWCA Youth Programs .............................97 Referral ERC Resource & Referral ..........................38 Child Support Enforcement KS Dept for Children and Families .............46 Children (0-12 years) see also Youth Advocacy Children’s Advocacy Resource Center ........79 Keys for Networking .................................87 LifeHouse Child Advocacy Center ..............88 Case Management Kansas Children’s Service League ..............88 United Way Successful Connections ..........94 Early Childhood Community Action - Head Start .................80 Family Service and Guidance Center ..........83 Kansas Children’s Service League ..............85 Let’s Help ................................................52

Parents as Teachers .................................89 Health Department...................................133 TARC Children’s Services ..........................92 YWCA Youth Programs .............................97 Foster Care Catholic Charities ....................................29 Children’s Advocacy Resource Center ........79 Kansas Children’s Service League ..............85 KVC Behavioral HealthCare, Inc ................88 General Family Concerns Kansas Children’s Service League ..............85 KVC Behavioral HealthCare, Inc ................88 Prevention & Recovery Youth Program ......90 Project Attention ......................................90 Health and Wellness Women, Infants & Children (WIC) .............140 Health Department...................................133 In Court System CASA of Shawnee County .........................78 Kansas Juvenile Correctional Complex .......86 Reading Skills Big Brothers Big Sisters...............................77 Junior League of Topeka.............................46 Special Needs Easter Seals Capper Foundation ................36 Visitation with Parents Safe Visit Program ...................................91 Clothing (See Emergency Assistance) Commodity Distribution Community Action.......................................31 Doorstep....................................................36 Elderly Services.........................................102 Harvesters - Community Food Network.........42 Conservation K-State Research & Extension Office .........51 Shawnee County Conservation District ......60 Consumer Protection Better Business Bureau ............................27 Housing and Credit Counseling .................44 Counseling (See also Mental Health) Adult / Individual Sims-Kemper Clinical Consultants ..............127 Stepping Stones .......................................128 Children

Family Service & Guidance Center .............83 KVC Behavioral HealthCare, Inc. ...............88 Employee Assistance Programs Heartland Clinical Consultants ...................123 New Dawn Wellness & Recovery Center ....126 Prevention and Recovery ..........................127 Family Brookside Mental Health Services ..............121 Catholic Charities of NE Kansas .................29 Educational Opportunities Unlimited ..........122 Family Service & Guidance Center .............83 Heartland Clinical Consultants ...................123 Kansas Family Partnership ........................124 Kansas Children’s Service League ..............85 KVC Behavioral Health ..............................88 Prevention & Recovery .............................127 Grief and Loss Heartland Clinical Consultants ...................123 Grief & Loss Services, Midland Care ..........41 Parenting Brookside Mental Health and Family ..........121 Catholic Charities .....................................29 KVC Behavioral HealthCare, Inc. ...............88 Psychiatric Heartland Clinical Consultants ...................123 New Beginnings Health Care .....................126 Stormont-Vail HealthCare .........................138 Valeo Behavioral Health Care ....................129 Support Group American Chronic Pain Association ............23 Caring Pregnancy Options ........................29 Center for Community Support & Research 30 Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance ....121 Credit Problems (See Financial Management) Crime Prevention Safe Streets .............................................59 Crime Victims (See Victims) Deaf and Hearing Impaired Red Carpet Library Services ......................113 Topeka Shawnee County Public Library .....70 Demographics (See Planning) Dental Services

Marian Dental Clinic .................................136 Disabled Adults Easter Seals Capper Foundation ................36 Shawnee County CDDO ............................60 Assistive Technology Easter Seals Capper Foundation ................36 United Cerebral Palsy of Kansas ................71 Blind and Visually Impaired (See Blind and Visually Impaired) Children Catholic Charities of NE Kansas .................29 Easter Seals Capper Foundation ................36 Families Together, Inc ..............................82 TARC .....................................................64 Employment (See Employment) Disabled Housing Topeka Housing Authority ........................66 Independent Living & Personal Management Resource Center for Independent Living ....58 Topeka Ind. Living Resource Center. .........67 Mental Health (See Mental Health) MR/DD Catholic Charities of NE Kansas .................29 Kansas Neurological Institute ....................49 Sheltered Living .......................................62 TARC.......................................................64 Recreation Adaptive Recreation & Inclusion Services...20 Rights of Disabled Disability Rights Center of Kansas .............35 Kansas Human Rights Commission ............47 Resource Center for Independent Living ....58 Topeka Ind. Living Resource Center ..........67 Transportation Lift Service...............................................108 TARC Children’s Services ..........................92 Disaster Services American Red Cross .................................25 The Salvation Army ..................................59 Training Health Department...................................133 SNCO Emergency Management .................61 Discrimination

Kansas Human Rights Commission ............47 PFLAG .....................................................57 Domestic Violence (See Abuse & Neglect) Drivers License Driver’s License Exam Station, 3907 SW Burlingame Rd, Topeka, KS, Tue - Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 5:45 p.m., 266-7380 Drug Abuse (See Substance Abuse) Drunk Driving Mothers Against Drunk Driving..................55 Sunflower Alcohol Safety Action Project .....128 Eating Disorders Family Service and Guidance Center ..........83 Education Career Counseling Let’s Help ...............................................52 Topeka Workforce Center ........................70 University of KS Educational Opportunity Center .....................................................72 Finance Housing and Credit Counseling .................44 K-State Research & Extension Office .........51 GED Adult Education Center .............................21 Antioch Family Life Center ........................26 Let's Help ...............................................52 Topeka Workforce Center .........................70 University of KS Educational Opportunity Center .....................................................72 Housing Cornerstone of Topeka .............................33 Job Training Adult Education Center .............................21 Customer Computer Training ....................34 KS Legal Services Employment Training ....48 Let's Help ................................................52 Topeka Youth Project ...............................93 University of KS Educational Opportunity Center .....................................................72 Literacy

Letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Help ................................................52 Topeka Literacy Council ............................67 Nutrition 4-H Youth Development ...........................76 Expanded Food & Nutrition Education .......82 HealthWise 55 .........................................103 Health Department...................................133 Emergency Assistance Food, clothing, rent, utilities, & transportation- upon availability. Catholic Charities .....................................29 Community Action ....................................31 Doorstep .................................................36 Let's Help ................................................52 The Salvation Army ..................................29 Topeka North Outreach ............................68 Clothing (only) Antioch Family Life Center ........................26 Topeka Rescue Mission ............................69 Food Assistance (only) I Care, Inc ...............................................45 Home Repair COT Housing & Neighborhood Develop. ....30 Mentally Ill Breakthrough House ................................120 Prescriptions Catholic Charities .....................................29 Topeka North Outreach ............................68 Emergency Telephone Response Lifeline ....................................................107 Employment Disabled Persons KETCH Employment Services ....................50 TARC.......................................................64 Discrimination Kansas Human Rights Commission ............47 Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Heartland Clinical Consultants ...................123 Referral Futures for Tomorrow ..............................39 IBSA .......................................................45 Training Expecting Success-Job Success Program ...38 Topeka Workforce Center .........................70 Work Program KS Dept. for Children & Families ...............46

Youth KS Legal Services Employment Training ....48 Topeka Youth Project ...............................93 English as a Second Language (ESL) Adult Education Center .............................21 Community Action ....................................31 El Centro .................................................37 Topeka Literacy Council ............................67 LULAC Senior Center ................................109 Environmental Services Environmental Health Services ..................37 K-State Research & Extension ...................51 Shawnee County Conservation District ......60 Exercise (See also Recreation) Arthritis Foundation..................................26 HealthWise 55 .........................................103 Rossville Senior Center .............................114 Senior Adult Program ...............................115 YMCA Youth Sports Programs ...................96 Family (See Parenting) Financial Management Education Housing and Credit Counseling .................44 K-State Research & Extension ...................51 Payee Programs Community Action ....................................31 Fire Safety Kansas State Fire Marshal .........................87 Safe Streets .............................................59 Food Assistance (See Commodity Distribution; Emergency Assistance) Food Stamps KS Dept for Children and Families .............46 Food Supplements Women, Infants and Children (WIC) .........140 Foster Care General Kansas Children's Service League ..............85 KVC Behavioral HealthCare .......................88

MR/DD Catholic Charities of NE Kansas .................29 Gay/Lesbian PFLAG .....................................................57 Positive Connections ................................57 GED (See Education) Government Adaptive Recreation & Inclusion Services...20 KS Dept for Aging & Disability ...................106 KS Dept for Children and Families .............46 KS Department of Revenue.......................47 Kansas State Fire Marshal .........................87 K-State Research & Extension ...................51 Shawnee County Conservation District ......60 Shawnee County Emergency Mgmt ...........61 Social Security Administration ...................63 District Attorney, 3rd Judicial District .........35 Topeka Police Department ........................69

YWCA Center for Safety & Empowerment ..74 Programs / Resources Topeka Moving Ahead Program (T-MAP) ...68 Hospice Heartland Hospice ....................................134 Hospice Services, Midland Care .................134 PRN Home Health and Hospice .................113 Hospitals St. Francis Health Center ..........................138 Stormont-Vail HealthCare .........................138 Veterans Affairs of Eastern Kansas ............139

Home Health Brewster at Home ....................................28 Comfort Keepers ......................................101 Home Health Services, Midland Care .........104 PRN Home Health and Hospice .................113

Housing Complaints Kansas Human Rights Commission ............47 Discrimination Kansas Human Rights Commission ............47 Education Cornerstone of Topeka .............................33 Housing and Credit Counseling, Inc ...........44 Housing Programs COT Housing & Neighborhood Dev. ...........30 Cornerstone of Topeka .............................33 Housing and Credit Counseling .................44 Topeka Housing Authority ........................66 Emergency Repair COT Housing & Neighborhood Dev ............30 Landlord/Tenant Issues Housing and Credit Counseling .................44 Safe Streets .............................................59 Low Income or Working Families ERC Resource & Referral ..........................38 Habitat for Humanity ................................42 Housing and Credit Counseling .................44 Topeka Housing Authority ........................66 Transitional Housing Cornerstone of Topeka .............................33

Homeless Resources Children The Villages .............................................95 Education Community Action ....................................31 KS Legal Service Employment Training ......48 Emergency Housing Cornerstone of Topeka (Families)..............33 Topeka Rescue Mission ............................69

Information & Referral Disabled Persons Resource Center for Independent Living ....58 Topeka Ind. Living Resource Center ..........67 United Cerebral Palsy of Kansas ................71 General Assistance Center for Comm Support and Research ....30 Community Action ....................................31 Community Resources Council ..................33

Grief/Bereavement Services Heartland Hospice ....................................134 Grief & Loss Services, Midland Care ..........41 Head Start Community Action Head Start Program......80 Sheldon CDC- Head Start..........................92 Health (See Medical) Health Insurance (See Medical)

El Centro of Topeka .................................37 ERC Resource and Referral .......................38 Gatekeepers ...........................................61 Greater Topeka Chamber of Commerce .....41 Housing and Credit Counseling .................44 Midland Care ...........................................54 Parents as Teachers .................................89 Shawnee County CDDO ............................60 Shawnee County Medical Society ..............61 Successful Connections ............................94 Topeka Shawnee County Public Library .....70 Inspections Environmental Health Services ..................37 Interpreter Services Washburn International Information......................................670-1051 Jobs (See Employment) Juveniles (See Youth) Learning Disorders Family Service and Guidance Center ..........83 TARC. ....................................................64 Legal Services Kansas Legal Services ..............................48 Washburn Law Clinic ................................72 YWCA Center for Safety and Empowerment ............ 74 Library Services Bookmobile/Materials Red Carpet Library Services ......................113 Topeka-Shawnee County Public Library .....70 Licenses / Permits Adult Day Care KS Dept. for Aging and Disabilities ............106 Child Care Licensing Environmental Health Services ..................37 Long Term Care (See Nursing Homes) Meals Let's Help ................................................52 Let There Be Light Ministries.....................52 Meals on Wheels ......................................109

The Salvation Army ..................................59 Topeka Rescue Mission ............................69 Medical Doctor Referrals Health Connections ..................................132 Education and Information 4-H Youth Development ...........................76 American Diabetes Association ..................23 American Heart Association ......................24 American Lung Association .......................24 American Lung Association Serving Kansas 25 American Red Cross .................................25 Arthritis Foundation..................................26 Communicable Diseases ...........................131 Environmental Health Services ..................37 Health Connections, Ask-A-Nurse ..............132 Project Attention ......................................90 Health Department...................................133 Emergency Telephone Response Lifeline ....................................................107 Equipment Loan Elderly Services........................................102 Hospitals St. Francis Health Center ..........................138 Stormont-Vail HealthCare .........................138 Veterans Affairs of Eastern Kansas ............139 Immunizations Immunizations .........................................135 PACE Program Midland Care PACE Services......................136 Physicians' Resources Shawnee County Medical Society ..............61 Prescription HealthAccess ...........................................133 Screenings HealthWise 55 .........................................103 Health Department...................................133 Services for Low Income Marian Clinic ............................................136 Health Department...................................133 KS Assoc. for the Medically Underserved ...135 Specific Diseases Alzheimer's Association of Topeka .............22 American Cancer Society ..........................22 American Diabetes Association ..................23 American Heart Association ......................24 American Lung Association .......................24 American Lung Association Serving Kansas 25

Arthritis Foundation..................................26 The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society ..........53 Muscular Dystrophy Association ................56 National Multiple Sclerosis Society .............56 United Cerebral Palsy of Kansas ................71 Therapy Brewster Rehab Center…………………..28 & 100 Home Health Services, Midland .................104 PRN Home Health and Hospice .................113 TARC Children’s Services ..........................92 Wellness Doorstep .................................................36 East Topeka Senior Center .......................101 HealthWise 55 .........................................103 Health Department...................................133 Medicare Social Security Administration ...................63 Meeting Rooms Antioch Family Life Center ........................26 St. Francis Health Center ..........................138 Topeka-Shawnee County Public Library .....70 YWCA......................................................73 Mental Health (See also Counseling) Adults Behavioral Health Services ........................120 Breakthrough House, Inc ..........................120 Valeo Behavioral Health Care............... .....129 Health Department...................................133 Assessment Stormont Vail SANE/SART.........................138 Valeo Behavioral Health Care ....................129 Case Management Breakthrough House, Inc ..........................120 Valeo Behavioral Health Care ....................129 Children and Families Breakthrough House, Inc ..........................120 Family Service & Guidance Center .............83 KS Children’s Service League ....................85 KVC Behavioral HealthCare, Inc. ...............88 Health Dept…………………………… ...............133 Companionship for SPMI Breakthrough House, Inc ..........................120 Neighborhood Issues COT Housing & Neighborhood Dev ............30 Topeka Police Department ........................69 Nursing Homes

Homes Brewster Place .........................................100 Complaints Long Term Care Ombudsman ...................108 Consumer Information Kansas Advocates for Better Care .............106 Nutrition Education (See Education) Parenting Case Management Catholic Charities of NE Kansas .................29 Education Easter Seals Capper Foundation ................36 Catholic Charities of NE Kansas .................29 Community Action Head Start ...................80 Families Together ....................................82 Kansas Children's Service League ..............85 Keys for Networking .................................87 K-State Research & Extension ...................51 KVC Behavioral HealthCare, Inc. ...............88 Parents As Teachers .................................89 Project Attention ......................................90 YWCA......................................................73 Fathers Catholic Charities of NE Kansas .................29 Mediation Kansas Children's Service League ..............85 Safe Visit .................................................91 Single Parents Big Brothers Big Sisters ............................77 Teen Parents Catholic Charities of NE Kansas .................29 Florence Crittenton Services ....................83 YWCA......................................................73 Planning City of Topeka Planning Department .........31 Community Resources Council Inc.............33 Greater Topeka Chamber of Commerce .....41 SNCO Emergency Management .................61 United Way of Greater Topeka ..................71 Pregnancy Abortion Alternatives Birthright of Topeka, Inc ..........................27 Caring Pregnancy Options ........................29 Right to Life .............................................58

Counseling Catholic Charities ....................................29 New & Expectant Mothers Expecting Success-Job Success Program ...38 Health Department...................................133 Successful Connections ............................94 Prevention YWCA......................................................73 Teen Pregnancy Florence Crittenton Services ....................83 Health Dept .............................................133 Rape Victims Stormont-Vail SANE/SART ........................63 YWCA Center for Safety and Empowerment ...............................................................74 Recreation (See also Exercise) Adaptive Recreation & Inclusion Services...20 LULAC Senior Center ................................109 Senior Adult Program ...............................115 Shawnee County Parks & Recreation .........62 Topeka Civic Theatre & Academy ..............65 Topeka Common Ground Project...............66 YMCA ......................................................73 YMCA Youth Sports Programs ...................96 YWCA......................................................73 YMCA Youth Program ...............................97 Renters' Resources ERC Resource & Referral ..........................38 Housing and Credit Counseling .................44 School Districts Auburn-Washburn USD 437...............862-0419 Kaw Valley USD 321..........................437-2254 Seaman USD 345..............................575-8600 Shawnee Heights USD 450................379-5800 Silver Lake USD 372..........................582-4026 Topeka Public Schools USD 501.........575-6100 Senior Centers East Topeka Senior Center .......................101 LULAC Senior Center ................................109 Papan's Landing Senior Center ..................111 Rossville Senior Citizen Center ..................114 Silver Lake Senior Center ..........................116 Senior Citizens

(See Aging Services) Sexually Transmitted Diseases Screenings Health Department...................................133 Small Business Greater Topeka Chamber of Commerce .....41 GO Topeka/Entrepreneurial & Minority Business ...............................................................40 Heartland Visioning ..................................43 IBSA .......................................................45 Social Security Social Security Administration ...................63 Spanish-Speaking (See ESL) Substance Abuse Adults Educational Opportunities Unlimited ..........122 Friends of Recovery .................................122 Heartland Clinical Consultants ...................123 Mirror Inc. Residential Reentry Center .......125 New Beginnings Health Care .....................126 New Dawn Wellness & Recovery Center ....126 Prevention and Recovery Services .............127 Sims-Kemper Clinical Counseling ...............127 Successful Connections ............................94 Sunflower Alcohol Safety ..........................128 Valeo Behavioral Health Care ....................129 Assessment Prevention and Recovery Services .............127 Stepping Stones .......................................128 Detoxification Services Stepping Stones .......................................128 Valeo Behavioral Health Care ....................129 Prevention Alcoholics Anonymous ..............................119 KS National Guard Prevention Program ......124 Educational Opportunities Unlimited LLC....122 Prevention and Recovery Services .............127 Sunflower Alcohol Safety ..........................128 Youth Florence Crittenton Services ....................83 Kansas Juvenile Correctional Complex .......86 New Dawn Wellness & Recovery Center ....126 Prevention and Recovery Services .............127 Sims-Kemper Clinical Counseling ...............127

Sunflower Alcohol Safety ..........................128 Topeka Youth Project ...............................93 Valeo Behavioral Health Care ....................129 Support Groups Alcoholics Anonymous ..............................119 Al-Anon/Alateen Family Groups .................119 Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Association of Topeka .............22 American Chronic Pain Association ............23 American Diabetes Association ..................23 American Heart Association ......................24 American Lung Association .......................24 Arthritis Foundation..................................26 Caring Pregnancy Options ........................29 Community Support and Research ............30 Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance ....121 Family Service and Guidance Center ..........83 Friends of Recovery .................................122 The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society .......53 Maternal and Child Health ........................133 Older Kansans Employment Program .........111 Stepping Stones .......................................128 Positive Connections ................................57 Tax Assistance Community Action ....................................31 Elderly Services.........................................102 Kansas Department of Revenue ................47 K-State Research & Extension ...................51 Teens (See Youth) Tornado Safety SNCO Emergency Management .................61 Transportation Services LIFT Service ............................................108 Topeka Metro (Bus System)........785-783-7000 See Disabled: Transportation See Aging Services: Transportation Utility Assistance (See Emergency Assistance) Veterans' Services American Red Cross .................................25 Veterans Affairs of Eastern Kansas ............139 Victims' Services

Adult Protective Services ..........................21 Mothers Against Drunk Driving..................55 LifeHouse Child Advocacy Center ..............88 Topeka Police Department ........................69 YWCA Center for Safety & Empowerment ..74 Visitation Rights Safe Visit Program ...................................91 Volunteer Organizations 4-H Youth Development ...........................76 Antioch Family Life Center ........................26 Foster Grandparents Program ...................102 Friendly Visitors .......................................103 Habitat for Humanity ................................42 Junior Achievement ..................................85 Big Brothers Big Sisters ............................77 Meals on Wheels ......................................109 National Multiple Sclerosis Society .............56 RSVP of Shawnee & Douglas County .........114 Topeka Civic Theatre and Academy ...........65 Topeka Common Ground Project...............66 YMCA Youth Program ...............................97 YWCA......................................................73 Weatherization Community Action ....................................31 Youth (13-17 years) (see also Children) Activities 4-H Youth Development ...........................76 Boy Scouts of America ..............................77 Boys and Girls Club of Topeka ..................78 Heavenly Visions Foundation ....................84 Girl Scouts ...............................................84 Topeka Youth Project ...............................93 YWCA......................................................73 Before and After School Boys and Girls Club of Topeka ..................78 Big Brothers Big Sisters ............................77 YMCA ......................................................73 YWCA Youth Programs .............................97 Education Junior Achievement ..................................85 Kansas State Fire Marshal .........................87 Topeka Youth Project ...............................93 University of Kansas Educational Opportunity ...............................................................72 YWCA Youth Programs .............................97

General Family Concerns Kansas Children’s Service League ..............85 KVC Behavioral HealthCare, Inc. ...............88 Grief & Loss Services ................................41 Prevention & Recovery Youth Program ......90 Project Attention ......................................90 United Way Successful Connections ..........94 Leadership Skills Boy Scouts of America ..............................77 Prevention and Recovery Services .............90 Topeka Youth Project ...............................93 Mentoring Big Brothers Big Sisters ............................77 Catholic Charities of NE Kansas .................29 Foster Grandparents Program ...................102 IBSA .......................................................45 Prevention of Drugs and Alcohol Al-Anon/Alateen Family Groups .................119 Antioch Family Life Center ........................26 Kansas Family Partnership ........................124 Kansas Children’s Service League ..............85 Prevention and Recovery Services .............90 Sunflower Alcohol Safety ..........................128 Topeka Youth Project ...............................93 Recreation Adaptive Recreation and Inclusion Services ....... 20 Community Action ....................................31 Shawnee County Parks and Recreation ......62 Topeka Civic Theatre and Academy ...........65 YMCA Youth Program ...............................96 School Resources Community Action ....................................31 Project Attention ......................................90 Topeka North Outreach ............................68 Summer Programs 4-H Youth Development ...........................76 Arthritis Foundation..................................26 Boy Scouts of America ..............................77 Boys and Girls Club of Topeka ..................78 Girls Scouts ............................................84 SNCO Parks and Recreation ......................62 TDC Learning Centers ..............................93 Topeka North Outreach ............................68 YMCA ......................................................73 YWCA......................................................73 Troubled Teens Florence Crittenton Services ....................83 Kansas Children's Service League ..............85 Kansas Juvenile Correctional Complex .......86

Prevention and Recovery Youth Program ...90 Tutoring Antioch Family Life Center ........................26 Boys and Girls Club of Topeka ..................78 YWCA......................................................73 Volunteering Boys and Girls Club of Topeka ..................78

General & Adult Services

AARP Kansas 555 S. Kansas Avenue, Suite 201 Topeka, KS 66603 Toll Free 1-866-448-3619 Fax: 785-232-8259 Website: www.aarp.org/ks Email: ksaarp@aarp.org Maren Turner, State Director Mission Statement: AARP is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for all as we age, leading positive social change and delivering value to members through information, advocacy and service. Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday. AARP Kansas focuses on the following principal areas of concern to our members:  Health & supportive services.  Economic security and work.  Livable Communities.  Advocacy, information and community service. Services: • AARP Tax-Aide: Trained volunteers provide tax counseling assistance from January through April • AARP Driver Safety Program: Volunteer instructors offer driver education classes aimed at improving the skills of mature drivers. • Community Service: Volunteers work on issues that are important to Kansans as they age through a statewide volunteer network and through local AARP chapters. • Grassroots Advocacy: Staff and volunteers educate AARP members and the public about important economic, health and livable community issues and inform lawmakers and electoral candidates about AARP’s positions on key policy issues. • School Retirees Association: The Kansas Association of Retired School Personnel (KARSP) is affiliated with the National Retired Teachers Association, a division of AARP. Both promote the economic, social and professional status of retired school personnel and participating programs and services of AARP. Eligibility: AARP takes an intergenerational approach to activities and programs. How to Apply: For information on any of these programs or to become an AARP volunteer, please call the Kansas State Office at 1-866-448-3619. Fees: Membership is $16.00 annually and includes subscriptions to AARP, The Magazine and AARP Bulletin. Funding: AARP is a non-profit organization supported by a variety of revenue streams.

Adaptive Recreation & Inclusion Services

Division of Shawnee County Parks and Recreation 4330 SW Conservatory Drive, Gage Park Topeka, KS 66606 785-368-0989 Website: http://www.snco.us/parksandrec/ Email: amanda.bridges@snco.us Amanda Bridges, Recreation Supervisor Mission Statement: Our mission is to provide people with differing abilities the opportunity to participate in quality recreation programs and services in the settings of their choice. Recreational opportunities develop greater independence and enhance the overall quality of life for all of our participants. Hours: Flexible to meet program needs. Services: ARIS is dedicated to developing recreation and leisure programs specifically designed for people with disabilities as well as helping other departments to adapt their programming to meet the needs of people with varying abilities. Adult and youth programming categories include: Adapted Sports, Lifetime Leisure, Social, Healthy Lifestyles, and Outdoor Recreation. Summer Day Camps – Civitan Day Camp is designed for youth who have a developmental delay which requires adapted instruction. Camp Pals is designed for adults who have a developmental delay which requires adapted instruction. Eligibility: 8 years of age to senior adults. Essential eligibility requirements vary by program. How to Apply: Call 785-368-0989. Fees: Certain programs require class registration fees. Fee assistance is available. Funding: Taxes, fees, and charges.

Adult Education Center Located at Washburn Institute of Technology 5724 SW Huntoon Street, Bldg D Topeka, KS 66604 785-235-7690 or 785-235-7692 Fax: 785-235-7698 Email: pwilliam@topeka.k12.ks.us Patti Williamson, Coordinator Mission Statement: To improve the education level of adults so they may enjoy greater access to information, and to further education and employment opportunities. Hours: listed outside the center every Monday. Services: • Math, writing and reading instruction. • GED preparation and testing. • English as a second language. Eligibility: • Persons 16 years of age who need help with basic reading, writing, or math skills, and who qualify for admission through the CASAS pre-testing. • Persons for whom English is a second or foreign language. • Persons who have not completed high school and wish to obtain high school equivalency through the GED exam. How to Apply: Call or stop by the Adult Education Center for orientation and class schedules for all sites. Outreach sites for additional class times are: Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, Basic Literacy Class, and East Topeka United Methodist Church, ESL Class. Fees: $25 fee for official practice test. $68 for GED test. Funding: Federal and State funds Topeka Public Schools.

Adult Protective Services Topeka Service Center 500 SW Van Buren Street Topeka, KS 66603-3335 785-296-3133 Fax: 785-296-8655 24-Hour Toll Free Hotline 1- 800-922-5330 Kristine Smith, Supervisor, Topeka Office Mission Statement: To provide intervention activities directed towards safeguarding the well-being and general welfare of adults in need of protection. Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday – Friday. Services: • Initiate a personal visit with the adult within 24 hours to five working days depending on the risk of imminent danger to the individual. • When appropriate, contact collateral sources (relatives, neighbors, service providers, etc.). • With consent of the adult, interview the alleged perpetrator if one has been named. • Discuss with the adult, guardian, conservator and/or caretaker what actions are needed and develop service plans or corrective action plans with recommendations to prevent further harm. • Assist in locating services which are necessary to maintain physical or mental health such as legal services, medical care, appropriate living arrangements, assistance in personal hygiene, food, clothing, adequately heated and ventilated shelter, protection from maltreatment and transportation. • Provide advocacy to assure protection of personal rights. • After due process, enter the names of confirmed perpetrators of abuse, neglect and exploitation on a central registry that is available to community service providers, mental health centers, independent living agencies and home health agencies doing background checks for employment purposes. Eligibility: Adults at risk are persons 18 years of age or older who are unable to protect their own interests and who are harmed or threatened with harm through action or inaction by themselves or others. Typically, this includes the elderly, physically disabled, mentally ill and developmentally disabled individuals. How to Apply: Call 785-296-3133, or Toll Free 1-800922-5330. Fees: None. Funding: State General Fund.

Alzheimer’s Association Heart of America Chapter 4125 SW Gage Center Drive, #LL-15 Topeka, KS 66604 785-271-1844 Toll Free 1-800-272-3900 Fax: 785-271-1804 Website: www.alz.org/kansascity Email: Cindy.Miller@alz.org Cindy Miller, Outreach Coordinator Mission Statement: To provide education and leadership to enhance care and support services for those affected by Alzheimer’s disease and other dementia while supporting efforts to eliminate the disease. Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday. Services: • Monthly support group meetings for care givers. • Information and referral. • Educational programs including speaker’s bureau, workshops, seminars and quarterly newsletters. • Advocates for public policy issues affecting Alzheimer’s disease patients. • Keeps up to date on current research news from the National Alzheimer’s Association. • Book and video library. • Safe Return Program. • Office and home visits. Eligibility: Available to all. How to Apply: Call 785-271-1844 for information. Fees: None. Funding: Private contributions, fund raisers, grants and the annual Memory Walk.

American Cancer Society, Inc. 1315 SW Arrowhead Road Topeka, KS 66604-4020 785-273-4462 Fax: 785-273-1503 24-hour information/emergency number: Toll Free 1-800-227-2345 Website: www.cancer.org Email: stephanie.weiter@cancer.org Stephanie Weiter, Regional Vice President Mission Statement: The American Cancer Society is the nationwide voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem by preventing cancer, saving lives from cancer, and diminishing suffering from cancer through research, education, advocacy and service. Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday. Services: • Information and guidance for resources in the community to which families of cancer patients can turn for help. • Items to facilitate the care and increase the comfort of cancer patients in the home (wigs, breast prosthetics, etc.). • Support and Education Assistance: i.e., Reach to Recovery, for breast cancer patients. • Support Groups: Referral to all cancer support groups for patients and families. • Road To Recovery: Transportation for cancer patients to and from treatment appointments. • Look Good...Feel Better: A free program to help female cancer patients improve appearance and self image demonstrated by a certified cosmetologist. • Guest Room Housing: A program with participating lodging facilities to provide housing for patients while receiving outpatient treatment. • Camp Hope: A free camp for children ages 5-17 who have, or have had, cancer. • Man-to-Man: Education and support program for men diagnosed with prostate cancer. • Patient navigators to help patients deal with issues they may encounter such as insurance questions, transportation, and financial assistance. Eligibility: All cancer patients. Education programs to any group. How to Apply: Call Toll Free 1-800-ACS-2345. (1-800227-2345). Fees: None. Funding: Private donations, various continuing fund raising events throughout the year.

American Chronic Pain Association

American Diabetes Association

Kansas City/Topeka Area Office

1008 SW Frazier Avenue Topeka, KS 66604 785-235-2126 Gayle Steinbach Mission Statement: To provide positive constructive methods of dealing with pain.

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Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. the first Thursday of each month at Highland Park United Methodist Church, 29th and Michigan, Topeka, KS. Services:  Self-help mutual aid.  Positive and constructive methods of dealing with pain.  Help and hope to those living with chronic pain. Eligibility: Persons with pain that has lasted for six months or longer. How to Apply: Call 785-235-2126. Fees: None, donations are appreciated. Funding: N/A

6900 College Blvd, Ste 250 Overland Park, KS 66211 913-383-8210 Toll free: 1-888-342-2383 ext. 6841 Website: www.diabetes.org Email: pthedinger@diabetes.org Linda Crider, Executive Director Mission Statement: To prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes. Hours: 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Monday – Friday. Services:  The ADA funds research, publishes scientific findings.  Provides information and services to people with diabetes, their families, health care professionals and the public.  Advocates for scientific research and for the rights of people with diabetes.  We provide numerous educational programs. There are over 21 million people affected by diabetes in the United States, their friends and family.  Special events to fund research.  Family Resource Network.  Diabetes Interest groups.  Support major health fairs.  Diabetes camp for children with diabetes.  Wisdom Kits for children. Eligibility: Available to everyone. How to Apply: Call Toll Free 1-888-342-2383, ext. 6841. Fees: General membership costs $28/year. Funding: Donations, memberships and special events.

American Heart Association 5375 SW 7th Street, Suite 300 Topeka, KS 66606 785-272-7056 Fax: 785-272-2425 Website: www.heart.org

Mission Statement: Building healthier lives free of cardiovascular diseases and stroke. Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday. Services:  In addition to funding cardiovascular research, the AHA offers educational programs for the workplace, schools, healthcare sites and the community at large and other Cause Initiatives Programs such as Go Red for Women, Start!, and Alliance for a Healthier Generation. The AHA also sets standards and guidelines and coordinates certified training centers to CPR, including advanced cardiac life support.  To strengthen the chance of survival with early access to 911, CPR, defibrillation and advanced care  American Stroke Association is a division of the AHA, www.strokeassociation.org.  Professional and public education materials range from scientific statements for health professionals to brochures on diet and exercise to help individuals reduce their risk factors.  Search Your Heart/Conozca Su Corazo a hearthealth and stroke prevention program for AfricanAmerican and Hispanic/Latino communities. This teaches participants: Heart Attack and Stroke Warning Signs/Risk Factors, Nutrition, and Physical Activity. This program helps participants fit physical activity in their daily routine and provides nutrition tips and healthy, recipes to prevent or control high blood pressure, diabetes and over obesity.  Power to End Stroke is an education and awareness campaign that embraces and celebrates the culture, energy, creativity and lifestyles of African Americans. It unites African Americans to help make an impact on the high incidence of stroke within the community. Yolanda King was the first National Ambassador for the Power to End Stroke campaign and passed away from cardiovascular disease shortly after being honored by the AHA. Eligibility: Available to everyone. How to Apply: Call 785-272-7056. Fees: No membership fee. Funding: Donations, memorials, bequests, special gifts and special events.

American Lung Association PO Box 8630 Topeka, KS 66618 785-246-0377 Fax: 866-575-1761 Website: www.breathehealthy.org Email: bmarolf@breathehealthy.org

Sara Dreiling, Executive Director Beth Marolf, Health Promotions Coordinator American Lung Association of the Plains Gulf Region serving Alabama, Arkansas, Kansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, Oklahoma & Texas Mission Statement: We will breathe easier when the air in every American community is clean and healthy. We will breathe easier when people are free from the addictive grip of cigarettes and the debilitating effects of lung disease. We will breathe easier when the air in our public spaces and workplaces is clear of secondhand smoke. We will breathe easier when children no longer battle airborne poisons or fear an asthma attack. Until then, we are fighting for air. Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Monday – Friday. Services: Smoking cessation. Asthma education. Lung disease information and support. Eligibility: Available to everyone. How to Apply: Call 785-246-0377. Fees: Fees vary according to program. Funding: grants

American Lung Association

American Red Cross

Serving Kansas

Kansas Capital Area Chapter

2024 N. Woodlawn, Ste. 114 Wichita, KS 67208 316-558-3090 Toll Free 1-800-LUNG-USA Fax: 316-558-3094 Website: www.breathehealthy.org

1221 SW 17th Street Topeka, KS 66604 785-234-0568 Toll Free: 1-866-990-9910 Fax: 785-234-5758 Website: www.thinkred.org Email: Greg.Simms@redcross.org

Abby Brungardt, Development Director Mission Statement: To save lives by improving lung health and preventing lung disease. Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Monday – Friday. Services: • Health education, professional education, research, advocacy and community service. Educational materials for schools and community groups. Free Help Line to provide medical guidance to patients. • Contributions to both national and local research into lung disease. • Freedom from Smoking – smoking cessation clinics for the workplace and public. Freedom from Smoking – self-help smoking cessation booklets, also online at www.ffsonline.org. Eligibility: Residents of Kansas. How to Apply: Call Toll Free 1-800-LUNG-USA. Fees: Mostly free. Some program fees. Funding: From generous gifts of special events, individuals, corporations and foundations. We are a non-United Way agency.

Greg Simms, Regional CEO Suzanne Gillmore, Regional Emergency Services Director Debra Tucker, Regional Volunteer Coordinator JoAnn Long, Regional Development Director Meghan Spreer, Regional Communications Director Mission Statement: The American Red Cross prevents and alleviates human suffering in the face of emergencies by mobilizing the power of volunteers and the generosity of donors. Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday – Friday and emergency disaster assistance available 24 hours a day. Services: • Services for military and veterans’ families: Worldwide reporting and communication services, counseling, financial assistance for verified emergency needs, information about benefits and referrals to other sources if needed. Assistance is free of charge. • Disaster Services: Assistance to victims of natural and man-made disasters, working with local resources in helping meet the needs of the disaster victims. All Red Cross disaster assistance is free of charge and includes shelter, food and other emergency assistance. • Health and Safety Education: Programs include training in first aid, CPR, water safety, babysitting, sports safety, and the use of automated external defibrillators. Red Cross will provide custom training to meet special needs or safety requirements. Training is fee-based. Blood Services: Which fulfill the needs of the American people for the safest, most reliable and most cost-effective blood services through voluntary donations. Eligibility: Life saving and disaster response. Residents of the following counties - Shawnee, Jefferson, Jackson, Lyon, Osage, Coffey, Wabaunsee, Pottawatomie, Riley, Washington, Marshall, Chase, Geary, Morris, Clay & Nemaha, plus Fort Riley. How to Apply: Telephone, drop in hours 8:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m. - Monday - Friday or www.redcross.org.

Antioch Family Life Center 1921 SE Indiana Topeka, KS 66607 (785) 232-1937 Fax: (785) 232-2594 www.antiochfamilylifecenter.org Glenda DuBoise, Executive Director Mission Statement: To provide a facility within the community through which lives are enriched and enhanced by the implementation of human and social service programs, and whereby the socially and economically disadvantaged are empowered through education to become self-sufficient. Hours: Administrative Offices: 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., Monday - Friday. Evenings and Saturday’s available for some programs. Services: • Clothing and Food Bank, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Mondays, 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Thursdays. Childcare Services (Privately owned: Precious Blessings Childcare), 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., Monday - Friday, ages 2 weeks to 5 years. • Cardio & Strength Training Room, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m., Monday – Friday. Evening hours vary. Call for information. Zumba Classes, 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m., Monday, Thursday & Friday, 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m., Saturday (Private Instructor - dzumba@ymail.com). Physical Fitness Boot Camp & Step Classes, 5:45 p.m. – 6:45 p.m., Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and 9:15 a.m.– 10:15 a.m. Saturday (Private Instructor – mzbuffi@aol.com). Facility Rental. • Volunteer Opportunities. Eligibility: All services are available to individuals of any race, religion or nationality.

Arthritis Foundation Kansas Area Office: 1999 N Amidon Road, Suite 105 Wichita, KS 67203-2122 316-263-0116 Toll Free: 1-800-362-1108 Fax: 316-263-3260 Website: www.arthritis.org Email: info.ks@arthritis.org

Dennis Bender, Area Vice President In Topeka: 4125 SW Gage Center Dr., Suite 204 Topeka, KS 66614 785-272-8461 Email: pattyd@arthritis.org Patty Dick, Events Director Mission Statement: The mission of the Arthritis Foundation is to improve lives through leadership in the prevention, control and cure of arthritis and related diseases. Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Monday – Friday. Services: • Resource center for people with arthritis. Provide medical equipment for those who qualify financially. Provide disease brochures to individuals and physicians’ offices. Offer evidence-based exercise programs for people with arthritis. Support families whose child (children) have juvenile arthritis. Eligibility: People with arthritis or family members of people with arthritis. How to Apply: Call 785-272-8461.

How to Apply: Call for information.

Fees: None, except fees for self-help classes.

Fees: Call for information.

Funding: Donations, grants.

Funding: Contributions/donations.

Better Business Bureau of North East Kansas Inc. 345 North Riverview, Suite720 Wichita, KS 67203 Toll Free: 1-800-856-2417 Fax: 316-263-5616 Website: www.kansasplains.bbb.org Email: kansasplains.bbb.org Mac Carter, President Ken Easthouse, NE Kansas Representative Serving the State of Kansas except the Greater Kansas City MSA Mission Statement: to be the leader in advancing marketplace trust. Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday, Summer Hours (6/1- 7/31) 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday – Thursday, 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., Friday. Services: • Monitors advertising, mediates business/consumer complaints, and maintains a mediation and arbitration program to resolve consumer complaints. • Provides valuable pre-purchase reports and information on businesses and their offerings. • Publishes and disseminates pamphlets and books on a wide variety of consumer topics. • Reports on charitable organizations. Eligibility: Available to everyone. How to Apply: By telephone, Email, mail or personal visit.

Birthright of Topeka, Inc.

512 SW 7th Street P.O. Box 414 Topeka, KS 66601-0414 785-234-0701 Toll Free: 1-800-550-4900, 24-hour Birthright Hotline Lorraine Eggen, Director Mission Statement: To uphold, at all times, that every pregnant girl or woman has the right to whatever help she may need to carry her child to term. Hours: 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Services: • Pregnancy testing. Friendships assist woman to mobilize her own resources, clothing for mother and baby. • Help in making the appropriate use of the community resources available such as health, welfare, housing, education, counseling, prenatal classes and contact with adoption agencies when needed. Eligibility: Available to everyone. How to Apply: Call 785-234-0701, in person, or write to the above address. Fees: All Birthright services are free and confidential. Funding: Donations.

Fees: None for information. Funding: Accreditation fees from business firms.

Brewster at Home

Brewster Rehab Center

Eileen McGivern, Director

Scott Sewell, Director of Admissions

Mission Statement: Providing services people need, when they need them, in the place they call home.

Mission Statement: To provide the best rehabilitation and nursing care services to help patients make smooth and successful transitions from the hospital back to their homes.

1205 SW 29th Street Topeka, KS 66611 785-274-3303 Fax: 785-267-9355 Website: www.brewsterplace.org Email: EileenM@brewsterplace.org

Hours: Office 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Friday Many Brewster at Home services available 24/7. Services: One-call access to a network of care and support services by vetted providers including meal preparation and delivery, handyman services, companionship, lawn care and snow removal, Home Health services, and more. Wellness programs designed to meet member needs including exercise classes, access to fitness equipment, social and cultural events, and educational seminars. Access to most Brewster Place Retirement Community activities, dining facilities, and therapy treatment modalities. Discrete technology-based health monitoring services including a medication delivery system and a wireless safety monitoring system and automatic emergency response system. Transportation to Doctors appointments, grocery shopping, and to Brewster Place for activities, use of facilities, and outpatient therapy. Eligibility: Brewster at Home programs are designed for persons 55 years and older but there are no age restrictions on membership or use of services. How to Apply: Call 785-274-3303 or complete an online inquiry at www.brewsterplace.org. Fees: Membership fee required for access to all programs and services. Members receive substantial discounts on most services. Funding: Private pay. Transportation services are partially funded by a grant from the Kansas Department of Transportation.

1001 SW 29th Street Topeka, KS 66611 785-274-3336 Fax: 785-266-5782 Website: www.brewsterplace.org Email: scotts@brewsterplace.org

Hours: Admissions and inquiries, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Sunday, 24/7 inpatient services. Outpatient Therapy: Monday - Saturday by appointment. Services: Rehabilitation therapy and skilled nursing services allowing patients to gain strength and recover following a hospitalization. Physical, Occupational and Aqua Therapy, and Speech/Language Pathology, available on an inpatient or outpatient basis. Eligibility: Admission by physician orders based upon appropriate medical need. How to Apply: Contact Scott Sewell, Director of Admissions, 785-274-3336 or 785-215-3411. Fees: Fees are based upon services provided and insurance coverage. For specific information, please contact Scott Sewell. Funding: Medicare and private insurance for rehabilitation services. Brewster Rehab Center is a part of Brewster Place, a faith-based, not-for-profit organization.

Caring Pregnancy Options, Inc.

Catholic Charities of NE Kansas, Inc

2041 McAlister Street Topeka, KS 66604 785-272-3316 Fax: 785-272-2285

234 S. Kansas Ave Topeka, KS 66603 785-233-6300 Fax: 785-233-7234 Website: www.catholiccharitiesKS.org

Carrie Carlson, Director Mission Statement: A Christian ministry established for the purpose of reaching out with Jesus’ love to women in our community facing unplanned pregnancies. Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday – Thursday. Services: • Free pregnancy testing. • Assistance with baby and maternity clothes. • Adoption counseling. • After abortion care and support groups. Assistance with diapers, formula, and other baby items. Eligibility: Any women needing a pregnancy test or help during and after pregnancy. How to Apply: Need photo identification, birth certificates, social security number and proof of address. Fees: None. Funding: Nonprofit, non-denominational, non-political outreach supported by concerned evangelical Christians throughout the Topeka area.

Cathy Lyon, Regional Director of Program Operations Mission Statement: As a faith-based organization, we are inspired by God’s love and compassion to provide unconditional love and necessary help to people of all faiths by stabilizing and strengthening individuals and families in need across the 21 counties of Northeast Kansas. Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday - Friday. Services: • Emergency Assistance: food, rent assistance, utility assistance, transitional housing assistance, counseling. • La Luz Center for Immigration Legal Assistance: for more information contact Greg Bole, gbole@catholiccharities.org 913.621.1504. • Refugee and Migrant Services. For more information contact refugees@catholiccharitiesks.org, 913-6215255. • Residential Services for children: Foster care for children and adolescents with MR/DD. • Adoption Services: Parent support, adoption services, counseling and referrals to community resources. • DADS: Curriculum-based guidance groups for targeted groups of fathers, anger management, Practical Parenting Program. • Friendly Visitors and Ring-a-Day: Support for elderly through transportation, visitation and phone calls. • Marriage for Keeps classes (In Spanish only at this time). Eligibility: Call for information about various programs. How to Apply: Call 785-233-6300. Fees: Free to fee, depending on program. Funding: United Way of Greater Topeka, Archdiocese of Kansas City, fees, donations, Jayhawk Area Agency on Aging, Shawnee County, grants, DCF, and Medicaid.

Center for Community Support & Research Wichita State University 1845 Fairmount, Box 201 Wichita, KS 67260-0201 316-978-3843 Toll Free 800-445-0116 Fax: 316-978-3593 Website: www.wichita.edu/ccsr Email: ccsr@wichita.edu Dr. Scott Wituk, Director Mission Statement: WSU Center for Community Support & Research partners with communities and organizations to strengthen Kansas through education, leadership development, facilitation, and research. Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday. Services: Vision and Mission Development. Leadership Development. Strategic Planning. Program Evaluation. Team Building. Collaboration and Consensus Building. Grant Development. Conflict Resolution. Outcome-Based Planning and Research. Referrals to Self-Help and Support Groups. Self-Help and Support Group Development. Eligibility: Available to everyone. How to Apply: Please call 316-978-3843 or Toll Free 800-445-0116. Fees: Referrals to support groups free; for non-profit assistance please call. Funding: Not applicable.

City of Topeka Housing & Neighborhood Development 620 SE Madison, 1st Floor Topeka, KS 66607-1118 (785) 368-3711 Fax: (785) 368-2546 Website: www.topeka.org/hnd/ Bradley S. Reiff, Director Mission Statement: To provide exceptional, cost effective services in partnership with the community that adds value and enhances the quality of life for all. Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday. Services: •Emergency home repairs for homeowners. • Accessibility modifications for homeowners and renters • Homeowner purchase/remodel assistance Topeka Opportunity to Own, (TOTO). • In-fill housing new construction purchase available in approved target areas. • Rehabilitation (remodel) assistance within approved target areas. • Infrastructure improvements within approved target areas. (Parks, streets, sewers, alley, sidewalks, curb & gutter, Asphalt Street overlay etc.). • Public Facility grants for Low & Moderate Income (LMI) areas. (Parks, streets, sewers, alley, sidewalks, curb & gutter, Asphalt Street overlay etc.). • Support for Neighborhood Improvement Associations (Communications, operations, dumpster for neighborhood clean-up). Youth & Social Service Grants. Emergency Shelter Grants. Voluntary Demolition. Affordable Housing Development Assistance for NonProfits Community Housing Development Organization. • Tool Lending Library support (available to all residents in Low and Moderate Income, (LMI) areas). • Shelter + Care rental assistance for persons who are homeless and have a disability. Eligibility: Property must be located within City of Topeka. Property owners and renters must be income eligible. Area benefit activities must be located in LMI block group areas. Target areas receive funding for neighborhood improvement projects. Social Service agencies apply to the city for Youth & Social Service and Emergency Shelter Grants. Funding announcements are listed on the city HND website. How to Apply: Call 368-3711 or visit us at 620 SE Madison, 1st floor. Fees: Generally none – depends upon program.

Funding: U. S. Department of Housing & Urban Development, State of Kansas, City of Topeka and the City of Topeka Capital Improvement Program.

City of Topeka Planning Department 620 SE Madison Street, 3rd Floor Topeka, KS 66607 785-368-3728 Fax: 785-368-2535 Website: www.topeka.org Email: dthurbon@topeka.org

Community Action, Inc. Administrative Services 1000 SE Hancock Street Topeka, KS 66607 785-235-9561 Fax: 785-235-9564 www.cactiontopeka.com Email: marmon@inlandnet.net Phyllis Marmon, Executive Director

David F. Thurbon, Planning Director

Social Services

Mission Statement: To manage land use, promote quality of life, and to develop comprehensive plans for the Topeka Metropolitan Area.

621 SE Swygart Street Topeka, KS 66607 785-235-9296 Fax: 785-290-3200 Housing: 785-235-6671 Weatherization: 785-232-3499 Food Program (CACFP): 785-232-3258

Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday. Services: • Provides assistance and information concerning zoning, subdivision, housing, population, census data, transportation, land use, neighborhood revitalization, neighborhood plans, economic data, environmental factors and community involvement. Eligibility: Services are provided to elected officials, community groups and interested individuals. How to Apply: Call 785-368-3728 for information. Fees: No charge for information or assistance. Fees for some publications and zoning and subdivision filing. Funding: City of Topeka General Fund and State and Federal Grants.

Head Start/Early Head Start 2410 SE Highland Avenue Topeka, KS 66605 785-266-0245 Fax: 785-266-4967 Mission Statement: To alleviate the causes and conditions of poverty through the promotion of public policy that helps those in poverty move to greater selfreliance; and by providing services and resources that meet basic needs, promote self-reliance and enhance the quality of life for individuals and families in Clay, Dickinson, Geary, Jefferson, McPherson, Ottawa, Riley, Saline, Shawnee and Wabaunsee counties of Kansas. Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday, or by appointment. Services: The Back-to-School Fair in August. Family focused exhibitors provide fun activities and information for school-aged children and their families. Starter sets of age-appropriate school supplies are given to families that pre-apply and meet the incomeeligibility requirement. Homeless Prevention promotes self-sufficiency and transitions homeless persons into permanent housing. Some help also may be available to assist when a utility disconnection will result in eviction and homelessness. Rural Mobile Food Pantry Distributions occur in Auburn and Rossville, KS. Those distributions are in partnership with Harvesters Food Network. Elderly Services provides services that assist persons 60 years of age to better maintain their health, safety and independence. Elderly Services manages Community Action’s durable medical equipment loan, liquid nutrition and commodity delivery. Community Action continued

Tax Preparation is provided in collaboration with AARP Tax Aide®. Trained staff is available throughout the year to respond to questions regarding tax credits and tax returns. Latino Family Development provides services that promote school achievement and family selfsufficiency for low-income, limited English proficient individuals and families. Project Attention provides services that support school performance and family stability. The First Tee® of Shawnee County is part of an international network of First Tee® chapters committed to providing young people of all backgrounds an opportunity to develop lifeenhancing values such as confidence, perseverance, and judgment through golf and character education. Community Action, Inc. is the designated chapter of The First Tee® of Shawnee County. Aspects of the program are conducted in conjunction with Shawnee County Parks & Recreation Department. Safe Kids Shawnee County participates in the international network of Safe Kids Worldwide® dedicated to preventing unintentional childhood injury. The program is best known for certified installation of car safety seats to prevent injury from motor vehicle accidents. Safe Kids Shawnee County also promotes education and advocacy for the prevention of childhood drowning, poisoning, injuries from fire and falls. Car safety seat installation is available to Medicaid eligible families. A $20.00 fee is charged for car safety seat installation. Fee includes car safety seat, instruction and certified installation. Weatherization provides energy saving improvements to Shawnee County residences occupied by individuals who are income-eligible for the service. Winter Readiness Workshops are held each heating season and provide information that promotes safety and enables households to lower energy use and the related costs. Winter Readiness Kits are distributed to eligible participants. Supportive Housing Program - In partnership with Valeo Behavioral Health Care, affordable housing is provided for previously homeless individuals diagnosed with severe and persistent mental illness. Affordable housing opportunities are offered in Clay, Jefferson, Riley and Shawnee counties. One, two and three bedroom apartment, duplex and single family rental units are available to income-qualified households. Head Start is designed to help break the cycle of poverty facing preschool children in low-income families. Comprehensive child development services are provided for eligible families. Service is available from the time a family learns of a pregnancy until the child is of school age. Community Action continued

Child and Adult Food Care Program (CAFCP) provides licensed child care providers with education and technical assistance related to food service and provides reimbursement for meals and snacks served to eligible children. Eligibility: Several initiatives listed above, such as Winter Readiness Workshops and the Back-to-School Fair, are public events and are open to all members of the community. Other Community Action programs are specifically designed to assist low-income individuals and families gain improved self-reliance. Age, income and/or location of residence are factors used to determine eligibility for services designed for low-income populations. For further information about eligibility and application requirements for Community Action services, please call 785-235-9296. How to Apply: Application information and guidance is available at all Community Action program site. Fees: Unless otherwise noted, no fees are charged for Community Action programs, or services. Funding: Federal, state and local grants, foundation funding and private donations.

Community Resources Council, Inc. 501 SE Jefferson Street, Suite 30 Topeka, KS 66607 785-233-1365 Fax: 785-233-1905 Website: www.crcnet.org Email: crcexec@crcnet.org Nancy Johnson, Executive Director

Cornerstone of Topeka, Inc. 1195 SW Buchanan, Suite 103 Topeka, KS 66604-4198 785-232-1650 Fax: 785-232-3255 Website: www.corner1.org Email: chris@corner1.org

Chris Palmer, Executive Director

Mission Statement: To connect the resources in our community through collaboration, advocacy, research and education

Mission Statement: All efforts are directed toward interrupting the cycle of homelessness, providing decent, safe, accessible and affordable housing of choice to moderate and low-income households, and revitalizing Topeka neighborhoods.

Vision: Community Resources Council is a catalyst to promote community action

Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday - Friday Appointments are encouraged.

Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday – Thursday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Friday

Services: Housing for households experiencing homelessness. Short-term housing offers month-to-month leases with all utilities paid. It is the intention for households to secure permanent housing within 6 months. Long-term housing offers a 1 year lease, with all utilities paid. Affordable Rental Housing provides long-term rental housing for low income individuals and families, as well as disabled and special needs individuals and families.

Services: C.A.R.E. Collaboration: Staff support to the Shawnee County Advocacy Council on Aging, TopekaShawnee County Homeless Task Force, Emergency Aid Council, Topeka-Shawnee County Paratransit Council and the Topeka-Shawnee County AlcoholDrug Abuse Advisory Council. Advocacy: Advocate for Heartland Healthy Neighborhoods, Complete Streets Bicycle lanes, Sodium Reduction and more. Research: CRC‘s strength is the Jackson County, Jefferson County and Shawnee County Resource Directory and is available to all at no cost on-line at crcnet.org. CRC has expanded the Progress Report to include Jackson, Jefferson and Shawnee County statistics. A great help to those writing grants. Education: We bring together CEO’s, CFO’s, and ED’s to round-table discussions and guest speakers.

Eligibility: Household income at 80% or below Area Median Income. How to Apply: Submit application. Referral from a social service agency that is currently working with the household and can verify homelessness is required in order to apply for short or long term housing.

Eligibility: Anyone may use CRC information and referral services.

Fees: Affordable housing application fee is $25. Security deposit and 1st month’s rent is due upon lease signing.

Fees: Membership based.

Funding: Grants, donations and fundraisers.

Funding: Membership fees, Shawnee County, City of Topeka and United Way of Greater Topeka.

Critter Care

Custom Computer Training

Jean Barton, Service Coordinator

712 S Kansas, Suite 414 Topeka, KS 66603 Marilyn Harp, Executive Director (785) 270-5629 (785) 354-8311 Website: www.kansaslegalservices.org

P.O. Box 67341 Topeka, KS 66667-0341 785-478-9985 www.crittercareoftopeka.com Email: cc@crittercaretopeka.com

Mission Statement: A volunteer non-profit organization dedicated to stopping pet overpopulation. We promote the spaying and neutering of pets to reduce animal suffering caused by overpopulation. Hours: All services are arranged by telephone. Services: Financial Assistance for spaying/neutering pets. Eligibility: Anyone in Shawnee County who needs our services. We do not ask for written documentation to prove need. How to Apply: Call our voicemail and leave a message including both daytime and evening phone numbers. A volunteer will return the call. Fees: Critter Care may pay all or some. The client may sometime also pay some. Funding: Donations and fundraisers.

Kansas Legal Services

Lea Vincent, Director of Employment Training Division Mission Statement: Kansas Legal Services, a statewide non-profit organization, is dedicated to helping low income Kansans meet their basic needs through the provision of essential legal, mediation and employment training services. Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Monday – Friday. Services: • Custom Computer Training (CCT) was developed in direct response to client needs for specialized computer training. Enhanced computer skills often allow for advancement to better paying and more stable employment. CCT offers training in smallgroup settings. Services include: Open entry/open exit enrollment; Microsoft Office (Access, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Publisher and Word); Introduction to Windows; Introduction to the Internet; Job readiness; Microsoft Office Specialist Testing Center. Eligibility: Participants must be referred by their Economic and Employment Support (EES) or vocational rehabilitation case manager or employer. How to Apply: Contact Kansas Department for Children and Families. Fees: None Funding: State of Kansas.

Disability Rights Center of Kansas, Inc.

Third Judicial District

635 SW Harrison Street, Suite 100 Topeka, KS 66603 785-273-9661 Toll Free: 877-776-1541 TDD Toll Free 877-335-3725 Fax: 785-273-9414 Website: www.drckansas.org Email: info@drckansas.org

Shawnee County Courthouse 200 SW 7th Street, Second Floor, Suite 214 Topeka, KS 66603 785-233-8200, Ext. 4330 Fax: 785-291-4909 Website: http://www.snco.us/da/ Chadwick J. Taylor, District Attorney

Rocky Nichols, Executive Director Mission Statement: Zealously advocating for the disability rights of Kansans to protect their full participation as citizens.

Mission Statement: To provide our community the ethical and well organized District Attorney’s Office that it deserves, with a commitment to holding offenders accountable, giving voice to victims, partnering with law enforcement and increasing public safety.

Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday.

Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday.

Services: Disability rights advocacy for Kansans with disabilities including advocacy, legal representation, self-advocacy and information and referral.

Services: Prosecution of criminal offenses in violation of the laws of the State of Kansas of both adult and juvenile offenders. Litigation of Child in Need of Care cases when children’s safety is potentially at risk. Involuntary commitment cases for persons needing hospitalization as a result of mental illness which makes them dangerous to themselves or to others. Upholding the Kansas Victim’s Bill of Rights through providing information and services to victims of crime within our jurisdiction. The Victim Witness Unit provides information on the judicial system and aids victims and witnesses participating in the system. The Victim Assistance Unit also helps victims obtain available therapeutic and restitution services, makes referrals to other victim assistance programs that help individuals become whole after experiencing victimization.

Eligibility: Applicant must fit the criteria established by the federal government and the priorities established each year. How to Apply: By phone, in person or in writing. Fees: Only in limited circumstances. Funding: Federal Grants.

District Attorney

Eligibility: All victims of crime within the Third Judicial District. How to Apply: Contact the Victim Assistance Unit of the Third Judicial District. Fees: Services provided to victims of crime are provided at no cost. Funding: County funds.

Doorstep, Inc.

1119 SW 10th Avenue Topeka, KS 66604 785-357-5341 Fax: 785-232-4865 Website: www.doorsteptopeka.org Email: lisa@doorstepinc.com Lisa Clarke, Executive Director

Easter Seals Capper Foundation (ESCF) 3500 SW 10th Avenue Topeka, KS 66604 785-272-4060 Fax: 785-272-7912 Website: www.capper.easterseals.com James L. Leiker, President & CEO

Mission Statement: With the assistance of faith-based organizations, community members and groups, Doorstep, Inc. will provide short-term emergency aid to families and individuals in need; and provide information on services to promote long-term self-sufficiency for our clients.

Mission Statement: Easter Seals Capper Foundation provides exceptional individualized services to ensure that people with disabilities and their families have opportunities to live, learn, work and play in their communities.

Office Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., Monday – Friday.

Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday. Adult Services: 24 hours per day/365 days per year.

Client Service Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 1:45 p.m., Monday – Friday. Services: Food Bank: 9:00 a.m. to 1:45 p.m., Monday – Friday. Clothing Bank: 9:00 a.m. to 1:45 p.m., Tuesday – Friday. Emergency Assistance: utility, prescription/dental, transportation, and rent assistance. The Dovetail Shoppe, 1196 SW Washburn, 2343004, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Thursday - Saturday. Donations accepted. Start-Up Program for single parents. Wellness Clinic - Baker University, 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Department for Children and Families Access Point.

Services: ESCF provides services to children, teenagers and adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities. Early Intervention: Infant Development & Kidlink Childcare & Preschool. Pediatric Therapies: Physical, occupational, speech & behavioral therapy. Recreation. Professional & Family Training Parent Support. Equipment Loan Case Management. Residential & Day Services Supported Employment Wellness Monitoring In-Home Supports

Eligibility: Available to everyone.

Eligibility: Physician referral for pediatrics therapies.

How to Apply: Call for information or apply in person. Social Security card is required for all members of the household.

How to apply: General Information and Pediatric Services: 785-272-4060; Adult Services: 785-228-9443.

Fees: No fees for programs. Funding: Member congregations, community donations, special events, trusts, grants, City of Topeka, Shawnee County and the United Way of Greater Topeka.

Fees: Insurance, Private Pay, Medicaid Waiver Funds. Funding: Voluntary contributions, fees for services, grants and Medicaid Waiver Funds for home and community-based services.

El Centro of Topeka 134 NE Lake Street Topeka, KS 66616 785-232-8207 Fax: 785-232-8834

Lalo Munoz, Executive Director Mission Statement: To promote justice and equal treatment in employment, economics, housing, recreation, social endeavors and any other area of human aspiration, primarily within the Hispanic community. Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday – Thursday, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Friday. Services: Immigration assistance. Translation. Notary service. Employment referrals. Eligibility: Available to everyone. How to Apply: Call 785-232-8207 or walk-in. Fees: Pertaining to documents filed. Funding: Kansas City Diocese, fees and donations.

Environmental Health Services

Shawnee County Health Agency 1515 NW Saline Street, North Annex, Suite 101 Topeka, KS 66618-2838 785-291-2455 Fax: 785-291-2499 Website: www.shawneehealth.org Mission Statement: Dedicated to promoting and protecting health in the community by providing prevention, education, and health care services. Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday. Services: Food Safety Education Program, ServSafe Classes and employee-level training (Fees vary, call for more information). Solid waste program includes complaint investigation and refuse hauler licensing and inspections (Fees for refuse truck licensing vary according to number of customers a potential license has). Air quality monitoring program inspects permitted facilities, investigates complaints and consults on indoor air issues. Water quality program/local environmental protection program does well water testing. On-site sewage program issues permits for septic systems, performs soil percolation testing service and inspects home up for resale for sanitation. (Construction permits: $150; resale inspection: $100; soil percolation testing: $100). Child care licensing program investigates complaints, licenses and inspects child care facilities and provides training (Facility licensing fees vary based on the number served. No provider training fees). Eligibility: Available to everyone. How to apply: Call 785-291-245. Fees: See above for details. Funding: State grants and contracts, licensing fees, local taxes, class fees and the Kansas Water Fund.

ERC Resource & Referral Child Care Aware of North East & North Central Kansas® 1710 SW 10th, Street, Suite 215 Topeka, KS 66604 785-357-5171 Fax: 785-357-1813 Website: nenc.ks.childcareaware.org Email: info@nenc.ks.childcareaware.org Lawrence Office 846 Illinois, Lawrence KS 66044 785-865-0669 Salina Office 1512-A East Iron, Salina KS 67401 785-820-8232 Reva Wywadis, Executive Director Laurie Pigg, Director of Referral Services Mission Statement: ERC Resource & Referral, Inc., d/b/a Child Care Aware of Northeast & North Central Kansas, supports the development and learning of young children by offering programs and services that improve the quality and accessibility of child care for working families. Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday. Services: Helping child care programs offer high-quality care by providing professional development, technical assistance and coaching by telephone or on site, and access to resources. Helping parents understand how to choose high quality child care that meets the unique needs of their family, and providing referrals that match their criteria. Eligibility: There are no income eligibility requirements. Child care programs must be in the agency 28-county service delivery area in northeast and north central Kansas. Child care referrals are programs in the 785 area code. How to Apply: Call or visit the center. Fees: No fees for child care referrals. Child care programs may have a nominal fee to attend classes. Funding: Individual donor support, Designers’ Showhouse, contributions, Shawnee County Social Service Funds, the Kansas Department for Children and Families through Child Care Aware of Kansas, the United Way of Greater Topeka, Kansas Children’s Cabinet, Topeka Community Foundation, ERC Endowment, Douglas County United Way, other grants and contracts.

Expecting Success – Job Success Program Kansas Legal Services

712 S. Kansas Avenue, 4th Floor Topeka, KS 66603 785-270-5614 Fax: 785-354-8311 Website: www.kansaslegalservices.org Lea Vincent, Director of Employment Training Division Mission Statement: Kansas Legal Services, a statewide non-profit organization, is dedicated to help low income Kansans meet their basic needs through the provision of essential legal, mediation and employment training services. Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Monday-Thursday. Services: A job readiness program of Kansas Legal Services that assists pregnant or post partum participants in the following curriculum: Nutrition Classes Health (Mental and Physical) Parenting Classes Budgeting Classes Basic Math Life skills Goal Setting Organization/Prioritizing Prenatal Information Job Readiness and Retention Barrier resolution Assessments Self-esteem building Pregnancy prevention. Eligibility: Contact the Kansas State Department for Children and Families. How to Apply: Contact the Kansas Department for Children and Families. Fees: None to participate. Funding: Families.

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Futures for Tomorrow, LLC 200 Arco Place, Suite 428 Independence, KS 67301 866-332-1226 Fax: 620-331-1860 Website: www.futuresfortomorrow.net Email: jwright@futuresfortomorrow.net

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Shawnee County Health Agency 1615 SW 8th Avenue Topeka, KS 66606 785-368-2751 Fax: 785-368-2098 Website: www.shawneehealth.org haadmin@snco.us

Jennifer Wright – Office/Account Manager Mission Statement: brighter future.

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Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday. Services: Through the assistance of our Job Placement Specialist we help consumers who are currently in vocational rehabilitation programs and Economic and Employment Support (EES) Programs (government funded cash assistance) find employment. Offering job coaching, work assessments and other options that may assist our clients with their needs. Retention Services are available to all clients who seek and find employment. This is to ensure that the consumer is both productive and content in their current position. Eligibility: Persons who are currently in a Utilization Review (UR) program in the state of Kansas or an Economic and Employment Support (EES) client in the state of Kansas. How to Apply: Contact your Counselor or Case Manager for a referral/authorization for our services. Referrals should be faxed to 620-331-1860. Fees: All costs are covered by State funding. Funding: Kansas Department for Children and Families.

Allison Alejos, Director Mission Statement: Gatekeepers is a program that is meant to help any adult living in Shawnee County have the opportunity to be connected to health care, mental health services, appropriate housing, emergency aid, and support services. A social worker visits a person in their home. If you choose to use Gatekeepers services, you will be an active and involved member of a team that can help you achieve your goals for a healthier and more secure life. Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday. Services: Referral for mental health services. Follow-Up support services Prescription drug assistance Referral for dental care Referrals for medical care Short-Term case management Social assessment Eligibility: Residents of Topeka or Shawnee County who are 18 years or older. How to apply: Call 785-368-2751 Fees: All services delivered by the Gatekeepers Assessment Team are provided without cost to the consumer. Certain community-provided services, however, may require a fee payable to the service provider. Funding: Shawnee County Service Programs for adults and the elderly.

GO Topeka/Entrepreneurial and Minority Business 120 SE Sixth Avenue, Suite 110 Topeka, KS 66603 785-231-6000 Fax: 785-231-6075 Website: www.GOTopeka.com Cyndi Hermocillo-Kegg, Vice-President Mission Statement: To provide Small Business Technical Assistance, First Step FastTrac Programs and Small Business Seminar Series to empower small, low to moderate income, minority and women owned business enterprises with the knowledge and resources to build wealth and contribute to the economic betterment of Topeka and Shawnee County. Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday - Thursday; 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Friday. Services: First Step FastTrac Program (FSFT) develops core capacities of a small business owner and/or entrepreneur from idea to concept stage. During this 12 week training program FSFT clients will conduct the following: Product Services Explored, Market Analysis, Price & Profitability Analysis, Feasibility Plan & Actions for Next Steps. FSFT Child Care Program-training course for those who would like to open a home based child care program or would like additional knowledge to run an existing child care business. This course qualifies toward instruction accreditation for hours needed to obtain a child care license through Kansas Dept of Health and Environment. Small Business Training and Education: Small Business Lunch Box Series, Small Business HR Series, Small Business Boosters, First Step FastTrac Alumni Roundtables. One-on-One Technical Assistance-Free counseling opportunities take a hands-on-approach to provide comprehensive services to business owners and entrepreneurs looking to start grow or expand their Topeka/Shawnee County based businesses. Eligibility: Scholarships available to Shawnee County residents only. All programs available region wide. How to Apply: call 785-231-6000. Fees: Varies, based upon program. Funding: Greater Topeka Chamber of Commerce, and private contributions.

Goodwill Industries

The Helping Hand of Goodwill Industries of Kansas, Inc. Website: www.mokangoodwill.org

The Goodwill Store 5515 SW 21st Street Topeka, KS 66604 785-228-9774 Kevin Athey, General Manager Mission Statement: To help people with disabilities or disadvantages achieve their potential through work. Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m., Monday – Saturday; 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. Sunday. Services: Computer Training: Individualized computer training in any of the following - Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Publisher. Microsoft Office Specialist Certification available. Community-based job tryouts. Community-based work assessments. Employment support services. Individualized plan for employment case coordination. Funding: The Helping Hand of Goodwill Industries is funded through fee for service contracts, grants, donations and proceeds from Goodwill Stores.

Greater Topeka Chamber of Commerce 120 SE Sixth Avenue, Suite 110 Topeka, KS 66603 785-234-2644 Fax: 785-234-8656 Website: www.TopekaChamber.org Email: topekainfo@topekachamber.org Doug Kinsinger, President/CEO Mission Statement: The Greater Topeka Chamber is a business organization dedicated to the creation of economic growth and development of new capital and jobs in the Topeka/Shawnee County Community. Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday - Thursday; 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Friday. Services: Committees comprised of Chamber members and Chamber staff, execute a variety of programs designed to provide assistance to industry and business in Topeka and to those wanting information about Topeka. Assist local businesses with start-up and expansions; recruit new business and industry; monitor city, state and national legislation affecting business; provide information for newcomers; leadership development training; and provide publicity for Topeka. Eligibility: Any firm or individual who is in agreement with the purpose of the organization is eligible for membership. How to Apply: On line at www.TopekaChamber.org or at the Chamber office. Fees: Minimum fee $390.00 annually, plus $50 one-time enrollment fee. Inquire at the Chamber for equitable investment rates for businesses with more than five employees. Funding: Membership investments.

Grief and Loss Services Midland Care 200 SW Frazier Circle, Topeka, KS 66606 785-232-2044 Toll Free: 1-800 491-3691 Fax: 785-232-5567 www.midlandcareconnection.org Mission Statement: Meeting individual needs through innovative healthcare solutions. Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday. Services: All grief counseling sessions are provided by licensed master-level social workers, art and music therapists and other professionals who have extensive experience working with grief and loss issues. Adult groups provide education about the grief process, an opportunity to share experiences, and the chance to discover ways to help oneself and loved ones journey through grief. Children’s groups use stories, craft projects, activities and sharing to help children understand death, learn to recognize and express their feelings, and commemorate the person they’ve lost. Groups are offered several times a year. Individual counseling is available for adults, children and families who are struggling to cope with grief. “Hearts of Hope” camps for children ages 7-15 who are coping with the loss of a loved one. The camp is open to all children, regardless of the circumstance. A special weekend overnight camp for children is held at Camp Hammond every September. Surviving the Holidays is offered in early November providing opportunities for participants to create new traditions and cope with the holiday season. Book Discussion and expressive art groups are offered to interested individuals on a regular basis. Eligibility: All grief programs are open to the public. How to Apply: Call 785-232-2044. Support groups grief brochures are also available to the public free of charge. Speakers for your group are available upon request. Fees: Grief and loss, art, and book discussion groups are free of charge. Other services are on sliding scale. Scholarships for “Hearts of Hope” camps are available based on need. Funding: Grief and loss services are supported in part by contributions for the Mike McDonnell Memorial Golf Tournament, and through other fundraisers and donations.

Habitat for Humanity, Inc. 2907 SW Topeka Blvd., Suite C Topeka, KS 66607 785-234-4322 Website: www.topekahabitat.org Email:exec@topekahabitat.org

Michelle De La Isla, Executive Director

Harvesters

The Community Food Network 215 SE Quincy Street Topeka, KS 66603 Toll-free: 877-353-6639 Fax: 785-861-7784 Website: www.harvesters.org Jerry Parrish, Director, KS Distribution Center

Mission Statement: Working in partnership with God and people, from all walks of life, to develop healthy communities by building safe and descent affordable homes in Topeka for families in need.

Mission Statement: Harvesters - The Community Food Network feeds hungry people today and works to end hunger tomorrow.

Hours: Contact for appointment.

Hours: 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday – Friday.

Services: Houses are built or rehabilitated and then sold to approved families who help with “sweat equity” of 300 hours and a low monthly payment. House purchasers pay principle, but no interest. Volunteers help with construction. Most houses are in east Topeka.

Services: Harvesters is the regional food bank providing nutritious food and related household products to food pantries, soup kitchens, shelters, day care centers, residential facilities and other nonprofit agencies. Mobile Food Pantries distribute large quantities of nutritious produce and other perishable food. Senior Mobile Food Pantries deliver fresh produce and other foods to social service programs and housing sites serving low-income seniors. Nutrition Education Programs: Harvesters offers a variety of nutrition education classes, including Project STRENGTH for adults and Kids in the Kitchen for children, at no cost to the sponsoring agency. Harvesters’ BackSnack program provides weekly backpacks of nutritious food to students at risk of hunger on weekends. BackSnack is a partnership between Harvesters, the school district and a local corporate, civic or religious organization. Kids Cafe provides nutritious after-school and summer meals to housing sites and other programs serving low-income children. Volunteer Opportunities - Harvesters’ offers volunteer opportunities for individuals, families and civic, religious or workplace groups. Volunteers must be 6 years of age.

Eligibility: Income and personal guidelines must be met. How to Apply: Call 785-234-4322 for information and application form or visit our website. Fees: Application fee of $25 for credit processing. Funding: Churches, corporations, group and individual gifts, and fund-raising

Eligibility: Harvesters’ network agencies establish individual eligibility requirements for their clients. Federal programs such as the Commodity Supplement Food Programs have age and/or income eligibility requirement. How to Apply: Families needing emergency food assistance can locate a local food pantry by visiting www.harvesters.org and clicking on Get Help. Nonprofit agencies interested in joining Harvesters’ Network should contact Jessica Kejr at (toll-free) 877-353-6639. For current volunteer opportunities at Harvesters’ Topeka facility, visit www.harvesters.org and click on Give Time.

Heartland Visioning 120 SE Sixth Street, Suite 110 Topeka, KS 66603 785-231-6006 Fax: 785-234-8656 Website: www.heartlandvisioning.com Email: info@heartlandvisioning.com William Beteta, Executive Director Mission Statement: Heartland Visioning facilitates a process for community change that creates a more prosperous community, develops a dynamic community core, builds trust among citizens and enhances Shawnee County’s quality of life. Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday. Services: Heartland Visioning facilitates grassroots effort toward creating positive change for the Topeka and Shawnee County community. Heartland Visioning serves as the facilitator, support and ambassador to its volunteer vision partners. Eligibility: Become a vision partner by filling out the form (which can be found at HeartlandVisioning.com). A vision partner is an organization, business, civic group, government entity, house of worship, individual, etc. that volunteer to collaborate with other community members and make a strategy from the plan a reality. How to Apply: Sign up as a vision partner; Identify a strategy from the plan and fill out the vision partner adopt strategy form. Seed funds are available to start up a project. All forms and details can be found on our website.

Helping Hands Humane Society 5720 SW 21st Street Topeka, KS 66604 785-233-7325 Fax: 785-233-8151 Website: www.hhhstopeka.org Email: helpinghands@hhstopeka.org Bill Acree, Executive Director Mission Statement: As advocates for animal welfare, Helping Hands Humane Society, Inc., provides sanctuary for animals in need of compassionate care and protection. Hours: 11:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Monday - Saturday; Open until 7:00 p.m. on Thursday and 1:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. on Sunday. Adoptions end 30 minutes before closing time. Services: Animal sheltering. Lost and found services. Pet adoptions. Education and obedience training. Pet population control. Volunteer opportunities. Eligibility: Pre-approval for adoptions. How to Apply: In person for adoptions or information by telephone. Fees: Vary, call for more information. Funding: Donations and service contracts.

Fees: N/A Funding: Heartland Visioning is funded by private and public contributions, and grants.

Housing and Credit Counseling, Inc. 1195 SW Buchanan Street, Suite 101 Topeka, KS 66604 785-234-0217 Toll Free 1-800-383-0217 Fax: 785-234-0237 Website: www.hcci-ks.org Email: hcci@hcci-ks.org Robert L. Mackey, President/CEO Mission Statement: Housing and Credit Counseling, Inc. counsels and educates all people to achieve their personal housing and financial goals. Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday - Friday and by appointmen.t Services: Services available by phone, email, in person and through classes with offices in Topeka, Lawrence, and Manhattan. Consumer Credit Counseling Services (CCCS) â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Clients who are financially overextended due to job loss, divorce, medical bills or overspending can learn about their financial options. CCCS assists with budgeting, credit reports, credit building, debt repayment, mortgage delinquency, bankruptcy alternatives and reverse equity mortgages for seniors. Tenant/Landlord - Tenants and landlords access counseling and education on rights and responsibilities as well as all aspects of tenant/landlord relationships. Handbooks and forms are available for a fee. Homebuyer-Prospective homebuyers come to HCCI to find answers regarding all aspects of the home buying process, including qualification, affordable housing options, the home buying process and home maintenance. HCCI offers a variety of educational programs. Classes can be provided at business, organizations and schools. Some classes are scheduled on a regular basis and others may be requested. Classes cover a range of topics related to finances, credit, homeownership, budgeting and rental issues. HOPE Program: Free HUD certified credit counseling, a personal mentor and free legal services provided for qualifying clients. Eligibility: Working families or individuals whose income is 185-250% of Federal Income Guidelines and who live in Shawnee County. JOBS Program: JOBS offers skills testing, training, education, and placement for Topeka workers earning below their full potential. Housing and Credit Counseling, Inc. continued

This program is offered by HCCI, YWCA, and Heartland Works and includes scholarships for qualified Topeka residents who want to increase their ability to attain and retain placement in work that pays wages and offers benefits that will support a family. This JOBS Program prepares workers to qualify for positions with the Kansas State Highway Dept., major manufacturers, private enterprise and in the health care industry. Eligibility: Working families or individuals whose income is 185-250% of Federal Income Guidelines and who live in Shawnee County. Eligibility: Available to everyone. How to Apply: Call, come in, fax, email, or visit our website for additional information. Fees: No charge for most services, minimal fee for consumer credit counseling, modest charges for publications and some education programs, and donations accepted. Funding: Public and private grants and contracts; United Ways of Greater Topeka, Douglas and Riley Counties and the Flint Hills; donations; literature sales; and board fundraisers.

I Care, Inc.

2914 SE Michigan Avenue Topeka, KS 66605-2648 785-267-5910 Lavina Wall, Manager Mission Statement: To provide emergency food aid to families in need Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m., Monday â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Friday. Available by answering machine at other times. Services: Emergency food. Eligibility: Have an emergency food assistance need and live in Shawnee County east of Kansas Avenue and south of 6th Street. How to Apply: Come to 2914 SE Michigan during hours of operation or call 785-267-5910. Fees: None. Funding: Voluntary contributions.

IBSA

629 SE Quincy Street, Suite 102 Topeka, KS 66603-3921 785-422-0761 Website: www.ibsa-inc.org Email: admin@ibsa-inc.org Lazone Grays, Jr., President Mission Statement: To provide humanitarian services to those in need, which include employment counseling, small business development and constructive leadership and community-based activities for youth and young adults. Hours: Monday through Friday by appointment and referral. Open some Saturdays for specific programs. Services: Job Search Assistance. Youth Guidance and Leadership Activities. Small Business Counseling & Support Services. Document Preparation. Professional menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s attire for employment interviews. Local phone number with voicemail for the homeless so that they can be reached for social services, job training, employment purposes, and to correspond with the medical community (A consistent and reliable point of contact can be crucial to someone trying to get back on their feet.). Eligibility: Low-moderate income, cash assistance, homeless or youth offender. How to Apply: Call 785-422-0761 for an appointment or for more information. Fees: None to eligible participants referred by DCF or services available under the Kansas Department of Commerce, Workforce Investment Act (WIA). Funding: Government contracts, grants, contributions, special events and service fees.

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Junior League of Topeka, Inc.

Kansas Department for Children and Families (DCF)

719 SW Van Buren Street, Suite 201 Topeka, KS 66603 785-273-0830 Fax: 785-291-0834 Website: www.jltopeka.org Email: email@jltopeka.org

Topeka Service Center

Stacie Borjon, President Mission Statement: An organization of women committed to promoting volunteerism, developing the potential of women, and improving the community through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers. Its purpose is exclusively educational and charitable. Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., Tuesday and Thursday. Services: Enhancing self-esteem and promoting the personal and social responsibility of every child. Community Action Team - fills volunteer opportunities in collaboration with community groups that are also involved in promoting childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s self esteem. Special Programs and Emergency Aid Funds. Eligibility: Women interested in being a member of Junior League need to be at least 21 years old. How to Apply: Interested women can call the Junior League office or get information from the website. Fees: Please call the Junior League office. Funding: Merry Market Fundraiser, community and membership donations, and endowment.

500 SW Van Buren Street Topeka, KS 66603 785-296-2500 Customer service: 785-296-8768 Website: www.dcf.ks.gov Robert Estell, East Regional Director Mission Statement: To protect children, promote healthy families and encourage personal responsibility. Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Friday. Services: Economic and Employment Service provides training, employment opportunities and support services to recipients of public assistance and Food Stamps. It also administers the child care assistance program, which serves families meeting child care subsidy requirements and administers Medicaid programs, cash assistance, food assistance and energy assistance programs. Child Support Services assists custodial parents and children in locating absent parents, establishing paternity and support orders, and garnering the child support and medical support to which they are entitles. Rehabilitation Services provide vocational counseling, independent living skills training, job training, tools and equipment to individuals with disabilities to help them achieve employment outcomes. Eligibility: Call 785-296-2500. How to Apply: Apply at reception desk or request an application to be mailed to you, or you may access the online application through the DCF website at www.dcf.ks.gov. Fees: None. Funding: State.

Kansas Department of Revenue

Kansas Human Rights Commission

Docking State Office Building 915 SW Harrison Street Topeka, KS 66612-1588 785-368-8222 Fax: 785-368-8392 Website: www.ksrevenue.org

900 SW Jackson, 568 South Topeka, KS 66612 785-296-3206 Fax: 785-296-0589 Toll Free: 1-888-793-6874 Website: www.khrc.net

Nick Jordan, Secretary of Revenue

William V. Minner, Executive Director

Mission statement: The Kansas Department of Revenue collects taxes and fees, administers Kansas tax laws, issues a variety of licenses, and provides assistance to Kansas citizens and units of government.

Mission Statement: To assure equal opportunities in employment, public accommodations and housing to all persons within Kansas regardless of race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, national origin, ancestry, genetic screening and testing in the area of employment is prohibited. (In housing, familial status is included. Age applies to employment only).

Hours: 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday. Services: Administers the retailers’ sales tax, and royalties and motor fuel tax, to name a few. Individuals file state income tax returns at the Department of Revenue, and businesses report their corporate taxes. Issues drivers licenses and liquor licenses. Drivers License Exam: There are 37 Kansas drivers license examination stations. In addition, 77 county treasurers’ offices are equipped to renew and process a duplicate license. For the nearest exam station, check your telephone directory or call Topeka Drivers License Examining Bureau, 785-296-3963. Taxpayer assistance: If you have a tax question or need assistance filing your state income tax return, write to the Taxpayer Assistance Center, Kansas Department of Revenue, 915 SW Harrison Street, Topeka, KS 66625 or call 785-368-8222, 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday - Friday. Some tax forms and most information, can be downloaded from http://www.ksrevenue.org. Kansas Homestead and Food Sales Tax Refund information is also available from the Taxpayer Assistance Center. The Kansas Homestead Refund Act is designed to provide a refund of property taxes to low-income, disabled, and elderly persons who own or rent their homestead. The Kansas Food Sales Tax Refund Act provides a refund of sales tax paid for food purchases to qualified individuals. Other: For individuals 60 years of age and older, Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) is available and Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) is available to low-income taxpayers regardless of age. These IRS services are available between February 1 and April 15. For the nearest federal tax assistance site please call Toll Free: 1-800-829-1040. Eligibility: Contact Department of Revenue. How to Apply: Contact Department of Revenue. Fees: Contact Department of Revenue. Funding: N/A

Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday. Services: Accept, investigate and resolve complaints of discrimination in the areas of employment, public accommodations and housing by reason of race, age, color, sex, national origin, disability, religion, ancestry or retaliation. Provision of speakers, publication of pamphlets, development of educational programs, compilation of racial statistics in various areas of social endeavors and maintenance of library material for loan. Substituted for Senate Bill 77, also referred to as Chapter 159 of the 2005 Session Laws, which was signed into law in April 2005, allows any person who believes they have been subject to racial or other profiling by law enforcement officer or agency may file a complaint with the Kansas Human Rights Commission. The Commission shall review and, if necessary, investigate the complaint. Any compliant filed within six months after the alleged act of profiling, unless the act complained of constitutes a continuing pattern or practice of profiling, in which event it will be from the last act of profiling. Eligibility: Anyone in the state of Kansas who feels they have been discriminated against because of their age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, ancestry or disability. How to Apply: Call 785-296-3206. Fees: None. Funding: Annual legislative fiscal appropriation, Some federal funding from the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.

Kansas Legal Services 712 S Kansas Avenue, Suite 201 Topeka, KS 66603 Marilyn Harp, Director 785-354-8531 Fax: 785-233-2096 Website: www.kansaslegalservices.org Bethany Roberts, Managing Attorney Mission Statement: To provide individual legal assistance to low-income residents of Shawnee, Douglas, Jefferson, Osage, and Wabaunsee counties who would be otherwise unable to afford adequate legal counsel. Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday. Services: KLS represents clients in civil cases only, such as consumer and collection, administrative, family law, public benefit, housing or senior citizen matters. KLS does not represent persons charged with criminal or traffic cases, nor do they represent individuals in fee generating cases. Kansas Legal Services for Senior Citizens and Jayhawk Legal Services for Seniors in Shawnee, Douglas and Jefferson counties. See separate listing. Children’s Advocacy Resource Center: See separate listing. Eligibility: Anyone meeting financial and other eligibility guidelines. How to Apply: Call 800-723-6953 or apply online at www.kansaslegalservices.org. Fees: No attorney fees are charged to qualified clients. In certain circumstances a reduced fee service may be offered. Court costs, filing fees and other expenses are client’s responsibility. Funding: Legal Services Corporation, Department of Justice, Jayhawk Area Agency on Aging, Shawnee County Social Services, and others.

Kansas Legal Services

Employment Training Division 712 S. Kansas Avenue, 4th Floor Topeka, KS 66603 Marilyn Harp, Executive Director 785-233-2068 Fax: 785-354-8311 Website: www.kansaslegalservices.org

Lea Vincent, Director, Employment Training Mission Statement: To help low income individuals meet their basic needs by providing essential legal, employment training and mediation services. Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday. Services: Topeka Moving Ahead Program (T-MAP): A 13 week program targeted to assist the chronically homeless. Services include case management, employment preparation, and assistance with obtaining housing (no fees charged). Contact staff at 270-5690. Custom Computer Training: Training can be customized to fit the needs of the individual. We offer training in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Publisher, Windows and Outlook. We also provide job readiness, which includes creating a resume, a cover letter and interviewing practice. ($16 per group hour) Contact staff at 270-5629. Eligibility: Based on criteria of referring agencies. How to apply: Call 785-233-2068. Fees: See individual programs above. Funding: Custom Computer Training is funded by Kansas Department for Children and Families. Topeka Moving Ahead Program (T-MAP) is funded by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and the City of Topeka.

Kansas Neurological Institute 3107 SW. 21st Street Topeka, KS 66604-3298 785-296-5389 Fax: 785-296-7923 Barney Hubert, Superintendent Mission Statement: Our mission is to support each person who lives at KNI to have a meaningful life. Hours: Residential services are provided 24 hours a day. Services: Services are for individuals already living at the institution. Residential support. Personal Care. Training. Therapy. Supported employment. Health care services. Eligibility: Kansas adult residents with developmental disabilities. How to Apply: Services to individuals with developmental disabilities are requested through area community developmental disabilities organizations. Fees: None. Funding: Residential services are funded by the State of Kansas, private health insurance, CHAMPUS, client fees and assets, and Medicaid.

Kansas Statewide Transgender Education Project (K-STEP) Topeka, KS 785-215-7436 Website: www.k-step.org

Stephanie Mott, Executive Director Mission Statement: To foster a society free of discrimination against transgender, gender queer, gender non-conforming, and gender questioning individuals; and other families. Hours: Contact available 24/7. needed.

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Services: Provide transgender education to universities, community colleges, drug/alcohol treatment centers, YWCAs, Kansas Equality Coalition chapters, PFLAG chapters, human relations commissions, SRS offices, faith organizations, governmental entities, employers, independent living centers, and other interested organizations throughout Kansas. Train interested persons as transgender educators, advocates, and leaders. Work to form alliances with organizations and support services for transgender, gender queer, gender non-conforming, and gender questioning people; and their families. Offer resources and support for transgender, gender queer, gender non-conforming, and gender questioning people; and their families. Eligibility: Anyone who asks for services is eligible. How to Apply: Contact Stephanie Mott stephanie.mott@k-step.org or call 785-215-7436.

Fees: None. Funding: K-STEP is an all volunteer organization. Donations are accepted.

Kansas Traffic Safety Resource Office 2930 Wanamaker Drive, Suite 100 Topeka, KS 66614 785-233-5885 Toll Free: 800-416-2522 Fax: 785-233-1342 Website: www.ktsro.org Email: ktsro@dccca.org Norraine Wingfield, Project Director Mission Statement: The Kansas Traffic Safety Resource Office is a program of the Kansas Department of Transportation’s Bureau of Traffic Safety and DCCCA, Inc. DCCCA provides a variety of human services including, but not limited to, the coordination, prevention, and treatment of alcoholism and drug dependency to improve the safety, health and well-being of adults, children and youths. The mission of KTSRO is to provide public information and education to protect Kansans from avoidable injury or death on Kansas roadways. Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday – Thursday 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Friday. Services: Brenda Courtois Motorcycle Specialist Administrative Assistant CPS Technician Ext. 201, Email:bcourtois@dccca.org, Orders, Mailings, Car Seat Checks. Laura Moore Traffic Safety Specialist Ext. 208 Email: lmoore@dccca.org, S.A.F.E. Program. Amanda Horner Traffic Safety Specialist Ext. 206 Email: ahorner@dccca.org, Minority, Employer Programs. Tenille Kimberlin Records Specialist Ext. 214 Email: tkimberlin@dccca.org, Data Base, Car Seat Order, Website. Tim McCool Traffic Safety Specialist CPS Instructor Ext. 211 Email: tmccool@dccca.org, Child Passenger Safety Youth & Teen Programs. Eligibility: NA How to Apply: Call the office to request services.

KETCH Employment Services Topeka Office 5002 SW Van Buren Street, Topeka, KS 66601-1424 785-296-1358 Wichita Main Campus & Administrative Offices 1006 SE Waterman, Suite 2, Wichita, KS 67211 316-383-8700 Website: www.ketch.org

Mission Statement: To promote independence for persons with disabilities through innovative learning experiences that support the individual’s choice for working, living, and playing in his or her community. Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday – Friday. Services: Provide employment services for consumers with mental, developmental, or physical disabilities. Teach job preparation and job-seeking skills including, but not limited to appearance, appropriate dress, hygiene, resumes, applications, and interviews. Assist the consumer in identifying and managing or removing barriers to employment, such as transportation issues, learning to ride public transportation, and scheduling child care. Match job seekers with jobs found through our network of community employer partners to achieve the best skill fit for the consumer and the employer. Complete Work Assessments and Job Tryouts, which allow employers to evaluate workers for up to 80 hours while the salary and Workers Compensation insurance is paid. When necessary, provide on-the-job coaching support for a brief period to orient the newly hired consumers to their schedules and duties to enable them to perform at an effective and efficient level. Consult with employers regarding reasonable accommodations and assistive technology to enhance the success of the work partnership. Eligibility: Individuals whose mental or physical disabilities constitute a substantial barrier to employment, with a reasonable expectation that the person can become employed. Clients must be referred to KETCH by Kansas Rehabilitation Services.

Fees: None.

How to Apply: Telephone Kansas Department of Social and Rehabilitation Services, Vocational Rehabilitation district office 296-4424.

Funding: Kansas Department of Transportation.

Fees: None. Funding: Kansas Department of Children and Families, United States Department of Education and Vocational Rehabilitation Services, Kansas Elks Training Center for the Handicapped (KETCH), and donations.

K-State Research & Extension - Shawnee County 1740 SW Western Avenue Topeka, KS 66604-3052 785-232-0062 Fax: 785-232-0093 Website: www.shawnee.ksu.edu Email: sn@listserv.ksu.edu

Laurie Chandler, County Extension Director Mission Statement: Dedicated to a safe, sustainable, competitive food and fiber system and to strong, healthy communities, families, and youth through integrated research, analysis and education. Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday. Services: Agriculture: Printed information and expertise in the following areas: crops, livestock, forestry, insects, and conservation and relative urban problems. Family & Consumer Sciences: Educational programs, printed information and expertise on food safety, housing, nutrition, family life, parenting, adult development and aging, family financial management and consumer information. Horticulture: Educational programs on selection, planting and care of garden and landscape plants. Services include soil fertility testing, disease diagnosis, weed and insect identification. Extension Master Gardener volunteers staff a “Response Line” on weekday afternoons (April - September) at (785) 357-GROW (4769). Questions about any aspect of home environment horticulture are invited. Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP). (see listing) 4-H Youth Development (see listing) Eligibility: Any Shawnee County resident desiring the service. How to Apply: Call 785-232-0062 or visit the office.

League of Women Voters of Topeka-Shawnee County 515 S Kansas Ave, Ste C Topeka, KS 66603 785-232-1947 or 785-235-8452 www.lwvk.org/ lwv.kansas@gmail.com Ernestine Krehbiel, President LWVK Mission Statement: The League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan, multi-issue, political organization that encourages the informed and active participation of citizens in government and influences public policy through education and advocacy. The league does not support candidates or parties. Hours: Meets the 1st Tuesday of each month for lunch at 11:30 and speaker at noon, usually at the TopekaShawnee County Public Library. See www.lwvk.org for details. The public is always welcome. Services: We educate citizens about issues, legislation and candidates. We encourage individual participation in the political process. We inform through in-depth, objective study. We monitor local, state and national government bodies and activities. We register voters. We sponsor candidate debates and public issue forums. Eligibility: Membership open to men and women 18 years of age or older. The public is always welcome at meetings. How to Apply: Call 785-234-5152. Fees: $53 annual membership. Can attend as nonmember any time. Funding: Dues and community finance drive.

Fees: User fees charged for some events, services and publications. Funding: grants.

Federal, state and county governments,

Let There Be Light Ministries

Let’s Help, Inc.

1013 SW 6th Street Topeka, KS 66606 785-230-4659 Email: suelacey@cox.net

200 South Kansas Ave. Topeka, KS 66603 785-234-6208 Fax: 785-354-7145 Website: www.letshelpinc.org Email: ShellyL@letshelpinc.org

Rev. Sue Lacey, Pastor

Shelly Lowery, Executive Director

Mission Statement: To serve the community in any way we can. We cater to the needs of men, women, and children. Not only the material items we need to survive, but also spiritually. We will be available to pray, and visit with people about our Lord and Savior. We want to provide a place that people can come to be closer to God, to form a relationship with Him, and to learn more about Him. “I Come Not To Be Served, But To Serve,” Matthew 20:28.

Mission Statement: Let’s Help is committed to building a better community by inspiring hope, promoting self-sufficiency and breaking the cycle of poverty one person at a time. We can accomplish this by assisting clients with emergency needs and supporting their efforts to change their circumstances through education and employment programs.

Hours: 1:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m., 2nd & 4th Monday’s.

Services: Free Lunch: 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m., Monday – Friday; 9:30–10:30 a.m., last Saturday monthly. Food Bank: 8:30 a.m. –11:00 a.m. & 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m., Monday - Thursday, 8:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Fridays. Clothing Bank: 8:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. & 1:00p.m. 3:00 p.m., Monday - Thursday, 8:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Friday’s. Emergency Services: 8:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. & 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m., Monday - Thursday, 8:30 a.m. 11:00 a.m. Fridays. Adult Basic Education and GED sessions year round. Call the GED office at 270-5215 for details. Older Kansas Employment Program offers support to people over 55 who are looking for employment or changing jobs. Call 234-6208, ext. 271 for details. Career Closet – conducted by appointment. Call 234-6208 ext. 271.

Services: Food Pantry Eligibility: Everyone is welcome. How to Apply: Simply sing in. Fees: None. Funding: Privately Funded

Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Monday – Friday.

Eligibility: Free lunch program is open to all in need. Our food bank, clothing bank and emergency services are subject to income qualifications, frequency of need, collaborating with other agencies and MAACLINK. How to Apply: Adult Education and Employment Assistance – Call the GED office at 270-5215 for details. Older Kansans Employment Program – Please call Denise Fasse at 234-6208, ext. 271 for details. Fees: Clothing Bank – No fees, a small donation is appreciated, but not required. Adult Basic Education and GED – A $30.00 tuition required to enter program, or reenter the program if you leave and come back. Funding: Local, County, State and Federal Government Grants, User Fees, Corporate Donations, Estate Giving, Memorial Contributions, Private Donations and Event Proceeds.

The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society - Kansas Chapter 300 N. Main, Suite 300 Wichita, KS 67202 316-266-4050 Toll Free: 1-800-779-2417 Fax: 316-266-4960 Mission Statement: The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s mission is to cure leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin’s disease and myeloma, and improve the quality of life for patients and their families. Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Monday - Friday. Answering service after hours.

Eligibility: The Patient Aid Program is open to anyone being treated for leukemia or a related cancer (lymphoma, multiple myeloma, Hodgkin’s disease and specific myelodysplastic syndromes). All other services are open to anyone. How to Apply: Call the Kansas Chapter office for a patient aid form or stop by the office. Fees: None. Funding: Supported entirely by public contributions through special events, foundations, corporate gifts, residential drives, tributes, memorials, clubs, organizations, legacies and bequests.

Services: Patient Aid Program: Provides financial assistance through a $100 stipend annually per patient. Assistance is available to all qualified patients. Co-Pay Assistance Program: Helps patients with many kinds of blood cancers meet their health insurance or Medicare Plan Part B or D premiums or co-payment obligations. Patients with prescription drug coverage, Medicare beneficiaries under Medicare Part B and/or Medicare Part D, Medicare Supplementary Health Insurance or Medicare Advantage should check with LLS to see if they meet eligibility requirements to receive financial support. Co-pay assistance is subject to fund availability by specific blood cancer diagnosis, up to $5000$10,000 per year. Family Support Groups: Local/regional support groups facilitated by licensed health/mental health professionals. Monthly meetings provide an environment for patients, family members and friends to provide mutual support. Referrals to social service agencies and treatment facilities both locally and nationwide. Information Resource Materials: More than 60 free public educational booklets published by LLS. First Connection Program: Helps patients with leukemia, lymphoma, multiple myeloma and Hodgkin’s disease receive support from a welltrained, carefully selected volunteer who has experienced a similar situation. The Trish Greene Back to School Program: Designed to increase communications among healthcare professionals, parents, patients and school personnel to assure a smooth transition from active treatment back to school. Materials, videos and other printed materials are available. Educational Speakers: Professionals and laymen are available for public speaking to clubs and organizations. The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society continued

Magic Meals Home Delivery (FP) 6722 SW Urish Road (No Public Office) Auburn, KS 66402 785-554-4524 Website: www.mealslikemagic.com Email: chefs@mealslikemagic.com Angela Davis, Owner Mission Statement: To provide meal solutions to those in the community who have difficulty assuring healthy, tasty, and reliable meals. Hours: 8:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m., Monday – Saturday. Services: All meals are precooked, packaged into individual meals, and frozen. Meals reheat in the microwave or oven to fresh cooked quality. Meals use the best available ingredients and feature lean meats, lots of vegetables, and whole grains. Magic Meals serves all people, including seniors striving to stay independent in their own home, those with disabilities, individuals trying to reach weight loss goals, and those on medically restricted diets. Eligibility: Home Delivery is available to everyone in the Greater Topeka/Lawrence area, including rural areas. How to Apply: No application necessary. Simply call Angela at 785-554-4524 to discuss you individual needs. First meal delivery can normally take place 7 to 10 days after your initial contact. Fees: Magic Meals is a private business, and meals are sold in packages that last most individuals two weeks to a month. Average meals price $6.55, though lower and higher cost options are available. Gift Certificates are also available. Funding: Primarily user fees. Magic Meals works with some home health care agencies in the Greater Topeka/Lawrence area to assist those with disabilities and the elderly, but does not accept any government funding directly. Most clients fund their meal service independently.

Midland Care

200 SW Frazier Circle Topeka, KS 66606 785-232-2044 Toll Free 1-866-394-3600 Fax: 785-232-5567 Website: www.midlandcareconnection.org Mission Statement: To enhance life’s journey by offering care and education, with hope, comfort and support. Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Monday – Friday. Services: • Thrive at Home. • Adult Day Health. • Home Hospice and Hospice House. • PACE (Programs of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly). • Palliative Care. • Residential Center. Grief and Loss. Home Health. Eligibility: Call (785) 232-2044. How to Apply/Fees: Call 785-232-2044 for more information. Funding: Private insurance, Medicare, Medicaid, private pay, fundraising, donations, and memorial contributions.

Midland Care Residential Center

Mothers Against Drunk Driving

120 SW Frazier Circle Topeka, KS 66606 785-232-2044 Toll Free: 1-800-491-3691 Fax: 785-232-5567 Website: www.midlandcareconnection.org

PO Box 144 Burlingame, Kansas 66413 Toll Free: 1-800-443-6233 Fax: 785-654-2374 Email: ks.state@madd.org

Mission Statement: Meeting individual needs through innovative healthcare solutions.

Mission Statement: The mission of Mothers Against Drunk Driving is to stop drunk driving and to support victims of this violent crime and prevent underage drinking.

Hours: 24 hours, 7 days a week. Services: Daily meals tailored to the residentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s needs. Health care services based on an assessment by a licensed nurse. Housekeeping services. Medical, dental, and social transportation arrangements. Planned individual and group activities. Caregiver respite. Eligibility: Adults, 18 and older. Services are designed to provide self-determined residential care in a safe, secure environment. How to Apply: information.

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Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Friday. Services: Public awareness/educational programs. Victim services. Public policy and legislative activities. Eligibility: Membership available to the public. How to Apply: Contact by telephone, letter or fax. Fees: Membership free. Funding: Individual and corporate contributions, memorials and Victims of Crime Act grant (VOCA) funds.

Fees: Call 785-232-2044 for more information. Funding: Long-term care insurance, private pay, fundraising, donations, and memorial contributions.

Muscular Dystrophy Association 8700 Indian Creek Pkwy #340 Overland Park, KS 66210 785-267-6519 Fax: 913-451-3339 Website: www.mda.org Mission Statement: To provide medical and clinical services for patients afflicted with muscular dystrophy and other related neuromuscular diseases and to fund research efforts to find the cause and cure for neuromuscular diseases. Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Friday. Services: Provide medical services. Durable medical equipment. Recreational programs for patients afflicted with muscular dystrophy and related neuromuscular diseases. Eligibility: Anyone diagnosed by a licensed M.D. or D.O. as having muscular dystrophy or any of the 43 neuromuscular diseases covered by MDA. How to Apply: Contact Angela Hills or Julie Mueller, Health Care Service Coordinators at 785-267-6519 . Fees: None. Funding: Donations from community, sponsors and cooperating organizations.

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National Multiple Sclerosis Society

Mid-America Chapter Eastern Kansas Branch 7611 State Line Road., Suite 100 Kansas City, MO 64114 913-432-3926 Toll Free: 1- 800-344-4867 Fax: 816-361-2369 Website: www.msmidamerica.org Chase Carlin, MS Navigator Mission Statement: To end the devastating effects of MS. The National MS Society, founded in 1946, is a nonprofit, voluntary health organization with 140 chapters and branches throughout the United States. The National MS Society provides funding for research that will eventually lead to the cause, treatment and cure for MS. The Eastern Kansas Branch, Mid-America Chapter, serves individuals throughout 40 counties in eastern Kansas. Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Friday. Services: Education: Lending library, Knowledge is Power (KIPS), professional and public education, national teleconferences, information and referral helpline and newsletters. Health: Newly diagnosed programs, self-help groups, Telefriend, wellness programs, Family Day, Family Enrichment Series. Independent Living: Accessibility, employment workshops, medical equipment, purchase/loan, home adaptations and financial assistance. Volunteer opportunities. Eligibility: Any person with Multiple Sclerosis. How to Apply: Contact by telephone, letter or visit. Fees: No membership fee is required for local branch membership. No fee is required for persons with MS. Funding: Special events such as Walk MS, Bike MS and individual contributions and bequests.

Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians, Gays, Bisexuals and Transgendered Lawrence - Topeka PFLAG Topeka, KS 66611-1656 785-841-2345 Headquarters Counseling 24 hours a day Website: www.pflagnekansas.org Email: sffeist@msn.com Sonja Feist, Chapter President Mission Statement: To promote the health and wellbeing of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgendered people, their families, and friends. We offer support to cope with an adverse society, education to enlighten an ill-informed public, and advocacy to end discrimination and secure equal civil rights. PFLAG provides opportunity for dialogue about sexual orientation and acts to create a society that is healthy and respectful of human diversity. Hours: 24 hours a day. Services: Respect the confidentiality of all individuals. Offer support on a one-to-one basis or in small group sessions which meet once a month. Distribute pamphlets to refer individuals, organizations, etc. to books addressing their immediate concerns. Extensive resource listings. Present programs with video and panel discussion designed for specific groups such as schools, mental health professionals, colleges/university staff and students, and churches. Our panel consists of parents of gay children, lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people. Our adult panel consists of a university professor, psychiatrist, school social worker and others. Eligibility: Services available to any interested group or individual. Support for parents, families or friends coming to terms with the homosexual orientation or gender identity of loved ones.

Positive Connections 1001 SW Garfield, Suite 4 Topeka, KS 66604 785-232-3100 Fax: 785-232-3186 Website: www.topekaaidsproject.org Debbie Guilbault, Executive Director Mission Statement: A community-based agency committed to working with HIV-infected persons and their significant loved ones and minimizing the HIV infection rate through education. We provide direct client services and network closely with other community-based agencies and service providers to assist in meeting the client’s social, legal, educational and medical needs. In an effort to reduce HIV infection, we provide the community with appropriate education services to increase understanding, reduce fears, and gain knowledge of risk-reduction practices. Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., 1:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday – Friday. Services: ● Volunteering: Volunteers assist with office duties, client transportation, food pantry, outreach and fundraiser/special events. ● Medical Case Management: Medical Case Managers assess the needs of each client and with the client’s input create a plan for services. Medical Case Managers are client advocates, and they access community resources and services on behalf of individual clients. ● Support Groups: HIV+ Support Group. Call for more information. ● AIDS Education: Provide programs and workshops on HIV/AIDS related issues for public and private organizations. Provide activities and educational events for the community. Free HIV testing: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Monday – Friday. Eligibility: Must be diagnosed with HIV or AIDS to access Medical Case Management Services or support groups for people living with HIV/AIDS. HIV testing is available for anyone who has had a risk of infection. Education presentations, outreach and public information are available to anyone by request. Call for more information or to set up a time.

How to Apply: Call Headquarters Counseling, 785-8412345, for referral to a PFLAG board member.

How to Apply: Physician referral or self-referral.

Funding: Donations and various sources.

Fees: None. Funding: City of Topeka, Shawnee County, United Way of Greater Topeka, The Kansas Department of Health and Environment, Broadway Cares, memorials, private grants, and fundraisers.

Resource Center for Independent Living, Inc.

Right to Life of Kansas, Inc.

1137 Laing Street PO Box 257 Osage City, KS 66523 785-528-3105 Toll Free: 1-800-580-7245 Fax: 785-528-3665

P.O. Box 4812 Topeka, KS 66604 785-233-8601 Email: RTLK1@aol.com

Topeka Location

519 SW 37th Street Topeka, KS 66611 785-267-1717 Toll Free: 1-877-719-1717 Fax: 785-267-1711 Website: www.rcilinc.org Email: info@rcilinc.org Deone Wilson, Executive Director Mission Statement: Committed to working with individuals, families and communities to promote independent living and individual choice to persons with disabilities. Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Monday – Friday. Services: • Advocacy • Assistive Technology for Kansans • Build A Ramp Program • Braille Translation Services • Consumer Advisory committees • Community Education • Deinstitutionalization • Durable Medical Equipment Load Program • Financial Management Services • IKAN (blind and low vision services) • Independent Living Skills Training • Information and Referral • Kansas Equipment Exchange • Payroll agent for Home and Community Based Services. • Peer Counseling • PEER Program • RC@Home Eligibility: Individuals with disabilities. How to Apply: Contact RCIL by either visiting one of the offices or website. Fees: No fees Funding: Independent Living grant, state and federal grants, and donations.

Mission Statement: To uphold that life begins at conception and ends at natural death, and that all unborn children are in fact persons deserving of all human rights and protection under the U.S. Constitution. We will continue to work toward the passage of a Human Life Amendment to the Constitution. Services: • Provide education materials to the public, to students, and anyone interested in learning more about the pro-life movement and the dangers of abortion. We have two registered lobbyists who deal with legislative issues. We refer women to the proper organization to help in crisis pregnancy situations. We can provide resource materials from our library, videos for research, speeches, school projects, etc., and a speaker to any group or organization wanting to learn more about the prolife movement. Eligibility: Any person in need of information and research material. How to Apply: Contact our office. Fees: Donations accepted. Funding: Donations.

Safe Streets

A program of Prevention & Recovery Services, Inc. 2209 SW 29th Street Topeka, KS 66611-1908 785-266-4606 Fax: 785-266-3833 Website: www.safestreets.org Email: szellers@safestreets.org Sally Zellers, Director Mission Statement: To create a healthier community by addressing substance abuse and crime, through prevention education and citizen empowerment. Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday – Thursday, Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. and evenings by appointment. Services: Neighborhood Watch Program: Safe Streets assist neighborhoods through mobilization and training to combat crime and associated problems. Safe Property Management Training for landlords, property managers and maintenance workers: A program offered two times a year by the Topeka Police Department and Safe Streets on code violations, narcotics, tenant screening, leases and evictions, and crime prevention through environmental design. Cost for this training is $20. Safe Solutions Mediation: Provides citizens with free and confidential mediation services that can help resolve neighborhood disputes peacefully. Types of mediation include; noise, landlord/tenant, land use, harassment, barking dogs and racial/multicultural conflict. Retailers Association: Meets the 2nd Wednesday of every month. Offers police, loss prevention personnel and business owners an opportunity to network and share information on current theft trends, fraud, scams and forgeries. Presentation on Crime Prevention through Environmental Design (CPTED), Personal Safety, Safety for Seniors, Underage Drinking, current drug trends and other topics are offered at no charge. Safe Streets Coalition Initiative - Safest Capital City in America: The coalition meets the first Wednesday of every month with over 160 people involved. Eligibility: Any Shawnee County residence. How to Apply: Call Safe Streets at 785-266-4606. Fees: None. Funding: City of Topeka, Shawnee County, The United Way of Greater Topeka, and state grants.

The Salvation Army 1320 E 6th Avenue P.O. Box 599 Topeka, KS 66601 785- 233-9648 Fax: 785-233-9846

Captains Daniel and Mary Burris, Commanding Officers Mission Statement: The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination. Hours: Child Care: 6:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Monday-Friday. Social Services: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. & 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m., Monday-Wednesday & Friday. Food Pantry: 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Monday – Wednesday & Friday. Emergency Financial Assistance: By appointment. Evening Meal Feeding Program: 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Monday – Friday. Services:

Family Welfare: Includes emergency food, utility, rent, prescription medication, transportation, eye examinations. Evening meal: a nutritious meal and positive social interaction provided. Religious and Character Building Programs: Counseling, recreation, crafts, youth groups, religious meetings and camping. Emergency Disaster Services: Food, clothing, furniture and counseling. Child Care: 6:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., Monday – Friday. Community Service: Background check and interview required. Work Assessments: Objective report of skills/abilities by referral only. Referrals: drug and alcohol rehabilitation, community resources and services. Advocacy. Eligibility: Child Care: by application, Social Services: criteria are based upon funding sources, Evening Meal: open to all. How to Apply: Social Services: Personal interview determines eligibility. (i.e., eviction/disconnect notice, family disruption, medical emergency) Childcare: Obtain application. Fees: Child Care Center: Enrollment Fee, weekly rate. Funding: United Way of Greater Topeka, fees and other donations.

Shawnee County Community Developmental Disabilities Organization (CDDO) A division of TARC 2701 SW Randolph Avenue Topeka, KS 66611 785-232-5083 Fax: 785-235-8041 Website: www.sncddo.org Ramona Macek, Director Mission Statement: TARC enhances the lives of people affected by intellectual, developmental and related disabilities through commitment to excellence in service, support and advocacy. Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Friday. Services: Single point of contact (entry) for people seeking developmental disability services. Determine eligibility for developmental disability services. Provide annual Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) waiver eligibility screenings. Provide information and referral services to affiliated agencies. Coordinate the relocation of people living in state hospitals who wish to move back to their home. Assist persons with a developmental disability to access services. Quality oversight to ensure services that are customer-driven. Fiscal management of the funding. Community training. Eligibility: disabilities.

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How to Apply: Call 785-232-5083, ext 337 for the CDDO Liaison, rkuhn@sncddo.org or Community Support Associate, ext 316; rmunoz@sncddo.org. Fees: None. Funding: Federal and state funding through the Kansas Department of Children and Families and Shawnee County Mill Levy.

Shawnee County Conservation District 3231 SW Van Buren Street Topeka, KS 66611-2469 785-267-5721 Fax: 785-266-8293 Website: www.sccdistrict.com Email: judy@sccdistrict.com Judy Boltman, District Manager Mission Statement: Promote a voluntary program of education, planning and application of conservation practices to conserve and protect our soil and water. Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Friday. Services: Cost-share programs for agricultural and nonagricultural projects ranging from terraces and livestock ponds to plugging abandoned water wells and repairing failing septic system. Live school demonstrations, host teacher workshops and an Environmental Fair as well as display at farm shows, home shows and the Kansas Garden Show. Host sediment and erosion control workshops for contractors and developers. Sell grass seed (price varies per mix-call for details) and marking flags, ($10.50 per hundred). Rent notill grass drill for $10.00 per acre, minimum $75. Rent 50 bushel manure spreader $100 1st day, $50 each 2nd & 3rd days, further rules apply. Eligibility: Contact for further information. How to Apply: Call for details or to receive the newsletter. Fees: Planning and education services are free. above for other fees.

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Funding: State of Kansas, Shawnee County, Kansas Water Fund, various grants, seed sales and drill rental. (Mostly state and county).

Shawnee County Emergency Management Emergency Operations Center 200 SE 7th Street, SB-10 Topeka, KS 66603-3901 785-233-8200, ext. 4150 Fax: 785-291-4904 Emergency number: 911 Dave Sterbenz, Director Mission Statement: To minimize or prevent the loss of lives and property in emergencies/disasters. This is accomplished, in part, by the coordination of local, state, federal, private, and volunteer organizations. The coordination is in the following four phases: mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery. Services: Courses available to the public: Hazardous Materials Safety, Tornado/Severe Weather Safety and Personal, Family and Community Survival. Courses for specialized professions (call for information and availability). Provide outdoor warning system. Register and train volunteers to support Emergency Operations Center staff. Develop and maintain Communityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Emergency Operations Plan. Information on Homeland Security. Coordinate the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT).

Shawnee County Medical Society, Inc. 623 SW 10th Avenue Topeka, KS 66612 785-235-0996 Fax: 785-235-5114

Gary Caruthers, Administrator Mission Statement: Physicians dedicated to better patient care. Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Friday. Services: Responds to questions concerning physicians. SCMS is currently managing Health ACCESS to address care for the indigent and medically uninsured in Shawnee County. Eligibility: Physician membership organization. How to Apply: Call 785-235-0996. Fees: No charge to the public for service. Funding: Membership dues.

Eligibility: No requirements. How to Apply: Call 785-233-8200, ext. 4150 for information. Fees: None. Funding: Shawnee County and the Federal Emergency Management Agency.

Shawnee County Parks and Recreation

Sheltered Living, Inc.

3137 SE 29th Street Topeka, KS 66605 785-267-1156 Fax: 785-266-0308

2044 SW Fillmore Street Topeka, KS 66604-3091 785-233-2566 Fax: 785-233-2556 Website: www.shelteredliving.org Email: ljackson@shelteredliving.org

John E. Knight, Director

Lisa Jackson, President / CEO

Mission Statement: To provide quality parks, golf courses and recreation facilities and opportunities to meet the recreational needs and interests of urban and rural residents throughout Shawnee County.

Mission Statement: Sheltered Living, Inc. supports the efforts of individuals with developmental disabilities to achieve independence and to more actively participate in the community.

Hours: Administrative: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Friday.

Hours: 24 hours per day, 365 days per year.

Services: Community Centers: Youth and adult programs, arts, crafts, fitness, educational and leisure services; programming in USD 450, USD 345, USD 437, and USD 501 schools and other facilities throughout Shawnee County. Sports and Athletics: Year-round youth and adult athletics. Special Events: Year round for all ages. Senior Adults: Trips, fitness and classes. Parks: Shelters, swimming, boating, fishing, golf, campground, and Ted Ensley Gardens. Adaptive recreation & inclusion services for youth and adults: providing people with differing abilities the opportunity to participate in quality recreation programs. Eligibility: Structured activity begins at three years of age with no maximum age restriction. How to Apply: Program information is distributed three times per year throughout the county with registration information included. For a free brochure of activities, call 785-267-1156. Fees: Certain programs require fees. Funding: Taxes, user public/private partnerships.

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Services: Residential programs are designed to meet individualsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; needs, ranging from onsite staffing support to 24-hour awake staff. We offer a variety of residential options. Independent Living Programs: This program is designed for individuals who can live independently and require minimal support. Adult Life Skills: A day program designed to meet individual needs and help them learn new skills to become integrated in the community. Heavy emphasis is placed on volunteering, learning skills and socialization. There are several satellite programs for older individuals and for more active participants. Targeted Case Management: A targeted case manager will assist individuals to develop and implement the Person Centered Support Plan. In addition managers will identify and maintain eligible state and federal program funding. Eligibility: Persons with mental retardation/developmental disabilities. How to Apply: Director of Admissions and Habilitation, 785-266-8686 or contact the Community Developmental Disabilities Organization (CDDO), 785-267-1041. Fees: Sliding scale based on ability to pay. Funding: Medicaid - Home and Community Based Services (HCBS), state aid, state and federal grants, fees, donations, county mill levy, and fund raisers.

Social Security

Stormont-Vail SANE/SART

Administration Field Office

(Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner) (Sexual Assault Response Team) 1500 SW 10th Avenue Topeka, KS 66604 785-354-6107 Fax: 785-354-5004 Website: www.stormontvail.org Email: joyt@stormontvail.org

600 SW Commerce Place Topeka, KS 66615 888-327-1271 800-772-1213 Fax: 785-232-3146 Website: www.socialsecurity.gov Bill Holthaus, Assistant District Manager Mission Statement: Administration of the following programs: Retirement, survivors, and disability insurance, Medicare for the aged and disabled, Black Lung benefits and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., Monday – Friday, closed at Noon on Wednesday’s. Services: Application assistance for a social security number, checking earnings record, applying for retirement, disability, survivor’s, SSI benefits and enrolling for Medicare. Provide information about individual and family rights and obligations under the social security law. Eligibility: For an eligibility determination the individual should contact the Social Security office or check the available online services at www.socialsecurity.gov. How to Apply: Go to the Social Security Online www.socialsecurity.gov and click on “Apply for benefits”, or call the local office to schedule an appointment. Fees: None. Funding: Social Security Trust Funds and general revenues of the federal government.

Joy Thomas, R.N. SANE-P, SANE/SART Supervisor Mission Statement: Working together to improve the health of our community. Hours: 24 hours 7 days a week. Services: The SANE (Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner) and SART (Sexual Assault Response Team) Program provide an immediate, compassionate, multidisciplinary team response to victims of sexual assault or abuse. SANE/SART provides 24-hour services for all male and female victims of sexual assault. Members of SART include law enforcement, SRS, the Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner, LifeHouse Child Advocacy Center, YWCA Center for Safety and Empowerment, and the District Attorney’s Office. Eligibility: Available to anyone requested to be seen by Law Enforcement or SRS. If over 18 years of age, and thinks they may want to press charges anytime in the next 5 years, may have an exam done and kit collected, without law enforcement request. How to Apply: Contact office at 785-354-6107 for information or come to Emergency Department at Stormont-Vail Healthcare. Fees: The cost of the visit, if a kit is collected or colposcopic exam is done, then cost goes to the county prosecutors office or DCF depending on who requested. Funding: Stormont-Vail Health Care and Stormont-Vail Auxiliary.

TARC 2701 SW Randolph Avenue Topeka, KS 66611 785-232-0597 Fax: 785-232-3770 Website: www.tarcinc.org Email: info@tarcinc.org Eileen Doran, Executive Director Mission Statement: TARC enhances the lives of people affected by intellectual, developmental and related disabilities through commitment to excellence in service, support and advocacy. Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday. Services: To enhance the quality of life for individuals that TARC supports by providing and capturing moments of joy through personal growth, continued education, recreation, volunteerism and support groups. Senior Services: To provide services that enhances the quality of life experiences by building onto a foundation that encourages and promotes respect, individuality, integrity and independence. Provides employment opportunities to adults with developmental and related disabilities. Opportunities exist at TARC and at community job sites. TARC Industries provides vocational training while allowing the adult to earn a wage. Offers community job development, coaching and skill development training. Case Management: Provides support to children and adults who have been determined eligible for services by the CDDO. Case Managers assist in the development of a Person Centered Support Plan that identifies what the individual wants to achieve and what lifestyle they want to live. The service is paid for by Medicaid or through a sliding fee scale. TARC Children’s Services. Self-determination: Provide individuals, guardians and /or families the opportunity to choose the supports that will meet an individual’s lifestyle. The program allows for more control over funds the individual receives from the state. SNCO Community Developmental Disability Org. Eligibility: disabilities.

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How to Apply: Call 232-0597 for more information. Fees: Sliding scale. Funding: Federal and state funding through Kansas Department for Children and Families, Kansas Department of Health and Environment, Kansas Department of Education, and Kansas Department of Transportation.

TAX ASSISTANCE K-State Research & Extension - Shawnee County 1740 SW Western Avenue Topeka, KS 66604 785-232-0062 Fax: 785-232.0093 Website: www.shawnee.ksu.edu Cindy Evans, County Extension Agent

Free Tax Assistance Mission Statement: The Asset Building Coalition of Shawnee County provides free tax assistance, education, and outreach. Hours: Contact the extension office (or download brochure from website) for a listing of the Free Tax Assistance sites in Shawnee County where low to moderate income taxpayers can have VITA and AARP volunteers file their federal and state tax returns electronically. In 2013, free tax sites are open at various locations and times between January 28th and April 15th. Eligibility: VITA tax site serves taxpayers of all ages with household incomes of $51,000 and under. AARP tax sites serve taxpayers age 60 and older of all incomes. See the brochure for limitations. Fees: None. Funding: Free Tax Assistance sites are funded through in-kind contribution of the partner sites and funding from the United Way of Greater Topeka.

Topeka City of Character P.O. Box 152 Topeka, KS 66601-0152 785-273-4330 Fax: 785-354-1901 Email: topekacityofcharacter@gmail.com Cindy Patton, Executive Director Mission Statement: The mission of the Topeka City of Character initiative is to encourage the qualities of good character throughout the community. Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday - Friday Presentations given at anytime.

Topeka Civic Theatre & Academy 3028 SW 8th Avenue Topeka, KS 66606 785-357-5213 Fax 785-357-0719 Website: www.TopekaCivicTheatre.com Email: Vickie@TopekaCivicTheatre.com Vickie Brokke, President/CEO

How to Apply: Call 785-273-4330 for information.

Mission Statement: To enrich the lives of people in Topeka and Northeast Kansas by creating a broad range of programs and artistically excellent theatrical experiences for their education, engagement and entertainment. To nurture inspired and aspiring vocational theatre artists and support volunteers by providing positive and exciting opportunities for showcasing and developing performance, production and management skills.

Fees: None.

Hours: 9:00 a.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 6:00 p.m., Monday â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Friday.

Funding: Private donations, sponsorships, and grants.

Services: TCTA provides live community dinner theatre (nondinner seating also available). A studio series. Youth series and Theatre for Young Audiences. Comedy Improvisation. Comprehensive theatre education program for students ages 4-94.

Services: Character education materials & supplies. Presentations to group and organizations about the importance of good character to Topeka. Eligibility: No specific eligibility requirements.

Eligibility: No specific eligibility requirements, except age-specific classes. Scholarships available based on need. Fees: Admission and meal prices. Class fees vary. Funding: 65% through ticket sales, 35% through private donations.

Topeka Common Ground Project Email: topekagarden@gmail.com Facebook: topekagardens.org Alternate address: 1108 SW Fleming Court. #105 Topeka, KS 66604 Mission Statement: The Topeka Common Ground Project promotes community, healthy living, and education through community gardening. We also work with identified at-risk students and adults and collaborate with existing agencies for the betterment of individuals and the Topeka community. Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday. Services: Through gardening we teach and promote self sufficiency, nutrition, life skills, and positive social relationships and community connectedness. We work with adults, students, and anyone interested in gardening in a community garden. Eligibility: Priority neighborhoods.

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How to Apply: Contact Common Ground directly. Fees: None. Funding: Foundation grants, fundraisers and individual contributions.

Topeka Housing Authority 2010 SE California Avenue Topeka, KS 66607 785-357-8842 Fax: 785-357-2648 Website: www.tha.gov John Johnston, Executive Director Mission Statement: To accessible, affordable housing.

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Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday. Services: Leasing of Public Housing Units; two high-rises for the elderly and disabled, one elderly only high-rise, one low-rise for the elderly and disabled, three family complexes and Section 8 rent subsidy for lowto-moderate income families. Communities for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities: Jackson Towers, 1122 SW Jackson; Polk Plaza, 1312 SW Polk; Tyler Towers, 600 SW 14th; Tennessee Town, 1183 Buchanan. Family Complexes: Pine Ridge Manor at 2701 SE 10th; Deer Creek Village at 25th and Burr; Western Plaza at 1322 SW Western; Marshall Square at 3811 SW 7th; Echo Ridge at 2000 SE Echo Ridge Circle. Eligibility: For the elderly and families who cannot, because of income level, afford to pay the rental rate or purchase price required by private enterprise for decent, safe and sanitary housing. How to Apply: Application for housing can be made in person at 2010 SE California. Fees: The amount of rent is based on the household’s adjusted income. Funding: Rental income and federal subsidies and grants.

Topeka Independent Living Resource Center, Inc. 501 SW Jackson Street, Suite 100 Topeka, KS 66603-3300 785-233-4572 Toll Free: 800-443-2207 TDD 785-233-1815 Fax: 785-233-1561 Website: www.tilrc.org Mike Oxford, Executive Director

Mission Statement: To advocate for justice, equality and essential services for a fully integrated and accessible society for all people with disabilities. Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Friday. Services: Personal Assistant Management Services: Provides assistance with Home and Community Based Services. Targeted Case Management: Assists with application preparation for Medicaid in-home service qualification. Upon qualification, provide all assistance to set up an appropriate plan of care and monitor services. Individual and Systems Advocacy: Provides support for individuals to act on his/her own behalf to deal with administrative procedures of various agencies, settle disputes, secure various entitlements and financial assistance, and safeguard legal civil and human rights. Housing Assistance: Provides assistance to consumers with obtaining accessible, affordable housing. Technical assistance offered regarding accessibility and accessibility modification to existing structures. Independent Living Skills Training: Provides assistance in developing daily living skills necessary to live independently in the community. Communications Services: Interpreter services and referrals, Braille and other alternate format materials. Provides assistance to individuals with disabilities by acting as advisors, mentors and role models. Community integration: Offers intensive supports for people moving from nursing homes, hospitals, or other institutions back into home communities. Information and Referral: Maintains a library of information on specific disability related topics. Eligibility: Services available to persons with disabilities and their families. How to Apply: Apply in person or by phone.

Topeka Literacy Council 1119 SW 10th Ave, Suite 6 Topeka, KS 66604-1105 785-234-2806 Email: topekaliteracy@juno.com Keith Barton, President Mission Statement: Founded in 1967, the Topeka Literacy Council is a non-profit organization of volunteers who help adults learn to read better and improve their writing and computation skills to enhance their economic standing and raise their self-esteem. TLC also strives to educate the community about illiteracy and its effects on society. TLC is a proud member of ProLiteracy America (www.proliteracy.org). Hours: Located in the basement of Doorstep at 10th & Buchanan. Call 234-2806 to ensure that a volunteer is there. Services: TLC provides tutors free of charge to nonreaders, nonnative English speakers, and individuals with poor reading and computational skills. Students are tutored individually by appointment. TLC trains adult tutors to work with students in a confidential one-on-one setting. Tutors are trained in the Laubach Method developed by Dr. Frank Laubach in the 1930â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s when he served as a missionary in the Philippines. His motto, Each One Teach One, continues to guide us today. TLC normally holds workshop to train new tutors each year in the spring and fall. Please call our office or email us if you are interested in volunteering as a tutor. There is a fee of $25 to cover cost of materials. Eligibility: TLC volunteers will evaluate anyone interested in improving their reading or computational skills. The word list, reading comprehension, and computational tests we use serve as an indication as to the materials with which the student may start. How to Apply: Call 785-234-2806. Fees: There are no fees for evaluations or tutoring sessions. Books may be purchased or borrowed at the library. Funding: Individual donations and grants from businesses and Charitable Trusts.

Fees: Most services are free to individuals with disabilities. Fees apply for agencies . Funding: U.S. Department of Education, Rehabilitation Services Administration Grant, fees for services and donations.

Topeka Moving Ahead Program (T-MAP)

Topeka North Outreach, Inc. Second Presbyterian Church 210 NW Menninger Road Topeka, KS 66617 785-286-1370 Email: tno@giantcomm.net

Kansas Legal Services 712 S Kansas Avenue, 4th Floor Topeka, KS 66603 Marilyn Harp, Executive Director 785-233-2068 Fax: 785-270-5698 Website: www.kansaslegalservices.org Email: vincentl@klsinc.org

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Lea Vincent, Director of Employment Training Division Mission Statement: Kansas Legal Services, a statewide non-profit organization, is dedicated to helping low income Kansans meet their basic needs through the provision of essential legal, mediation and employment training services. Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Monday – Friday. Services • T-MAP is a job readiness program of Kansas Legal Services that assists individuals and families to break the cycle of homelessness through housing and employment. The service structure for T-MAP includes partnership with the Topeka Rescue Mission, case management, permanent employment and housing acquisition (Shelter-Plus-Care affiliate) and classroom and computer instruction. Eligibility: Must be unemployed and homeless. Homelessness is defined as living at the Topeka Rescue Mission or Center for Safety & Empowerment. How to Apply: information.

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Fees: T-MAP: None. Funding: U.S. Housing & Urban Development, City of Topeka and private donors.

Mission Statement: Topeka North Outreach is a group of churches in Oakland and North Topeka dedicated to serving Christ by reaching out and meeting the needs of our communities. Hours: Call 785-286-1370 for assistance. assistance available.

No walk-in

Services: Emergency assistance to the needy, including limited financial help in paying rent, utility bills and prescriptions. Provide food baskets, hygiene packs and basic essentials such as laundry soap and paper goods. Christian materials and Bibles are given to feed the Spirit as well as the body. Youth Program provides scholarships for children to attend classes, activities or camps. Operation Backpack provides nutritional kid-friendly sacks of food for children to take home from school on the weekends. Senior Citizens VIP luncheon held every Friday at noon at North Topeka Baptist Church at 123 NW Gordon. The luncheon includes Christian devotions, entertainment and fellowship and is free of charge. Adopts families through the Christmas Bureau each year; providing them with food, toys, blankets, Bibles, clothing and gifts. Eligibility: Must live in North Topeka or Oakland. Usually referred by other agencies or member churches. How to Apply: Call 785-286-1370 for assistance. Leave name, address, phone number and assistance needed and your call will be returned. Fees: None. Funding: Contributions from member churches and individuals, fundraisers by member churches and area schools. Community Grants.

Topeka Police Department

Topeka Rescue Mission

320 S. Kansas Avenue. Suite 100 Topeka, KS 66603 785-368-9551 Website: www.topeka.org/tpd

600 N Kansas Avenue P.O. Box 8350 Topeka, KS 66608-0350 785-354-1744 Fax: 785-354-8661 Website: www.trmonline.org Email: trm@trmonline.org

Ronald L. Miller, Chief of Police Mission Statement: To reduce crime in Topeka, create and facilitate safer neighborhoods and develop community partnership to meet citizen’s needs. Hours: 24 hours. Services: • Animal Control – (785) 368-9256. • Code Enforcement – (785) 368-3161. • Community Police Officers Supervisor West/Central - (785) 368-9502 North/East - (785) 368-9454 How to Apply: Topeka Police Officer Application Sergeant Colleen Stuart Recruiting & Hiring Unit 785-368-9490 Email: cstuart@topeka.org Website: www.topeka.org/JoinTPD

Reverend Barry Feaker, Executive Director Mission Statement: The Topeka Rescue Mission is a non-denominational Christian organization dedicated to helping the homeless by providing emergency shelter, meals, clothing and other items, programs, and services, to homeless men, women, and families, as well as providing food and other necessities to those in need. Hours: 24 hours per day, 365 days per year. Shelter Services: 600 N Kansas Ave, 785-354-1744 Shelter for homeless men, women and families. Distribution Services: 401 NW Norris, 785-357-4285 Clothing Bank: Monday and Wednesday afternoons by appointment only. Free clothing to those in need. Food Boxes: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9:00 a.m. 3:00 p.m. Furniture and Household Items: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Meal Services: 600 N Kansas Ave, 785-354-1744 Monday - Friday: Breakfast: 8:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. Lunch: 12:00 p.m. - 12:30 p.m. Dinner: 6:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Saturday: Brunch: 10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Dinner - 6:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Sunday: Breakfast: 8:00a.m. - 8:30 a.m. Dinner: 5:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Thrift Store: 1312 N Kansas Ave, 785-235-9094 Clothing, furniture, household item for sale at low cost 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday - Friday, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Saturday Eligibility for services/programs: Individuals/families who are homeless and/or in need. How to Apply: Call or visit the appropriate facility. Funding: Private donations, individuals, businesses, and other organizations.

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Topeka-Shawnee County Public Library 1515 SW 10th Avenue Topeka, KS 66604-1374 785-580-4400 Fax: 785-580-4496 785-580-4500 emergency number Website: www.tscpl.org Email: tscpl@tscpl.org Gina Millsap, Chief Executive Officer Mission Statement: Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library: Your place. Stories you want. Information you need. Connections you seek. Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m., Monday â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Friday. 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., Saturday. 12:00 noon - 9:00 p.m., Sunday. Services: Offers public services for adults, young adults and children including books, video cassettes, DVDs, audiocassettes, compact discs, public computers with internet access, magazines, newspapers, pamphlets, picture files, and photocopiers. Bookmobiles: Convenient neighborhood and county service. Talking Books Service: Reading materials and equipment furnished to play recorded books or magazines. 785-580-4530 or 580-4533 and toll free in Kansas 1-800-432-2925. Red Carpet Library Service 785-580-4545 TTY 785580-4544. Community Information Service 785-580-4555: Provides information about community agencies and services to residents of Topeka and Shawnee County. Meeting Rooms: Fifteen meeting rooms are available for public use. Contact the Event Coordinator at 785-580-4495. Collections: 500,000+ books, films, music for all ages. Programs: Story times, concerts and live performances, events for all ages. Eligibility: Any Topeka and Shawnee County resident. Reciprocal library privileges to those living in the Northeast Kansas 14-county area. How to Apply: Apply at the main library and bookmobiles. Fees: None. Funding: Local property tax, private philanthropy.

Topeka Workforce Center 1430 SW Topeka Boulevard Topeka, KS 66612-1853 785-235-5627 Fax: 785-233-5899 Website: www.workforcecenters.com/topeka Gina Coffman Regional Operations Manager, Northeast Kansas Mission Statement: The Topeka Workforce Center is a single point of entry to a network of employment, training and educational programs and providers in our community. The Topeka Workforce Center helps workers and job seekers access the tools needed to manage their careers through high quality information and services. Another key role of the Topeka Workforce Center is to help employers find and retain skilled workers. Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Friday. Services: Resource Center Services for Job Seekers: Internet Job Search; One-On-One Staff Assistance; Career Exploration; Labor Market Information; Employment Counseling Resume & Cover Letter Writing; Interview Preparation/Mock Interviews; Skill Assessment; Job Search Workshops; Resource Center Books, Videos and Reference Materials; Copier, Resume Paper and Fax Machine; State Civil Service Applications; Training-Retraining Opportunities; Typing, 10-Key and Data Entry Testing; Career Interest Testing; Financial Assistance for Individuals Training at Vocational Schools and Community Colleges. Employer Center Services for Employers: Labor Market Information; recruiting, assessing and applicant management; screening services; incumbent worker training, On-the-Job Training; Customized Training; Tax Credits; Interviewing Accommodation for Employers; Job Fairs; Conference Rooms; and Services for Pending Layoffs. Eligibility: Many services are at no cost to the job seeker or employer. Some programs have special eligibility requirements such as recently laid off, being a military veteran or income. How to Apply: Call or walk-in for information. Fees: None. Funding: Kansas Department of Commerce, and United States Department of Labor.

United Cerebral Palsy of Kansas 5111 E 21st Street P.O. Box 8217 Wichita, KS 67208 316-652-1538 Fax: 316-688-5687 In Topeka: 785-266-2266 Website: www.ucpks.org Email: davej@ucpks.org

United Way of Greater Topeka 1315 SW Arrowhead Road Topeka, KS 66604 785-273-4804 Services and Assistance: 2-1-1 Fax: 785-273-2467 Website: www.unitedwaytopeka.org Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/liveunitedTopeka Twitter: www.twitter.com/unitedwaytopeka

Dave Jones, Executive Director Mission Statement: To advance the independence, productivity and full citizenship of persons with cerebral palsy and other disabilities. Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday. Services: Financial aid toward purchase of assistive technology. Information and referral. Public Education. Housing, job placement and employment through cooperative agreements. Eligibility: Kansas residents with physical and/or neurological disabilities. How To Apply: Call or write - financial assistance application can be e-mailed on request. Fees: None. Funding: United Ways, Kansas Rehabilitation Services, private donations and grants.

Miriam Krehbiel, President/CEO Mission Statement: To create positive sustainable change in our community. Vision Statement: LIVE UNITED for the common good. Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday, Resources and Referral available 24/7 statewide by dialing 2-1-1. Services: United Way of Greater Topeka has a refined focus with measurable goals that start with root causes and outcomes to ultimately create a more vital, more stable and more livable community. Community partners can include local non-profit agencies, organizations, entities and concerned individuals who want to create lasting change in the areas of education, income and health or basic needs. United Way promotes supports and engages the community to LIVE UNITED by providing resources enabling everyone to Give, Advocate and Volunteer. Through comprehensive Volunteer Engagement opportunities and specialized programs, United Way offers rewarding volunteer experiences for individuals and groups of all ages and skill levels. Plus, it manages a website through which area nonprofit groups and available volunteers can connect. Eligibility: Call 785-273-4804 for information. How to Apply: Call 785-273-4804 for information. Fees: None. Funding: Various sources.

The University of Kansas Educational Opportunity Centers DOUGLAS AND SHAWNEE COUNTIES (Outreach Office) 305 Joseph R. Pearson Hall The University of Kansas 785-969-1018 (By appointment only) WYANDOTTE COUNTY (Main Office) Gateway Tower II, Suite 235 400 State Avenue Kansas City, KS 66101 913-233-1124 (By appointment only) Toll Free: 888-320-4097 Kimberly Morgan, Assistant Director Mission Statement: The Educational Opportunity Centers (EOC) serve low income and first generation adults who need assistance with enrolling in a GED program and/or post secondary educational program of their choice (i.e., vocational, community college, university). Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday - Friday, and by appointment. Services: EOC counselors assist clients with the selection of a training program and help with enrollment in the appropriate college, vocational technical school or GED program. One-to-one counseling and educational workshops are provided. Services include career counseling/assessment, academic advising; information on educational programs and financial assistance; assistance in completing applications for admissions and financial aid; and, GED information and preparation. Eligibility: The EOC serves people in Shawnee, Douglas and Wyandotte counties in Kansas. People accessing services must meet federal income guidelines, and/or have parents who have not graduated from a four-year college with a bachelor’s degree. How to Apply: Call to schedule an appointment. Advisors are available to meet at various locations throughout Topeka. Fees: All services are free of charge. Funding: U.S. Department of Education.

Washburn Law Clinic 1700 SW College Avenue Topeka, KS 66621 785-670-1191 Fax: 785-670-1094 Mission Statement: To contribute to the education and development of law students into thoughtful, skilled ethical attorneys by providing them with the opportunity to practice law and represent clients while under the personalized supervision of an experienced faculty attorney. Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday. Services: The Washburn Law Clinic represents low-income residents of Shawnee County for the following: divorce, adoptions, paternity actions, criminal, guardianship/conservatorship, emancipation, transactional law matters and some limited civil matters. The Clinic does not accept “fee-generating” cases and acceptance of certain types of cases may be closed at times depending on case load. Eligibility: Anyone meeting the financial and other eligibility guidelines. How to Apply: Call 785-670-1191. Fees: No fees are charged to qualified applicant. Funding: Not available.

YMCA of Topeka

Young Men’s Christian Association Downtown Branch 421 SW Van Buren • Topeka, KS 66603 785-354-8591 Fax: 785-354-1611 Kuehne Branch 1936 NW Tyler • Topeka, KS 66608 785-233-9815 Fax: 785-232-6224 Camp Hammond 6320 SE Stubbs Road • Berryton, KS 66409 785-379-5385 Southwest Branch 3635 SW Chelsea Drive • Topeka, KS 66614 785-271-7979 Fax: 785-271-7982 Charlie Lord, President/CEO Mission Statement: To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy mind, body and spirit. Hours: 5:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m., Monday – Friday (Downtown and SW) 5:30 a.m. – 9:00 p.m., (Kuehne); 6:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m., Saturday; 1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m., Sunday. Services: Downtown Branch: Educational programs and activities geared to the needs of the community. Facilities include three gymnasiums, swimming pool, whirlpool, indoor track, racquetball/handball courts, locker rooms, showers and child wellness center. Services include aquatics (swim lessons to competitive swimming), Summer Day Camp, youth sports, programs for active older adults, community development, and wellness/fitness. Kuehne Branch: Programs similar to the Downtown YMCA. Facilities include two gymnasiums, weight room, swimming pool, racquetball/handball courts, youth game room, saunas & whirlpools, locker rooms and five acres of outdoor playing fields. Camp Hammond: 175 acres (15-acre lake) located 15.5 miles southeast of Topeka; maintained as an outdoor camp for boys, girls and adults. Southwest Branch: Facility includes gymnasium, swimming pool, soft-play area, nursery, teen center, multi-purpose room, wellness center. Eligibility: Call for information.

YWCA

Young Women’s Christian Association 225 SW 12th Street, Topeka, KS 66612 785-233-1750 Fax: 785-233-4867 Website: www.ywcatopeka.org

Mission Statement: Dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all. Hours: Office: 8:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., Monday – Friday. Facility: Monday-Friday: 5:30 a.m. -8:00 p.m. Saturday: 7:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Sunday: 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. 24-Hour Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Services: YWCA Center for Safety and Empowerment 785-354-7927 Daytime 1-888-822-2983 Toll-Free Services: Meeting rooms available. Child and Youth Programs: Early Learning Center, Girls on the Run/Girls on Track and Kids Quest, Before and After School Program, Kids Quest summer programs. Career Assistance Network: YWCA Highway Construction program-a free, ten-week program open to racial minorities, women of all races and disadvantaged individual. Center for Safety and Empowerment: Help for individuals experiencing domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking. CSE offers the Family Peace Initiative that is a psycho-educational 27 week program for batterers, to hold them accountable for their violence and to teach them patterns of nonviolence. Menninger Bible Study Program: A four year Bible study with two years studying the Old Testament and two years studying the New Testament. Volunteer Program: Provides volunteer opportunities for people who would like to work in crisis services, help with fundraising, special events, committee work, child care, health and fitness, clerical, transportation and maintenance.

How to Apply: Call or come to any YMCA Branch. Scholarships are available.

Eligibility: all programs are open to the public.

Fees: Based on type of membership or ability to pay. Sliding fee scale used for program and membership scholarships.

How to Apply: Call 785-233-1750.

Funding: Membership fees, United Way of Greater Topeka, individual contributions, program fees and other.

Funding: Membership fees, investment income, contributions, bequests and grants.

Fees: Varies.

YWCA Center for Safety and Empowerment 225 SW 12th Street Topeka, KS 66612 785-354-7927 Topeka 785-362-2222 Holton 785-765-3333 Alma 1-888-822-2983 24 Hour Hotline

Ulrike Schlingensiepen, LMLP, Program Director Mission Statement: The YWCA Center for Safety and Empowerment is committed to providing a high quality, comprehensive response to victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. We pledge to offer support, advocacy, public education, and awareness in our community. Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Monday – Friday. Counselors on call 24 hours a day. Services: Crisis intervention: Emergency shelter, information and referrals, counselors available 24 hours a day. Court advocacy: Support and information about what to expect in the courtroom, assistance in obtaining Protection from Abuse orders and Protection for Stalking orders. Support Services: Individual counseling and support groups for women, men, and children; support and information during criminal and civil court cases; advocacy through the Orientation Assessment Referral Safety (OARS) program for victims of violence on public assistance; rural outreach services for victims in outlying counties. Prevention: Educational presentations for schools, businesses, and other organizations; in-service training for professionals/awareness-raising events. Family Peace Initiative that is a psycho-educational 27 week program for batterers, to hold them accountable for their violence and to teach them patterns of non-violence. Eligibility: Any victim of abuse from a spouse or partner, any person who is a batterer, or any victim of sexual assault or abuse who is 16 years old or older. Shelter is available for female victims and their children. How to Apply: Contact the Center. Fees: None. Funding: United Way of Greater Topeka, County Social Services Funds, Victims of Crime Act, Stop Violence Against Women Act, Protection from Abuse/Federal Family Violence Prevention, Crime Victim Assistance Fund, State General Fund, Emergency Shelter Grant, City of Topeka – General Fund, private donations and the YWCA.

Youth & Family Services

4-H Youth Development K-State Research Extension Shawnee County 1740 SW Western Avenue Topeka, KS 66604 785-232-0062 ext. 111 Fax: 785-232-0093 Website: www.shawnee.ksu.edu Email: sn@listserv.ksu.edu Candis Meerpohl, 4-H Youth Development Agent Mission Statement: Kansas 4-H Youth Development uses unique strategies and opportunities to engage youth in reaching their full potential through partnerships with caring adults. 4-H is a network of families that grows great kids. 4-H Clubs are located in Topeka and throughout Shawnee County.

Antioch Family Life Center Children’s Programs 1921 SE Indiana Avenue Topeka, KS 66607 785-232-1937 Fax: 785-232-2594 www.antiochfamilylifecenter.org

Glenda DuBoise, Executive Director Mission Statement: To provide a facility within the community through which lives are enriched and enhanced by the implementation of human and social service programs whereby, the socially and economically disadvantaged are empowered through education and training to become self-sufficient. Nutritious meals served through USD 501 Food Service during summer program.

Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday.

Light meals/snacks served during faith-based activities sponsored by the Church.

Services: 4-H Club Membership 4-H School Enrichment Program Food and Nutrition Programs 4-H Project Education Programs Youth Leadership Development Adult Volunteer opportunities

Programs: School Age Summer Children’s Defense Fund. Freedom School Reading/Math Enrichment Program. Enrollment necessary. Girls Scouts – Tuesdays, 5:00 p.m. Fees: Call 785-232-1937 for registration information.

Eligibility: Youth ages 5-18 years. How to Apply: Contact the 4-H Youth Development agent at 785-232-0062 ext. 111 or visit joinkansas4h.org

Faith-Based Services: Kids in Action (KIA) – 3 to 12 years, Tuesdays, 6:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m. Recreation/Character Building/Bible Study/Missions.

Fees: None.

Eligibility: All interested Youth – 3 years (preferably potty trained) through 18 years old.

Funding: Federal, state and county funds.

How to Apply: Call 785-232-1937 to register Fees: None. Funding: Private/public donations.

Big Brothers and Big Sisters

Boy Scouts of America Jayhawk Area Council

1119 SW 10th Avenue, Suite 3 Topeka, KS 66604 785-234-5524 Fax: 785-234-5527 Website: www.topeka.kansasbigs.org

1020 SE Monroe Street Topeka, KS 66612-1110 785-354-8541 Fax: 785-354-8722 Website: www.jayhawkcouncil.org Email: jayhawk@jayhawkcouncil.org

Nancy Knopp Daniels, Executive Director Mission Statement: Provide children facing adversity with strong and enduring, professionally supported oneto-one relationships that change their lives for the better, forever. Serve youth in Shawnee and Jefferson County. Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday. Services: Provide stable, mature, consistent and carefully screened adults to work with children ages 5-17 to provide guidance and adult role modeling. Adult volunteers and children are matched on a one-toone basis or couples on a two-to-one basis. Matches are based on residential location, mutual interests and personality preferences. Eligible children should be from single parent households or out of home placement ages 5 to 16 with the permission of the parent or guardian. Adult volunteers 18 and over. Bigs in School is a school-based mentoring program. The program matches carefully screened adults with elementary school students who read and converse together one day each week during the lunch period at school. Eligible children are referred by their teacher and have the permission of a parent or guardian. Adult Volunteers are 18 and over. School-based high school Bigs program- Currently offered in Jefferso County. High school students (Bigs) and elementary students (Littles) meet one time each week under the supervision of BBBS staff for recreation, conversation, bonding and other activities in the school. Eligibility: School based program is for children in

Wayne Pancoast, Scout Executive Mission Statement: To prepare young people to make ethical choices over their lifetime by instilling in them the values of the Scout oath and law. Hours: Office: 8:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., Monday – Friday. Scout Shop: 9:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m., Monday – Friday. 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Saturday Services: Character building, skills development, and leadership development programs based in outdoor educational environment. This program is carried out through seven phases: Tiger Cubs: First Grade. Cub Scouting (Wolf): Second Grade. Cub Scouting (Bear): Third Grade. Webelos: Grades four and five. Boy Scouts: Ages 11-18. Venturing: Ages 14-21, coed, outdoor extreme adventure program. Exploring: Ages 14-21, coed, career oriented program. Eligibility: Boys grade 1-age 20, Girls ages 14-20 in traditional and Exploring programs, all grades and co-ed for in-school programs. How to Apply: Contact the Council Office to find a program at your school or in your neighborhood. Fees: $15.00 per year for every youth member and adult volunteer.

elementary school (limited to certain schools) with permission of the parent or guardian. Community Based program is for children in single-parent or non-traditional families.

Funding: Annual giving, special events, foundations and grants, product sale, project sales, and United Way.

How to Apply: Online at www.kansasbigs.org or call 785-234-5524.

Other: All adult volunteers are required to receive youth protection training and are encouraged to become fully trained for the position they volunteer.

Fees: None. Funding: Donor supported with help from United Way, City of Topeka Juvenile Justice Authority.

Boys & Girls Club of Topeka 550 SE 27th Street Topeka, KS 66605 785-234-5601 Fax: 785-234-4512 Email: dawnmcwilliams@bgctopeka.org

Dawn McWilliams, Chief Professional Officer Mission Statement: To enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring and responsible citizens. Hours: School Year: Adams Unit: 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. School days out: 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Monday – Friday. Seaman School District Units: 7:00 a.m.- 8:45 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. School days out 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Monday – Friday. Summer: Adams Unit: 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., Monday – Friday. Indian Creek Unit: 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., Monday Friday. Services: The Club Experience- a safe, positive environment; fun; supportive relationship; opportunities and expectations; and recognition. Academic Success. Good Character & Citizenship. Healthy Lifestyles. Transportation. Eligibility: Any boy or girl age 5 (presently in or who has attended kindergarten) to 18. How to Apply: Complete a membership application at www.bgtopeka.org or visit a Club location. Fees: School Year: $10.00 per week. Reduced Lunch Recipients: $5.00 per week. Free Lunch Recipients: $ 2.50 per week. *scholarships available Summer Program: Full Price $250. Reduced Lunch & Free Lunch Recipients: $175. *scholarships available Funding: Local, State, Federal, United Way, Fundraising initiatives & contributions.

CASA of Shawnee County Court Appointed Special Advocates for Children Located at: Ramada Inn-Downtown 2nd Floor Business Offices 501 SE Jefferson Street, Suite 2002 Topeka, KS 66607 785-215-8282 24-hour answering machine Fax: 785-354-1740 Website: www.casaofshawneecounty.org Email: casatopeka@yahoo.com Sarah Terwelp, LMSW Executive Director Mission Statement: The mission of CASA of Shawnee County, Inc. is to utilize volunteers to advocate for the best interest of children and youth involved in the court system. The purpose of this advocacy is to provide a voice for these children in an effort to have informed and expedient decisions made about their future. Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday. Services: Direct certified volunteers who expedite permanency planning by providing the court with an independent, unbiased assessment of the child’s needs and by monitoring the implementation of the decisions of the court. Eligibility: Must be involved in the court system. How to Apply: Referrals from court. Fees: None. Funding: Supported by United Way of Greater Topeka, contributions, grants and fundraising efforts.

Children’s Advocacy Resource Center Kansas Legal Services 712 S Kansas Avenue, Suite 201 Topeka, KS 66603 785-354-8531 Marilyn Harp, Executive Director Toll Free: 1-800-723-6953 Fax: 785-233-2096 Website: www.kansaslegalservices.org Kellie Hogan, Project Director Kerrie Lonard, Attorney Janice Watkins, Paralegal and Outreach Education Mission Statement: To promote permanency for children involved in Child-In-Need-of-Care (CINC) cases, advocate for Kansas foster care youth, and provide legal education and support. Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday. Services: Guardian Ad Litem Support Center: Offers specialized services for Guardians Ad Litem, such as training, research, sample pleadings, litigation support, and GAL referred representation. Foster Care Helpline: Provides legal advice, representation and referral services to foster care children, their foster care families and those involved with the Child in Need of Care (CINC) system.

Christians for Life, Inc.

Facilitators of the Heart of America Memorial Wall for the Unborn 1216 SE Randolph Avenue Topeka, KS 66607 785-267-5777 Website: www.heartofamericawall.org Email: cfl@att.net Barbara Saldivar, Founder & Director Mission Statement: The purpose of Christians for Life, Inc. is to promote a culture of life by: Facilitating the building of the Heart of America Memorial Wall for the Unborn in Topeka, KS. The wall will provide healing for post abortive families as well as families wounded by miscarriages and still births. Providing education of the development of the baby in the womb and providing education concerning adoption. Hours: We have monthly meetings open to the public that consist of a time of prayer and devotion followed by a short business meeting. Our meetings are held the 2 nd Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m. Located at the Community Church (Stone Chapel), 1819 SW 21st St. Topeka, Kansas.

Eligibility: Open to children involved in foster care and other interested parties involved with children’s cases.

Services: We offer a place for people to place the name of a pre-born child whom they wish to remember by having the name of said child engraved on the black granite wall placed in the center of the garden. People who would care to go through a group or individual bible study concerning post abortion syndrome can be assisted with trained facilitators.

How to Apply: Call toll free 877-298-2674 or 785-2348345 in the Topeka area.

Eligibility: Everyone who has lost a child through abortion, miscarriage, and/or stillbirth.

Fees: None.

How to Apply: Call 785-267-5777 or see the website, www.heartofamericawall.org for an application.

Funding: Office of Judicial Administration.

Fees: We will never turn away a legitimate name. Our cost to engrave a name on the wall is between $50 to $75. Any help toward that fee plus any extra to facilitate the memorial park is greatly appreciated. The bible studies are free. Funding: Public and Private.

Community Action Inc., Head Start 1000 SE Hancock Street Topeka, KS 66607 785-235-9561 Fax: 785-235-9564 www.cactiontopeka.com Email: marmon@inlandnet.net Phyllis Marmon, Executive Director Community Action, Inc. is a grantee for Head Start programs in Shawnee County and Wabaunsee County and offers services for families from the time they learn of a pregnancy until the child is of school age.

Children enrolling in the center-based preschool program must be three or four years of age on or before August 31 of the year that they begin attending the center-based program. Several factors may be considered in determining selection for the program: Including family size, special needs/developmental delays and other family factors. Families with children who are receiving foster care services or have special needs are encouraged to apply. How to Apply: Contact Community Action Head Start at 785-266-0245. Fees: Head Start services are offered at no charge.

Mission Statement: To help break the cycle of poverty facing preschool children in low-income families since 1964. Today Head Start is a comprehensive child development program available to income-eligible families at no cost. Hours: 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Services: Preschool: During the school year, Head Start preschool sessions are offered morning and afternoon, Monday - Friday. Comprehensive preschool for children ages 3, 4 & 5; and child care with partner agencies and home visitation for children younger than 3 years. All families participating in Head Start receive health and social services, information to enhance their childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s development and opportunities to participate in program activities. Extended day child care, for the entire year, is available for a limited number of enrolled children from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday - Friday. Parent education, parent support groups, social activities, coordination of comprehensive family support services and referrals to social services. Bus transportation to and from Community Action Head Start is provided for children enrolled in the preschool program who live within defined areas in east and north Topeka and in adjacent neighborhoods in Shawnee County. Eligibility: Pregnant women and families with children from age 0 to school-age that have a household income at or below 100% of the federal poverty guideline are eligible for Head Start.

Funding: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, SRS, State of Kansas, Kansas Public Preschool Project and Parents as Teachers.

Community Advocates for Social Enrichment (CASE)

Easter Seals Capper Foundation (Youth)

528 NE Lime Street Topeka, KS 66616 785-845-5460 Website: www.kscaseinc.org robert.soria@ymail.com

3500 SW 10th Avenue Topeka, KS 66604 785-272-4060 Fax: 785-272-7912 Website: www.capper.easterseals.com Email: abilities@capper.easterseals.com

Robert Soria, Executive Director

James L. Leiker, President & CEO

Mission Statement: CASE endeavors to empower and inspire our community by imparting tools and resources for sociocultural development and by encouraging servant leadership.

Mission Statement: To enhance the independence of people with physical disabilities, primarily children.

Hours: 9:00 am - 5:30 pm, Monday – Friday.

Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday – Friday, some evening and Saturday services.

Services: LEAD - The Latino Empowerment and Development Program is an educational series of classes designed to impart leadership skills and community pride through servant leadership. In addition, students will learn various networking, social and academic tools to help them succeed in high school and post secondary education Man School - A program designed to meet the needs of at-risk young men who lack many of the skills and personal values that are necessary for the success of mature, fully-functioning men in the community. Participants of the Man School program are likely to not have either the social support or the initiative to reach many goals on their own, have potentially already faced significant setbacks due to problems with the legal system, educational system, and/or come from a dysfunctional home. Man School grew out of a need to not only help young men learn what it takes to be successful, contributing citizens, employees, fathers, and role models, but why these characteristics are vitally important.

Services: Autism Services and Support Group Infant Development Kidlink Childcare & Preschool: Children ages 2 and one-half to 6 years are eligible. Childcare: 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday - Friday. Preschool: 8:45 a.m. to 11:45 a.m., Monday - Friday. Lunch, morning and afternoon snacks are provided. Pediatric Therapy Services: Physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech-language therapy, individual/family consultations, behavioral services. Recreation Services: Adaptive Recreation=Open swim, ARTSTAR, “iCanBike” (formerly Lose The Training Wheels). Eligibility: No Eligibility Requirements. How to Apply: Call 785-272-4060. Funding: Supported by voluntary contributions, fee for service, and grants.

Eligibility: LEAD: High school-aged young men and women of any ethnic or racial background. Man School: High school-aged young men of any ethnic or racial background. How to Apply: Call robert.soria@ymail.com.

785-845-5460

Fees: None. Funding: Fundraising events, private donations, private grants.

Expanded Food and Nutrition Education A Program of K-State Research & Extension, Shawnee County 1740 SW Western Topeka, KS 66604 785-232-0062 ext. 119 Spanish: 785-232-2166 Fax: 785-232-0093 Website: www.shawnee.ksu.edu Email: ljmartin@ ksu.edu Lisa Martin, MPH, RD, LD Family & Consumer Sciences Agent Mission Statement: EFNEP empowers homemakers to take charge of their familiesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; nutritional needs. Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Friday. Services: EFNEP provides nutrition education to families with limited resources with one-to-one visits in the home and/or with group lessons. Lessons focus on stretching food dollars, feeding young children, preparing nutritionally-balanced meals, etc. Eligibility: Low-income families with young children. How to Apply: Contact the Family and Consumer Sciences Agent. Fees: None. Funding: Federal funds.

Families Together, Inc. 501 SW Jackson Street, Suite 400 Topeka, KS 66603 Voice & TTD: 785-233-4777 Toll Free: 800-264-6343 Fax: 785-233-4787 Website: www.familiestogetherinc.org Email: Topeka@familiestogetherinc.org Lesli Girard, Program Director Mission Statement: Families Together, Inc. is dedicated to a society that includes and values all people, encourages, educates and empowers families that include a child/youth with disabilities and/or special health care needs. Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Monday - Friday (Closed on Fridays from late May to mid August). Services: Parent training and information and family-to-family health care center for Kansas, dedicated to assisting Kansas parents and their sons and daughters with disabilities and/or special health care needs. Services include parent assistance, information and referral, workshops, conferences, advocacy support, newsletter, presentations, and lending library. Additional Programs: Education Advocate, Child Advocate and Parent-to-Parent Programs. Spanish speaking staff available to assist families. Eligibility: Families in Kansas with sons or daughters with disabilities and/or special health care needs. How to Apply: Call 785-233-4777. Fees: None Funding: U.S. Department of Education: Special Education Programs, US Department Health and Human Services, Health Resources and Services Administration, Kansas State Department of Education, Kansas State Department of Health and Environment, and Kansas Department of Children and Families.

Family Service & Guidance Center

Florence Crittenton Services of Topeka, Inc.

325 SW Frazier Avenue Topeka, KS 66606 785-232-5005 Fax: 785-232-8611

2649 SW Arrowhead Road Topeka, KS 66614 785-233-0516 Fax: 785-233-3806 Website: www.flocritkansas.org Email: maryw@flocritkansas.org

Brenda S. Mills, MSM, CPA, Chief Executive Officer Mission Statement: Family Service and Guidance Center provides behavioral health care to children and families, and professional training opportunities in an environment committed to quality, innovation, and effective outcomes. Hours: 7:30 a.m. - 8:00 p.m., Monday â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Thursday, 7:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., Friday, 24-hour crisis services. Services: 24-hour crisis services, including mobile crisis services. Support groups, including parent-to-parent peer support, support for siblings of mentally ill children, Parent Support and Grandparent Support. The Center for Learning Disorders. Psychiatric services provided by four Board-certified Child and Adolescent Psychiatrists, and four ARNPs. The Youth Development Center program for schoolages children. The Early Childhood Intervention Program, including the Preschool Development Center therapeutic preschool, for preschool-aged children. Outpatient therapy, including individual, group and family. Psychological evaluations. Community outreach and education. Case management, individual community support and attendant care. Eligibility: All services are available to all Shawnee County residents 18 and younger, and their families. Many services are available to all children 18 and younger, and their families.

JoLana Pinon Chief Executive Officer Mission Statement: Florence Crittenton Services offers hope for future independence to the troubled young women of Kansas by providing strengths- and skillsbased treatment within a therapeutic environment with medical/psychiatric care and educational opportunities building contributing members to our community. Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Friday, 24 hour residential services. Services: Psychiatric Residential Treatment. Individual Therapy. Daily Treatment Groups. Medication Evaluation and Management. Alcohol and other Drug Treatment. On-Site School. Skills for managing symptoms in the community. Advocacy for special needs. Eligibility: Must screen for Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facility (PRTF). How to Apply: Request PRTF screen through your local Community Mental Health Center. Fees: Daily rates of reimbursement established by the State of Kansas. Funding: Private donations, grants and Medicaid.

How to Apply: Call 785-232-5005 for more information or to arrange an admission appointment. Fees: FSGC accepts most third-party insurance, Medicaid, HealthWave, and self-pay. A sliding fee scale based on family income is also available to Shawnee County residents. Funding: Client fees, federal, state and county aid; private gifts; state and federal grants; United Way of Greater Topeka.

Girl Scouts Of NE Kansas & NW Missouri

Heavenly Visions Foundation

Headquarters 8383 Blue Parkway Kansas City, MO 64133 1-800-728-8750 Fax: 816-358-5714 Resource Center 2300 SW 29th Street, Suite 200 Topeka, KS 66611 785-273-3100

2745 SW Villa West Drive #803 Topeka, KS 66614 785-608-3291 Fax: 785-408-5713 Website: www.heavenlyvisions.us Email: heavenlyvisionsphotography@yahoo.com Yolanda Taylor, President/Photography Instructor Mission Statement: To empower and inspire young people to explore their creative abilities, and to learn about the world they live in through photography.

Website: www.girlscoutsksmo.org Karen Grode, CEO Mission Statement: Girl Scouts build girls of courage, confidence and character who make the world a better place. Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday. Services: In partnership with committed adults, Girl Scout programs help girls develop leadership qualities, build character, learn new skills and gain a strong sense of community. Activities are designed to help girls discover their own strengths and connect with friends in a safe environment. The Girl Scout leadership philosophy is based on three components: Discovering - Girls learn to understand themselves, their values and using their knowledge and skills to explore the world, Connecting - Caring about, inspiring and teaming with others locally and globally, Taking Action Acting to make the world a better place. th

Eligibility: All girls ages Kindergarten through 12 grade are invited to join Girl Scouting through the council’s 47 county jurisdiction, including Shawnee County, Kansas. How to Apply: Contact the Council office or neighborhood troop leaders for information on troop or group placement and registration procedures. Fees: Individual registration fee of $12 annually to become a member. Troop dues and other expenses vary. Scholarships are available. Funding: United Way of Greater Topeka, United Ways in other communities served by the council, individual contributions, grants, and annual product sales.

Hours: After school program: 5:00 pm - 7:00pm Monday - Central Park Community Center Wednesday - Garfield Community Center Thursday - Hillcrest Community Center Services: • Photography training provided to youth – Students utilize training received in photography to capture images of sports and athletic events, other special events, portrait photography, nature photography and various historic sites in the community. Eligibility: Structural program in photography offered to school age youth ages 8-18. How to Apply: Program information and brochures available through Yolanda Taylor at 785-608-3291. Fees: None. Funding: Donations, fundraisers and grants.

Junior Achievement 501 SE Jefferson Street, Suite 22 Topeka, KS 66607 785-235-3700 Fax: 785-235-8507 Website: www.kansasja.org Email: matt@kansasja.org

Matt Shroyer - Business Development Coordinator Mission Statement: Junior Achievement will ensure that every child in America has a fundamental understating of the free enterprise system. Hours: Administrative: 9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., Monday – Friday. Services: Community volunteers go into the class rooms and teach children relevant, hands on experience that give students from kindergarten through high school knowledge and skills in financial literacy, work readiness, and entrepreneurship. Junior Achievement is Kansas’ largest organization dedicated to giving young people the knowledge and skills they need to own their economic success, plan for their future and make smart academic and financial choices. Eligibility: Schools/School districts. How to Apply: Call 785-235-3700. Fees: None. Funding: Private funding.

Kansas Children’s Service League 3545 SW 5th Street Topeka, KS 66606 785-274-3100 Toll Free: 1-877-530-5275 Fax: 785-274-3824 Website: www.kcsl.org Dona Booe, President/CEO Mission Statement: To protect and promote the wellbeing of children. Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday, juvenile intake available to law enforcement 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Services: Juvenile Intake Services for the 3rd Judicial District: Risk & Needs Assessment; Resource and Referral Services; Immediate Intervention Program. Family Support Services: Intake, Risk & Needs Assessment; Resource, System’s Navigation & Referral Services; Case Management; Home Visitation; Emergency Resources; Spanish Liaison; Parent Education. School-Based Truancy Prevention Services: School Liaison; Truancy Prevention Education Project; School-based Community Care (case mgmt); Community Service Alternative Education Program. Foster Care sponsorship of a network of family foster homes that provide temporary care for children who have been abused or for some reason are unable to remain with their families. • Healthy Families Topeka provides new parents with intensive, in-home parenting information and support to promote positive parent/child interaction and build stronger families. • Counseling: Short-term therapy for children and families that helps build upon their strengths and discover alternative ways to manage family living. • Oasis – Services for Runaway & Homeless Youth: Free and voluntary program to families with children ages 10 through 18 who are at-risk for running away or who have already run away from home. The program is offered in Dickinson, Geary, Riley, Saline, Shawnee, and Wabaunsee Counties and is designed to prevent youth homelessness, out of home placement and to safely reunite children with their families. Crisis intervention services provided are aimed at preventing the youth from running away in the future. Kansas Children’s Service League continued.

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Infant Adoption/From Heart to Home: Services for both birth parents and families wishing to adopt. Birth parents call 877-581-5437; prospective adoptive families 877-530-5275. State Adoption: Operates the statewide Adoption Exchange including photo listing website, information and referral to agencies providing foster care adoption services and support, and public awareness activities promoting adoption through the foster care system. www.adoptkskids.org. Parent Helpline: (24 hours) assists parents who are experiencing conflict or seeking to prevent family problems. 1-800-CHILDREN. Community Resource Library: Child abuse affiliates, professionals, and parents can receive or check out a wide variety of information, materials, and videos dealing with children and families. Training: Is provided, via e-learning, to social service and child care professionals, advocates, volunteers and others who work with children and families. Advocacy: Insures that systems, policies, and laws promote and strengthen Kansas children and families while increasing community participation and development of child welfare initiatives throughout the state.

Eligibility: Vary by program, please contact individual program for more information. Fees: Vary by program, please contact individual program for more information. Funding: United Way of Great Topeka, City of Topeka, Shawnee County, Office of Juvenile Justice, Kansas Juvenile Justice Authority, Children’s Alliance of Kansas, Kansas Criminal Justice. City, county, and state funds, private donations, fees, government contracts and foundation grants.

Kansas Juvenile Correctional Complex 1430 NW 25th Street Topeka, KS 66618-1423 785-354-9800 Fax: 785-354-9878 Email: krohr@jja.ks.gov Kyle Rohr, Superintendent Mission Statement: Changing lives of at-risk youth and their families for safer, stronger Kansas communities. Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday. Services: Care, custody and control of sentenced juvenile offenders. Assessment, case planning and case review. Provide education, active learning, work experience and services which will enable juvenile offenders to develop skills that will demonstrate that they are capable of productive, competent and law abiding behavior. Medical services. Treatment services with specialty in sex offenders, drug and alcohol, mental health and behavior training. Eligibility: Sentenced by a Kansas Court. How to Apply: Contact Shawna Mercer in the HR Department of the Kansas Juvenile Correction Complex. Fees: None. Funding: State General Fund Budget.

Kansas State Fire Marshal Office Y-FIRE Program 1000 SW Jackson Street, Suite 230 Topeka, KS 66612-1274 785-296-3403 Fax 785-296-8645 Website: www.kdheks.gov/y-fire Email: elena.nuss@ksfm.ks.gov Elena C. Nuss, Program Director Mission Statement: To reduce the death, injury and property loss due to child fire play and juvenile arson fires in Kansas. Hours: 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Monday – Friday. Services: Referral services for child fire setters and their families/caregivers. Resources – including Loaner Library. Professional Development – education/training for professionals/community partners on juvenile fire setting, fire safety and burn injury prevention. Local community coalition building. Curriculum packages/materials Preschool to High School. Eligibility: Anyone needing information, resources, and education or referral services can contact the program for assistance. Local jurisdictions, often under the direction of the local fire department may have programs to offer dependent upon the area of the state. How to Apply: Contact Elena Nuss 785-296-3403. Fees: No cost.

Keys for Networking, Inc. 2348 S Topeka Boulevard Topeka, KS 66611 785-233-8732 Toll Free: 1-800-499-8732 Fax: 785-235-6659 Website: www.keys.org Email: jadams@keys.org

Jane Adams, Ph.D., Executive Director Mission Statement: To support and mobilize families who have children with emotional/behavioral problems and the school and community agencies which serve them through training, education, advocacy and system change. Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday. Services: Promote family input/involvement on decision making committees and forums which develop and monitor policy, planning and service delivery for children with serious emotional/behavioral problems at all levels of government and policy-making-local, regional, state, legislative, executive and judicial branches. Nurture and support family connections to each other and to quality services. Provide family assistance through information, support and training in local communities resulting in self-advocacy. Eligibility: Families raising emotional/behavioral problems.

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How to Apply: Call, write or come in person. Fees: None. Funding: State, federal grants and contracts.

Funding: State services are funded by the Kansas State Fire Marshal Office with support from the Kansas Department of Health and Environment Office of Health Promotion, Injury and Disability Section. Some local fire departments and other community partners support local efforts. Federal grants and supporting funds are often available to support state and local programs.

KVC Behavioral HealthCare, Inc.

LifeHouse Child Advocacy Center

2942 SW Wanamaker Drive, Suite 1B Topeka, KS 66614 785-267-4530 785-266-3428 Website:www.kvc.org Email: rlincoln@kv.org

303 S. Kansas Avenue, Suite 2 Topeka, KS 66603 785-232-5433 Fax: 785-232-5434 Website: www.lifehousecac.com Email: cac@lifehousecac.com

Renee Lincoln, LMSW NE KS Regional Director Mission Statement: It is the mission of KVC to enrich and enhance the lives of children and families by providing medical and behavioral health care, social services and education. Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday - Friday. Services: Foster Family Care Adoption Services State Contract Services: Child Welfare and Behavioral Health Outpatient Services School-based Family Services Training and Education Eligibility: Call 785-267-4530 How to apply: Call 785-267-4530 Fees: Free foster parent training and on-going support. Funding:

Kelly Stephens, Executive Director Mission Statement: To provide services to victims of violent crime.

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Hours: 8:00 a.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 5:00 p.m. Monday â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Friday. On call advocacy for medical exams 24/7. Services: Provides services to children who are victims of sexual and/or physical abuse, or are witnesses to domestic violence and other crimes. LifeHouse uses various programs to provide help and protection without causing further suffering. These programs include advocacy during medical exams provided 24/7, the Kids in Court program, Project Safetalk, the Shawnee County Multidisciplinary Child Protection Team, and Talking about Touching. The Kids in Court Program provide education and support to children and families going to court. Project Safetalk allows child victims to be interviewed in a child friendly setting that is recorded on DVD, reducing the number of times a child must talk about their abuse. LifeHouse provides advocacy, information and counseling referrals to their accompanying non-offending parent(s) or guardian(s) at that time. LifeHouse CAC houses a small resource library for victims and families, funded by the Women of Steel. LifeHouse CAC also presents Talking About Touching, A Personal Safety Curriculum in schools and daycares. Also available for teachers, counselors and daycare providers. Shawnee County Multidisciplinary Child Protection Team is facilitated by LifeHouse CAC and is represented by members of the medical, judicial, legal, educational, law enforcement, mental health and human services sectors. The SCMCPT provides expert consultation upon agency referral. Eligibility: Victims with open criminal child abuse cases or open DCF cases are referred to LifeHouse CAC. Education providers are welcome to check out the child abuse prevention education curriculum. How to Apply: No need to apply. Fees: None. Funding: Grants, fundraisers, and donations.

Parents as Teachers Topeka Public Schools 2331 SW Topeka Blvd Topeka, KS 66611 785-274-6480 Fax: 785-438-5974 Leslie Petty, Program Coordinator Mission Statement: Parents are their child’s first and most influential teachers. Parents as Teachers offer parenting education and support for families with children, prenatal through the age of three. Parents as Teachers is a free early learning program that provides practical, effective ways to encourage learning for families with children prenatal to age three. Hours: Flexible. Personal visits and play groups are offered during the day and evening. Services: Personal Visits: Certified parent educators, trained in child development help parents understand what to expect as their child grows and develops and suggests activities to encourage learning. Soon to be parents and parents with children birth to age 3. Play groups are offered daily Monday – Friday (except when USD 501 schools are not in session) at a variety of times to give parents the opportunity to share an hour of hands-on learning activities with their child. Play groups take place at the playroom 2331 SW Topeka Blvd. Play groups are offered September through May for families with children from birth to age 5 that live in the USD 501 school district. Developmental Screenings: Provides periodic developmental screenings for early detection of potential problems to prevent later difficulties in school. Resource Network: Certified educators’ help families access other needed community services that are beyond the scope of the Parents as Teachers Program. Volunteer opportunities including monthly volunteer work nights. Eligibility: Live in the Topeka Public Schools attendance area and are parenting a child prenatal to age 3. Play groups are for children birth to age 5. How to Apply: Call the PAT office; email us at topekaparentsasteachers@gmail.com; Google our Facebook page at Parents as Teachers-Topeka Public Schools. Fees: None.

Pathway Family Services Inc., PRTF 4101 SW Martin Drive Topeka, KS 66609 785-783-8438 Fax: 785-861-7147 Website: www.pathwayfs.org Mission Statement: Opportunities.

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Hours: 8:00 a.m. -5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday. Services offered 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Services: We offer comprehensive mental health and substance abuse treatment for youth. These Trauma Informed Care programs are designed to provide short-term, intense, focused treatment that is offered 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Pathway Family Services, Inc. works actively with families, child welfare agencies, hospitals, and community health centers, in collaborative partnership, to offer strengths-based, culturally competent, and medically appropriate treatment designed to meet the individual needs of the resident, including those residents identified with severe emotional and behavioral issues. Trained clinical therapists and staff implement evidence-based therapeutic strategies to treat children and adolescents effectively. Some of these strategies include: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Adventure-Based Therapy, Personal Safety Training, and Anxiety Management. An educational program approved by the Kansas State Board of Education is provided by USD 437. The educational program is free of charge and is appropriate to the needs of each student. Eligibility: Forty-nine beds: 29 males and 20 females serving youth ages 6 through 18. Highly structured environment. Medicaid provider and provider agreements with SRS and JJA. We accept private referrals from families. How to Apply: To send referral or receive further admission information phone 785-783-8438 or fax 785861-7147. Accepting private referrals- for more information visit our website www.pathwayfs.org. Fees: Based on the Medicaid rate. Funding: Medicaid/ Private Insurance.

Funding: Topeka Public Schools, Kansas State Board of Education and various grants.

Prevention & Recovery Services - Youth Programs

A Program of Community Action

2209 SW 29th Street Topeka, KS 66611 785-266-8666 Fax: 785-266-3833 www.parstopeka.com www.safestreets.org

Elmer Robinson: Program Coordinator

Mission Statement: Shawnee Regional Prevention and Recovery Services (PARS) is a not-for-profit, voluntary health organization. PARS is committed to helping make our community a place where people of all ages are safe, connected with others and free from the effects of substance abuse. PARS has two divisions, the Regional Prevention Center and Safe Streets. The Regional Prevention Center, or RPC, provides assistance and education regarding substances and related behaviors to youth, families, schools, businesses and the community. Safe Streets works to create a healthier community by addressing substance abuse and crime through prevention education and citizen empowerment. Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday – Thursday and 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Friday. Evening’s by appointment. Services: Youth Evaluation Program: Provides children and teenagers with substance abuse assessments and evaluations. Clients may be referred to education groups, counseling, or substance abuse treatment. For more information call Cheryl at 785-266-8666. Youth education and programs are also available. The Force (Safe Streets) is for Topeka area youth ages 12-18 who are committed to being alcohol and drug free. The group provides a positive and safe place for area youth to meet, plan activities and participate in the community. Their web site is www.facebook.com/RememberingLastNight. Contact 785-266-4606 for meeting dates and times. Eligibility: Call 785-266-8666 for more information. How to Apply: Call above numbers. Fees: Vary based on program. Funding: The United Way of Greater Topeka, the City of Topeka and Shawnee County Alcohol and Drug Program Funds and Kansas Department of Children and Families/Addiction and Prevention Services.

Project Attention 621 SE Swygart Topeka, KS 66607 785-235-9296, Ext. 126 Fax: 785-290-3200

Mission Statement: Strengthening school families and their communities through partnerships. Hours: Regular business hours, Monday - Friday (12-month program) Services: Health and information services. Direct services including those related to vision needs, school supplies and other supportive services promoting school attendance and educational achievement. Back-to-School Fair. The First Tee® of Shawnee County. Eligibility: Low-income elementary school families attending schools served by the program. How to Apply: Contact Elmer Robinson, program coordinator. Fees: None. Funding: Federal, state, local funds and private donations.

Ronald McDonald House Charities of Northeast Kansas, Inc. 825 SW Buchanan Topeka, KS 66606-1427 785-235-6852 Fax: 785-235-3170 Website: www.rmhctopeka.org Email: martha@rmhctopeka.org, jennifer@rmhctopeka.org Martha Hagedorn-Krass, CEO/Executive Director Jennifer Taylor, House Manager Mission Statement: Ronald McDonald House Charities lifts children and families to a better tomorrow by providing a home-away-from-home for families of seriously ill children and young adults receiving medical care in Topeka, Kansas. Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Services: Established in 1988, our facility includes eight bedrooms with full baths, a large dining room, double kitchen, comfortable living area, family room, laundry room, play yard and off-street parking. Facility is handicap accessible. Eligibility: Guests must be referred by physician, nurse or social worker to stay at the house. Eligible families must live outside the city limits of Topeka. Most of our families are parents of premature infants but we also host families of pediatric intensive care and adolescent mental health patients. In addition, we open our doors to cases of pre-term, high-risk pregnancies and NeoNatal adoptions. Because the house is a communal living environment, guest must meet several basic health and legal thresholds to be eligible to stay. Fees: We request a donation $15 per room per night. However, no eligible family is turned away due to inability to pay. Funding: Individual and corporate donations, grants and other sources.

Safe Visit

A Program of the YMCA Mailing Address: PO Box 8730, Topeka KS 66608 Physical Address: 2036 NW Taylor, Topeka KS 66608 785-234-4677 Fax: 785-234-5466 Website: projectappleseed.org/safevisit.html Email: safevisit@att.net Connie Sanchez, Administrator Mission Statement: The mission of the Safe Visit Program is to provide a safe, structured environment which promotes positive contact between children and vulnerable parents when circumstances warrant a need for third party intervention. Hours: Security is present during all direct service hours Supervised Visits (All visits are one hour in duration). Wednesday: 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Friday: 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Saturday: 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Sunday: 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monitored Exchanges occur Wednesday: drop off at 4:45 p.m.; pick up at 5:00 p.m. drop off at 8:00 p.m.; pick up at 8:15 p.m. Friday: drop off at 5:45 p.m.; pick up at 6:00 p.m. drop off at 7:45 p.m.; pick up at 8:00 p.m. Saturday: drop off at 9:45 a.m.; pick up at 10:00 a.m. drop off at 3:15 p.m.; pick up at 3:30 p.m. Sunday: drop off at 12:30 p.m.; pick up at 12:45p.m. drop off at 5:30 p.m.; pick up at 5:45 p.m. Services: Supervised visits provide a safe, neutral environment so families and children can maintain contact when supervision is needed for the protection of the child. Monitored exchanges provide a safe, neutral environment for children being exchanged between custodial and visiting parents/family to avoid any confrontation that could be harmful to the children. Eligibility: Self referral or court ordered for services. How to Apply: Each party must call and schedule an in-person intake appointment; this allows staff to review guidelines, assess fees and answer questions before visits or exchanges begin. An orientation for the child/children occurs prior to services being scheduled. Fees: Intake is $50 for each party; A Sliding Scale is available with income verification for direct service. Costs are typically shared to ensure commitment to service. Visits are $40 at 100% or $20 per hr at 50/50 split. Exchanges are $5 per exchange per party. Funding: State Child Exchange and Visitation Center Program; as administered by the Kansas Attorney General, the Federal State Access and Visitation Program as administered by the Governorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Grants Program and other various grant/foundation sources.

Sheldon Child Development Center - Head Start 1155 SW Seabrook Avenue Topeka, KS 66604-1852 785-438-4530 Fax: 785-271-3647

TARC Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Services 2701 Randolph Avenue Topeka, KS 66611 785-232-0597 Fax: 785-232-2097 Website: www.tarcinc.org/chserv.htm Cathie Huckins, Director

Scott Henson, Director/Principal Mission Statement: To provide a quality, comprehensive, interdisciplinary, child development program for all eligible preschool children and their families encouraging each to develop to their fullest potential. Hours: Children attend morning or afternoon sessions four days a week: 8:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. or 12:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Services: Early Childhood Educational Programming. Certified Early Childhood Teachers. Collaboration Services for Special Needs Children. Health, Nutrition, and Social Services. Transportation. Bi-Lingual Staff. Parent Involvement Activities. Parent Education Activities w/GED classes. Eligibility: Income guidelines for children ages 3 & 4 years of age by August 31st set by the federal government. How to Apply: Contact Sheldon CDC â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Head Start at 785-438-4530. Fees: None. Funding: ACYF, Head Start Bureau: federal and In-Kind Services provided by community partners.

Mission Statement: TARC enhances the lives of people affected by intellectual, developmental and related disabilities through commitment to excellence in service, support and advocacy. Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Monday - Friday Services: Family Service Coordination. Early Childhood Special Education. Occupational Therapy. Physical Therapy. Social Work. Transportation. Computer and Adaptive Equipment Services. Speech & Language Therapy. Eligibility: Call for more information. How to Apply: Call Shawnee County Infant-Toddler Services 785-233-7374. Fees: None. Funding: Shawnee County mill levy, United Way of Greater Topeka, Medicaid funding, Kansas Department of Education, Kansas Department of Health & Environment and donations.

TDC Learning Centers, Inc. 3500 SW 10th Avenue, Topeka, KS 66604 785-272-5051 Fax: 785-272-1906 Website: www.learnplaygrow.org Email: tdc@learnplaygrow.org

Topeka Youth Project, Inc. 2901 SW Burlingame Road, Suite B Topeka, KS 66611 785-273-4141 Fax: 785-273-9417 Website: www.topekayouthproject.org Email: wong@typ.kscoxmail.com

Kerry Tummons, Executive Director

Georgianna Wong, Executive Director

Mission Statement: To provide early care and education to facilitate the development of children and families to their fullest potential.

Mission Statement: Empowering youth in our community to become productive and responsible adults by providing constructive opportunities to prevent highrisk behaviors.

Hours: Varies by Center Full Day Centers: 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., Monday Friday, year round. Highland Park PCLS: 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., when 501 schools are in session. Main Office: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Monday - Friday. Services: Full-Day Childcare and early education programs for children ages 2 weeks to 6 years. Parent-Child Learning Center primarily serving parenting teens who wish to complete their high school education. Employer-Sponsored Full day program. Additional drop-in care service now available at 3 locations. The TDC curriculum is based on the belief that children are continually learning, both in school and out. Classroom activities will provide learning in all areas of children’s development: physical, cognitive, language, social, emotional and creative. Regular developmental assessments and reports are built into the program. Parents have many opportunities to participate in their child’s education through family fun nights, parent/teacher conferences, Parent Connect groups and more. Additional services: Children who are preschool aged also receive free on-site enrichment activities such as kid’s zumba, gymnastics and dance. Eligibility: No special eligibility requirements. How to Apply: Call main office at 785-272-5051. Fees: Call for current rates. We are a DCF provider and have locations available to accept NACCRA Subsidy and VA Subsidy.

Hours: Fall: 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., Monday - Thursday and 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Friday. Saturday workshop 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Summer: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday. Services: Jobs for Young Adults, 28 to 34 hour job readiness life skills workshop for 16-20 year olds. 95% certification rate and 94% employment rate. 6 month follow-up with employer and youth. Topeka/Shawnee County Youth Court: Youth driven courts for first time offenders. All officers and the jury are high school youth. Court is held the third Thursday of the month at Shawnee County Court House, third floor, 3 court rooms. Jury decides sanctions and upon completion, their ticket is expunged. The defendants are all high school students. Youth Council: Mayor’s Advisory Council meets monthly and provides community service to the elderly and children. The Council is comprised of area high school students recommended by their principals. They share with the Mayor and council issues facing the youth in Topeka. They are also youth court officers. Eligibility: 13 to 20 year olds, in school, have GED or working towards the GED. How to Apply: Call 785-273-4141 or register on-line at www.topekayouthproject.org. Fees: Jobs for Young Adult’s has a $25 fee; Youth Court fee is $75; Youth Council no fee. Funding: City of Topeka, Shawnee County, private contributions and fees.

Funding: TDC operates as a non-profit and is supported by parent tuition, DCF, CACFP, Shawnee County, City of Topeka, grants, donations and fund raising activities.

United Way Successful Connections 1315 SW Arrowhead Road, Suite C Topeka, Kansas 66604 785-272-0878 Fax: 785-273-2467 Website: www.unitedwaytopeka.org Email: successful.connections@unitedwaytopeka.org Lori McReynolds, LMSW, DEC Project Coordinator Mission Statement: To create a comprehensive service delivery system dedicated to ensuring a coordinated community response in serving families with children, prenatal to school age. All families with children, prenatal to school age, in Shawnee County will have knowledge of and access to comprehensive, effective, and coordinated community support services that meet their individualized needs to achieve successful outcomes. Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday – Friday. Services: Assessment and Referral – Successful Connections has an Early Identification and Referral Team that will meet with pregnant women and families with a new baby, in order to access their needs and connect them to the support services that meet the families need. Resource and Referral - An Interagency release form is signed by parents, so that agencies can share information in order to find the best solution possible for family with multiple needs. Community partners provide weekly updates, which is distributed among the home visitation agencies to include information on availability in the programs as well as upcoming events for families. Follow-up and Evaluation – Successful Connections has a community-wide data base that tracks all the families referred and our success in getting the families enrolled in the programs recommended. This data tells us much about the needs of families in our community, how successful we are at serving these families, and trends that are important to address when writing grants and strategically planning for the future. Training – Each month a Brown Bag luncheon is offered on topics that home visitors have requested Funding/Grants – Collaborative grants are written to benefit the home visitation community and families with children prenatal to school-age. Successful Connections helps support the Shawnee County Early childhood Collaboration (ECC), by setting the agenda, providing minutes, emailing, etc. Successful Connections supports the Kansas Alliance for Drug Endangered Children (DEC) of Shawnee

County. The DEC Coordinator is on the Successful Connections staff, and is staff to the DEC Executive Team, providing support, setting the agenda, taking minutes, etc. Eligibility: Any pregnant woman or family with young children that live in Shawnee County looking for child development or support services. How to Apply: Call Successful Connections at 785272-0878 and someone will set up an appointment (home or at the office) to visit with you about your needs. Fees: None. Funding: JJA, Community Based Child Abuse and Prevention Grant, City and County Funds and other grant funds available.

USD 501 Clothing Bank

The Villages, Inc.

2424 SE California Avenue Topeka, KS 66605-1797 785-274-6026 Fax: 785-274-4896 Email: fmiller@topeka.k12.ks.us

7240 SW 10th Street Topeka, KS 66615 785-267-5900 Fax: 785-267-1224 Email: scrawford@thevillagesinc.org

Fred Miller, Director

Sylvia Crawford, Executive Director

Mission Statement: To provide free clothing to needy children and families in the 501 school district.

Mission Statement: To provide emotionally supportive families and homes for children in need and to teach children about conserving and preserving our natural environment.

Hours: 7:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., Monday â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Friday August 15th-May 15th Services: Clothing reserved for all students who attend USD 501 schools. Clothing reserved for all family members of students who attend USD 501 schools. Eligibility: Must attend USD 501 schools, or their family member must have children or siblings in 501 schools. How to Apply: Contact a counselor or social worker in your school building or call the Clothing Bank directly at 785-274-6026. Fees: None.

Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Friday. Services: Homes for abandoned, abused and neglected children as well as juvenile offenders. Outdoor and adventure challenge programming. Eligibility: Youth between the ages of 6-18. How to Apply: Telephone or write to The Villages, Inc. Fees: Vary depending on service. Funding: Majority of funding through contracts. Partial funding through private donations.

Funding: The Clothing Bank is supported by donations only, with no operating expenses.

West Side Baptist Church Baby Closet 1008 SW 4th Street Topeka, KS 66606 785-233-4241 Website: www.wsbctopeka.org Email: office@wsbctopeka.com

YMCA Youth Sports Programs 421 SW Van Buren Street Topeka, KS 66603-3331 785-354-8591, ext. 121 Fax: 785-354-1611 Lindsay Ransom, Youth Sports Director

Pat Carreno, Outreach Deacon Mission Statement: To provide support and meet the needs of families in the community with children ages newborn to 5 years of age. Hours: Monday 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m. Thursday 1:00 p.m. -3:00 p.m. Services: Provide clothing, diapers, formulas, and other miscellaneous items. Mom’s support group that provides information on parenting development, nutrition, and resources available in the community. Eligibility: Families with children newborn to age 5 years old. How to Apply: Referrals from community programs, or by phoning West Side Baptist Church office at 785-2334241. Fees: None. Funding: Donations, and West Side Baptist Church.

Mission Statement: To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. Hours: Times will vary depending on the program and season. Services: Baseball Leagues: K-2nd Co-ed T-Ball; 3rd & 4th, 5th 10th Baseball Camp: 3-6th, 7th-10th. Volleyball Leagues: K-HS, K-6th, 7th-12th Volleyball Camp: 2nd-4th, 5th-8th Basketball Camp: 2nd-4th, 7th-10th. Summer Swim Lessons 5 week sessions Tackle Foot Ball Camp: 2nd-8th Eligibility: Ages 5 – 18. How to Apply: Contact the program coordinator. Fees: $42-$75. Scholarships Available. Funding: United Way and program fees.

YWCA Youth Programs 225 SW 12th Street Topeka, KS 66612 785-233-1750 Fax: 785-233-4867 Mission Statement: The YWCA is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women and promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all. Hours: 7:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., Monday – Friday. Services: Early Learning Center, 7:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., Monday – Friday. Kids Quest: Before School: 7:00 a.m. -8:00 a.m., Monday – Friday; After School: 3:30 p.m.-5:30 p.m., Monday – Friday; School Days Out: 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Girls On The Run. ELC Services: Licensed childcare for children, infant – school age. Full-time and part-time options available. Utilization of the Creative Curriculum. Indoor year-round swim and aerobic lessons. Meals provided in-house daily. Kids Quest Services: Familiar and safe location in your child’s school. Assistance with homework and special assignments. Organized games and projects with the emphasis on teamwork and cooperation. Focus on healthy eating and lifestyles. The sites include Bishop, McCarter, McClure, McEachron, Meadows, Whitson, Avondale West and Williams Elementary Schools. Girls on the Run/Girls on Track: After-school program that works with elementary and middle school age girls on curriculum focused on increasing self-confidence, self-esteem and selfworth. 10 week program which culminates with 5K walk/run. Eligibility: The ELC accepts children ages infant to school age. Kids Quest is available in eight USD 501 schools. School Days Out is available to all school districts. DCF assisted families are welcome. How to Apply: Call 785-233-1750 or visit the website at www.ywcatopeka.org Fees: Fees vary based on age.

Funding: self pay, contributions and grants.

Senior Citizen Services

A Place For Mom (FP) Topeka, KS 66614 866-344-1830 Website: www.aplaceformom.com/help Email: ShannonN@aplaceformom.com Shannon Nichol, Eldercare Advisor Mission Statement: Empowering families to make informed and confident decisions regarding senior care and housing options. Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Services: We help seniors and families make informed decisions, save time, and feel less alone as they search for senior housing and senior care. From finding the right nursing home or assisted living community to researching Veterans benefits and financing senior care, we'll be with you each step of the way. Here are just some of the ways that we can assist you and your family: Understanding and identifying the types of care and housing that meet your needs. Senior Living Options: Assisted Living Communities; Skilled Nursing; Residential Care Homes; Respite Care; Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Care; Independent Living Communities; Home Care Services; Hospice Care. Providing information about possible funding options and resources. Providing detailed information about specific communities including room sizes, levels of care and personal preferences. Assisting with tours, maps and driving directions. Connecting you to additional local resources: Touring and move checklists; Home Safety Tips; Senior Moving Specialists; Educational Articles; Financial Resources; Caregiver Support Groups. Eligibility: Anyone needing assistance for themselves, with aging parents, family members or friends. How to Apply: Call 866-344-1830. Fees: None. Funding: A Place for Mom works with a nationwide network of more than 18,000 providers of senior living services, including independent living, home care, residential care homes, assisted living, specialized memory care and skilled nursing. We are paid by our participating communities and providers, therefore this personalized service is offered at no charge to families.

Brewster at Home 1205 SW 29th Street Topeka, KS 66611 785-274-3303 Fax: 785-267-9355 Website: www.brewsterplae.org Email: EileenM@brewsterplace.org Eileen McGivern, Director Mission Statement: Providing services people need, when they need them, in the place they call home. Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Friday. Many Brewster at Home services are available 24 hours a day. Services: One-call access to a network of care and support services by vetted providers including meal preparation and delivery, handyman services, companionship, lawn care and snow removal, Home Health services, and more. Wellness programs designed to meet member needs including exercise classes, access to fitness equipment, social and cultural events, and educational seminars. Access to most Brewster Place Retirement Community activities, dining facilities, and therapy treatment modalities. Discrete technology-based health monitoring services including a medication delivery system and a wireless safety monitoring system and automatic emergency response system. Transportation to Doctors appointments, grocery shopping, and to Brewster Place for activities, use of facilities, and outpatient therapy. Eligibility: Brewster at Home programs are designed for persons 55 years and older but there are no age restrictions on membership or use of services. How to Apply: Contact Brewster at Home at 785-2743303 or complete an inquiry at www.brewsterplace.org Fees: Membership fee required for access to all programs and services. Members receive substantial discounts on most services. Funding: Private pay. Transportation services are partially funded by a grant from the Kansas Department of Transportation.

Brewster Place

Brewster Rehab Center

Cory Horinek, Director of Marketing

Scott Sewell, Director of Admissions

Mission Statement: Brewster Place is a retirement community providing all of its residentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s opportunities for an optimal quality of life.

Mission Statement: To provide the best rehabilitation and nursing care services to help patients make smooth and successful transitions from the hospital back to home.

1205 SW 29th Street Topeka, KS 66611 785-267-1666 Fax: 785-267-9355 Website: www.brewsterplace.org Email: brewster@brewsterplace.org

Hours: Resident Services: 24 hours per day, 365 days per year, Admin: 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Monday â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Friday. Services: Independent living Catered living Assisted living Three levels of dementia care Post-acute Rehab Center Skilled, Medicare-certified nursing care Outpatient Therapy services - Physical, Occupational, Speech Home Health services Adult Day services Respite Care and short-stay apartments All residents enjoy maintenance free living with fully paid utilities including Cox cable and phone service; housekeeping services; emergency call system that instantly summons skilled nursing and security assistance anywhere on campus; highly trained security force working around the clock to maintain a safe community; holistic wellness programs; fitness centers, group exercise programs and personal training; on and off campus activities and programs; arts, crafts, woodworking; three convenient dining rooms; covered parking; on and off campus transportation. Eligibility: Minimum age requirement of 62 years for permanent admission. No age restrictions on therapy services and post-acute rehab. How to apply: Director of Marketing at 785-274-3350 or Retirement Consultant at 785-274-3351 or complete an online inquiry at www.brewsterplace.org Fees: Entry Fee (or convenient financial plan) and monthly fee required for permanent admissions, based on size and location of apartment/home and level of care. Brewster Place offers affordable accommodations and a range of financial plans to fit different individual financial situations. Funding: Faith-based mission driven not-for-profit organization supported by entry fees and investments. Medicare, Medicaid, and Long Term Care Insurance accepted in licensed areas.

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1001 SW 29th Street Topeka, KS 66611 785-274-3336 Fax: 785-266-5782 Website: www.brewsterplace.org Email: scotts@brewsterplace.org

Hours: 24/7 inpatient services. Outpatient Therapy: Monday - Saturday by appointment. Admissions and inquiries, Monday - Sunday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Services: Rehabilitation therapy and skilled nursing services allowing patients to gain strength and recover following a hospitalization. Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech/Language Pathology, and Aqua Therapy are all available on an inpatient or outpatient basis. Eligibility: Admission by physician orders based upon appropriate medical need. How to Apply: Contact Scott Sewell, Director of Admissions, 785-274-3336 or 785-215-3411. Fees: Fees are based upon services provided and insurance coverage. For specific information, please contact Scott Sewell. Funding: Medicare and private insurance for rehabilitation services. The Brewster Rehab Center is a part of Brewster Place, a faith-based, not-for-profit organization.

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2016 SW 37 Street Topeka, KS 66611 785-267-8200 Fax: 785-267-8199 Website: www.comfortkeepers.com Email: topeka@comfortkeepers.com Sarah and Randy Cox, Owners Mission Statement: To provide our clients with the highest level of quality of life that is achievable. We shall treat each of our clients with the respect and dignity they deserve, as though we were caring for a member of our own family. Hours: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Monday – Friday. Services: Services available 24/7. • Meal preparation. • Light housekeeping. • Grocery shopping. • Errand services. • Transportation. • 24 hour care. • Assist with bathing, dressing and grooming. • Sitting services. Eligibility: Available to everyone. How to Apply: Call 785-267-8200. Fees: $16.50 - $17.50 per hour, $15.00 per hour sitting services. Funding: Private pay and long term care insurance.

East Topeka Senior Center 432 SE Norwood Street Topeka, KS 66607 785-232-7765 Fax: 785-232-7785 Email: execdir@easttopekaseniors.org Nancy Baker, Executive Director Mission Statement: To enhance the quality of life for the older persons of Shawnee County by advocating the development of a system that delivers a full range of services to senior citizens. Center Hours: 9:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., Mon., Tue., Thur., and Fri. Bingo: 9:30 a.m.- 3:00 p.m., Wednesday Transportation Hours: 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m., Monday - Friday Services: Transportation: Shopping, recreation and access to health and social services. Health Department: Foot Care Clinic. Harvesters Host Site. Recreation and crafts. Congregate meals: Monday - Friday (Meals on Wheels). Health and social services: informational meetings on a variety of topics important to senior citizens. Nutritional BINGO - win food and personal hygiene prizes. Washburn University School of Nursing Health Checks and Medication Reviews. Arthritis exercise classes. Eligibility: Services are available to all citizens age 60 and over, spouses of persons 60 and over, and disabled adults. How to Apply: Call 785-232-7765 or visit the center. Fees: None, donations accepted. Funding: Jayhawk Area Agency on Topeka Social Services, Shawnee Program for the Elderly, Corporation Community Service and the Kansas Transportation.

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A Community Action Program 621 SE Swygart Topeka, KS 66607 785-235-9296 Fax: 785-290-3200 Alice Schimmel, Client Services Program Coordinator Mission Statement: Helping low-income maintain safe and independent living. Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday - Friday. times by appointment.

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3107 W 21st Street Topeka, KS 66604 785-296-5474 Fax: 785-368-6419 Email: connie.stewart@kni.ks.gov Connie Thompson Stewart, Executive Director

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Services: Distribution of commodities in the rural areas of Shawnee and Wabaunsee counties. Liquid nutrition assistance. Loaned durable medical equipment and supplies. Income tax assistance. Assistance with applications (LIEAP, SRS, Gift of Warmth, Project Deserve, etc.). Information and referral to link elderly to available community resources. Home Upkeep Program: A program utilizing volunteers to provide short-term home upkeep needs to assist persons 60 years of age and over maintain independent living. Emergency utility and prescription assistance. Eligibility: Age resources/income.

Foster Grandparents Program

Mission Statement: To offer seniors age 55 and older opportunities to serve as mentors, tutors, and care givers for children and youth with special needs. Participants provide 15-40 hours of weekly service to community organizations such as schools, hospitals, and youth centers. Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Friday. Services: Foster Grandparents work 15-40 hours a week with children with special needs. In return for their services Foster Grandparents (who qualify as low income) receive a $2.65 per hour tax-free stipend, transportation allowance, and daily meal. Eligibility: Must be 55 years of age or older and must meet income eligibility guidelines to receive the stipend. How to Apply: Call 785-296-5474 to reach the program office at the Kansas Neurological Institute for an application. Application and information will be mailed upon request. Fees: None. Funding: Federal and state funds, The Kansas Neurological Institute is the grantee agency for the Corporation for National and Community Services.

Friendly Visitors & Ring-a-Day A Catholic Charities Program 234 S. Kansas Ave. Topeka, KS 66603 785-233-6300 Fax: 785-233-7234 Ring-A-Day 785-232-1137 Mary Bannwarth, Program Coordinator Judy Stutenroth, Social Worker Mission Statement: To create a caring network of community volunteers to help support older adults with limited access to community activities. Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday, Friendly Visitor services weekdays, evenings, and weekends. Services: Ring-A-Day: daily telephone calls to provide reassurance, safety check and medication reminder. Calls are made daily, between 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. If the volunteer is unable to reach the participant, Ring-A-Day staff will contact a family member or neighbor to check on the participant. Telephone visits: social calls made during the day or evening hours to prevent isolation among the homebound elderly. Home Visits: volunteers provide companionship and socialization during weekly visits in the participant’s home, or during an outing to the park, a restaurant, or other mutually agreeable location. Transportation: volunteers use their own vehicle to transport participants to doctor’s appointments, grocery stores, and other locations. Drivers are unable to transport those who are in a wheelchair. Eligibility: Older adults (60 years and older) who may be living by themselves, or just wish to have a friend who will visit or call them on a regular basis. Since the program service is provided by volunteers, The Friendly Visitor program is not able to provide service to those clients with severe and persistent mental illness, or severe physical disabilities. In general, the program provides services to all individuals who meet eligibility criteria without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, age, economic status, or sex. How to Apply: Call 785-233-6300 and ask for Friendly Visitors. Fees: Services are provided free to the participant. Donations are welcome and encouraged. Funding: Shawnee County Service Program for the Elderly, Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas, and donations.

HealthWise 55 A Free Program of Stormont-Vail HealthCare 2252 SW 10th Avenue Topeka, KS 66604-1353 785-354-6787 Fax: 785-235-3777

Connie Wood, R.N., Program Supervisor Mission Statement: Working together to improve the health of our community. Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., Monday – Thursday. Services: Healthy Times Newsletter published quarterly. Senior Suppers & Presentations: 5:15 p.m. monthly at Pozez Education Center. Meal: $5.00. RSVP: 3546787. Lunch Bunch & Presentations: 11:30 a.m. at Presbyterian Manor, Brewster Place and at 12:30 p.m. at Thornton Place. Meal: $5.00. RSVP: 354-6787. Morning Coffee’s: 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. at Aldersgate and First Apartments. No cost. RSVP: 354-6787. Coffee & Dessert: 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. at Drury Place, Lexington Park, McCrite Retirement Center. No cost. RSVP: 354-6787. AARP’s Driver Safety: Monthly at Stormont-Vail. See newsletter for dates and times. $12 for AARP members, $14 for non-members. RSVP: 354-5225. “HealthWise after 55” TV Program: 9:00 a.m. 1st & 3rd Friday on WIBW. Exercise for older adults. “For Family Caregivers” TV Program: 9:00 a.m., 2nd & 4th Friday on WIBW, for caregivers of older adults. Information on medical issues, care giving, living wills, community resources and more. Call between 10:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Monday – Thursday. Blood Pressure Checks: *HealthWise 55: 10:00 a.m. - Noon, Tuesday’s *Westridge Mall: 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. 1st Thursday *YMCA West: 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. 2nd Thursday *Oakland Community Center: 8:30–9:30 a.m. 3rd Thursday *YMCA North: 9:00 – 10:30 a.m. 4th Thursday ● Consultation: Medicare A & B and D, Supplemental Health Insurance, Long-Term Care Insurance. ● Medication Clinic: 3rd Thursday monthly, call 785-3546787 for appointment. ● Nutrition Clinic: 4th Thursday monthly , Call 785-3546787 for appointment. ● Exercise programs: Call 354-6787 for information. Eligibility: Anyone 55 years of age or over. How to Apply: Call 785-354-6787 for an application. Fees: Membership is free. Funding: Stormont-Vail HealthCare.

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Home Care Assistance

Shawnee County Health Agency 1515 NW Saline Street, Suite 101 Topeka, KS 66616 785-291-2490 Fax: 785-291-2498 Website: www.shawneehealth.org Allison Alejos, Director of Local Health Department Mission Statement: Dedicated to providing prevention, education and health care services that promote the maximum level of wellness and independence for adults in Shawnee County. Hours: 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday – Friday. Services: State-certified home health aides provide assistance with personal care tasks such as bathing, shampooing, and grooming. The home health aides also provide assistance with housekeeping tasks such as laundry, grocery shopping, meal preparation, dusting and vacuuming. Services are available on an intermittent, part-time basis for those who do not require 24-hour professional supervision. Eligibility: Must be 60 years of age or older and a Shawnee County resident who has difficulty performing self-care and/or homemaking activities. How to apply: Call 785-291-2490 for information. Fees: No charge for initial in-home assessment, hourly rate for subsequent visits. Clients that meet income guidelines are eligible for a sliding fee scale. Funding: Shawnee County Service Programs for adults and the elderly, Older Americans Act, Kansas Department on Aging, Jayhawk Area Agency on Aging and client fees.

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Home Health Services Midland Care

200 SW Frazier Circle Topeka, KS 66606 785-232-2044 Fax: 785-232-5567 Toll Free:1- 800-491-3691 www.midlandcareconnection.org Mission Statement: Meeting individual needs through innovative healthcare solutions. Hours: Services available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week . Services: Skilled nursing services provided in one’s own home. Physical, occupational and speech therapy provided in one’s own home. Social services available. Personal care provided in one’s own home. Medication management teaching visits. Wound and ostomy care. Eligibility: Call 785-232-2044 for information. How to Apply: Call 785-232-2044 for information. Fees: Call 785-232-2044 for information. Funding: Private insurance, Medicare, Medicaid, fundraising, donations, and memorial contributions. Midland Care Connection, Inc. is a not-for-profit organization accredited by the Community Health Accreditation Program.

Jayhawk Area Agency on Aging, Inc. (JAAA) 2910 SW Topeka Blvd Topeka, KS 66611 785-235-1367 Fax: 785-235-2443 Website: www.jhawkaaa.org Jocelyn Lyons, CEO Mission Statement: Jayhawk Area Agency on Aging, Inc. advocates on aging issues, builds community partnerships and implements programs within Shawnee, Jefferson and Douglas counties to help seniors live independent and dignified lives.

become a caregiver or have been thrust into the role of caregiver unexpectedly, JAAA caregiver support provides useful information and assistance. Senior Health Insurance Counseling for Kansas (SHICK): Provides unbiased, confidential counseling with questions about Medicare and/or other insurance options. Elder Friendly Business Certification Program: Evaluation program for businesses to learn how to improve conducting business with persons 50 years of age and over, the fastest growing segment of our population. Eligibility: Must be 60 years of age or over. How to Apply: Call 785-235-1367 for information.

Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Friday. Fees: None. Services: Client Assessment, Referral and Evaluation (CARE) seeks to ensure persons considering nursing home placement are fully informed of all available community based service options. The assessment is required by state mandate prior to admission to any nursing facility. Senior Care Act: For qualifying persons with limitations that restrict their ability to carry out activities of daily living, such as bathing, cooking or cleaning. Case Management: To assist those persons with multiple problems that make staying at home seem difficult and resolve barriers by facilitating the coordination of services on their behalf. Home and Community Based Services/Frail Elderly (HCBS/FE): For individuals 65 or older who qualify for Medicaid benefits. Assisting individuals to stay in their homes or make other living arrangements in the community by providing such services as personal care, health or homemaking services. Information and Outreach: Provides confidential help with information about available services and referrals to the agencies that can best assist in meeting needs including assistance in completing applications for various benefit programs. Older Americans Act: Provides funding to agencies for information and referral, transportation, congregate and home-delivered meals, attendant care, legal services, health screening, recreation, respite, material aid and shopping, adult day care, repairs/maintenance/renovations. Caregiver Support: Whether you are expecting to

Funding: The Older Americans Act through the Administration on Aging, the Kansas Department on Aging, the State of Kansas, local units of government, and Medicaid through the Kansas Department of Social and Rehabilitation Services and private contributions

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Kansas Advocates for Better Care, Inc. (KABC) 913 Tennessee Street, Suite 2 Lawrence, KS 66044-6904 785-842-3088 Toll Free 1-800-525-1785 Fax: 785-749-0029 Website: www.kabc.org Email: info@kabc.org Mitzi E. McFatrich, Executive Director Mission Statement: “Advocating for Quality LongTerm Care” since 1975. Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday - Friday Closed weekends and Federal holidays. Services: KABC provides guidance and assistance to consumers who are looking for quality long-term care placement for themselves or loved ones. We help folks who are experiencing difficulties with care in Kansas long-term care facilities. We keep an extensive database of information about all types of Kansas long-term care facilities. Reports are available which summarize information about facilities in Kansas counties. We track three years worth of inspection data as well as sanctions imposed for noncompliance, and awards given for quality care. KABC’s executive director and volunteer board members are available to speak to civic organizations or other groups who have an interest in long-term care options and issues. KABC staff provides testimony during the legislative session on quality care issues for residents of facilities, and for those living at home. Through grants for specific purposes, KABC is able to provide training to nursing home staff, residents and family members on topics such as preventing abuse, neglect and financial exploitation or team building approaches to better care for residents. Eligibility: Available to everyone. How to Apply: Contact KABC by phone, fax or email for more information. Fees: To join KABC: a one-year is $20, under 60 is $35. Sustaining “Cerfer” membership are no fees for reports, but we to cover costs.

membership for 60 yrs+ Business/groups: $50. is $100 annually. There encourage contributions

Funding: Members, contributors, grants for specific purposes. KABC receives no state or federal funding for operations.

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Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services (KDADS) New England Building 503 S. Kansas Avenue Topeka, Kansas 66603-3404 785-296-4986 TTY: 785-291-3167 Toll Free: 1-800-432-3535 Fax: 785-296-0256 Website: www.agingkansas.org Email: wwwmail@kdads.ks.gov Shawn Sullivan, Secretary Mission Statement: The Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services mission is to foster an environment that promotes security, dignity and independence, while providing the right care at the right time in a place called home. The Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services envisions a community that empowers Kansas older adults and persons with disabilities to make choices about their lives. Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Monday – Friday. Health Occupations Credentialing Walk-in Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Monday – Friday. Services: KDADS is responsible for overseeing and administering Older American’s Act programs. The distribution of Medicaid long-term care payments. Survey and certification for adult care homes. Behavioral health programs. Home and community based services for older adults and person with disabilities. The management and oversight of five state hospitals. Eligibility: Varies. Please visit www.kdads.ks.gov for more information. Some programs require financial and functional eligibility. How to Apply: Information and referral is available by phone. Applications and assessments for in-home services are made through the Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC). You can reach the ADRC at 855-200-ADRC (2372). Fees: Vary by program. Funding: State and Federal money and grants fund programs and services. Individuals may be asked to help pay for some services, based on need.

La Colonia Apartments Inc. 331 NE Golden Avenue Topeka, KS 66616 785-354-4225 Fax: 785-354-4225 Anthony Jaramillo, Project Manager

Lifeline

Stormont-Vail HealthCare 1500 SW 10th Avenue Topeka, KS 66604 785-354-6333 Fax: 785-354-5123 Toll Free: 1-800 432-2951 x 6333

Mission Statement: To provide clean, safe, maintenance free housing for independent living for low and middle income adults who are 62 or older and require the special design features of an accessible unit.

Mission Statement: To provide Lifeline, an emergency response system in Northeast Kansas.

Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday.

Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday – Friday.

Services: 24/7 Emergency call system. Off street parking. Utility allowance. Snow removal. Lawn care. Staff on call 24 hours. In-house laundry facilities. Transportation to meals at LULAC Senior Center. Red Carpet library service.

Services: • Lifeline is an emergency response system installed in the home. A button is worn around the neck or on the wrist. Should emergency help be needed just push the button.

Eligibility: Age 62 or require the special design features of an accessible unit. How to Apply: Contact the La Colonia office for application at 785-354-4225.

Kittie Olberding, Lifeline Manager

Eligibility: This service is available to anyone that wants it. A Doctor’s order is not required nor is it limited to any age. How to Apply: Call the office during business hours. Fees: $34 per month, $55 installation fee. Funding: Stormont Vail HealthCare.

Fees: None. Funding: Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

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Lift Service Topeka Metropolitan Transit Authority 820 SE Quincy Street Topeka, KS 66612 785-783-7000 (Voice or TDD) Fax: 785-354-8476 Susan Duffy, General Manager Mission Statement: To provide door-to-door transportation for persons with disabilities, including the non-ambulatory.

Long Term Care Ombudsman State of Kansas

Landon State Office Building 900 SW Jackson Street, Suite 1041 Topeka, KS 66612-1220 785-296-3017 Fax: 785-296-3916 Toll Free: 1-877-662-8362 Website: www.KansasOmbudsman.ks.gov Email: LTCO@DA.KS.GOV Barbara J. Hickert, State LTC Ombudsman

Hours: 5:45 a.m. - 6:30 p.m., Monday – Friday. 7:15 a.m. - 6:30 p.m., Saturday. No service on Sundays or major holidays.

Mission Statement: To advocate for the well-being, safety and rights of long-term care residents by assisting them in attaining the highest possible quality of life.

Services: “Lift Service,” a demand-responsive transportation system, Rides must be scheduled by 5:00 p.m. the day before needed.

Hours: 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday.

Eligibility: Anyone in Topeka within a three-quarter mile radius of a fixed bus route, which, because of a disability is unable to use the regular fixed-route service. How to Apply: Call 785-783-7000 for information and/or certification form. Certification may take up to 21 days after TMTA receives the form. Fees: $4.00 per passenger, one-way. If needed, one personal care attendant (PCA) may ride for free with a fare paying rider upon request. Funding: Federal Transit Administration, State of Kansas, City of Topeka, and the farebox.

Services: Helps long-term care residents obtain the highest quality of life. Helps long-term care staff meet the needs and concerns of those who use their facilities. Receives and investigates complaints and helps achieve equitable solutions. Eligibility: Anyone with concerns about the elderly in a long-term care facility resident make a difference by becoming a Certified Care Volunteer Ombudsman, call toll free 8362.

How to Apply: For an application call toll free 877662-8362 or local 785-296-3017 or visit our website at www.KansasOmbudsman.ks.gov. Fees: None costs. Funding: Federal and State.

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LULAC Senior Center, Inc. 1502 Seward Avenue Topeka, KS 66616 785-234-5809 785-233-7498 Fax: 785-233-1828

Mission Statement: The Topeka LULAC Senior Center, Inc. provides affordable transportation and other services for senior citizens and disabled individuals in order to promote their independence and to live satisfying lives. Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Friday. Services: Transportation, escorting, shopping, visiting and groceries on wheels. Outreach, telephone reassurance, translation and interpretation. Recreation, physical fitness, greenhouse activities and meal site for friendship meal. Eligibility: Client must be 60 years old or disabled. How to Apply: Call 785-234-5809 or apply in person. Fees: Donations encouraged. Funding: United Way of Greater Topeka, City Social Service funds, Jayhawk Area Agency on Aging, Shawnee County Service Program for the Elderly, LULAC Council #11071 and the Kansas Department of Transportation.

Meals on Wheels of Shawnee and Jefferson Counties, Inc. 2701 SW East Circle Dr. South, Ste 2 Topeka, KS 66606 785-295-3980 Fax: 785-295-3999 www.meals-on-wheels-inc.org Heidi Pickerell, President/CEO Mission Statement: We exist to nourish the elderly and/or homebound people in our community. Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Friday. Services: Home Delivered Meals: A hot noon meal. Special diets may be ordered by a doctor. Congregate Dining Centers: Meals are available for seniors age 60 and over and their spouses. Congregate Dining Centers provide the noon meal at 11 different sites in Topeka and one site each in Auburn, Rossville, Silver Lake, Meriden, Valley Falls, Winchester and Oskaloosa. Meals are provided on a donation basis. Volunteer Opportunities: The agency utilizes a large number of volunteers daily to deliver meals. Volunteers are always needed and times to volunteer are flexible. Eligibility: Clients for home delivered meals must be homebound-unable to leave home without assistance and/or unable to prepare a nutritious meal for themselves. Clients for the congregate dining centers program must be 60 years of age or older or the spouse of a 60+ individual. How to Apply: Call 785-295-3980. Fees: Sliding scale. Funding: United Way of Greater Topeka, Jayhawk Area Agency on Aging, Kansas Department on Aging, City of Topeka, Shawnee County, Jefferson County, client payment, and private donations.

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Midland Care

Adult Day Health Services 130 SW Frazier Circle Topeka, KS 66606 785-232-2044 Fax: 785-232-5567 Toll Free: 1-800-491-3691 www.midlandcareconnection.org Mission Statement: Meeting individual needs through innovative healthcare solutions. Hours: 7:30 a.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 5:30 p.m. Monday â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Friday. Services: Personal care such as bathing, oral care and toileting. Physical assessments and individual care plans. Glucose monitoring. Medication administration. Specialized diets. Contact with primary physician and pharmacy. Activities include: - Outings in the community - Art, music, gardening, and games - Recreational activities - Exercise Eligibility: Adults who cannot be at home alone and are interested in participating in group activities. Through programs, medical services, and peer socialization, we maintain the independence, dignity, and self-esteem of adults, age 18 and older, in a safe, secure, and stimulating environment. How to Apply: Call 785-232-2044 for information. Fees: Call 785-232-2044 for information. Funding: Long-term care insurance, Medicaid, VA insurance, Care for the Caregiver funds, private pay, fundraising, donations and memorial contributions. Midland Care Connection, Inc. is a not-for-profit organization accredited by the Community Health Accreditation Program.

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Neat Feet (FP) In Home Nail Care 231 NW Elmwood Street Topeka, KS 66606 785-357-1979 Email: maridanne@juno.com Dan Byl, RN, Owner/Operator Mission Statement: Dedicated to proving quality nail care focusing on care to those who find getting out for care difficult or taxing and find their nails to be hard to trim and/or reach. I am a Registered Nurse and provided home care nursing to the Topeka community for over 30 years. As well as individuals in their own homes, I provide services to the Brewster Place residential community and four other senior residential setting in the Topeka area. Hours: Fully negotiable but Monday through Friday. Services: â&#x20AC;˘ Trimming of toenails. Callous management. Licensed to care for diabetics, the circulation impaired or those taking blood thinner. Eligibility: No restrictions. Some complex care may be referred to podiatry. How to Apply: Call 785-357-1979 for an appointment. (Limited to the Topeka metropolitan area.) Fees: Typically $20 per visit. Up to $30 for significant travel or complex nails. Funding: Not applicable.

Older Kansan Employment Program

Papan’s Landing Senior Center

A Let’s Help Program

619 NW Paramore Street Topeka, KS 66608 Fax: 785-232-1102 Website: www.papanslanding.com Email: Debbie@papanslanding.kscoxmail.com

200 S Kansas Avenue Topeka, KS 66603 785-270-5271 ext. 271 Fax: 785-354-7145 Email: denisef@letshelpinc.org

Debbie Lake, Center Director

Denise Fasse, Program Coordinator Mission Statement: Older Kansas Employment Program (OKEP) offers individual’s 55 or older assistance in finding employment or transitioning from one job to another, proving the older worker can bring mature judgment, excellent skills, loyalty and the experience working with people to the workplace. Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Monday – Friday. Free Services: Resume Writing. Applications. Interview techniques. Networking. Job Leads. Completing a GED. Computer training and lab. Job Club support meetings. Eligibility: Fifty five years and older. How to Apply: Call 785-270-5264 for an appointment. Fees: None. Funding: Let’s Commerce.

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Mission Statement: To provide services that will assist the elderly to remain independent and in their homes for as long as possible. Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Monday – Friday. Services: Transportation services are provided for medical appointments. Transportation is provided for clients in the North Topeka and Oakland areas to and from the center, shopping and other business and recreational trips. Recreation is provided to clients Monday through Friday at the center from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Recreation included games, exercises, entertainment; information of services available, nutritional bingo, lunch provided by Meals on Wheels/Friendship Meals. Short day trips. Home Visiting and Telephone Reassurance is to provide shut in clients with and/or phone call to check on status and to add comfort when needed. To provide information of services available. Eligibility: Services are available to all citizens age 60 and older. How to Apply: Call 785-232-1968 Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Fees: Donation. Funding: Jayhawk Area Agency on Aging, Shawnee County, City of Topeka, KDOT, fundraisers and donations.

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Presbyterian Manor of Topeka

Prestige Home Care of Kansas, Inc. (FP)

Marsha Anderson, Marketing Director

515 Delaware Street Leavenworth, KS 66048 913-680-0493 Fax: 913-651-4631 Toll free: 1- 888-680-0493 Website: www.ksprestigehomecare.com Email: larry.martin@ksprestigehomecare.com

4712 SW 6th Avenue Topeka, KS 66606 785-272-6510 Fax: 785-272-0496 Website: www.presbyterianmanors.org

Our Mission: We provide quality senior services guided by Christian Values. Our Vision: Together we are making positive differences in the lives of seniors. Hours: 24 hours a day â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 365 days a year.

Services: Light Housekeeping. Laundry. Meal preparation/assistance with eating. Shopping and errand assistance. Transportation to Dr., grocery store, pharmacy. Medication reminders. Ambulation and exercise assistance. Assistance with dressing. Companionship. Bath aide services.

Eligibility: Senior Citizen. How to Apply: Call 785-272-6510 to make an appointment with the Marketing Director: Marsha Anderson. Fees: Call 785-272-6510 for fee information. Good

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Mission Statement: Provide the finest quality home care service at a fair price. Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30p.m., Monday â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Friday. On call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Services: Independent Active Living. Assisted Living. Health Care. Memory Care. Rehabilitation & Wellness.

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PRN Home Health and Hospice 1010 Lincoln Street P.O. Box 228 Wamego, KS 66547 785-456-7764 Toll Free: 1-800-222-6344 Fax: 785-456-7194 Website: www.prnhomehealthhospice.com Email: jodied@wamego.net Jodie Dodge, Chief Executive Officer Mission Statement: Committed to providing a level of quality care that encourages the safe and cost-effective delivery of home health services, maximizing client autonomy, and coordination of community and Agency resources to decrease illness burden and unnecessary duplication of services, thereby promoting positive patient outcomes. Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday. On call services available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Services: Home Health – provides skilled Nursing (RN, LPN), Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Medical Social Worker and Home Health Aide. Hospice Services – provides RN, LPN, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Home Health Aide, Medical Social Worker and Chaplain; all under the direction of a Medical Director. Eligibility: We are Medicare certified for Home Health. Client must have a skilled need, be homebound and have a doctor who will sign orders in regard to client needing our services. For Hospice, client must be under supervision of their primary care provider and have a diagnosis that warrants six months or less to live. How to Apply: Call our office or speak with your physician to get orders to start services. Fees: No fees if Medicare. Some private pay insurances have co-pay that may come into play. Funding: Medicare.

Red Carpet Library Services Topeka-Shawnee County Public Library 1515 SW 10th Avenue, Topeka, KS 66604 785- 580-4545, TTY: 785-580-4544 Fax: 785-580-4430 Stephanie Hall, Red Carpet/Talking Books Manager Mission Statement: To provide library materials, services and access to older adults, individuals with special needs and their caregivers through personalized, individual and customized service. Red Carpet Service will deliver these services to congregate living sites, individuals in their homes and walk-in patrons on a consistent and regularly-scheduled basis. Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m., Monday - Friday. 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., Saturday. 12:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m., Sunday. Services:

Outreach: Staff and volunteers prepare and deliver materials every two weeks to people living in retirement complexes and adult care facilities. Red Carpet also delivers to senior centers and meal sites. Homebound Program: Staff calls, selects and delivers materials directly to homebound individuals and pick up returns once every two weeks. Older Adult Programming: Staff and volunteers present programs ranging from informational programs about low vision aids or assistive devices to recreational programs of reminiscence. Materials: Large print books and magazines, reminiscence kits, TTY, information regarding various aging issues, therapeutic games, low vision aids, Bi-Folkal kits, assistive hearing devices. Low Vision/Assistive Hearing Device Center: Staff and volunteers are available to demonstrate low vision/assistive aids to anyone interested. Magnifiers and assistive hearing devices are available to check out for three weeks. TTY Service Desk: individuals with hearing loss can call 785-580-4544 and ask reference questions. Adaptive Computer Center: Three computers with screen reading programs (JAWs), screen magnification programs (Zoom text), open book, big key keyboard, hands free keyboard, trackball mouse, hands free mouse, etc., for individuals who have low vision, are blind, or have a disability preventing them from using a regular computer. Talking Book Service: Staff can assist with signing up for the Talking Books program by providing applications and information regarding the service.

Eligibility: Outreach services for Shawnee County. How to Apply: Call or visit the library. Fees: None. Funding: The City of Topeka and Shawnee County.

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Rossville Senior Citizen Center

RSVP of Shawnee and Douglas Counties

429 Pearl Street P.O. Box 403 Rossville, KS 66533 785-584-6364

1315 SW Arrowhead Road Topeka, KS 66604 785-228-5124 Fax: 785-273-2467

George Sullivan, President Mission Statement: To provide nutrition, recreation and mobility to senior citizens in the Rossville area.

Michelle Kaberline, Contact

Mission Statement: To engage seniors 55 or better in volunteer service. Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday.

Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Monday – Friday. Services: Transportation, if needed, to and from the meal site. Well-balanced, complete meals five days a week. Home-delivered meals to the ill or disabled. Every other week exercise program. Eligibility: Age 60 or over. How to Apply: Call or visit the center. Fees: None. Contributions are encouraged. Funding: Shawnee County Service Program for the Elderly and contributions.

Services: Established in 2007 as a program of the Corporation for National and Community Service, the Retired Senior Volunteer Program provides volunteer opportunities for those aged 55 or better. We match volunteers with qualified agencies and non-profits based on our volunteers' interests and skills. RSVP can also reimburse for mileage to and from a volunteer job (limited funds) and supplies supplemental insurance to our volunteers. Eligibility: 55 or older. How to Apply: contact the RSVP office. Fees: none. Funding: The Corporation for National & Community Service, the United Ways of Douglas and Shawnee Counties.

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Senior Adult Program Shawnee County Parks & Recreation 1534 SW Clay Street Topeka, KS 66604 785-368-3798 Fax: 785-368-2542 Becky Sewell, Senior Adult Specialist Mission Statement: To serve senior adults, generally over age 50, through a variety of programs. Hours: Varies according to program schedule. Services: New Beginnings Choir. Kansas Senior Olympics. Dance Lessons. Bridge Lounge. Crafts. Fitness Classes: Drop-in Basketball, Drop-in Co-Rec Softball, Drop-in Shuffleboard. Special social events. Workshops/Classes. Eligibility: All the Shawnee Countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s senior adult population (no one is excluded due to area of residence).

Senior Health Insurance Counseling for Kansas (SHICK) K-State Research & Extension Shawnee County 1740 SW Western Avenue Topeka, KS 66604 785-232-0062 Fax: 785-232.0093 Website: www.shawnee.ksu.edu Cindy Evans, County Extension Agent Mission Statement: Provide unbiased, confidential counseling related to Medicare and supplemental insurance plans. Hours: Medicare counseling is available by appointment. Call 785-232-0062, ext 103. Eligibility: Medicare participants or those becoming eligible for Medicare Fees: None. Funding: K-State Research & Extension is funded through county and state funding.

How to Apply: Call 785-368-3798 for information. Fees: Generally paid by seven-week class session (varies in summer). Funding: Shawnee County and user fees.

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Silver Lake Senior Citizen Center 404 E. Lake Street Silver Lake, KS 66539 785-582-5371 Mary Hardman, Site Director Mission Statement: To provide recreation, nutrition and mobility to senior citizens in the Silver Lake area.

Tax Assistance

K-State Research & Extension Shawnee County 1740 SW Western Avenue Topeka, KS 66604 785-232-0062 Fax: 785-232.0093 Website: www.shawnee.ksu.edu Cindy Evans, County Extension Agent

Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Monday â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Friday. Services: This project offers social activities, transportation, shopping assistance and serves as a congregate meal site. Eligibility: Age 60 and over. How to Apply: Come to the center. Meals should be ordered 24 hours in advance. Fees: None. Donations are encouraged. Funding: Shawnee County, contributions and fund raisers.

Mission Statement: The Asset Building Coalition of Shawnee County provides free tax assistance, education, and outreach. Hours: Contact the extension office (or download brochure from website) for a listing of the Free Tax Assistance sites in Shawnee County where low to moderate income taxpayers can have VITA and AARP volunteers file their federal and state tax returns electronically. In 2013, free tax sites are open at various locations and times between January 28th and April 15th. Eligibility: VITA tax site serves taxpayers of all ages with household incomes of $51,000 and under. AARP tax sites serve taxpayers age 60 and older of all incomes. See the brochure for limitations. Fees: None. Funding: Free Tax Assistance sites are funded through in-kind contribution of the partner sites and funding from the United Way of Greater Topeka.

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Topeka Jayhawk Legal Services for Seniors

VIP 501 Club

Topeka Public Schools USD 501 624 SW 24th Street Topeka, KS 66611 785-295-3059

Kansas Legal Services 712 S Kansas Avenue, Suite 201 Topeka, KS 66603 Marilyn Harp, Executive Director 785-354-8531 Toll Free: 1-800-723-6953 Fax: 233-2096 TDD: 785-233-4028 Bethany Roberts, Managing Attorney Mission Statement: Kansas Legal Services, a statewide non-profit organization, is dedicated to helping low income Kansans meet their basic needs through the provision of essential legal, medication and employment training services. Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday. Services: For Senior Citizens: Provide legal assistance or advice to low-income, homebound, or institutionalized citizens aged 60 or older, residing in Shawnee, Douglas and Jefferson counties who would be otherwise unable to gain access to legal counsel. Representation and advice for Income Maintenance (Social Security, Railroad Retirement, Supplemental Security Income and other government benefits). Housing (public housing, subsidized housing, residential landlord/tenant disputes, nursing home problems). Health Care (Medicaid, Medicare and insurance issues). Consumer Problems including debt relief, student loans, and disputed consumer transactions. Advance Directives: Powers of attorney, living wills, wills and will alternatives. Elder Hotline: 888-353-5337.

Marilyn Greeve, Clerk of the Board Mission Statement: To show the schools’ appreciation to patrons of the district for their past and continued support of public education in the community. Hours: 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday – Friday. Services: Members will be issued free lifetime passes (with some limitations). Eligibility: Any person 65 or older and a resident in the USD 501 area or has grandchildren in USD 501 schools. How to Apply: At the Clerk’s Office, USD 501 Burnett Administrative Center, 624 SW 24th Street or through any one of the three high school offices. Fees: None. Funding: Topeka Public Schools, USD 501.

Eligibility: Client must be at least 60 years of age. How to Apply: Call 1-800-723-6953 or online at www.kansaslegalservices.org Fees: There are no fees charged to seniors served with Older Americans Act funds or county funding. Donations are accepted. In certain circumstances reduced fee services may be offered. Funding: Older Americans Act, Shawnee County; Service Programs for the Elderly, Douglas County.

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Al-Anon/Alateen Family Groups P.O. Box 67394 Topeka, KS 66667 Phone Information Line: 785-409-3072 Website: www.topekaalanon.org Email: kansas20dr8@gmail.com Shannon Diaz - Al-Anon Services Coordinator 785-220-4381 Mission Statement: When anyone, anywhere, reaches out for help, let the hand of Al-Anon and Alateen always be there, and let it begin with me. Hours: Information line available 24/7. Services: Group-led 12 Step support groups, consisting of family and friends of alcoholics who come together to share their experiences, strength and hope in order to solve common problems. One-on-one support through sponsorship. Al-Anon does not offer any shelter support or referrals. Anonymity is protected in groups. Alateen available for young family members.

Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) Topeka, KS 785-235-2226: AA Help Line for Topeka, KS Website: www.aatopeka.org Mission Statement: To stay sober and to help other alcoholics achieve sobriety. Hours: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week message phone. Services: AA meetings 7 days a week. Offers various meeting times every day. Eligibility: A desire to stop drinking. How to Apply: Call 785-235-2226 for time and place of meetings or access the webpage at aatopeka.org for a schedule. Fees: None. Funding: Self-supporting through contributions.

Eligibility: Tradition three states: The only requirement for membership is that there be a problem of alcoholism in a relative or friend. We believe alcoholism is a family disease and that changed attitudes can aid recovery. How to Apply: Call the local phone number or visit website to find schedule of meetings. Fees: There are no dues for membership. Funding: Al-Anon is self-supporting through its own voluntary contributions.

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Behavioral Health Services

Breakthrough House, Inc.

3707 SW 6th Avenue Topeka, KS 66606 785-270-4600 Fax: 785-270-4601

Danette Tipton, Executive Director

at Stormont-Vail West Stormont-Vail HealthCare

Julie DeJean, Administrative Director Mission Statement: Working together to improve the health of our community. Hours: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Contact 785270-4600 for admissions information. Services: Child and Adolescent Inpatient Program: With an average length of stay of 3 to 5 days, this program serves patients up to 17 years of age focusing on short-term crisis stabilization using therapeutic interventions, groups and activities. Adult Inpatient Program: This program focuses on acute, short-term crisis stabilization using psychoeducational groups and activities with an average length of stay of 3-5 days. The program includes individualized treatment planning with a multidisciplinary approach, discharge planning and continuity of care with community providers. Access is limited to adult voluntary admissions over the age of 18. Senior Diagnostic and Treatment Center (located at Stormont-Vail HealthCare, 1500 SW 10th, 6-West, 354-6695): A 16-bed unit providing psychiatric assessment, treatment and discharge. The substance abuse program offers two levels of treatment. If a patient needs a higher level of care, and is eligible, the intensive outpatient program is available and offers up to three hours of group meetings per day, four times per week. After completing intensive outpatient treatment, the patient continues the substance abuse program through outpatient treatment which meets 3 hours, 1 day per week. Eligibility: Available to anyone.

603 SW Topeka Blvd, Suite 100 Topeka, KS 66603 785-232-6807 Answering machine after hours Fax: 785-232-0751 Email: dtipton@breakthroughhouse.org

Mission Statement: To empower individuals with mental illness to function more independently in their social, living and working environments and to secure decent, safe and affordable housing for them in Shawnee County. Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Friday. Services: BTH Clubhouse (1201 Van Buren): provides peer support, daily group activities, meals, self-help, and pre-vocational training and experience in a nonclinical setting. Members participate in setting policy and running the programs that focus on reestablishing themselves into society. Transportation to and from the Clubhouse is available. Housing: Breakthrough Residential Services offers an array of residential options including 24-hour supported group living, semi-independent apartment living, and independent living in Shawnee County. Transitional Employment: Provides people with mental disabilities who are members of the BTH Clubhouse pre-employment training, a job in an integrated work environment in the Topeka or surrounding area, and continuous support on that job to help them determine their readiness for permanent employment. Meals: Two meals are served daily in the clubhouse at Noon Monday through Friday. Evening meals at 4:00 PM on Tuesday and Thursday. On Monday and Wednesday meals are served at 5:30 PM. The cost for meals is fifty cents. For those living in group homes or nursing homes the cost is twenty-five cents. Those living in the Breakthrough Group Homes eat free of charge. On holidays and Mondays all meals are free and open to the community. On holidays only one meal is served at 1:00 PM.

How to Apply: Call for information or appointment.

Eligibility: Persons residing in the Shawnee County area who have a mental illness diagnosis and are 18 years of age or older.

Fees: For counseling reimbursement, sliding scale.

How to Apply: Call 2323-6807.

programs,

Funding: Insurance and client fees.

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Fees: BTH Clubhouse, Transitional Employment none. Payee services are $37.00 per month. Housing rates vary â&#x20AC;&#x201C; please call. Funding: Mental Health Block Grant, Topeka/Shawnee County Social Services Grants and private donations.

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Brookside Mental Health & Family Services PA (FP) 3601 SW 29th Street, Suite 217 Topeka, KS 66614 785-272-8808 Fax: 785-272-0814

Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance - Topeka P. O. Box 4335 Topeka, KS 66604-0335 785-272-1360 or 785-286-2542 Fax: 785-272-1360 or 785-286-2542 Email: bbowersbunch.1@juno.com

Mary Ann Dugan, LSCSW, CFT Mission Statement: To improve the lives of individuals and families through mental health services. Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday – Thursday. Services: Individual counseling. Couples counseling. Family therapy. Blended family therapy. Anxiety therapy. Depression therapy. Addiction therapy. Step parenting counseling. Eligibility: None. How to Apply: Call785-272-8808 for an appointment. Fees: Insurance - $125.00 per hour. Funding: Most major insurance accepted.

Barb Bowers, Volunteer Mission Statement: We’ve been there, we can help. Hours: Vary according to the meetings; 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Services: Education and support for persons with depression or bipolar disorder, their families and support persons. Peer support group for mood disorders. Free quarterly news card available. (Call 785-2721360 or 785-286-2542 or send email with name and postal address to get free program news card and also be added to quarterly DBSA Topeka news card mailing list. Related free pamphlets regarding Depression and Bipolar Disorders. Related Mood Disorder books available to be checked out for 30 days by attendee. Meetings at Valeo, 330 SW Oakley, Lower Conference Room, bimonthly: o 1st Wed., 6:30 p.m. – Discussion o 3rd Wed., 6:30 p.m. – Education, Speakers, & Discussion (Please be prompt, as doors to Valeo close at 7pm.) Eligibility: Over 18 years of age. How to Apply: Contact Bryce Miller or Barb Bowers at numbers listed above. Fees: None. Funding: Donations and grants.

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Educational Opportunities Unlimited

Friends of Recovery

Paul Costigan, CEO

Kathleen Wright, Executive Director John Agnew, Program Coordinator, Wichita Leigh Anne Larson, Program Coordinator, Overland Park

3601 Southwest 29th Street, Suite 209 Topeka, KS 66614 785-228-9800 877-861-7078 Fax: 785-232-8304 info@educationalopportunitiesunlim.com

Mission Statement: To prevent and treat chemical dependency and abuse through strategies that meets the needs of individuals, families, and communities. Hours: Monday 8:00am - 6:00pm Tuesday - Thursday 8:00am - 9:30pm Friday 8:00am - 7:30pm Weekend hours available by appointment only. Hiawatha Office: 202 S. 6th Street, Lower Level Hiawatha, KS 66434 785-742-2400 Fax: 785-742-2227 Services: Adult and Adolescent treatment programs. Intensive Outpatient services. Alcohol/Drug Information School. Women’s Group. Individual Counseling. Anger Management. SAP-DOT. Eligibility: People who are seeking treatment for alcohol or drug related issues. Services may be provided following an evaluation with recommendations for different levels of care, including outpatient, intensive outpatient, individual relapse prevention, gender issues, more specifically women’s empowerment group. How to Apply: Call office at 785-228-9800 to schedule an appointment for assessment.

6422 Santa Fe Drive. Overland Park, KS 66202 (913) 722-0367 or (800) 722-0366 Fax: (913) 722-6325 730 N Waco Wichita, KS 67203 Website: www.friendsofrecovery.com Email: kittythomas04@hotmail.com

Mission Statement: To support and collaborate with Oxford Houses in Kansas, which are self-supporting, democratically-operated homes for recovering individuals. Friends of Recovery and Oxford House will assist these individuals to attain and sustain recovery from substance addiction. Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday. Services: Case management. Conflict mediation. Community presentations, including civic and faith organizations. Community liaison services. Advocacy and support. Topeka Locations - Oxford Houses Crossroads: 1600 SW College Ave-66606, 408-5633 Lane: 1730 SW Washburn- 66606, 235-2917 Unity: 1531 Topeka Blvd- 66612, 357-4919 Washburn: 5401 SW 28th- 66614, 228-3868 **Willow Park: 804 SW Lindenwood, 66606, 2356916 **Holly - 1128 Medford - 66604, 235-0050 **Women’s houses Eligibility: Must be in recovery from alcohol or drug addiction.

Fees: Sliding scale based upon ability to pay.

How to Apply: Contact Kathleen Wright at the number listed above for complete list of Oxford Houses in the Topeka area.

Funding: Medicaid, Blue Cross/Blue Shield and other insurances. Private pay and sliding scale fee scale.

Fees: None to apply to an Oxford House. Deposit and rent due upon acceptance into Oxford House. Funding: Addiction and Prevention Services (AAPS) grant, Johnson County Alcohol Tax Fund Grant, donations.

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Heartland Clinical Consultants (FP) th

5040 SW 28 Street, Suite F Topeka, KS 66614 785-272-2266 Fax: 785-273-9972 Email: larry@heartlandclinical.com Larry Huey, LSCSW Mission Statement: To provide treatment for individuals with emotional, psychiatric, chemical dependency or employment issues. Hours: 7:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m., evenings; weekends by appointment.

Jody Koerner, LSCSW Heartland Clinical Consultants (FP)

Location #1 5040 SW 28th Street, Suite F Topeka, KS 66614 785-272-2266 Fax: 785-273-9972 Location #2 544 Columbia Drive, Suite 3B Lawrence, KS 66049 785-842-7296 Website: www.heartlandclinical.com Email: jodysocialworker@cox.net Jody Koerner, Clinical Social Worker

Services: Substance abuse evaluation and treatment. Anger management. Sex offender treatment. Employee assistance programs.

Mission Statement: To help people achieve a successful and healthy balance in their lives.

Eligibility: Available to everyone.

Services: Batterers Intervention Program Anger Management Treatment Sex Offender Treatment - psychological evaluations & group therapy Substance Abuse Evaluations for DUI, OUI, DWI & possession offenses Substance Abuse/Chemical Dependency Education & Treatment Services Alcohol & Drug Information School Relapse Prevention Cognitive Life-skills Training/Development Victim's Services - for victims of domestic battery, sexual, emotional or physical trauma Theft Offender Program Employee Assistance Programs - network affiliate Substance Abuse Professional (SAP) services, as required by DOT

How to Apply: Call 785-272-2266 for an appointment. Fees: Fees vary with services.

Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m., Monday – Friday. 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m., Saturday.

How to Apply: Call 785-272-2266. Fees: Free Brief telephone consultation to help determine if these services are right for you. Outpatient Mental Health fees: $120.00 for initial session and $90.00 for following sessions. Most major insurances accepted. Visa and Master Card are accepted. Some clients choose to self-pay. Employee Assistance Programs: EAP programs are funded totally by the Employer. There are no funds collected from the employee. Professional Life Coaching fees: This is a Self Pay program. Visa and Master Card are accepted. There is a significant discount for prepay.

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Kansas Family Partnership 5942 SW 29th Street Topeka, KS 66614-2539 785-266-6161 Toll Free: 1-800-206-7231 Fax: 785-266-6149 Website: www.kansasfamily.com Email: KsFamPart@kansasfamily.com Michelle Voth, Executive Director Mission Statement: To promote positive youth behaviors by supporting diverse Kansas families and communities through education, networking and advocacy. Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday – Thursday. 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Friday. Services: KFP coordinates alcohol and other drug programming such as statewide awareness campaigns (Red Ribbon Week). Kansas Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD). Provides training and workshops on drug prevention issues. Houses a free statewide resource center of alcohol and other drug materials and videos. Provides logistical coordination for statewide committees and meetings. Eligibility: No direct services to individual clients provided. How to Apply: Contact Maria Torrez Anderson for more information about programs. Contact Nicole Stejskal for more information about resource center. Fees: Printed materials offered at no cost. Videos available for check-out. Funding: State and Federal grants, fees, donations, and private foundations.

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Kansas National Guard Joint Substance Abuse Prevention Program

Armed Forces Reserve Center Bldg 688, Rm 155, Forbes Field Topeka, KS 66619 785-861-3933 Fax: 785-861-3952 Website: www.us.army.mil/suite/page/490664 Email: matthew.rubin@ng.army.mil Sgt. 1st Class- Matthew Rubin, Prevention Coordinator Mission Statement: To provide prevention training, outreach to military families, and treatment resources to military members in an effort to increase military discipline, individual performance, and combat readiness. Hours: Office: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday - Friday. 24 hour Hotline: 785-640-1805. Services: Providing prevention education to units and families. Assisting service members and their dependents with finding proper treatment facilities for both selfreferrals and board directed referral. Working with service members and their dependents to reduce the abuse of substance or activities that are harmful to the welfare of the service member and their family members’ well-being. Eligibility: Member/dependent of the Kansas Army or Air National Guard. How to Apply: Contact us at 785-861-3933 or 785640-1805. Fees: Varies from facility to facility. Funding: Tri-Care/sliding scale.

Mirror Inc.

Residential Reentry Center 2201 SE 25th Street Topeka, KS 66605 785-783-3274 Fax: 785-215-6087 Website: www.mirrorinc.org Email: kmcgill@mirrorinc.org

Ken McGill, VP Correctional Programs Mary Handley, Director of Federal Programs Angela Greenough, LMSW, Social Coordinator Mission Statement: Mirrorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mission is that through broad-based partnerships, we will provide substance abuse, correctional, and other community health and human services to people in need. Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday- Friday. Reentry Center Hours: 24 hour. Services: Mirror, Inc. offers a comprehensive array of programming to individuals, communities and government entities. Continuum of care is available for those participating in the Residential Reentry Center program. These services are provided to individuals involved in the criminal justice system through contracts we have entered into with the U.S. Bureau of Prisons and U.S. Probation to assist individuals in successful re-entry into society after incarceration. Our correctional programs also provide services for individuals who are supervised by the U.S. Probation Office in Kansas. Mirror serves as a regional Residential Reentry Center for Federal Offenders releasing from Federal Bureau of Prisons and returning to Topeka, KS and surrounding areas. These individuals are placed at the Residential Reentry Center in order to complete the remainder of their term of incarceration and to begin their transition to the community by obtaining and maintaining gainful employment, suitable, approved housing, obtain needed support services in the community, and reintegrate into family dynamics. Also, individuals transition from the Federal Bureau of Prisons to the jurisdiction of the U.S. Probation Office. The goal of this program is to assist offenders in developing skills necessary for a successful transition into the community and to assist them in becoming a productive member of the community.

Mosaic

6220 SE California Avenue Berryton, KS 66409 785-383-4563 Website: www.mosaickansascity.org Email: kim.rice@mosaicinfo.org Kim Rice, Program Coordinator Mission Statement: Embracing Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s call to serve in the world. Mosaic advocates for people with intellectual disabilities and provides opportunities for them to enjoy a full life. Hours: 24 Hours, (365 days per year). Services: Host home program for residential services. A program for people with intellectual disabilities to live in a family-like or roommate setting. It offers the least restrictive, most natural living environment and helpâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s people achieve the highest degree of life satisfaction and personal goals. People who receive these services get personal attention, consistent support from the same person, one-on-one contact between provider and family member or guardian. Regular monitoring for those with healthcare needs. Eligibility: Persons 18 years or older with mental retardation or developmental/intellectual disabilities. How to Apply: Call 785-383-4563, or Community Developmental Disabilities Organization (CDDO) at 785267-1041. Fees: Sliding scale based on ability to pay. Funding: Medicaid, and Home & Community Based Services (HCBS).

Eligibility: Referral from United States Probation or Federal Bureau of Prisons. Fees: Clients pay a portion of the cost through subsistence (a percentage of income from employment). Funding Sources: United States Justice Department.

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New Beginnings Health Care (FP)

5315 SW 7th Street Topeka, KS 66606 785-233-7138 Fax: 785-233-7089 Website: newbeginningshealthcare.com Email: newbeginnings@nbhc.kscoxmail.com Kenneth Hagen, LSCSW, Practice Manager Mission Statement: At New Beginnings we help people restore balance in their lives. We offer a safe place where people can be heard and understood. Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., Monday â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Thursday. 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Friday. Services: Diagnostic and psychiatric consultation. Medication management. Substance abuse counseling. Psychotherapy including couples, families and individuals. Psychological testing. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). Eligibility: Services for adults and adolescents. How to Apply: Call 785-233-7138. Fees: Call 785-233-7138 for information. Funding: Insurance, private pay, and Medicare.

New Dawn Wellness & Recovery Center (FP) 4015 S.W. 21st Street Topeka, KS 66604 785-266-0202 Fax: 785-267-3439 Email: nlollman@sbcglobal.net Nancy Lollman, Director Mission Statement: To provide the best service possible for those with substance abuse, addictions, or gambling problems. Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 7:30 p.m., Monday - Friday, with weekend hours available. Services: Assessments and referrals. Outpatient and intensive outpatient addiction treatment. Individual and group therapy. Services for mental and emotional issues. Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Individualized treatment plans for the client. Specialized treatment for women, men, and adolescents. Gambling Assessments and specialized counseling. Eligibility: Individual must be 13 years old or older. How to Apply: Call 785-266-0202. Fees: Sliding scale available for qualified individual. Arrangements must be made in advance. Funding: Insurance, Medicaid, and Self pay.

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Prevention & Recovery Services, Inc. (PARS) 2209 SW 29th Street Topeka, KS 66611 785-266-8666 (RPC) 785-266-4606 (Safe Streets) Fax: 785=266-3833 Website: www.parstopeka.com www.safestreets.org

John Calbeck, Executive Director

Sims-Kemper Clinical Counseling (FP) 1701 SW Medford Avenue Topeka, KS 66604 785-233-0666 Fax: 785-233-8065 Website: www.sims-kemper.com Email: sims-kemper@sbcglobal.net Shirley Murray, Executive Director

Mission Statement: Sims-Kemper Clinical Counseling & Recovery Services is a regional resource providing evaluation, education and treatment for problems with alcohol, drugs and/or gambling. Our goal is to promote individual growth, healthy families, and positive lifestyles.

PARS has two divisions, the Regional Prevention Center and Safe Streets. The Regional Prevention Center, or RPC, provides assistance and education regarding substances and related behaviors to youth, families, schools, businesses and the community. Safe Streets works to create a healthier community by addressing substance abuse and crime through prevention education and citizen empowerment.

Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday. Group sessions: weekdays, evenings, Saturday mornings.

Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday – Thursday. 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Friday, Evenings by appointment. Services: Alcohol, tobacco and other drug information. Technical assistance to schools and communities. Positive Action consultation and assistance to schools. Interpretation of Communities that Care survey data. Consultations on prevention and intervention activities. Youth alcohol and drug evaluations. Regional alcohol and drug awareness resource. Safe Streets Coalition. Safest Capital City Team. Neighborhood Watch. Safe Property Management. Mediation for neighborhood disputes. Youth Program — The Force. Workshops and presentations.

Services: Alcohol Education Classes. Evaluations, continuing care and relapse prevention. Outpatient drug, alcohol and compulsive gambling treatment. Intensive Outpatient Treatment. Group and/or individual treatment for men, women, adolescent. Eligibility: Persons with substance and/or gambling problems and their families. How to Apply: Call 785-233-0666 for appointment. Fees: Call for information. Funding: Third party insurance, Medicaid and self-pay (Sliding Scale Available). We also accept applicants from SB123, Shawnee County Drug Court, Fourth or More DUI Funding and Federal Block Grant.

Eligibility: Available to everyone. How to Apply: Call or write for information. Fees: Vary based upon programs. Funding: The United Way of Greater Topeka, the City of Topeka and Shawnee County Alcohol and Drug Program Funds, and Kansas Department of Children and Families/Addiction and Prevention Services.

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Stepping Stones

Valeo Recovery Center 2010 NW Logan Street Topeka, KS 66608 785-357-1183 Fax: 785-357-5170 Gary Lee, Program Manager Mission Statement: To provide comprehensive and progressive services for the treatment of substance abuse in the individual and family, regardless of financial circumstances. Hours: 24-hour detoxification services and residential programs. Outpatient programs: 8:00 a.m. - 9:30 p.m. Services: Intermediate Care, a 24-hour residential program (330 Oakley). Intensive Outpatient Treatment (330 Oakley). Reintegration Services for men to help while working and living independently (2010 NW Logan). Weekly Continuing Care Groups are available to help clients use coping skills learned in treatment (330 Oakley & 2010 NW Logan). Relapse Prevention Planning Groups are alternative treatment programs that address the needs of people who have experienced a history of relapses, but have made genuine attempts at recovery (330 Oakley & 2010 NW Logan). Support Services are available to clients who are eligible to have services paid for by Addiction and Prevention Services (AAPS) and who need services to enhance their outpatient treatment (330 Oakley & 2010 NW Logan). Employment Opportunity Groups to focus on issues related to employment (330 Oakley & 2010 NW Logan). Individual counseling available. Social Detoxification is an 11-bed unit for persons who are in need of a safe, supportive environment. Alcohol/Drug Assessments for adolescents/adults. Eligibility: Available to everyone. Admission is not denied to any individual due to inability to pay. Special priority given to pregnant women, women with children, IV drug use, KDCF referrals or HIV-positive persons. All programs available to persons with a concurrent mental health diagnosis. How to Apply: Intake services call (785) 233-1730. Detoxification services call (785) 234-3448. Fees: Based on income Funding: SRS Substance Abuse/Mental Health Services, Topeka Shawnee County Special Alcohol/Drug Programs Fund, Valeo Behavioral Health Care, client fees and private donations

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Sunflower Alcohol Safety Action Project 112 SE 7th Street, Suite F Topeka, KS 66603 785-232-1415 Fax: 785-232-5648

Chris Noble, Project Coordinator Mission Statement: Providing evaluation and education services, pre-sentence recommendations and probationary services for drinking/drug offenders to the courts. Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Friday. Services: To provide alcohol and drug evaluations to all court referrals of Driving under the Influence offenders and other alcohol/drug offenders. To make recommendations to the District Attorney and/or the court on all Driving Under the Influence offenders for the purpose of referring to education or treatment. Conduct an Alcohol and Drug Information School for both adults and juveniles. Eligibility: Court referral. How to Apply: Through the judicial process or self application. Fees: Established by state or court referrals. Funding: Client fees, donations, Third Judicial District Court budget.

Valeo Behavioral Health Care 330 Oakley, Topeka, KS 66606 785-233-1730 785-234-3300 - 24-hour Crisis Hotline Fax: 785-233-0085 Website: www.valeotopeka.org Christine Wills, Crisis & Intake Program Manager Lisa Hastings, Crisis Intervention Program Mgr. Kristin Farley, Supported Employment Services Program Manager Patricia Vega, Supported Education Services Program Dennis Tenpenny, Case Management Program Donna Park, Adult Psychotherapy Program Gary Lee, Chief of Valeo Recovery Center Lee Morris, Housing Resource Specialist Mission Statement: To be the provider of choice for mental wellness and recovery services for the people of our community, our state, and our nation by providing: The Right Amount of Service to The Right Person at The Right Time with The Right Outcomes for The Right Cost. Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday. Services: Crisis Intake. Crisis Intervention. Crisis Housing. Substance & Gambling Addictions Treatment- Detox, Inpatient, Outpatient, Community Reintegration. Adult Psychotherapy. Medical Services. Mental Health Screening. Case Management. Community Based Rehabilitation. Supported Education. Supported Employment. Expressive Therapies. Integrated Dual Diagnosis Treatment. Senior Outreach Services. In-Home Support. Peer Support. Transitional Housing for special populations.

Valeo Community Residence Program, Inc. 5401 SW 7th Street Topeka, KS 66606 785-215-8864 Fax: 785-233-0957 Website: www.valeocrp.org Email: info@valeocrp.org

Lisa Hastings – Program Manager Mission Statement: Valeo Community Residence Program will be the provider of choice for individuals seeking mental wellness in a uniquely warm, supportive, family-like environment which fosters personal growth in a residential setting. Hours: Initial assessment and appointment schedule is done 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday. Services are provided 24-hours, 7 days a week. Services: Long-Term Residential care. Transitional Residential Care. Adult Day Program. Comprehensive mental health services. Individualized treatment plans. Daily groups and leisure activities. Housekeeping and Meals. Employment support. Education support. Case management. Medication monitoring. Eligibility: Adults with mental illness and/or dual diagnosis. How to Apply: Contact Lisa Hastings, Program Manager for an Assessment, 785-215-8864. Fees: Private Pay. Rates available for permanent resident single occupancy, permanent resident double occupancy, Annex rates by day. Funding: Fees, donations.

Eligibility: Adults 18+ who live, work, or own property in Shawnee County. All Valeo Behavioral Health Care Services require an assessment and open chart. Special population’s accommodations. How to Apply: Call Crisis Intake & Assessment 785233-1730 ext. 3200. Fees: Sliding scale or billed to third party insurers. Funding: Medicaid/Medicare, state aid, state and federal grants, fees, donations.

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Audio-Reader Network 1120 W 11th St Lawrence, KS 66044 785-864-4600 Fax: 785-864-5278 Website: www.reader.ku.edu Email: arnet@ku.edu

Peg Sampson - Outreach Coordinator

Communicable Diseases

Shawnee County Health Agency 1534 SW Clay Street Topeka, KS 66604 785-368-2000 Fax: 785-368-2098 Website: www.shawneehealth.org Allison Alejos, Director of Local Health Department

Mission Statement: Audio-reader offers print-disabled persons the opportunity for greater personal independence by providing access to the printed work via a variety of technologies - radio, telephone, internet and others.

Mission Statement: Dedicated to promoting and protecting health in the community by providing prevention, education, and health care services.

Hours: 24 hours per day broadcast. Building hours: 7:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m., Monday - Friday. 7:00 a.m. 2:00 p.m., Saturday and Sunday.

Hours: 8 a.m. - noon and 1:00-5:00 p.m., Monday, Thursday, and Friday. 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. and 3:00 -7:00 p.m., Tuesday. 8:00 a.m.-noon and 2:00-5:00 p.m., Wednesday.

Services: Audio-Reader specializes in the reading of newspapers, magazines and books via a closed circuit radio, the internet and the telephone. We also record materials on CD per the individual needs of a listener like appliance manuals, newsletters and medical information. All reading is done by volunteers. Services are provided by the University of Kansas. Eligibility: Anyone with a vision or print impairment.

Services: Communicable Disease Control and Education is responsible for prevention of infectious disease through surveillance, treatment and follow-up. For information on infection control and rabies call 785368-2000. Eligibility: Open to the public. How to Apply: Call 785-368-2000.

How to Apply: Applications can be downloaded or received by mail.

Fees: Medicaid, HealthWave, Medicare, Century, and Blue Cross Blue Shield are billed. Cash or check payments are also accepted.

Fees: none

Funding: Not available

Funding: Grants, donations, fundraisers, support of the University of Kansas.

Community Health Center Shawnee County Health Agency Main Clinic 1615 SW 8th Avenue • Topeka, KS 66606 (785) 368-2000 Fax: (785) 368-2098

Van Sickle – Thorn Building 2115 SW 10th • Topeka, KS 66604 (785) 368-2000 Fax: (785) 354-4319

California Clinic 2025 SE California • Topeka, KS 66607 (785) 368-2000 Fax: (785) 354-4014 Web Site: www.shawneehealth.org Alice Weingartner, Director Mission Statement: To provide quality, barrier-free health care services that are accessible, affordable and accountable. Hours: 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m., Monday, Thursday, Friday. 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m., Tuesday. 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Wednesday. Services: Primary health care for children and adults Prenatal services Family planning Behavioral Health Pregnancy testing Screens for sexually transmitted diseases Referrals HIV counseling and testing Kan Be Healthy (KBH) and well child screenings Eligibility: All residents of Shawnee County are eligible. Services are not free, a discounted fee is available for some services. Proof of income is required to determine discounted fee. How to Apply: Call 785-368-2000 for an appointment. Fees: Medicaid, HelathWave, Medicare, Century and Blue Cross Blue Shield. A discounted fee is available for those who qualify. Funding: Federal and State grants, local taxes and fees for services.

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Health Connections

At Stormont Vail HealthCare 1500 SW 10th Avenue Topeka, Kansas 66604 785-354-5225 Fax: 785-354-6195 Website: www.stormontvail.org

Charlotte Schirmer, R.N., M.S.N., Manager Mission Statement: Working together to improve the health of our community. Hours: Nurse consultation available 4:30 p.m. - 8:00 a.m. Monday - Friday and available 24 hours on weekends and holidays. Services: Nurse consultation Physician referral Health information Community outreach Patient follow-up Ask-A-Nurse: When you are unsure of what to do about a child’s fever or need guidance about a senior’s non-emergent medical symptom that is causing concern, turn to the Ask-A-Nurse. The trained nurses at Health Connections are available to assist with health information for you and your family after the doctor’s office has closed. Call 785354-5225. Eligibility: Services are available to individuals regardless of race, religion, nationality or ability to pay. How to Apply: Contact 785-354-5225 for more information. Fees: None. Funding: A division of Stormont-Vail HealthCare.

Health Department

Shawnee County Health Agency Main Clinic

1615 SW 8th Avenue Topeka, KS 66606 785-368-2000 Fax: 785-368-2098 Web Site: www.shawneehealth.org

Central Park Community Center 1534 SW Clay Street Topeka, KS 66604 785-368-2000 Fax: 785-368-2098 Allison Alejos, Director Mission Statement: Dedicated to promoting and protecting the health in the community by providing prevention, education, and health care services. Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday, Thursday, Friday. 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Tuesday. 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m.- 5:00 p.m., Wednesday.

HealthAccess

PO Box 615 Topeka, KS 66601-0615 785-235-0996 Fax: 785-235-5114 Email: khedquist@kmsonline.org Karla Hedquist Mission Statement: To establish ready access to appropriate, high quality health care for the low income, uninsured people of Shawnee County. Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday. Services: • Physician services. • Hospital services. • Prescription services. Eligibility: Income below 150% of the Federal Poverty Level. How to Apply: Call 785-235-0996. Fees: Co-payment required for prescription purchases. Funding: Topeka Community Foundation, the United Way of Greater Topeka, the City of Topeka, Shawnee County, and from private donations.

Services: Childcare Licensing Communicable Disease Emergency Preparedness Environmental Health Gatekeepers Health Education Home Care Assistance Immunizations Maternal and Child Health Outreach Sexually Transmitted Disease (STD) Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Eligibility: Most services are open to everyone, however some programs do have eligibility requirements. Check with individual program for detailed information How to Apply: Call 785-368-2000 Fees: Varies Funding: Tax support, grants funds and fees for services.

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Heartland Hospice

2231 SW Wanamaker Road, Ste 202 Topeka, KS 66614 785-271-6500 Fax: 785-271-8229 Website: www.heartlandhospice.com Mission Statement: The mission of Heartland Hospice is to provide quality hospice care to patients with a limited life expectancy, as well as, support to their caregivers. The quality of life for those we serve is enhanced through palliative and specialized supportive care designed to meet the physical, psychosocial, social and spiritual needs of the patients and caregivers. Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday- Friday (office hours) Services available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Services: • Hospice provides services to patients with a limited life expectancy. The physical, psychosocial and spiritual needs of patients and caregivers are met by an interdisciplinary team comprised of the patient’s attending physician, a medical director, a RN case manager, a hospice aide, a medical social worker, a spiritual counselor, a bereavement counselor, and volunteers. A dietician, physical therapy, occupational therapy and speech therapy are also services provided to our patients. Eligibility: Call 785-271-6500. How to Apply: Call the numbers listed above. Fees: Hospice is a covered benefit under Medicare, Medicaid and many private insurance plans. Heartland Hospice strives to provide care to all who are eligible and need hospice care irrespective of ability to pay.

Hospice Services Midland Care 200 SW Frazier Circle Topeka, KS 66606 785-232-2044 Fax: 785-232-5567 Toll Free: 1-800-491-3691 www.midlandcareconnection.org Mission Statement: Meeting individual needs through innovative healthcare solutions. Hours: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Services: Pain management and symptom control. Personal care such as bathing, dressing, oral care, and toileting. Light housekeeping and laundry. Medication management. Spiritual and psychosocial support. Caregiver respite. Coordination and communication with care providers. Private rooms in a park-like setting at Hospice House when appropriate. Eligibility: Call 785-232-2044 for more information. No one is denied service because of an inability to pay. How to Apply: Call 785-232-2044 for more information. No one is denied service because of an inability to pay. Fees: Call 785-232-2044 for more information. No one is denied service because of an inability to pay. Funding: Private insurance, Medicare, Medicaid, fundraising, donations, and memorial contributions.

Funding: Medicare, Medicaid and private insurance. Midland Care Connection, Inc. is a not-for-profit organization accredited by the Community Health Accreditation Program.

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Immunizations

Shawnee County Health Agency 1615 SW 8th Avenue Topeka, KS 66606 785-368-2180 Fax: 785-368-2098 Website: www.shawneehealth.org Allison Alejos, Director Mission Statement: Dedicated to promoting and protecting the health in the community by providing prevention, education, and health care services. Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m., Monday, Thursday and Friday. 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m., Tuesday. 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m., Wednesday. Services: Provide immunizations for infants, children, and adults to help ensure their health and the overall health of our community. TB Skin tests are provided during regular business hours. No TB Skin testing is available on Thursdays. Patients will need to return 2 days later to have their skin test read. Travel immunizations should be obtained when someone plans to travel outside the United States, to help protect against diseases that may be common in other countries. It is recommended that they are received at least 6 weeks prior to travel. Eligibility: Open to the public. How to apply: Service provided on a walk-in basis during regular business hours. Fees: Medicaid, Medicare, HealthWave, Century, and Blue Cross Blue Shield are billed. Cash, check or credit cards are accepted forms of payment. Funding: State grants, local taxes and fees for service.

Kansas Association for the Medically Underserved

The State Primary Care Association 1129 South Kansas Avenue, Suite B Topeka, KS 66612 785-233-8483 Fax: 785-233-8403 Website: www. kamuonline.org Email: kspca@kspca.org Cathy Harding, Executive Director Mission Statement: The mission of the Kansas Association for the Medically Underserved is to support and strengthen our member organizations through advocacy, education, and communication. Hours: 8:00 a.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 5:00 p.m., Monday â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Friday. Services: Networking Opportunities. Advocacy. Information Dissemination. Technical Assistance. AmeriCorps. Community Development and Trainings. Eligibility: KAMU is a member organization offering organizational, associate and individual memberships:

Organizational membership is available to non profit or public organizations that share the mission of KAMU and that deliver primary and preventive health care services to patients regardless of ability to pay either by legal mandate or explicitly adopted mission. Each Organizational Member has one vote at meetings of the General Membership. Organizational members are entitled to all membership benefits. Associate Membership is available to non-profit or public organizations that deliver primary and preventive health care services that are not comprehensive in nature, to patients regardless of their ability to pay. Associate members are non-voting members and are entitled to basic membership benefits. Individual membership is available to persons that do not represent an organizational member if they support the mission and vision of the Corporation. Individual Members will be non-voting members of the Corporation. How to Apply: Contact Kari Parker, kparker@kspca.org. Fees: Membership. Funding: Government and private grants.

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Marian Clinic & Marian Clinic Dental

Midland Care PACE Services

Marian Clinic (Medical):

130 SW Frazier Circle Topeka, KS 66606 785-232-5770 Fax: 785-232-1513 Website: www.midlandcc.org

1001 SW Garfield Street • Topeka, KS 66604 785-233-8081 Fax: 785-233-8952 Website: www.marianclinic.org Email: ktaylor@marianclinic.org

Marian Clinic (Dental):

(A Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly)

Karily Taylor, Executive Director

Mission Statement: Midland Care PACE Services manages your “whole” person in a one-stop care program. You will enjoy freedom from navigating the maze of medical services, allowing you to focus on maintaining independence and quality of life.

Mission Statement: We will, in the spirit of the Sisters of Charity, reveal God’s healing love by improving the health of the individuals and communities we serve, especially those who are poor or vulnerable.

Hours: PACE Center and Clinic are open MondayFriday, 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.; care is provided in the home and PACE Center; on-call staff available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Hours: Medical Clinic: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday Thursday, 8:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Friday. Dental Clinic: 7:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday – Friday.

Services: Prescription and over-the-counter medications with no co-payment. PACE Center. Transportation. Durable medical equipment: hospital beds, wheelchairs, walkers and more. Dental care: routine and special procedures, plus dentures as needed. Medical care, including specialists. Audiology services: exams and hearing aids. Physical therapy, occupational and speech therapy. In-home-services: errands, personal care, cleaning, and laundry, cooking as needed. Coordination of additional services including financial, legal and housing aid.

3164 E. 6th Avenue • Topeka, KS 66607 785-233-2800 Fax: 785-233-5116

Services: • Medical and dental services for the uninsured who meet 200% federal poverty guidelines. Eligibility: By application through our eligibility process. You may apply at Marian Clinic Medical or Dental. How to Apply: Call for information or come by and get a registration form. Fees: $15.00 patient visit free at Marian Clinic Medical. Fee at Marian Clinic Dental is dependent on type of procedure. Funding: Fundraising events.

Eligibility: Age 55 and over; meet criteria for nursing facility care according to the State of Kansas; Assessment by PACE team as being appropriate for services; and reside in the Midland PACE area, which includes the following counties: Douglas, Jackson, Jefferson, Osage, Pottawatomie, Shawnee and Wabaunsee. How to Apply: Call for tour and/or more information, complete paperwork. Fees: Dependent upon income. obligation may be required.

Participant financial

Funding: Medicare, Medicaid, Private Insurance and private pay.

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Midland Care

Palliative Care Services

Thrive at Home Services

200 SW Frazier Circle Topeka, KS 66606 785-232-2044 Fax: 785-232-5567 Toll Free: 1-800-491-3691 www.midlandcareconnection.org

Mission Statement: Meeting individual needs through innovative healthcare solutions.

Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Friday.

Hours: 24 hours/7 days a week.

Services: Specialized care for patients with serious or life limiting illnesses. Patient tailored nursing and social work visits. Management of pain and other symptoms, including side effects of chemotherapy. Coordination of care by providing guidance for treatment options, emotional support, financial issues, and individual and family counseling. Spiritual support. Assistance in accessing community resources, support groups, referral services, patient education, and disease specific information.

Services: Assistance with personal activities such as bathing, dressing, oral care, and toileting. Light meals: planning, preparation, feeding, and cleanup. Companionship. Caregiver respite. Assistance with wakeup and bedtime. Light housekeeping. Laundry. Medication reminders.

Eligibility: Individuals with an advanced or chronic illness in need of additional services.

How to Apply: Call 785-232-2044 for more information.

Fees: Call 785-232-2044 for more information.

Fees: Call 785-232-2044 for more information. Funding: Private insurance, Medicare, Medicaid, fundraising, donations, and memorial contributions. Midland Care Connection, Inc. is a not-for-profit organization accredited by the Community Health Improvement Program.

Eligibility: Call 785-232-2044 for more information.

Funding: Private pay, long-term care insurance. Midland Care Connection, Inc. is a not-for-profit organization accredited by the Community Health Accreditation Program.

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St. Francis Health Center

Stormont-Vail HealthCare

Sister Loretto Marie Colwell, President/CEO

Randy Peterson, President/CEO

Mission Statement: We will, in the spirit of the Sisters of Charity, reveal Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s healing love by improving the health of the individuals and communities we serve, especially those who are poor or vulnerable.

Mission Statement: Working together to improve the health of our community.

1700 SW 7th Street Topeka, KS 66606 785-295-8000 Emergency: 785-295-8090 Poison Center: 785-295-8095

Hours: Services provided 24 hours per day. Services: Medical, surgical, diagnostic and therapeutic services: vascular laser, intensive and critical care units, cardiology services including open heart surgery, occupational medicine and industrial rehabilitation program, and others. Comprehensive programs are Cancer program, Orthopedics, Alcohol and Drug Treatment, Gambling addiction program, Sleep disorders center, Mammography screening center, Stock eye institute, Rehabilitation center and Pain medicine center, St. Francis heart and vascular institute, Chest pain center and the Diabetes Center at Mission Woods. Services include laboratory, radiology, diabetes education, respiratory care, home health care, adult inpatient and outpatient chemical dependency and oncology unit. 24-hour emergency services, emergency medical education, Life Star Air ambulance, helipad and NE Kansas Poison center. Eligibility: All patients are admitted regardless of race, gender, age or creed. How to Apply: physician.

Admitted on order of attending

Fees: Patients are billed according to established hospital charges. Funding: Insurance, Medicare, Medicaid.

1500 SW 10th Avenue Topeka, KS 66604-1353 785-354-6000 Health Connections: 785-354-5225 Website: www.stormontvail.org

Hours: 24-hours per day in main hospital; as posted in clinics. Services: Hospital: Medical Imaging Services, Pharmacy, pathology and clinical laboratory, chaplaincy, orthopedics, Digestive Health Center, Health Connections, Hospitalists, Rehabilitation Services, Breast Care, Education Services, School of Nursing. General/Acute Hospital Services: Inpatient, Outpatient, Medical , Surgical, Intensive Care, Obstetric/High Risk Obstetric, Neonatal Intensive care, Pediatric, Pediatric Intensive Care Unit, Psychiatric, Emergency Services, Level II Trauma Center, Heliport, Regional Poison Control Center, Joint Center, Spine Center, Senior Diagnostic and Treatment Unit, Cardiology Services, Oncology Services and Diabetes Learning Center, Diabetes and Endocrinology Center, HealthWise 55 program, Young Adult Center, Accredited Chest Pain Center and volunteer program. Specialty Services: Family practice, internal medicine, pediatrics, oncology, cardiovascular medicine, neurology, endocrinology, endoscopy, dermatology, pediatrics, pediatric cardiology, allergy/asthma/immunology, dermatologic surgery, gastroenterology, general surgery, neurosurgery hematology and medical oncology, infectious disease, nephrology and hypertension, pediatric neurology, obstetrics and gynecology, pulmonary medicine, rheumatology, connective tissue disorders, wound care, occupational medicine, and Pharmacy. Hospital Main Campus: 1500 SW 10th Ave. Clinic Main Campus: 901 SW Garfield and 823 SW Mulvane, 785-354-9591.

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Cotton-O’Neil Clinics: o Local: Croco Road, Heart Center, Jane C. Stormont Women’s Health Center, North, Pediatric Care, Urish Road, Cancer Center, Cardiothoracic Surgeons, Digestive Health Center, Work Care, Wound Care, Dermatology Clinic, Rehabilitation Services (PT/OT), Express Care Services, Clinic at Walmart o Regional: Alma, Carbondale, Emporia, Lawrence, Lebo, Meriden, Osage City, Oskaloosa, Rossville and Wamego Accreditations: Stormont-Vail is a Magnet Hospital and Joint Commission Accredited. Centers of Excellence in Joint (Hip and Knee) and Stroke and Level II Trauma Accreditation and Level III Neo-natal Intensive Care. Eligibility: All Patients are admitted regardless of race, color, creed or ability to pay. How to Apply: Hospital – admitted on order of attending physician. Clinics – call Health Connections at 785-354-5225 to find a physician that meets your needs. Fees: Dependent upon service. Funding: Fees, insurance and government-sponsored health care programs.

Veterans Affairs Eastern Kansas Health Care System Colmery-O’Neil VA Medical Center 2200 SW Gage Boulevard Topeka, KS 66622 785-350-3111 Fax: 785-350-4336

Judy K. McKee, FACHE, Director Mission Statement: To provide accessible, courteous, comprehensive and quality health care to veterans in an environment of excellence. Hours: 24-hour service. Services: Medical, surgical, neurological and psychiatric care including alcohol and drug treatment, outpatient care, social service follow-up and extended hospital/nursing home care. Community-based outpatient clinics are located in Chanute, Emporia, Fort Scott, Garnett, Junction City, Kansas City, Lawrence, and Seneca, Kansas and St. Joseph, Missouri. Eligibility: Any veteran who has completed an initial tour of duty in a branch of the military service and has been discharged/released under conditions other than dishonorable. How to Apply: Call the Eligibility Clerk 785-350-3111, ext. 52760. Fees: Dependent upon income. Co-payment may be required. Funding: Federal government. *See Resources for Veterans in this Directory.

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Women, Infants and Children (WIC)

Shawnee County Health Agency 1615 SW 8th Avenue Topeka, KS 66606 785-368-2170 Fax: 785-368-2098 Website: www.shawneehealth.org Allison Alejos, Director Mission Statement: Dedicated to promoting and protecting the health in the community by providing prevention, education, and health care services. Hours: By appointment only. 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday, Thursday and Friday. 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m., Tuesday. 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m., Wednesday. Services: Provide nutritious foods, healthcare referrals and nutrition education for income eligible pregnant, breastfeeding and post-partum women, infants and children up to age 5. Eligibility: Open to pregnant, breastfeeding and postpartum women, infants and children up to age 5, who meet income guidelines. How to apply: Call 368-2170 Fees: None. Funding: Grants funding.

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Miscellaneous Community Resources

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City Utilities Cable Television 368-1000

El Centro of Topeka 785-232-8207

Electricity 1-800-383-1183

Environmental Health Services (From The Shawnee Co. Health Agency) 785-291-2455

Gas 1-800-794-4780 Refuse 233-4774 or 368-3111

Envision, Inc. 316-440-1500 610 N Main St., Wichita, KS 67203 E-mail: envision@envisionus.com

Telephone (AT&T) 800-646-7928

Family Service & Guidance Ctr. 785-232-5005

Water 368-3111

Farm Inc., 785-228-5790

National Weather Forecast Office

Florence Crittenton Services 785-233-0516

1116 NE Strait Avenue, Topeka, KS 66616 785-234-2592, www.crh.noaa.gov/top

Forest Park Conference and Retreat Center 785-234-8024

Community Resources

Gatekeeperâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 785-368-2751

American Diabetes Association (KS Affiliate) 785-271-6010

Girl Scouts 785-273-3100

Recycling 233-6147

American Heart Association 785-272-7056

Greater Topeka Chamber Of Commerce 785-234-2644

American Lung Association of KS 785-272-9290

Habitat for Humanity 785-234-4322

Animal Control: City 785-368-9203, County: 785368-2200

Harvesters 1-877-774-5413

Arthritis Foundation (KS Chapter) 316-9263-0116 Better Business Bureau NE KS 1-800-649-6814 24-Hour Information Line: 316-263-3146 or 800856-2417 (only for residents in the Kansas Plains) Birthright of Topeka 785-234-0701

Heartland Works 785-235-5627 Housing and Neighborhood Dev. 785-368-3711 Junior League of Topeka 785-273-0830 KS Department of Revenue 785-296-3041

Boy Scouts of America 785-354-8541

KS Department for Children & Families 785-296-2500 (formerly SRS)

Caring Pregnancy Options 785-272-3316

KS Human Rights Commission 785-296-3206

Child / Adult Abuse and Neglect 785-296-6980

KS Neurological Institute 785-296-5389

Christian Street Witness, Inc., 785-354-8763 107 SW 14th - Topeka, KS 66612

Kansas Equipment Exchange 1-800-526-3648 Medical equipment no longer being used are refurbished and made available at NO CHARGE.

Community Action 785-235-9561 Community Resources Council 785-233-1365 Cornerstone of Topeka, Inc. 785-232-1650 Court Services - Third Judicial District 785-233-8200 Crime Victims Compensation Board 785 296-2359 Critter Care 785-478-9985 DCCCA, Inc. /Topeka Therapeutic Community 234-2812

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Lawrence - Topeka PFLAG (Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays) 785-841-2345 Leukemia Society of America 316-687-2222 LIEAP (Low Income Energy Assistance Program Customer Service 1-800-432-0043 March of Dimes 1133 SW Gage Blvd #200, Topeka, KS, 66604, 785-228-0084 MADD 785-271-7525 National Multiple Sclerosis Society 785-272-5292

Topeka Literacy Council, Inc. 785-234-2806 Topeka North Outreach, Inc. 785-286-1370 Topeka/Shawnee Co. Metro Planning Commission 785-368-3728 Topeka/Shawnee County Public Library 785-580-4400 The Villages 785-267-5900

A Child’s World Day Care785-863-2161 TDC Learning Center 785-272-5051 Early Head Start: A Program of Community Action 785-266-3152 Head Start, U.S.D. 501 Sheldon Child Development Center 785-438-4530

VINE (Victim Info. and Notification Everyday) 785-233-8200 ext. 4564

Medical Services

Washburn Law Clinic 785-670-1191

Marian Clinic 785-233-8081

Weatherization Program (A Service Community Action, Inc.) 785-232-3499

Shawnee Co. Health Agency 785-368-2000

Representative Payee Program (A Resource Of Community Action, Inc.) 785-235-5233

Family Service & Guidance Ctr. 785-232-5005

St. Francis Hospital and Med Ctr. 785-295-8000 Stormont-Vail Health Ctr. 785-354-6000

Resource Center for Independent Living 785-267-1717

Veterans Administration Med. Ctr. (Colmery O’Neil) 785-350-3111

Right to Life 785-233-8601

Senior Services

Ronald McDonald House 785-235-6852

East Topeka Senior Center 785-232-7765

Safe Streets 785-266-4606

Jayhawk Area Agency on Aging 785-235-1367

Shawnee County Department of Emergency Management 785-233-8200 ext. 4150

LULAC 785-234-5809 or 785-233-7498

Shawnee County Conservation District 785-267-5721

Papan’s Landing Senior Center 785-232-1968

Sheltered Living, Inc. 785-233-2566

Substance Abuse

Social Security Administration 1-888-327-1271

Celebrate Recovery 785-272-7980 1912 SW Gage Blvd.

Statewide Independent Living Council of KS 785-234-6990

Narcotics Anonymous 785-232-5683

Meals on Wheels 785-295-3980

TARC 785-232-0597

Pars-Shawnee Regional Prevention And Recovery Services, Inc. 785-266-8666

The Farm, Inc. 272-3637 or 271-6657

Valeo Recovery 785-234-3448

Topeka Ctr. For Peace and Justice 785-232-4388

St. Francis Recovery Center 785-295-8360.

Topeka Housing Authority 785-357-8842 Topeka Independent Living Resource Ctr, Inc. 785-233-4572 Topeka Workforce Center 785-235-5627 Topeka Juvenile Correctional Facility 296-7709 or 354-1744

Sunflower Alcohol Safety Action Project 785-232-1415 112 SE 7th

SHAWNEE COUNTY INFORMATION 233-8200 STATE OF KANSAS INFORMATION 296-0111

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Topeka - City of City Council City Hall, Rm. 255, 368-3710 Engineering City Engineer Customer Service, 368-3111 City Manager City Hall, Rm. 352, 368-3725 City Clerk, Rm 166, 368-3940 Public Information Officer, Rm 253, 368-1642 Facility Operations 620 SE Madison, 3rd flr, 368-3959 Parking 620 SE Madison, 3rd flr 368-3916 Transp. Operations Street Maintenance 201 N. Topeka 368-3803 Traffic Operations/Street Lights 927 NW Harrison 368-3913 Mayor City Hall, Rm. 352, 368-3895 Budget & Financial Services, 368-3970 Vendor payments City Hall, Rm. 358, 368-3970 Contracts & Procurement, Rm 60, 368-3749 Fire Department Administration, 324 Jefferson 368-4000 Fire Prevention, 620 SE Madison, 3rd flr, 368-4140 Housing & Neighborhood Development Code Enforcement, 620 SE Madison, 368-3728 Director and CDBG, 620 SE Madison, 368-3711 Human Relations Commission 368-3607 Information Technology, 368-4444 Director, City Hall, Rm. 52, 368-3718 General Admin City Hall, Rm. 150 368-3707 Admin 620 SE Madison, 3rd Flr 368-3801 Channel 4 City Hall, Rm. 251, 368-0991 Lawson Questions City Hall, Rm. 56, 368-3809 Legal Department City Attorney, City Hall, Rm.353, 368-3883 Prosecution Office, City Hall, Rm. 260, 368-3910 Job Line 368-2588 Municipal Court Admin. Judge Administration 214 SE 8th, 368-3776 Court Clerk, 214 SE 8th, 368-3776 Probation Division City Hall 2nd Fl, 368-3783 Planning, 620 SE Madison, 368-3728 Zoning & Subdivision, Transportation, Neighborhood Planning Police, 320 S Ks, S 100, 368-9551

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Parks & Recreation 620 SE Madison, 1st fl. 267-1156 Adaptive Recreation, 368-0989 Central Park, 1534 S. Clay, 368-3796 Crestview, 4801 Shunga Dr. 368-2448 Cypress Ridge Golf Course, 291-2670 Forbes Golf Course, 862-0114 Garfield 1600 N. Quincy 368-3787 Helen Hocker Theatre Gage Park 368-0191 Hillcrest 1800 SE 21st 368-3790 Lake Shawnee Golf Course, 267-2295 Lake Shawnee Recreation, 267-1156 Oakland Community Center, 368-3793 Old Prairie Town, 368-3888 Parks Division, 267-1156 Rice Community Center, 368-4363 Senior Adults, 368-3798 Shawnee North, 286-0676 Velma K Paris Center, 862-1630 Parks Management 201 N. Topeka 368-3700 Ward Meade, 124 NW Fillmore, 368-3888 Public Works Director Development Services 620 SE Madison, 3rd flr 368-3704 Field Services 620 SE Madison, 3rd flr, 368-3905 Permit Section 620 SE Madison, 3rd flr, 368-3704 Forestry 201 N. Topeka 368-3758 Forestry Disposal Site I-70 & MacVicar 368-3762 Cypress Ridge 2533 SW Urish 272-0511 Water Customer Service/Call Center 3245 NW Waterworks 368-3111 Infrastructure 1900 Western 368-3687 Water Pollution Control Superintendent 1115 NE Poplar 368-3111 Zoo 635 SW Gage 368-9180

Shawnee - County of County Commissioner 200 SE 7th 233-8200 ext. 4040 Election Office 911 SW 37th 266-0285 Treasurer Courthouse 200 SE 7th - Room 101 Property Taxes 291-5416, Motor Vehicle 291-5415 Appraiser Main Number 233-2882 Real Estate Tax Information Option 1 Real Estate Appraisal Information Option 2 Motor Vehicle Tax Information Option 3 Business Personal Property Option 4 Personal Property Option 7

Hearing Information 232-4461 Public Works County Courthouse 200 SE 7th Room B22A 233-8200 ext. 4136 District Attorney 200 SE 7th RM 214 233-8200 ext. 4330

Topeka Collegiate - 785-228-0490 Topeka Lutheran - 785-357-0382 Topeka Public Schools USD 501 – 785-295-3000 Washburn Rural High School 339-4100

KSU Extension 1740 SW Western Ave. 232-0062

Washburn University (785) 670-1010

Health Dept. 1615 SW 8th 368-2000

Tickets: (785) 670-2637

Human Resources 200 SE 7th St., Room B-28 233-8200, Ext. 4435

Academic Affairs: ext. 1648

Recycling 1515MW Saline 233-6147 Register of Deeds Courthouse 200 SE 7th Rm. 108, 233-8200 x 4020

Administration and Treasurer: ext. 1634 Admissions: ext. 1030 Athletics: ext. 1134

Sheriff 329 S. Kansas Ave. 368-2200

Bookstore: ext. 2665

Noxious Weed 2044 SW Western 232-0210

Business Office: ext. 1156

Schools ABC Learning Center - 785-286-2335 Alpha Omega Learning Center - 785-266-5683 Auburn-Washburn School Dist. USD 437 785-862-0419 Bright Circle Montessori School - 785-235-1033 Cair-Paravel Latin School - 785-232-3878 Capper Foundation - 785-272-4060 Christ the King - 785-272-2220 Discovery School - 785-234-6746 Faith Baptist Christian School - 785-272-8135 Faith Hope & Love - 785-357-7732 Hayden Catholic High School - 785-272-5210 Head Start School - USD 501 - 785-273-8249 Heritage Christian School - 785-286-0427 Mater Dei - 785-233-1727 or 785-234-9887

Center for Undergraduate Studies ext.1942 College of Arts and Sciences: ext. 1636 Community Development: ext. 1716 Crane Observatory: ext. 2264 Dean of Students: ext. 2100 Enrollment Management: ext. 1812 Financial Aid: ext. 1151 KAN Be Healthy: ext. 2615 KTWU-TV/Channel 11 & DT 23: ext.1111 Leadership Institute: ext. 2002 Mabee Library: ext.2485 Memorial Union: ext 1454 Mulvane Art Museum: ext.1124 President: ext. 1556 School of Business: ext. 1308 School of Law: ext. 1060 School of Nursing: ext. 1525

New Directions Learning Academy - 785-228-2336

Student Life: ext. 2100

Kennedy Academy - 785-266-5150

Theatre, Andrew J. & Georgia Neese Gray ext. 3238

Most Pure Heart of Mary - 785-272-4313

University Honors Program: ext. 1763

Saint Matthew’s - 785-235-2188

Washburn Endowment Association: ext. 4483

Seaman School District - 785-575-8600

Washburn Institute of Technology 273-7140

Shawnee Heights School District - 785-379-5800

Washburn Student Government: ext. 1169

Topeka Adventist School - 785-272-9474

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President

Meeting Time

Meeting Place

Community Officer

Code Enforcement Unit Officer

BrookfieldWestridge HOA

David Groff 221-1634

Annual Meeting in January

Christ the King Church 5973 SW 25th

Joseph Kinnett

Becky Esopi

Central Highland Park NIA

Wesley Marshall 234-8444 or 554-0023

2nd Monday 6:30 p.m.

Hillcrest Community Center 1800 SE 21st St

Aaron Jones Scott McEntire

Logan Scroggins

Central Park NIA

Don Perkins 233-8397

3rd Thursday 6:00 p.m.

Central Park Community Center 1534 SW Clay

Joey Schulmeister

Dennis Boyles

Chesney Park NIA

Tom Benaka 234-0053

2nd Thursday 6:30 p.m., on odd # months

Red Cross 17th & Lincoln 1st Floor

Joey Schulmeister

Dennis Boyles

College Hill NA

Brendan Jensen 845-9887

3rd Monday 7:00 p.m.

Westminster Presbyterian Church 1275 SW Boswell

Victor Soto

Cary Deiter

East End NIA

Dala Jones 354-9951

2nd Thursday 6:30 p.m.

Rice Community Center 423 SE Norwood

Vacant

Adam Lespreance

East Topeka North NIA

John Moyer 273-1366 or 969-1567

1st Thursday 6:30 p.m.

Salvation Army 1320 SE 6th Street

Vacant

Adam Lespreance

East Topeka South NIA

Taâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;nia Gibbs 357-0717

4th Monday 6:30 p.m.

Abbott Community Center 1112 SE 10th St

Aaron Jones

John Schmidt

Elmhurst NIA

Marc Galbraith 357-4503

3rd Wednesday 6:30 p.m.

Topeka/Shawnee County Library 1515 SW 10th

Victor Soto

Dennis Boyles

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Greater Auburndale NA

Ann Strecker 233-3373

1st Monday 7:00 p.m. On odd # months

Westside Christian Church 6th & Lindenwood

Victor Soto

Becky Esopi

Hi-Crest NIA

Margie Eklund 266-4818

4th Thursday 7:00 p.m.

Avondale East Elementary 455 SE Golf Park No meetings: June, July, August

Jeff Schleuder

Logan Scroggins

Highland Acres NIA

Bob Schneider 232-3007

1st Monday 6:30 p.m.

High Park HS Cafeteria 2424 SE California

Aaron Jones

Logan Scroggins

Historic Holliday Park NIA

Tom Bartlett 232-4206

4th Thursday 6:00 p.m. not in May, July, Dec.

Central Presbyterian Church 920 SW Huntoon

Joey Schulmeister

Dennis Boyles

Historic North Topeka East NIA

Deb Dunkin 845-7526

2nd Monday 6:30 p.m. on odd # months

Garfield Community Center 1500 N Quincy

Robert Sachs

John Schmidt

Historic Old Town NIA

Karthryn Hosfelt

1st Sunday, 6:30 p.m. on even # months

The Bridge Bldg 1023 SW 8th (8th & Clay)

Victor Soto Joey Schulmeister

Dennis Boyles

Kenwood NA

Sheli Sweeny 232-2369

2nd Monday’s

West Side Christian Church 6th & Lindenwood

Likins-Foster NIA

Andrew Walker 266-5273

4th Monday Avondale West 7:00 p.m. Elementary June, July & Aug 3229 SW Westview @ Honeyman Auto, 819 Croix

Mike Cruse

Melissa

McAllister Parkway NA

Vacant

Monroe NIA

Vacant

North Topeka West NIA

Teresa Miller 234-0840

1st Monday 7:00 p.m.

Robert Sachs

John Schmidt

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Papan’s Landing Senior Center 621 NW Paramore

NOTOMA NA

Gary Slimmer 246-1291

2nd Monday 7: 00 p.m.

Garfield Community Center 1600 N. Quincy

Robert Sachs

John Schmidt

Norton NA

Vacant

Oakland NIA

TJ Brown 554-1746

3rd Monday 6: 30 p.m.

Oakland Community Center 801 SE Poplar

Travis Jepson

Cary Deiter

Potwin NA

Debra Ricks

357-1910

Quinton Heights Steele NIA

Bob Clawson 232-0744

2nd Thursday 7:00 p.m.

Grace UMC 2627 SW Western

Matt Wilson

Cary Deiter

Randolph NA

Bill Stumpff 232-3192

3rd Monday 6: 30 p.m.

American Legion 3800 SE Michigan

Jeff Schleuder

Logan Scroggins

Rolling Meadows NA Fred Martinez 267-1377

Southern Hills NA

Bennie Davis 267-5547

TAN â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Topeka Association of Neighborhoods

Bennie Davis 267-5547

1st Wednesday 2: 30 p.m.

Topeka Shawnee N/A Public Library 1515 SW 10th Street Hughes Room

N/A

Tennessee Town NIA

Donald Fortin 969-6789

2nd Monday 6:30 p.m. on odd # months

Housing & Credit Counseling 1195 SW Buchanan

Dennis Boyles

Topeka Turnaround Team NA

Duane Pomeroy 234-4385

Joey Schulmeister

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Valley Park NIA

Ron Andrick 233-1911

Last Thursday 7: 00 p.m. No meeting in May & Dec.

T.A. R.C. 2701 SW Randolph

Willie Wilkins

Dennis Boyles

Ward Meade NIA

Phillip Gonzalez 354-8613

Last Thursday 6:30 pm (no mtg in Dec)

Westside Baptist Church 4th & Fillmore

Jeff Sloan

John Schmidt

Webster/Collins NA

Vacant

Westboro NA

Jim Ransom 273-9556

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Adoptions Concerns Triangle, for adoptees, adoptive parents and birth parents who have relinquished children for adoption. Meets at 7:15 p.m. on third Tuesday of every month, New Hope United Methodist Church, 2915 SW 8th. For more information, call 232-6122 or go to www.adoptionconcernstriangle.webs.com

Amputee Clinic, A variety of services, offered at one time in one place: Visit with a physician to be fitted with prostheses by a certified prosthesist and meet with physical and occupational therapists. 1 to 2 p.m. second and fourth Monday of each month, 4th floor, St. Francis, call 785-295-8346.

AIDS/HIV group, for people living with AIDS/HIV. First Thursday of each month, call 785-232-3100 for location and information.

Arthritis, living with, a support and educational group to share your thoughts and feelings with others to fill the void and lighten the load, email Patty at pattyd@arthritis.org or call 785-272-8461.

Alcoholics Anonymous, for a desire to stop drinking. For meeting schedule and times, call 785-235-2226, or go to aatopeka.org. Al-Anon and Alateen Family Groups, for people whose lives are affected by alcoholism in a family member or friend, call 785-3578725 for meeting times and locations. All About Diabetes, for people with diabetes or wanting to know about diabetes, 1 to 2 p.m. on second and fourth Wednesdays of the month, St. Francis Health Center, second floor NewLife Center One. Free, call 785-273-2731. Alzheimer’s Family/Caregiver Support Group, for information on Alzheimer’s disease, Aldersgate Village, Last Monday of each month, call Joyce Barr at 785-478-4488. Alzheimer’s Support Group, for information on Alzheimer’s disease, second Saturday at 10 a.m., Brewster Place, 1001 SW 29th St., call Jo Sumpter at 785-274-3312. Alzheimer’s (Early Stage) Support Group, for information on the early stages of Alzheimer’s, First Wednesday at 4 p.m., First Congregational Church, 1701 SW Collins, call Debbie Holroyd at 785-271-1844. ALS Group, for people with ALS (Lou Gehrig’s disease), their families and friends, meets fourth Monday of each month at Most Pure Heart of Mary, 1750 SW Stone, call Mary Tucker at 785-234-4793.

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Asperger Syndrome Parents Support Group, Meets 2nd Wednesday monthly at Capper Foundation, call Linda Sloan 785-6082438. Autism Parent Group Meeting, meets 1st Wednesday monthly, 5:30 to 7 p.m. at Capper Foundation, 3500 SW 10th. Call 785-272-4060, ext 7340. Bereavement Support Group, Meets 1st and 3rd Tuesdays monthly, 2p.m. at Aldersgate Manchester Lodge Unit, call Dave at 785-228-0400. Brain Injury Support Group, Meets 2nd Thursday monthly at LaColonio, 1-866-4296757, ext 0. Breakthrough House, compeer, housing, emergency aid, and clubhouse for individuals with mental illness. 785-232-6807 or www.breakthroughhouse.org. Breast Cancer Support Group, provides education and support for those living with breast cancer and the significant people in their lives. 785-295-7800. Camp Hope, a week-long camp offered in June to children ages 8 to 21 who have or have had cancer. 785-273-4422. Free. Cancer Support Group, for people with

cancer and their families; caregivers are encouraged to attend, 11 a.m. Mondays at Cotton O’Neil Cancer Center, 1414 SW 8th. Attendance encouraged at any point of diagnosis or treatment, call 785-354-5300. Celebrate Recovery Topeka, Christian based 12-step program, 6 p.m. Fridays, 1912 SW Gage Blvd. 785-272-7980 or www.crtopeka.org. Children’s Grief Support for children and youth who have lost a loved one in death, regardless of the circumstances, call Quinn McClain at 785-232-2044. Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Fibromyalgia Association, meets 2nd Tuesday monthly at St. Francis Hospital meeting room, call 785-232- 0332 or email topekaacfs@care2com. Chronic Pain Association, 1st Thursday monthly, call Gayle Steinbach at 785-235-2126. Compassionate Friends, for parents, grandparents and siblings of a deceased child of any age, meets 4th Monday monthly, 7 to 8:30 pm, at Most Pure Heart of Mary Church, Formation Room, 3601 SW 17th, call Susan at 785-272-4895. Depression Bipolar Support Alliance Topeka, for support and education, meets 3rd Wednesday monthly, 6:30 pm, at 330 Oakley, Lower Level Conference Rm, call 271-5898. Diabetes Support Group, meets at 10 am, Tuesdays. Cotton O’Neil Endocrinology and Diabetes Center, lower level, call 785-3680416. Family Service and Guidance Center, behavioral health care services for children and families, call 785-232-5005 or www.fsgctopeka.com. Gamblers Anonymous, For family or support

persons and those afflicted. Meets 7 pm, Wednesday, St. Francis, rooms 8 and 9, call 785-235-1606 Grief Understanding, Individual or group sessions available. For time and place call Sharon Highberger 785-633-7764. Grief Support Group, call Midland Hospice at 785-232-2044 for times and dates. Guest Room Program, provides free or discounted overnight accommodations to cancer patients who have traveled at least 50 miles from their homes to receive treatment, 785-273-4422. Healing After the Loss of a Loved One to Suicide (HEAL), for family members and friends who have lost a loved one to suicide. Meets 1st and 3rd Tuesday monthly, 7:00 p.m. Pozez Education Center, 1505 SW 8th, call 785-220-1368 Heart Shockers, for people with automatic implantable cardioverter defibrillators at St. Francis, meeting Room 1 and 2, second floor, open to all patients, meets quarterly, call Marilyn 785-295-8955. Heavenly Pet Memorials of Topeka support group, for those grieving the loss of their beloved pet. Meets 4th Tuesday monthly, 6 to 7 pm, 1137 SW Gage, call 785-272-1582. Laryngectomees Meadowlark New Voice Club, for laryngectomees and their families. Meets 1st Thursday monthly at 11:00 a.m. Call 785-232-9787. Leukemia, Lymphoma and Myeloma Support Group, Meets 4th Tuesday monthly, 5:30 to 6:30 pm, Cotton O’Neil Cancer Center, 1414 SW 8th, call 1-800-779-2417. Leukemia and Lymphoma Support Group, 785-295-8263.

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Loan Closet, various items available to cancer patients free of charge, includes wigs, turbans, hats, prostheses and bras, 785-273-4462. Look Good - Feel Better, program designed to help female cancer patients learn how to cope with the appearance-related side effects of chemo and radiation, learning techniques to help restore their appearance and self-esteem through use of make-up, wigs, scarves, etc. 785-273-4422. Free. Man to man prostate cancer support, for those diagnosed with prostate cancer or had treatment for prostate cancer, meets 1st Thu. monthly at St. Francis Cancer Center, call Max Williams 785-266-9533 or 785-295-8038. Maternity and Adoption Counseling, 234 S. Kansas Ave., call 785-233-0140. Narcotics Anonymous, meets at noon, Monday thru Friday, Lowman United Methodist Church, SW 15th and Gage. Narcotics Anonymous, meets Friday’s, 8 pm, Lowman UMC, SW 15th and Gage. Narcotics Anonymous, for people who want to stop using drugs, call 785-232-5683 for dates, times and locations. National Alliance on Mental Illness Kansas, 785-233-0755, 1-800-539-2660, www.namikansas.org. Oncology Support, for cancer patients, their families and friends, call St. Francis, 785-2957800. Oncology Support, for cancer patients, call American Cancer Society, 785-354-5300. Ostomy Support Group, for ostomy patients and their families, 6 p.m. first Tuesday of each month, St. Francis Meeting Room 4, call Teresa Kellerman at 785-295-5555 or 785-295-7800.

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Parkinson’s Support Group of the Flint Hills, call 785-323-3874. Parkinson’s Support Group, meets 1st Thursday monthly, 5:30 p.m. Midland Hospice, Building A, 200 Frazier Circle, call Jean Barton 785-478-9045. Post Pollo Support Group, meets 3rd Saturday of March, May, July and September at Ks Rehab Hospital, call 785-272-5138 or 785-232-8524. Prevention and Recovery Services, 2209 SW 29th, 785-266-8666, www.parstopeka.com Road to Recovery, volunteer drivers transport patients to and from cancer treatments. 785-273-4422. Safe Streets of Topeka/Shawnee County, www.safestreets.org. Shawnee County Cardiac Support, for people with heart disease, family and friends, 785-272-7056, or www.americanheart.org. Shawnee County Stroke Group, for people who have had strokes, their family and friends. Meets 1st Friday monthly, 2 to 3:30 pm at Shawnee County Health Agency, 1615 SW 8th, call Jan Dietrich 785-291-2467. Shelter Plus Care, Housing and Neighborhood Development, 620 SE Madison, 785-368-3711. Survivors of Suicide/HEAL, for family members and friends who have lost a loved one to suicide, meets at 1505 SW 8th. TOPS (Take off Pounds Sensibly) support group, call 1-800-932-8677 or www.tops.org for meeting times. Weight Control Group, meets at 7 p.m. first

Tuesday of each month at St. Francis Meeting Room, call Dr. Sue Ohlde, 785-478-9308. Widowed Persons Group, support groups for people who are widowed, Sweet Building, 622 SW Topeka Blvd, call Julie 785-357-7290 for times and dates. Widowed Persons Service Brunch, monthly brunch for people who are widowed, for fellowship and to share a meal, in the Sweet Building, 622 SW Topeka Blvd. Bring a brunch item to share. Drinks and table service provided. Call Julie at 785-357-7290. YWCA Center for Safety and Empowerment, (formally Battered Women Task Force), for women seeking support for domestic violence and abuse. Call 785-3547929 or 1-888-822-2983.

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General Assistance, Special Needs & Public Services Fresh Start Learning Center 785-364-5664 610 E. 5th St, Holton, KS 66436 Fax: 785-364-5672 Email: freshstart@holtonks.net Dee Barrow, Principal Mission: Each of us has different talents, different dreams, and different destinations, yet we all have the power to make a new tomorrow. Hours: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday - Thursday, 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., Friday Services: High School Diploma completion for 18 and older. Eligibility: 18 and older - class graduated that student started with. How to Apply: Call for an appointment Funding: State of Kansas Chamber of Commerce 785-364-3963 105 W 4th Street, Holton, KS 66436 www.exploreholton.com Mission: To be a member driven organization that promotes economic growth and a progressive community image. Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Monday - Friday. Jackson County Ministerial Association Jannifer Papas, Administrator 785-364-2017 Meets 2nd Thursday monthly, 9:00 am. Location varies. Services: Tools for Schools Christmas Store Transitions for Life - Case Management 826 Vermont Ave, Holton, KS 66436 785-364-7280 Email: tayleydick@yahoo.com Tayley Dick, Owner/Case Manager Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday - Friday Services: Assist with applying for Medicaid. Assist with acquiring and maintaining Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) and other community services. Assist with transitions from services and/or school. Assist individuals and families with choosing residential and day services as well as funding for these services. Eligibility: Jackson County residence on Medicaid and with a diagnosis of mental retardation or other developmental disability. How to Apply: Call 785-364-7280 Fees: None Funding: Medicaid

YWCA Center for Safety and Empowerment 107 E. 5th, Holton, KS 785-362-2222, Fax: 785-232-2902 Evening: 1-888-822-2983 Website: www.ywcatopeka.org Ulrike Schlingensiepen, Director Mission Statement: The YWCA Center for Safety and Empowerment is committed to providing a high quality, free, confidential, comprehensive response to survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. We pledge to offer support, advocacy, public education and awareness in our community. Office: 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., Mon., Thu., Fri 24 hour crisis services: 1-888-822-2983 Services: Advocacy, court support, counseling, support groups, help with protection order filing, shelter, 24 hour crisis line. Eligibility: All victims of sexual and domestic violence are eligible. How to Apply: Call or come in, no appointment needed. Fees: None Funding: Federal and State grants

Health & Medical Services Family Practice Associates Holton Clinic: 1100 Columbine Dr, Holton, KS 785-364-2126, Fax: 785-364-2801 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m., Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m., Saturday. Hoyt Clinic: 207 Highland, Hoyt, KS 785-986-6630 Hours: 7:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Wetmore Clinic: 323 2nd Street, Wetmore, KS 785-866-4775 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday Mission: To provide professionalism, compassion and excellence in healthcare for a healthier community! Services: Family practice medical care provided from newborn through geriatric ages of life. Eligibility: Open to all forms of insurances within the state of Kansas. Holton Community Hospital 1110 Columbine Dr, Holton, KS 66436 785-364-2116, 785-364-9613 Website: www.holtonhospital.com Carrie Saia, Interim CEO Mission: To provide professionalism, compassion and excellence in healthcare for a healthier community. Services: 24/7 Emergency Room Medical Clinic

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Cardiovascular Services Radiology (X-ray, MRI, CT Scans) Surgery Physical Therapy Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy Lymphedema Services Outpatient Infusion Therapy Swingbed (Skilled Nursing) Gastroenterology OB/GYN Orthopedics ENT Urology Podiatry Gynecology Rheumatology Endocrinology Ophthalmology Pulmonology Home Health Hospice Holton Family Health Clinic, 785-364-3205 A Community Health Care System 1603 W. 4th St., Holton, KS 66436 Fax: 785-364-3468 Hours: 7:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m., Monday -Thursday. 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Friday. 8:00 a.m. to noon, Saturday. Jackson County Health Department (JCHD) 312 Pennsylvania, Holton, KS 66436 785 364-2670, Fax: 785-364-3001 Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., 1:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday - Friday. Services: Adult & Child Health Assessments: Physical assessments and screenings. Communicable Disease Control: Testing, treatment and follow-up for communicable diseases including sexually transmitted diseases and HIV/Aids. Family Planning: Contraceptive counseling, pap smears, pregnancy testing and contraceptive supplies. Healthy Start: Home and hospital visits to mothers and newborns, providing education on infant/child health care. Immunizations: Childhood Vaccinations. Adult Vaccinations including: Hepatitis A and B Influenza Pneumonia, Tetanus WIC (Women, Infants, and Children): Supplemental food programs for breast feeding, post partum, pregnant women, infants, and children under five years of age. Community Education & Outreach: Pamphlets, audio-visual aides and speaking engagements on a variety of health topics.

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Environmental & Sanitation Health: Well water testing and recommendations. Septice system recommendations and permits. Investigation and follow-up on environmental concerns. Home Health: Medicare/Medicaid certified since 1972. Skilled Nursing, Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapies, Medical Social Services, Home Health Aide. Program rules and regulations apply, call for details. Hospice: Medicare/Medicaid certified, end of life holistic care for the terminally ill. Additional Programs and Services: AudiogramsHearing Screenings. Denver Developmental Screening, Speech Testing, Diabetes Screening, Urinalysis, Hemoglobin Screening, PSA Screening, Lipid Panel, KanBe Healthy Physicals, Pregnancy Test, Tobacco-Use Reduction Efforts, Vision Testing, Maternal and Infant Program, Lead Exposure Testing for certain individuals Muddy Creek Family Clinic, LLC (FP) 200 White Way, Netawaka, KS 66516 785-933-2000, Fax: 785-933-2022 Michael Keehn, MD - Board Certified Family Physician Mission: To provide optimal medical care with a home town touch. Hours: 7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday - Thursday. 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Friday. Services: Complete Family Practice Care, Pediatrics, OB Services, Geriatric, Minor procedures Eligibility: Available to everyone. Funding: We accept all major insurances and most small insurances.

Substance Abuse Services Al-Anon, Hotline: 785-305-0549 Mission Statement: When anyone, anywhere, reaches out for help, let the hand of Al-Anon and Alateen always be there, and let it begin with me. Hours: 7:00 p.m. on Wednesdayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, at the Evangel United Methodist Church at 4th & Pennsylvania, Room 104 (Library). Services: Group-led 12 Step support groups, consisting of family and friends of alcoholics who come together to share their experiences, strength and hope in order to solve common problems. One-on-one support through sponsorship. Al-Anon does not offer shelter support or referrals. Anonymity is protected in groups. Eligibility: Tradition three states: The only requirement for membership is that there be a problem of alcoholism in a relative or friend. We believe alcoholism is a family disease and that changed attitudes can aid recovery How to Apply: Visit website to find a schedule of meetings in the Kansas area.

Fees: There are no dues for membership Funding: Al-Anon is self-supporting through its own voluntary contributions. Alcoholics Anonymous & Narcotics Anonymous 785-235-2226 Website: www.aatopeka.org NA Holton: 8:00 p.m. on Friday’s. Evangel UMC, 227 Pennsylvania Avenue, in Rm 104 (Library) AA Holton: 7:00 p.m. Thursday’s, 1st Christian Church, 310 West 5th Street, in the basement. AA Mayetta: 7:30 p.m., Mayetta Catholic Church, 2nd & James, west door. DCCCA-Regional Prevention Center 3312 Clinton Pkwy, Lawrence, KS 66047 785-841-4138 Mission: To provide a variety of human services including, but not limited to, the coordination, prevention, and treatment of alcoholism and drug dependency to improve the safety, health and well-being of adults, children and youths. Men’s Residential Options Adult Services: 122 N Millwood, Wichita, KS 67203, (316) 265-6011. Women’s Residential First Step at Lake View: 3015 W 31st, Lawrence, KS 66047, (785) 843-9262. Women’s Recovery Center Central Kansas: 1319 W May St. Wichita, KS 67213, (316) 262-0505. Outpatients Programs Lawrence Treatment Services: 1739 E 23rd St., Lawrence, KS 66046, (785) 830-8238. Elm Acres Recovery Services: 1102 S Rouse St, Pittsburg, KS 66762, (629) 231-5310. Women’s Center Kansas City: 12351 W 96th Terr., Ste 300, Lenexa, KS 66215, (913) 894-0900. Friends of Recovery 6422 Santa Fe Drive, Overland Park, KS 66202 913-722-0367 or 800-722-0366 or 730 N Waco Wichita, KS 67203 316-264-3174 Website: www.friendsofrecovery.com Kathleen Wright, Executive Director Mission: To support and collaborate with Oxford Houses in Kansas, which are self-supporting, democratically-operated homes for recovering individuals. Friends of Recovery and Oxford House will assist these individuals to attain and sustain recovery from substance addiction. Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday - Friday Services: Case management, conflict mediation, community presentations, including civic and faith organizations. Community liaison services, advocacy and support. Topeka Locations - Oxford Houses

Crossroads -1600 SW College Ave-66606, 408-5633 Lane - 1730 SW Washburn- 66606, 235-2917 Unity - 1531 Topeka Blvd- 66612, 357-4919 Washburn - 5401 SW 28th- 66614, 228-3868 **Willow Park-804 SW Lindenwood-66606, 235-6916 **Holly - 1128 Medford - 66604, 235-0050 **Women’s houses Leavenworth County Independence – 1315 Independence Ct 66048 Leavenworth (913) 250-6495, Second Street – 551 Santa Fe 66048 Leavenworth (913) 682-7603 Eligibility: Must be in recovery from addiction. How to Apply: Call Fees: None to apply to an Oxford House deposit and rent due upon acceptance into Oxford House Funding: Addiction and Prevention Services (AAPS) grant, Johnson County Alcohol Tax Fund Grant, donations. Hope Help Health (FP) 11549 222ND Rd., Holton, KS 66436 785-305-0549 Website: www.hopehelphealth.com Email: drronaldleecobb@prodigy.net Dr. Ronald Lee Cobb LCAC, Clinical Director Mission: In a world of substance abuse, related personal and family mental health issues, and the resulting chaos, there is hope, help, and health available for you. We offer world class therapy at reasonable rates. Dr. Cobb is also certified in trauma and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder counseling. Hours: Monday through Friday, days and evenings, and emergency counseling as needed. Services: Substance abuse assessments for alcohol, drugs, gambling, internet, porn, sexual addictions, and family, friend and individual counseling. HHH works with cognitive/emotive therapy based on a bio/psycho/social foundation with a non-sectarian, nonjudgemental, healthy spiritual approach to meaningful living and recovery. Eligibility: HHH is open to all persons regardless of background. Outpatient therapy and intensive outpatient therapy is available. How to Apply: Contact Dr. Cobb at drronaldleecobb@prodigy.net or at (785) 305-0549. Fees: Fees are on a sliding scale depending on income. Funding: HHH receives no state, federal or grant funding of any kind and emphasized strictly confidential, person - centered therapy. KANZA Mental Health & Guidance Center 713 Idaho, Holton, KS 66436 785-364-4536 Crisis Hotline 24/7: 785-742-3666

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Mission: Kanza Mental Health Guidance Center offers hope to build a better tomorrow through mental health and substance abuse services. Clinic Based Services: We offer individual, family, group, and marital counseling for those who have mental health problems, and for those who have substance abuse problems or addiction. We also offer psychiatric medication services and psychological evaluation. Community Based Services: For adults with mental illness, and for children/adolescents who have serious emotional disturbance (and their families), we have intensive outpatient services that are usually offered in places other than an office, such as the homes of our adult consumers and the homes and schools of our school-aged consumers. These services may be offered in other locations in the community as well. Schedule a Visit Hiawatha, Elwood, Highland, Horton, Kickapoo Health Center, Sabetha, and Seneca: 785-742-7113. Holton: 785-364-4536. Valley Hope PO Box 312, 1816 N. 2nd, Atchison, KS 66003 785-367-1618 709 West Holme (Hwy. 36) Norton, KS 67654 785-877-5101

Senior Citizen Services Community HomeHealth 120 West 8th St, PO Box 460, Onaga, KS 66521 785-889-7200, Fax: 785-889-4808 Website: chcsks.org, Email: homehealth@chcsks.org JoAnn Mott, RN Manager Mission: To enrich the health and lives of the people we serve. Serving Jackson County and western Shawnee County. Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.., Monday - Friday Services: Nursing, physical therapy, speech therapy, occupational therapy, social services, dietician, home health aide: bathing, housekeeping, errands. Medical Alert System Eligibility: varies - call for information How to Apply: Contact your physician or call Community Home Health Funding: Insurance, private pay Jackson County Senior Citizenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Services (JCHD) 312 Pennsylvania, Holton, KS 66436 785-364-4922 or 785-364-3571 Denison Nutrition Center, 785-935-2308 203 Central Ave, Denison, KS 66419 NEK Multi-County Hospice 116 N 6th Street, Hiawatha, KS 66434 785-742-1966, Fax: 785-742-1970 On call 24 hrs a day, 7 days a week.

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Serving Atchison, Brown and Jackson Counties, as well as parts of Nemaha and Doniphan Counties. Mission: NEK Hospice, committed to providing compassionate care to the communities we serve. Our Mission is to provide outstanding multi-disciplinary COMFORT CARE focusing on the physical, spiritual, emotional and social needs of our patients and their families during the end of life process. Home Health Services: Medicare/Medicaid certified. Skilled Nursing, Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapies; Medical Social Services, Home Health Aide. Program rules and regulations apply. Hospice: Medicare/Medicaid certified, end of life holistic care for the terminally ill. Hospice Services: Registered Hospice Nurse on call 24 hours a day 7 days a week. Certified Home Health Aides to provide personal care, bathing assistance, etc. Cover the cost of medications related to terminal illness. Physical, Occupation, or Speech Therapy as needed Evaluate the need of medical equipment and supplies. Assistance from volunteers. Funding: Medicare-Medicaid Hospice Benefits, Private Health Insurance, NEK Hospice provides patient and family services regardless of race, gender, religious beliefs, disability, age or ability to pay. North East Kansas Area Agency on Aging, Inc Single point of entry to Aging Services & Information. (SCHICK) 526 Oregon St, Hiawatha, KS 66434 785-742-7152 Toll Free: 800-883-2549 Fax: 785-742-7154 Email: nekaaa@hotmail.com Website: nekaa.org Serving these counties: Atchison, Brown, Doniphan, Jackson, Marshall, Nemaha, Washington

Home delivered Meals Denison Nutritional Center 203 Central Avenue, PO Box 47, Denison, KS 66419 785-364-4922 or 785-364-3571 or 785-935-2308 Jackson County Senior Citizenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Services (JCHD) 312 Pennsylvania, Holton, KS 66436 785-364-4922 or 785-364-3571

Adult Day Care and Assisted Living Golden Acres 785-889-4227 500 Western, Onaga, KS 66521

Medicalodges Jackson County 785-364-3164 1121 West Seventh Street, Holton, KS 66436 The Pines 785-364-3314 725 Iowa Avenue, Holton, KS 66436 Email: info@thepinesofholton.com Vintage Park at Holton 785-364-5051 An Assisted Living Community 410 Juniper Drive, Holton, KS 66436

Educational Services Faith Academy Learning Center, 785-364-2225 404 Juniper Drive, Holton, KS 66436 Website: www.fbcholton.com/falc Email: faithacademy1c@gmail.com Heather Ent, Director/Teacher Mission: The mission of the Faith Academy Learning Center is to teach the children to follow and to love the Lord your God, to walk in all His ways and to hold fast to Him. Children will experience independence, respect, caring behaviors, wonder, and God’s Word through Bible stories. We will strive to instill virtues in the children that will reciprocate God’s love so that they will become His disciples in their own special ways. It is our goal to use a teaching curriculum that will prepare preschoolers for kindergarten and their journey in life. Hours: Morning class: 8:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. Afternoon class: 12:30 p.m. - 3:15 p.m. Services: 2 classes for 3 and 4 year olds: The first class is Tuesday and Thursday mornings and the second class is Wednesday afternoons. 2 classes for 4 & 5 year olds going to kindergarten the following year: The first class is Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings. The second class is Monday, Tuesday and Thursday afternoons. Eligibility: Ages 3-5 not currently enrolled in kindergarten must be potty trained. How to Apply: Contact the school Fees: Monthly tuition: 1-day is $32.00/month; 2-days week is $64.00/month; 3-days week is $96.00/month. Funding: Scholarships are available. Highland Community College, 785-362-6000 430 S Arizona, Holton, KS 66436 Fax: 785-362-6001 Holton Special Education Coop, 785-364-2990 515 Pennsylvania, Box 230, Holton, KS 66436 Fax: 785-364-3975 Nekcap Head Start, 785-364-4798 130 S Iowa Avenue, Holton, KS

#335 North Jackson 785-364-2194 12692 266th Rd, Holton, KS 66436 Fax: 785-364-4346 Jackson Heights Elementary School 785-364-2244 12763 266th Rd, Holton, KS 66436 Fax: 785-364-4712 Jackson Heights High School 785-364-2195 12719 266th Rd Fax: 785-364-2487 #336 Holton 785-364-2051 Central Elementary 400 New Jersey, Holton, KS 66436 Fax: 785-364-3529 Colorado Elementary School 785-364-3251 500 Colorado Avenue, Holton, KS 66436 Fax: 785-364-4844 Holton High School 785-364-2181 900 New York, Holton, KS 66436 Fax: 785-364-5360 Holton Middle School 785-364-2441 900 Iowa Ave, Holton, KS 66436 Fax: 785-364-5460 #337 Royal Valley 785-966-2246 101 W Main, Box 219, Mayetta, KS 66509 Royal Valley Elementary 785-986-6286 1st & Highland, Box 68, Hoyt, KS 66440 Fax: 785-986-6333 Royal Valley Middle School 785-966-2251 204 S 4th, Box 189, Mayetta, KS 66509 785-966-2833 Royal Valley High School 785-986-6251 101 East 1st Street, Box 128, Hoyt, KS 66440 Fax: 785-986-6479

Food Pantries JCMA New Hope Center 785-362-7021 9TH & Vermont, Holton, KS Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., Tuesday’s 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Thursday’s Requirements: Proof of Jackson county residency. Mobile Food Pantry Holton 4-H Building, 5th & Dakota St. 1st Tuesday of the month, 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Netawaka City Hall 3rd Monday of the month, 11:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.

Government Listing Jackson County District Court 785-364-2191 400 New York, Rm 311 Fax: 785-364-3804 Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday

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Clerk of the District Court Colleen Reamer, Email: creamer@holtonks.net Appraiser’s Office 785-364-2358 Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday 400 New York, Rm 202 Fax: 785-364-5257 County Clerk 785-364-2891 Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 400 New York Fax: 785-364-4204 County Treasurer 785-364-3791 Holton Fire District #4 785-364-2174 K-State Research and Extension 785-364-4125 Meadowlark Extension District #7 4th & New York, Courthouse Room 105 Fax: 785-364-4775 Hours: 8:00 a.m.- 4:30 p.m., Monday-Friday Register of Deeds 785-364-3591 Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 400 New York, Rm#203 Fax: 785-364-3420 Road & Bridge Department 785-364-3519 400 New York, Rm 106 County Bridge Yard 785-364-2875 200 E. K-16 Hwy County Shop Bldg 785-364-3721 525 Lowell Ave Emergency Medical Services 785-364-1911 300 West 4th Street, Holton, KS 66436 Sherriff’s office 785-364-2251 210 US 75 Hwy, Holton, KS 66436 Dispatch: Emergency: 911

Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation Boys & Girls Club 785 966-3031 15424 K Rd., Mayetta, KS 66509 Email: topash@pbpnation.org Elder Center 785-966-0040 15372 K Road, Mayetta, KS 66509 Email: non@pbpnation.org Early Childhood Education Center 785-966-2707 15380 K Road, Mayetta, KS 66509 Health Center 785-966-8200 11400 158 Rd, PO Box 249 Mayetta, KS 66509-0249 Medical Appointment Line: 785-966-8211 Pharmacy Refill: 785-966-8260 Toll free: 866-727-6330 Medical Records Fax Line: 785-966-8393 Medical Clinic Walk Hours of Operation (Arrive 30 minutes early) Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. Monday/Wednesday/Friday 1:00 p.m. - 3:15 p.m. Tuesday/Thursday 1:30 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.

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Medical Clinic Office Hours Monday/Wednesday/Friday 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., 12:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Tuesday 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., 1:30p.m. 4:30p.m. Thursday 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.,1:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m. * Arrive 30 minutes before your appointment. ** Please schedule all appointments 30 minutes before the clinic closes. Dental Clinic Walk-In Hours The Dental Clinic is unable to accept walk-in appointments at this time and future appointments will be limited temporarily. For more information call the dental clinic office at 785-966-8290. Dental Clinic Office Hours: Monday/Wednesday/Friday 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 12:30 PM to 4:30 PM Tuesday/Thursday 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 1:30 PM to 4:30 PM Pharmacy Hours: Monday/Wednesday 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM 12:30 PM to 4:30 PM Tuesday 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 1:30 PM to 4:30 PM Thursday 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 1:30 PM to 7:00 PM Friday 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 1:30 PM to 4:30 PM Thursday—Evening hours by appointment only Three Rivers Inc 11400 158th Rd, PO Box 174, Mayetta, KS 66509 785-966-8344, Fax: 785-966-8388 Jeanie Combs, Independent Living Specialist Mission: To promote self-reliance of individuals with disabilities through education, advocacy, training and support. Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Five Core Services: Information, assistance & referral, independent skills training, peer support, advocacy/selfadvocacy/system change, access to community living. Other: Medical Equipment Loan Program, Assistive Technology, Home and Business Accessibility, Vocational Training, H.O.M.E. Program, Financial Management Services Eligibility: Available to people with disabilities regardless of age, disability or income. How to Apply: Contact Three Rivers Inc. Funding: Grants, Medicaid/Medicare, Private pay Tribal Police 785-966-3024, 16344 Q Road, Mayetta, KS 66509 Website: www.pbpindiantribe.com Email mboswell@pbpnation.org Michael K. Boswell, Chief of Police Mission Statement: To reduce crime on the reservation in Jackson County, create and facilitate safer neighborhoods and develop community partnership to meet the citizen’s needs. Hours: 24/7

Services: Animal Control: Rick Burns, Community Police, Officers Supervisor, Code Enforcement. How to Apply: Prairie Band Potawatomi Human Resources, 785-966-4000, www.pbpindiantribe.com

PBPN Social Services Alcohol & Drug Program The Alcohol & Drug Program utilizes diverse treatment approaches including the biological/psychological/social model of addictive disease, the Developmental Process of Recovery, self-help programs, motivational interviewing, strength-based methods and Red Road. Staff recognizes the importance of their clients reconnecting with community, culture, and their spirituality as essential components of recovery. The program serves the Prairie Band Potawatomi Reservation community and Native Americans in the surrounding region. Three state certified addiction counselors are available and are all housed in the Social Services Department that is located on the east wing of the Potawatomi Health Center. For more information call 785-966-8350 or fax 785-966-8386. Vocational Rehabilitation Program The Vocational Rehabilitation program is housed in the Social Services Department that is located in the east wing of the Prairie Band Potawatomi Health Center, 11400 158 Rd, Mayetta, Kansas. A staff of three oversees the program that is dedicated to assisting American Indians with disabilities in achieving meaningful and gainful employment. The program began in 2000 and is made possible by the Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation and a grant from the Department of Education Rehabilitation Services Administration. Three Rivers, Inc., a Center for Independent Living governed by the Rehabilitation Act of 1974, has a branch office in the PBPN Social Services Department. The nonprofit organization has six locations and serves more than nine counties in northeast Kansas. It assists individuals with all types of disabilities who are interested in learning skills and receiving support that will assist them in a greater quality of life. For more infomation call the office at 785-966-8344 or go to www.threeriversinc.org

Services Department that is housed on the east wing of the Potawatomi Health Center. The phone number is 785-966-8360 and fax is 785-966-8389. Adult Social Services Program The Adult Social Services program is designed to promote personal responsibility, family unity, economic and social stability in an effort of promoting the wellness of each adult tribal member in the community. The program assists members in locating resources to meet individual or family needs, provides tribal members who have IIM accounts with prompt, quality services, and provides social work assessments and recommendations for tribal members when needed. In addition, the program provides services including code revisions to the PBPN judicial court and tribal police department to better meet the Nationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s needs. Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA)/Foster Care/Family Preservation/Child Protective Services (CPS) Program The ICWA/Foster Care/Family Preservation/CPS program provides services to protect the integrity of PBPN families and to ensure that the Nationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s children live in safe and healthy environments. A goal of the program is to help keep youth with their families and to provide social services resources when needed. The program also assists with the location of placement alternatives for youth that follow ICWA preferences, and also provides community training in family preservation through parenting classes. Tribal Victim Services Program The Family Violence Prevention Program (FVPP) and the Tribal Victims Assistance Program, formerly housed in the Potawatomi Police Department, have merged into one program called the Tribal Victim Services Program. The program serves enrolled members of federally recognized tribes who are victims of family violence or sexual assault. Offices are located in the Social Services Department that is in the east wing of the PBP Health Center.

Community Health Representative Program The mission of the Community Health Representative (CHR) program is to be an advocate and facilitator for individuals and families to gain access to comprehensive health care services. Some of the duties in the CHR office include home health visits, helping schedule medical appointments and co-sponsoring community blood drives. The program serves any enrolled member of a federally recognized tribe within the service area of Jackson County. The office is located in the Social

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Jefferson County Resource Directory General Assistance, Special Needs, Public Services Health, Medical Services and Support Groups Support Groups Mentoring, Prevention, Physical and Substance Abuse Services Care Facilities Senior Services Apartment Complexes (Subsidized) Parenting Services Schools and Educational Services Government Listing Food & Clothing Banks

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General Assistance, Special Needs, Public Services Cottonwood Inc. and Cottonwood CDDO Community Developmental Disabilities Organization 2801 W 31st Street, Lawrence, KS 66047 785-842-0550 Website: www.cwood.org, www.cddo.cwood.org Email: adrake@cwood.org Angela Drake, Director To obtain services through the developmental disability system in the State of Kansas. CDDOs determine whether a person qualifies for services and work with the person and/or their family or guardian in choosing from an array of service options, and refer those persons to other community resources if additional supports are needed. Independence, Inc. (CIL) 785-841-0333 2001 Haskell Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66044 Toll Free: 1-888-824-7277 Fax: 785-841-1094 Website: www.independenceinc.org Email: bbrown@independenceinc.org Stacey Hunter Schwartz, Ph.D., Executive Director Independent living skills, computer training, services and advocacy for people with disabilities, referrals. Jefferson County Alliance of Service Councils 1212 Walnut, Oskaloosa, KS 785-863-2447 Our Corporation is comprised of representatives of local agencies, organizations, governmental entities, interagency service councils, and task forces, across Jefferson County which provides human services. These groups provide services, resources and technical assistance to children, you, families and adults. Jefferson County Service Organization 410 Liberty Street, PO Box 212, Oskaloosa, KS 66066 785-863-2637 Transportation, outreach and commodities. Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office 785-863-2765 1360 Walnut, Oskaloosa, KS 66066 Crime Tip HOTline: 1-800-KSCRIME (572-7463) or Email: info@jeffersoncountykssheriff.com www.jeffersoncountykssheriff.com Keystone Learning Services 785-876-2214 500 E Sunflower Boulevard, Ozawkie, KS 66070 Website: www.keystonelearning.org Count-Your-Kid-In screening (developmental screening) for children under five years of age Services for children with special health needs, development delays or disabilities ages 3 - 21

Special education services for children ages 3 through 21 Vocational testing-referral to Vocational Rehabilitation Services or CDDO Keystone Tiny-K Infant Toddler Services 500 E Sunflower Boulevard, Ozawkie, KS 66070 785-876-2214, ext. 42 www.tiny-k.org Services for children with developmental delays or disabilities birth to age 3 Home-based services at no cost to families Team of professionals including occupational, physical and speech and language therapy, education, dietetics, psychologist, and social work Northeast Kansas Community Action Program 204 W Warren Street, Oskaloosa, KS 66066 785-863-2372 or Toll Free: 1-888-221-9334 www.nekcap.org Services and programs promoting self-sufficiency for the whole family. Research and Extension - Jefferson County Meadowlark District Office 785-863-2212 600 Jefferson, Court House, PO Box 326 Oskaloosa, KS 66066 Website: www.meadowlark.ksu.edu/ Parenting, nutrition and general home, farm and horticulture information. Resource Center for Independent Living 1137 Laing St, PO Box 257, Osage City, KS 66523 785-528-3105, Toll Free: 800-580-7245 RCIL provides Advocacy, Information & Referral, Peer Support, De-Institutionalization, and Independent Living Skills Training to individuals with disabilities, their families and their community. Salvation Army 946 New Hampshire, Lawrence, KS 66044 785-843-4188 www.salarmy-mokan.org Provides crisis intervention services. KS Department for Children and Families Toll Free: 1-888-369-4777 913-367-5345 – Atchison 785-296-2500 – Topeka 785-832-3700 – Lawrence USDA Rural Development - Service Center 700 Jefferson St, Oskaloosa, KS 66066 785-863-2221, Fax: 785-863-3229 www.rurdev.usda.gov/ Rural Housing Services: Helps rural communities and individuals by providing loans and grants for housing and community facilities.

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USDA Service Centers are designed to be a single location where customers can access the services provided by the Farm Service Agency, Natural Resources Conservation Service, and the Rural Development agencies.

Health, Medical Services and Support Groups Assistive Technology for Kansas (ATK) Toll Free: 1-800-526-3648, Email: atkapps@ku.edu, Website: www.atk.ku.edu ATK connects people with disabilities and health conditions with the assistive technology they need to learn, work, play and participate. Douglas County AIDS Project (DCAP) 2518 Ridge Court, #101, Lawrence, KS 66046 785-843-0040 Email: dcap@sunflower.com www.douglascountyaidsproject.org/

Our mission is to provide supportive and responsive care for a community affected by HIV/AIDS. DCAP is committed to raising awareness and reducing the spread of HIV/AIDS. F.W. Huston Medical Center 408 Delaware Street, Winchester, KS 66097-4003 913-774-4340 www.jcmhospital.org 409 Broadway Street, Valley Falls, KS 66088

785-945-4004 Emergency Services Prompt Care Physical, occupational and speech therapy Laboratory Radiology Life Flight Pharmacy Lifeline services Heartland Home Care, Inc. 785-484-2699 7210 Highway K4, Meriden, KS 66512 In-home care and therapy services. Jefferson County Health Department (JCHD) 1212 Walnut Street, Oskaloosa, KS 66066 785-863-2447, Fax: 785-863-2652 Website: www.jfcountyks.com Email: jchd@jfcountyks.com JCHD Walk-In Clinic Services Available: Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Tue. - Fri Birth Control Blood Pressure Blood Sugar Cholesterol (Fasting) Lab (with Dr. referral) Quest Lab Collection Site Immunization

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Pregnancy Test TB Skin Test Vision Screening/Hearing Screening Urinalysis JCHD Services Provided by Appointment Hours: 8:00 am - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday Child Care Licensing Family Planning Health Start Visitor Program Newborn Assessments Prenatal & Post Natal Care WIC Physicals: Child Care, Preschool, School Entry, KanBe-Healthy Home Health 785-863-2447 Home Health Aids Nursing Occupational, Physical and Speech Therapy Social Services Friends of Hospice: Financial Assistance Hospice Provide care services for the terminally ill and their families. Bi-monthly meetings to discuss client needs. Environment & Sanitation Getting a Wastewater Permit Lagoons Septic Systems Sanitation Codes Classes / Support Groups: CPR / First Aid Classes Diabetes Support Group Bereavement Support Group LifeLine 913-774-4340 With Lifeline one press of button activates your Lifeline system. In seconds you're in touch with a caring and highly trained Lifeline monitor, who talks to you to find out what kind of help you need. Vocational Rehabilitation Services - E Region 500 SW Van Buren, Topeka, KS 66603 785-296-0513 Help people with disabilities achieve employment and self-sufficiency and link employers with qualified and productive individuals.

Support Groups JCHD Diabetic Support Group 785-863-2447 1212 Walnut St., Oskaloosa, KS JCHD Bereavement Support Group 3rd Wednesday monthly, 10:00 am - Noon @Kendall State Bank, 406 Broadway, Valley Falls

Mentoring, Prevention, Physical and Substance Abuse Services Adult Protective Services Kansas Dept of Children and Families Toll Free: 1-800-922-5330 Helps those adults who need assistance in dealing with abusive, neglectful or exploitive situations. Those who are most frail, dependent and socially isolated are at highest risk. Adult Protective Services social workers provide protective services to these adults, with their consent. Al-Anon/Alateen Toll Free: 1-888-425-2666 www.al-anon.org, www.al-anon.alateen.org Big Brothers Big Sisters – Jefferson County 785-215-5762 www.kansasbigs.org Mentoring program for 5-17 year olds. Bigs in School programs available for Jefferson County Schools. DCCCA First Step at Lakeview 3015 W 31st, Lawrence, KS 66047 785-843-9262, Fax: 785-843-9264 Email 1carter@dccca.org Website: www.dccca.org Offers alcohol and drug treatment designed to meet the unique needs of women, pregnant women, and women with dependent children. Treatment interventions include: non-medical detox to help women safely manage withdrawal; intensive short term residential stays; and extended residential services to prepare for reentry into the community. Outpatient programs provided in collaboration with Lawrence Outpatient Services. First Step is situated in a quiet campus setting and relaxing views from all areas of the grounds and a high quality children’s playground. DCCCA Outpatient Treatment 1739 E 23rd Street, Lawrence, KS 66047 785-830-8238, Email: pbaxter@dccca.org Outpatient treatment for adolescents and adults. Treatment interventions include: individual and group counseling, assessments, family sessions, and court-ordered alcohol & drug evaluations. Drug Abuse Resistance Education (DARE) 1360 Walnut Street, Oskaloosa, KS 66066 785-863-2765 Drug education programs. GaDuGi SafeCenter 2518 Ridge Court, Lawrence, KS 66046 785-691-5189, 24/7 Support: 785-843-8985 Email: support@gadugisafecenter.org Website: www.gadugisafecenter.org

Advocacy and counseling for sexual assault survivors and families and loves ones. Prevention and education outreach for groups and individuals The Guidance Center 785-863-2929 1102 Walnut Street, Oskaloosa, KS 66066 Toll Free: 1-888-260-9634 after hours crisis line Website: http://www.theguidance-ctr.org/ Counseling, therapy, testing, community services. Treatment for mental and substance abuse needs. Recovery services – individual, marital, family counseling, outpatient alcohol/drug abuse treatment. Prevention programs focusing on youth peer support for safe and healthy choices and behaviors. Kansas Tobacco Quit Line Toll Free: 1-800-QUIT-NOW (784-8669) NE KS Tobacco Use Prevention Program 785-291-3418 Kansas Crisis Hotline 1-888-363-2287 The Kansas Crisis Hotline, is a toll-free, 24-hour hotline developed to link victims of domestic violence and sexual assault to crisis programs across Kansas. The Willow Domestic Violence Center Shelter Help Hope Toll free: 1-800-770-3030 1920 Moodie Road, Lawrence, KS 66044 24 hour crisis line: 785-843-3333 or Website:www.willowdvcenter.org

Care Facilities Deer Park North 785-484-0100 6313 K4 Highway, Meriden, KS 66512 F.W. Huston Medical Center / Senior Living Center 408 Delaware Street, Winchester, KS 66097 913-774-4730 or 913-774-4340 www.jcmhospital.org Hickory Pointe Care and Rehabilitation Center 700 Cherokee, Oskaloosa, KS 66066 785-863-2108 Activities, Lab Services, Xray Services, Dietary, Pharmacy, Podiatry, Social Work, Occupational, Physical, and Speech/Language Therapy. Linnwood Park of Meriden Home Plus 6313 K-4 Highway, Meriden, KS 66512 North: 785-484-0100, South: 785-484-2165 Linnwood Park of Valley Falls Assisted Living 1509 Linn Street, Valley Falls, KS 66088 785-945-3634 Linnwoodpark of Valley Falls Home Plus 1509 ½ Linn Street, Valley Falls, KS 66088

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Valley Health Care Center 785-945-3832 400 12th Street, Valley Falls, KS 66088 Nursing and mental health care, VHCC is certified for Medicaid and Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) providing respite, short term, long term, residential care and independent living opportunities. Village Villa and Village E. Assisted Living (FP) 412 Walnut Street, PO Box 346, Nortonville, KS 66060 913-886-6400 Medicare skilled nursing facility.

Senior Services Adult Protective Services Toll Free: 1-800-922-5330 Kansas Dept of Children and Families The APS program helps adults who need assistance in dealing with abusive, neglectful or exploitive situations. Those who are most frail, dependent and socially isolated are at highest risk. Adult Protective Services social workers provide protective services to these adults, with their consent. Clocks Medical Supply, Inc. (FP) 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday - Friday 901 Industrial Road, P.O. Box 620 Winfield, KS 67156-0620 1-620-221-0550 Toll Free: 1-800-362-1314 Fax: 1-620-221-7460 Clock Medical Supply is a Medicare/Medicaid Participating Providers of medical supplies. Envision Senior Support Services 913-774-4340 412 Delaware Street, Winchester, KS 66097 Outpatient program for senior adults. Helping seniors develop skills and obtain resources needed to decrease symptoms of depression and anxiety. Offering counseling, group therapy and medication management. Independent Living Services for Blind or Visually Impaired Seniors - Jeff County Provider 610 N. Main, Wichita, KS 67203 316-440-1617 The Older Blind Independent Living Program provides a variety of services including skills training, orientation and mobility, assistive devices and techniques for household organization in the home communities of Kansans who are age 55 or older and who experience blindness or visual impairments. Jayhawk Area Agency on Aging 785-235-1367, Toll Free: 800-798-1366 Jayhawk Area Agency on Aging Inc. advocates on aging issues, builds community partnerships and implements programs within Shawnee, Jefferson

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and Douglas Counties to help seniors live independent and dignified lives. Eldercare Locator, http://www.eldercare.gov, a public service of the U.S. Administration on Aging connecting to services for older adults and their families. You can also reach us at 1-800-677-1116. JCHD Home Health and Hospice 1212 Walnut Street, Oskaloosa, KS 66066 785-863-2447, Fax: 785-863-2652 Website: www.jfcountyks.com Email: jchd@jfcountyks.com Home Health Aids Nursing Occupational, Physical and Speech Therapy Social Services Friends of Hospice: Financial Assistance Provide care services for the terminally ill and their families. Bi-monthly meetings to discuss client needs. Jefferson County Service Organization (SHICK) Senior Health Insurance Counseling of Kansas PO Box 212, Oskaloosa, KS 66066 785-863-2637 Transportation and information outreach. Medical Supply & Adaptive Equipment loan. Kansas Department on Aging & Disabilities Adult Care Home Complaint Program Toll Free: 800-842-0078 Meals on Wheels of Shawnee/Jefferson County 2701 SW East Circle Dr, South, #2, Topeka, KS 66606 785-295-3980. Home-delivered meals must be in Shawnee or Jefferson County. Weekly delivery of frozen meals is also available to prospective clients who reside outside of the regular delivery area. Friendship Meals is a congregate dining program. Meals on Wheels of Shawnee and Jefferson Counties has 16 Friendship Meals Dining Centers within the two counties. The centers provide meals for individuals over 60 years of age and their spouses (regardless of age) who are still active and desire more social interaction. Donations are expected at each of the Dining Centers however there is no set fee. Nutritionally balanced and varied meals are provided to help maintain health and provide aid to those who find it hard to cook. Meriden Home Healthcare 785-484-2699 7210 Highway K4, Meriden, KS 66512 Optional community based services.

Subsidized Apartment Complexes

Schools & Educational Services

Community Home Nortonville, 913-886-2761

Kansas School Safety Hotline Stop School Violence, 1-877-626-8203

Cedar Tree Apartments Meriden, 785-484-2128 Delaware Place Winchester, 913-774-2787 Hannah Apartment Complex Oskaloosa, 785-863-2118 Jefferson Village Winchester, 913-774-4457 Madison St. Apartments Oskaloosa, 785-863-2118 New Place I McLouth, 785-478-1025 New Place II Perry, 785-478-1025 Oak Hills Valley Falls, 785-945-6626 Plaza Garden Perry, 785-597-5923 Rhodes Apartments Oskaloosa, 785-863-2118 Sunset Haven Valley Falls, 785-945-3245

Parenting Services The Guidance Center 785-863-2929 1102 Walnut Street, PO Box 127 Oskaloosa, KS 66066 Toll Free: 1-888-260-9634 after hour’s crisis line http://www.theguidance-cty.org/ Preschool developmental center for children with emotional disorders, early parenting support, counseling services, respite and crisis care. Healthy Start Visitor Program 785-863-2447 1212 Walnut Street, Oskaloosa, KS 66066 Toll Free: 1-877-278-4118 Website: www.jfcountyks.com Email: jchd@jfcountyks.com In home or clinic visit by to provide encouragement and information for community resources to parents of new infants within Jefferson County. Parents Help Hotline Toll Free: 1-800-CHILDREN (244-53736) Website: www.kcsl.org 24 hours assistance for parents experiencing conflict or seeking to prevent family problems.

NE KS Community Action Program (NEK-CAP) 785-742-2222 Toll Free: 1-888-904-8159 Website: www.nekcap.org Federal income guidelines for eligibility. Services to meet social, emotional, health, nutritional and psychological needs. Early Head Start – Ages 0-3 Head Start – Ages 3-5 Jefferson County Early Head Start – Meriden Jefferson West Elementary School 301 Main Street, PO Box 427, Meriden, KS 66512 785-484-3317 Email: sadams@nekcap.org Jefferson County Head Start – Oskaloosa 204 W Warren Street, Oskaloosa, KS 66066 785-863-2372 Email: swade@nekcap.org Jefferson County Head Start – Meriden Jefferson West Elementary School 301 Main, PO Box 427, Meriden, KS 66512 785-484-3317 Email: smcmahon@nekcap.org Keystone Learning Services 500 E Sunflower Blvd, Ozawkie, KS 66070 785-876-2214 www.keystonelearning.org Count-Your-Kid-In screening (developmental screening) for children under five years of age. Special educations services for children ages 3 - 21. Vocational testing - referral to Vocational Rehabilitation Service Keystone John Dewey Learning Academy (JDLA) 500 E Sunflower Blvd, Ozawkie, KS 66070 785-876-2214, ext. 56 Website: www.jdla.keystonelearning.org Service Learning school (grades 6-12) providing an authentic, nurturing and academically challenging learning environment for students that connects to the world outside of school, is meaningful and promotes a positive sense of community, enthusiasm for learning, critical thinking / problem solving and social-emotional resiliency. Keystone Parents As Teachers (PAT) 500 E Sunflower Blvd, Ozawkie, KS 66070 785-876-2214, ext. 31 Website: www.keystonelearning.org/PAT Free parental education for parents with children birth to 3 years of age. Personalized visits, children play groups, regular developmental screenings. PAT is a resource network.

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St Joseph Catholic School, Pre K-6 221 Sycamore Street, Nortonville, KS 66060 913-886-2030 USD 338 Valley Falls Admin/Superintendent, 785-945-3214 700 Oak Street, Valley Falls, KS 66088 Website: http://www.usd338.com Valley Falls High School 601 Elm Street, Valley Falls, KS 66088 785-945-3229, Toll Free: 1-877-854-4793 Valley Falls Elementary School, K-8 700 Oak Street, Valley Falls, KS 66088 785-945-3221, Toll Free: 877-854-4775 USD 339 Jefferson County North Admin/Superintendent, 913-774-2000 310 5th Street, Winchester, KS 66097 www.usd339.net Jefferson County North High School 302 5th Street, Winchester, KS 66097 913-774-8515, Toll Free: 877-215-4447 Jefferson County North Elem/Middle School, K-8 100 Charger Lane, Nortonville, KS 66060 913-886-3870 Toll Free: 877-215-4132 USD 340 Jefferson West Administrative/Superintendent 785-484-3444 601 E Wyandotte Street, PO Box 267 Meriden, KS 66512 Website: http://www.usd340.org Jefferson West High School 619 Condray Street, Meriden, KS 66512 785-484-3331, Toll Free: 877-854-4410 Jefferson West Middle School, Grades 5-8 210 N Miller Street, Meriden, KS 66512 785-484-2900, Toll Free: 877-854-4579 Jefferson West Elementary School, Pre K-4 301 Main Street, Meriden, KS 66512 785-484-2455, Toll Free: 877-854-4524 USD 341 Oskaloosa Administrative/Superintendent, 785-863-2539 400 Park Street, Oskaloosa, KS 66066 Oskaloosa High School 404 Park Street, Oskaloosa, KS 66066 785-863-2281, Toll Free: 877-750-8059 Oskaloosa Middle School 400 Park Street, Oskaloosa, KS 66066 785-863-3237, Toll Free: 877-800-1784 Oskaloosa Elementary School, K-5 400 Park Street, Oskaloosa, KS 66066 785-863-2254, Toll Free: 877-800-1785 USD 342 McLouth Administrative/Superintendent, 913-796-2201 217 Summit, PO Box 40, McLouth, KS 66054 Website: http://www.mclouth.org McLouth Middle School and High School

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217 Summit, McLouth, KS 66054 913-796-6122, Toll Free: 877-854-0972 McLouth Elementary School 217 Summit, McLouth, KS 66054 913-796-6152, Toll Free: 877-584-4772 USD 343 Perry – Lecompton Administrative/Superintendent, 785-597-5138 205 W Bridge Street, Perry, KS 66073 Website: http://www.usd343.net/ Perry-Lecompton High School 404 Lecompton Road, PO Box 18 Perry, KS 66073 785-597-5124, Toll Free: 877-236-7138 Perry-Lecompton Middle School, Grades 5-8 408 Lecompton Road, Perry, KS 66073 785-597-5159, Toll Free: 877-854-0972 Perry Elementary School, Pre K-1 405 Cedar Street, PO Box 168, Perry, KS 66073 785-597-5156, Toll Free: 877-569-1640 Lecompton Elementary School, Grades 2-4 626 Whitfield, PO Box 108 Lecompton, KS 66050 785-887-6343, Toll Free: 866-282-2232

Libraries McLouth Public Library, 913-796-2225 215 S Union Street, PO Box 69 McLouth, KS 66054 Oskaloosa Public Library, 785-863-2475 315 Jefferson, PO Box 347 Oskaloosa, KS 66066 Meriden Community Library, 785-484-3393 7272 K4 Hwy, Suite D Meriden, KS 66512 Website: http://meriden.mykansaslibrary.org Nortonville Public Library, 913-886-2060 407 Main, PO Box 179 Nortonville, KS 66060 Website: www.Nortonvillelibrary.org Delaware Township Library, 785-945-3990 421 Mary St., #A Valley Falls, KS 66088 Winchester Public Library, 913-774-4967 203 4th Street, PO Box 143 Winchester, KS 66097

Government Listing Jefferson County Kansas Government 9-1-1 / Dispatch 785-863-2247 1230 Walnut St., Oskaloosa, KS 66066 Ambulance 785-863-2278 1250 Walnut St, Oskaloosa, KS 66066 Appraiser’s Office 785-863-2552 300 Jefferson St, PO Box 331 Oskaloosa, KS 66066 Auxiliary Services 785-863-2581

County Attorney 300 Jefferson St, Suite 200, PO Oskaloosa, KS 66066 County Clerk 300 Jefferson St, PO Box 321 Oskaloosa, KS 66066 County Treasurer 300 Jefferson St, PO Box 458 Oskaloosa, KS 66066 District Court 300 Jefferson St, PO Box 327 Oskaloosa, KS 66066 Emergency Management GIS Health Department Information Tech. Planning & Zoning Register of Deeds Road Department Sheriff’s Office

785-863-2251 Box 351 785-863-2272 785-863-2081 785-863-2461 785-863-2096 785-863-2173 785-863-2447 785-863-3509 785-863-2241 785-863-2243 785-863-2211 785-863-2765

Food & Clothing Banks Ballard Community Center 785-842-0729 x101 708 Elm Street, Lawrence, KS 66044 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday Requirements: Photo ID, SSN or ITIN, Residency proof, Income verification. Cornerstone Southern Baptist 785-843-0442 802 W 22nd Terrace, Lawrence Monday: 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 2nd Tuesday’s: 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Requirements: Photo ID, Fill out application on site. ECKAN / Just Food: 785-856-7030 1200 E 11th Street, Lawrence Monday: 1:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. T/Th/F: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.; 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Requirements: Photo ID, SSN, Income Verification First Baptist Church 785-843-0020 1330 Kasold Dr, Lawrence Monday & Friday: 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Wednesday: 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. No requirements. God’s Store House 785-484-2711, Saturday’s. 107 W Main, Meriden, KS Harvesters 785-863-2637 First Wednesday Monthly. No requirements. Lecompton UMC, 402 Elmore, 785-864-7578 Stull UMC, 1596 E 250 Rd, Lecompton Heartland Health Center 785-841-7297 1 Riverfront Plaza, Ste 100, Lawrence Monday: 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Saturday: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. No requirements.

Heritage Baptist Church 785-887-2200 1781 E 800 Road, Lecompton, KS 66044 Call for an appointment. No requirements. McLouth Food Pantry 201 E Lucy, McLouth, KS 913-796-9999 or 913-796-1709 Penn House 785-842-0440 1035 Pennsylvania, Lawrence Monday - Friday: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Requirements: Photo ID, SSN or ITIN; Residency proof; Income verification for all household members. Rural Mobile Food Pantry Distributions / Jefferson County Service Org. Participant may only receive food at one location. 1st Wednesday every month. 785-863-2637 10:00 - 11:15 a.m. at 410 Liberty, Oskaloosa, KS 12:00 - 1:00pm at 9887 Main St., Ozawkie Salvation Army 785-843-4188 946 New Hampshire, Lawrence Monday - Friday: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Requirements: Photo ID, SSN Southside Church of Christ 785-843-0770 1105 W 25th, Lawrence Tuesday - Thursday, 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Requirements: Photo ID, Resources available once every 6 months. Stull United Methodist Church 785-887-6521 251 N 1600th Road, Lecompton, KS 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m., 1st & 3rd Thursday Available once every 6 months. Photo ID required. Trinity Interfaith Pantry 785-843-6166 1027 Vermont, Lawrence www.trinitylawrence.org Tuesday: 2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Saturday: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Requirements: Photo ID, Proof of residency. Valley Falls UMC 785-224-9811 14169 Geary Rd, Valley Falls, KS 66088

Clothing Banks The Clothes Closet 785-945-3211 408 Frazier, Valley Falls, KS 66088 Oskaloosa Christian Service Organization 785-863-3081 Sells clothing at a nominal fee and furnishes clothes for disaster relief.

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Veterans' Resources Benefits, Health, Education Career Training Crisis / Suicide General Assistance Healing Body, Mind & Family Legal Assistance

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Benefits, Health, Education Wounded Warrior Project (WWP) Toll Free: 1-877-832-6997 Website: www.woundedwarriorproject.org Email: alumni@woundedwarriorproject.org The Wounded Warrior Project offers a wide range of assistance, from help collecting disability benefits, to help in healing PTSD wounds, to continuing education for a post-military life. WWP can connect you with benefits counselors who can guide you through the VA maze. And their programs include Project Odyssey, a retreat with fellow vets that involves hiking, kayaking and whitewater rafting. With the WWP's Track program, vets receive a scholarship to attend Florida State College at Jacksonville or The Alamo Colleges in San Antonio. If you call the organization's phone number and explain your situation, the advisor will tell you about the WWP programs that are right for you. Their staff also replies to email and to messages left on their Facebook page: http://bit.ly/wwpfacebook. National Veterans Foundation Toll Free: 1-888-777-4443 Website: www.nvf.org Like the Wounded Warrior Project, the National Veterans Foundation offers an impressive range of free services to vets. Call their number and speak to a NVF staff member about your situation. You can also use this link (www.nvf.org/livehelp) to chat with a staff member online. NVF will help you if you're in crisis, need legal help, assistance with a disability claim, help finding a job, treatment for PTSD or Traumatic Brain Injury, or simply want to connect with other vets. The organization also helps military families who are having a hard time affording groceries.

Career Training NextGenVets 1-424-259-3803 Website: www.nextgenvets.org/contact.html Email: info@nextgenvets.org NextGenVets is a job placement organization. Go to their contact page, fill out their form, and answer questions about your education and military rank. You'll be placing your profile in the organization's database. A case worker at NextGenVets will then contact you and reach out to companies that are hiring so that they can match the right vet with the right company. Jewish Vocational Service of Los Angeles (JVS) Veterans First Jessica Cheng, Program Coordinator 323-904-4900 ext. 3904 Fax: 323-904-4905

Website: www.jvsla.org/programs-and-services/careerservices/veterans-first Email: jcheng@jvsla.org JVS of LA's Veterans First program provides career coaching to veterans, helping you assess your skills and build upon them. The organization's Battle Buddy Groups will give you a chance to network and receive support from people who understand. The program is free. And if you're eligible, JVS can provide you with funding for additional education and job training. JVS' Veterans First program is available to all veterans of Operations Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom and who live in the Los Angeles area. Wall Street WarFighters Toll Free: 1-888-439-3935 Website: www.wallstreetwarfighters.org Email: info@wallstreetwarfighters.org If you're interested in pursuing a career in finance, Wall Street WarFighters can help. The organization provides education and training to wounded vets, so they can make the transition from the battlefield to Wall Street. Even if you don't have a college degree, you can still call them. The organization is designed to assist wounded soldiers. Veterans interested in the program need at least a 10 percent disability rating from the VA. Farmer-Veteran Coalition (FVC) 1-530-756-1395 Website: www.farmvetco.org Email: info@farmvetco.org The FVC offers veteranâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s training in becoming farmers. For many vets, training on the organization's Sacramento Valley farm is a pathway to a new career in agriculture. For others who just need some peace after the chaos of war, the organization's weekend retreats offer some much needed calm. The coalition has partnered with Air Compassion to fly any Iraq/Afghanistan vet to the farm for free. For more info, check out this article from the NY Times: http://bit.ly/tradingswordsforplows.

Crisis / Suicide Veterans Crisis Line 1800-273-8255(TALK), ext.1 www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org/Veterans If you're thinking about hurting yourself or others, call this number. It is a hotline set up by the Veterans Health Administration, giving you 24/7 access to trained counselors who know what you are going through.

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General Assistance Disposable Warriors Sgt. Chuck Luther, Director 254-258-3618 Email: chuckluther@clear.net Many know Sgt. Chuck Luther from news coverage of his brave service (www.joshuakors.com/part3) and from his powerful Congressional testimony (http://bit.ly/torturehearings). Disposable Warriors, assists soldiers who are being wrongfully discharged and denied benefits. Help for Homeless Veterans 1-877-242-3838 Access VAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s services for homeless and at-risk Veterans, available 24/7. www.va.gov/homeless National Resource Directory http://www.nationalresourcedirectory.gov VA Caregiver Support Line 1.855.260.3274

Goods and Services for Vets Soldiers' Angels 1792 E Washington Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91104 or PO Box 758513, Topeka, KS 66675-9913 Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (PST) Monday - Friday Phone: 626-529-5114 Voice Mai: 615-676-0239 Fax: 626-529-5446 Website: www.soldiersangels.org Email: pbader@soldiersangels.org Soldiers' Angels is hundreds of thousands volunteers providing aid and comfort to the men and women of the United States Army, Marines, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard, veterans and their families. USA Cares Toll Free: 1-800-773-0387 Website: www.usacares.org/assistance-request Email: info@usacares.org Like Soldiers' Angels, USA Cares connects with military families in need, providing free assistance with food, utilities, vehicle repair and rent. The organization also connects wounded veterans suffering from Traumatic Brain Injury and PTSD with quality medical care. Gathering of Eagles â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Laptops for Wounded Warriors Dawn West, program coordinator: eaglesvt@gmail.com Facebook page: http://bit.ly/gatheringofeagles The Gathering of Eagles provides laptops to soldiers recovering at medical treatment centers. Wounded soldiers can then use email and Skype to connect with

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family and friends while they recover from their injuries. If you are recovering in a military medical center and need a laptop, email the organization or post a message on its Facebook page. For more info on the program, check out this excellent piece by reporter Eric Levy of WTKR, a CBS affiliate in Virginia: http://bit.ly/gatheringofeaglesvideo.

Healing Body, Mind & Family Combat Paper Project Drew Cameron, project co-director Website: www.combatpaper.org Email: drewcameron@combatpaper.org The Combat Paper Project conducts hands-on workshops across the country where veterans take their uniforms, cut them up, process them into pulp, and use that pulp to create art. While molding their old uniforms into something new, veterans get a chance to talk about their battlefield experiences with other vets who have been there and understand. For many soldiers, these workshops have been transformative experiences, helping them process the pain lingering from their wartime tours while reshaping their identity: from warrior to artist. Warrior Writers Project Lovella Calica, project director Website: www.warriorwriters.org Email: lovella@warriorwriters.org The Warrior Writers Project brings together recent veterans and current soldiers to express themselves through art. The organization holds workshops across the country, where soldiers write stories, create poetry, and develop art projects through photography, drawing and music. Like the Combat Paper Project, the Warrior Writers workshops have proved to be powerful experiences for many soldiers who, through art, find a way to express their feelings about their time at war. For the locations of upcoming workshops, click here: www.warriorwriters.org/happening.html. New Directions 1-310-914-5966 www.newdirectionsinc.org New Directions is a resource center for veterans, located in Los Angeles. It provides an array of services, including substance abuse treatment, counseling, remedial education, job training and placement, as well as parenting and money management classes. The Pathway Home Toll Free: 1-800-404-8387 Admission and further info: Website: Kathy.Loughry@thepathwayhome.org Email: www.thepathwayhome.org A recovery facility for traumatized veterans, located in a

scenic stretch of California's Napa Valley. At the facility, soldiers get a chance to cool down, learn about PTSD, and develop relaxation techniques. Receive treatment for insomnia, depression, nightmares, as well as anger, guilt and other war-related emotions. The Pathway Home also offers couples/family therapy. Home Base Program 1-617-724-5202 Website: www.homebaseprogram.org Email: homebaseprogram@partners.org Provides care to vets who served in Iraq and Afghanistan and are now suffering from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) or Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI). The program, which is located in Boston and sponsored by Massachusetts General Hospital, offers high-quality medical and psychological care. Home Base also has programs for the families of wounded soldiers, helping children who are adjusting to a parent's return and spouses who are dealing with the challenges of PTSD and TBI. Operation Home and Healing 1-215-382-6680 Website: www.operationhomeandhealing.org Operation Home and Healing reaches out to vets shaken by the trauma of war. The group has 140 therapists across 13 offices providing counseling to vets struggling with grief, depression, PTSD and chronic pain. The group also provides couples therapy. The organization is based in Philadelphia and designed for families in southeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey.

Legal Assistance National Organization of Veterans' Advocates (NOVA) www.vetadvocates.com/directory.html NOVA maintains a directory of lawyers who practice Veterans law. Simply visit the directory, click on your state and scroll through the names, numbers and email addresses of the lawyers in your area.

Law Firms Offering Pro Bono Assistance Foley & Lardner LLP Steve Lambert, Washington Harbour 3000 K Street, N.W., Suite 500 Washington, D.C. 20007-5109 1-202-672-5300 Email: slambert@foley.com King & Spalding LLP Aaron Holstromberg 1700 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W., Suite 200 Washington, D.C. 20006-4706 1-202-737-0500

Attorneys Specializing in Veterans Law R. Edward Bates 1801 N. Mill Street, Suite J, Naperville, Illinois 60563 1-708-355-2090 Joseph Nathaniel Baron Toll Free: 1-800-338-6074 jnbaron@aol.com, ucdinc@aol.com Louis M. DiDonato 245 E. Liberty, Suite 250, Reno, Nevada 89501 1-775-322-7877 Email: lmdatcls@aol.com

Assistance with Benefits and Legal Matters National Veterans Legal Services Program (NVLSP) PO Box 65762, Washington, D.C. 20035 1-202-265-8305 Website: www.nvlsp.org Email: info@nvlsp.org NVLSP provides legal information and assistance for veterans, survivors of veterans, and veteransâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; advocates who are seeking service-related VA benefits. Lawyers Serving Warriors (LSW) Website: www.LawyersServingWarriors.org Email: LawyersServing@nvlsp.org 1-202-265-8305, ext. 152 LSW is a project of National Veterans Legal Services Program that provides free legal services to U.S. military personnel and veterans who served in Iraq or Afghanistan, and who need help with disability, discharge or veterans benefits cases. Vietnam Veterans of America (VVA) 1-800-882-1316 Website: https://benefitsforum.org/Rep.aspx. VVA can connect you with a knowledgeable, supportive veteran who can guide you through the VA system. Veterans Pro Bono Consortium 701 Pennsylvania Ave., NW, Suite 131 Washington, D.C. 20004 Toll Free: 1-888-838-7727 Email: mail@vetsprobono.org Mission: Every veteran or survivor who has taken an appeal to the U.S. Court of Appeals for Veteran Claims, who has a legally credible claim, and who wishes to be represented by counsel, shall have competent representation. Urban Justice Center â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Veteran Advocacy Project

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Coco Culhane, Project Coordinator Veterans and Servicemembers Project 123 William St., 16th Floor New York, NY 10038 1-646-602-5620 Email: cculhane@urbanjustice.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/VeteranAdvocacy Veteran Advocacy provides free civil legal services to low-income veterans. We focus on providing access to housing, health care, and income to those with PTSD and other mental health issues. Veterans Legal Support Center (VLSC) The John Marshall Law School 315 S. Plymouth Court Chicago, IL 60604 1-312-427-2737 ext. 346 Website: www.jmls.edu/veterans Email: vlsc@jmls.edu The VLSC is one of the nation's first law school clinics dedicated solely to addressing the legal needs of veterans seeking their benefits from VA. GI Rights Hotline Toll Free: 1-877-447-4487 www.girightshotline.org The GI Rights Hotline provides accurate, helpful counseling and information on military discharges, AWOL and UA, and GI Rights: National Lawyers Guild (NLG) Military Law Task Force 1-415-566-3732 Website: http://www.nlgmltf.org/ The NLG assists those working on military law issues as well as military law counselors working directly with GIs. Veterans Legal Services Clinic (VLSC) 1-203-432â&#x20AC;&#x201C;4992 Yale Law Schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s VLSC assists Connecticut's veterans in a range of litigation, including VA benefits, employment and housing. The clinic's mission is to assist the most vulnerable vets. Swords to Plowshares 1060 Howard Street San Francisco, CA 94103 1-415-252-4788 Website: www.stp-sf.org Email: supportvets@stp-sf.org Swords to Plowshares provides legal assistance to lowincome veterans who are in San Francisco. The group also helps vets who are filing disability claims with the VA. It provides counseling to wounded and traumatized soldiers as well as housing and employment training. Soldiers who live outside San Francisco are encouraged to call anyway. The knowledgeable staff can direct you to assistance in your area.

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Womble Carlyle Pro Bono Veterans Project Karin Lennon 1-919-755-2100 Email: kalennon@wcsr.com Womble Carlyle assists veterans in North Carolina with the first stage of VA benefits applications. Your Congressional Representatives www.contactingthecongress.org Find your members of congress by clicking on your state on the map or by filling out the form. Call the senator's D.C. office; ask who handles veterans' issues there; then ask to speak to that person. Having a high-ranking senator and his staff working on your side can open previously closed doors and fix once broken situations. Note, though, that these people are extremely short on time. Before calling, make sure you can summarize your entire situation in 30 seconds or less, ending with the question: "Can you help me?" If you can't do it in 30 seconds, practice in front of a mirror until you can. Let the senator's veterans' advocate ask the follow-up questions. If you ramble, they will not assist you. Note: One of the first questions will be: "Do you have all of your military and VA papers, including your medical, discharge and military performance papers?" Do not call until the answer to that question is yes. Also, once you obtain your papers, never send the originals to anyone. Additional Resources The Los Angeles chapter of Volunteers of America (www.voala.org) has provided this list of organizations offering free assistance with food, housing, clothing, medical care, rehabilitation and other needs: www.joshuakors.com/listoforganizations.xls. List compiled by reporter Joshua Kors (joshua@joshuakors.com, www.joshuakors.com) with contributions from Bob Handy of Veterans United for Truth (bhandy@vuft.org, www.vuft.org); Congressman Bob Filner, former chairman of the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs; Katherine Moore of the Jewish Vocational Services of Los Angeles (KMoore@jvsla.org, www.jvsla.org); and generous Huffington Post readers.

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