35th Anniversary Celebration of the ADA
Join us as we celebrate the 35th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act! This fun and inclusive event honors the strength, diversity, and progress of the disability community. Enjoy free food and drinks, play games, and enter our raffles for a chance to win amazing prizes—including gift cards to local favorites like Kelly’s Westport Inn, Heirloom Bakery, and Charlie Hustle, plus tickets to the KC Zoo, Science City, the Planetarium, and more! This celebration is open to all—come be part of it!
Basic ASL Workshop
Learn Basic American Sign Language! The Whole Person is excited to once again offer our Basic ASL Workshop to the public. Join us on Thursday, July 24, from 2-3 PM in the Community Room at The Whole Person for an engaging and immersive experience in American Sign Language. This workshop includes: – Total immersion into ASL, designed for beginners.– Instruction tailored to practical signs for everyday use.– Opportunities to practice ASL with fellow participants and the instructor. With over 11 million Deaf individuals in the U.S. and more than 10,000 in the Greater Kansas City area, this is a fantastic chance to connect with and support the Deaf community. Details: Cost: $10 per personSpots available: [sold out]
Midwest Ability Summit
Join us at the Midwest Ability Summit to discover more about The Whole Person and the services we offer to the community. We will be there to provide information, answer your questions, and discuss our various programs designed to support and empower individuals with disabilities. Date: August 9, 2025Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PMLocation: Overland Park Convention Center For More Information: Ability Summit Website
The Whole Classic 2025
The Whole Person is partnering with Chicken N Pickle in Overland Park to host the 5th annual Pickleball and Cornhole tournament. The Whole Classic, formerly known as The Big Dill Classic, will be held on Sunday, August 3rd, from 4 to 7 pm.
Spring 2025 Basic ASL Class
Register for this 6 week course to learn ASL at The Whole Person.
Basic ASL Workshop
Learn Basic American Sign Language! For the first time, The Whole Person is excited to offer our Basic ASL Workshop to the public! Join us on Wednesday, February 5th, 2025, from 2:00–3:15 PM in the Community Room at The Whole Person for an engaging and immersive experience in American Sign Language. This workshop includes: – Total immersion into ASL, designed for beginners.– Instruction tailored to practical signs for everyday use.– Opportunities to practice ASL with fellow participants and the instructor. With over 11 million Deaf individuals in the U.S. and more than 10,000 in the Greater Kansas City area, this is a fantastic chance to connect with and support the Deaf community. Details: Cost: $10 per personSpots available: 12 (register early to secure your spot!) Reserve your spot today and start learning a language that helps you connect and make a difference!
Disability Rights Legislative Day 2025
Join advocates from across the state for an exciting day of advocacy and relationship building.
Planting Independence
This program provides assistance with general yard clean-up to consumers who receive services, or are in any of our programs, that own or rent their homes.