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MOCIL 2026
Advocating for Independent Living at the Missouri State Capitol
The Whole Person advocates at the Missouri State Capitol for Independent Living services, highlighting MOCIL Day, budget progress, and the importance of continued disability support funding.
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Winners from the 2024 Pickleball and Cornhole Tournament
Come Join Us at The Whole Person
Join events at The Whole Person in Kansas City and be part of a welcoming community that celebrates independence, connection, and inclusion through meaningful experiences.
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The Whole Person advocation for the CAS Bill in Jefferson City
Advancing Communication Access in Missouri: Advocating for the CAS Bill
The Whole Person advocates for Missouri’s CAS bill to improve communication access for Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and Deafblind individuals statewide.
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Transportation Options for People with Disabilities in the Kansas City Area
Learn about disability transportation services in Kansas City, including RideKC buses, ADA paratransit eligibility, Medicaid NEMT, and how The Whole Person can help.
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Our History: Independence Built by the Community, for the Community
For decades, The Whole Person has advanced independence and advocacy in Kansas City. Learn how our history as a Center for Independent Living guides our work today.
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Low Vision Awareness Month: Seeing Accessibility Through a Wider Lens
Low Vision Awareness Month raises awareness, improves accessibility, and connects people with low vision to resources, advocacy, and support at The Whole Person.
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We’re Hiring: Help Us Care for Our Community Where It Matters Most
The Whole Person is urgently hiring Home Health professionals and other roles in Kansas City. Join a mission driven team helping people live independently with dignity and care.
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Supporting Independence Starts With You
Support independence, dignity, and choice for people with disabilities in Kansas City. Learn how donating to The Whole Person helps strengthen our community and create lasting impact.
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Reflecting on 2025: A Year of Growth and Impact in Kansas City
As 2025 comes to a close, we want to celebrate what we’ve accomplished together in the Kansas City metro.
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Giving the Gift of Communication this Holiday Season
To make your holiday giving more meaningful or to give something that lasts longer than a toy, consider donating to The Whole Family Project. Even a single tutoring session could change a child’s ability...
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