Resources

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What Happens When You Contact The Whole Person for the First Time?
Not sure where to start? Learn what happens when you contact The Whole Person and how we can help you understand disability services, resources, and support options.
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What Is a Center for Independent Living?
Learn what a Center for Independent Living is, how the Independent Living movement began, and how The Whole Person helps individuals with disabilities live independently through advocacy, resources, and...
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5 Home Modifications That Can Prevent Falls
Learn about five home modifications that can help prevent falls, improve accessibility, and support independent living for older adults and people with disabilities.
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How to Stay Independent After a Hospital Stay
Learn practical ways to maintain independence after a hospital stay, including home safety, recovery planning, and available support services.
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What Independent Living Really Means
Learn what independent living really means, why it is centered on choice and self-determination, and how support services help individuals thrive in their communities.
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What Happens If Your CDS or HCBS Hours Are Reduced?
Learn what to do if your CDS or HCBS hours are reduced, including understanding reassessments, appeal options, documentation, and how to protect your independence.
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CDS vs Agency Care: Which Is Right for You?
Learn the differences between Consumer Directed Services (CDS) and agency care, including the benefits, responsibilities, and how to choose the right option for your needs.
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What to Expect During a Medicaid In-Home Assessment
Learn what to expect during a Medicaid in-home assessment, including common questions, how to prepare, and how the process helps determine eligibility for support services.
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Employment Is About More Than a Paycheck
Discover how Kansas City businesses and organizations are creating meaningful employment opportunities for people with disabilities while building a stronger and more inclusive community.
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Expanding Access Through Assistive Technology with David Baker
Access to technology can be life-changing when the right tools are in place. David Baker from Missouri Assistive Technology shares how assistive technology supports independence, digital access, and opportunity...
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