Resources

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When Is It Time to Consider In-Home Care?
Learn the signs that it may be time to consider in-home support, including safety concerns, daily challenges, and how to maintain independence at home.
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Grandma uses a walker to move into her new home with her family
How to Apply for Consumer Directed Services in Missouri
Learn how to apply for Consumer Directed Services (CDS) in Missouri, including eligibility requirements, the application process, and how to hire your own caregiver.
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Woman in medical scrubs laughing with Senior man.
The Differences Between In-Home Care, Home Health Care, and CDS and HCBS Programs
Learn the differences between Help at Home, Home Health, CDS, and HCBS programs. Understand eligibility, services, and how to choose the right support in Kansas City.
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From Advocacy to Action: How Consumers Can Get Involved in 2026
Learn how to get involved in disability advocacy in Missouri in 2026, including Day at the Capitol and independent living advocacy opportunities in Kansas City.
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Wheelchair user boarding an accessible van with assistance from a transportation staff member.
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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Happy handicapped black guy in wheelchair talking to his girlfriend at park
Disability Etiquette: Why It Matters and Why Kindness Is Not Optional
Disability etiquette is about respect, dignity, and equal treatment. Learn how small actions and everyday interactions can create inclusion and remove barriers.
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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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Adult granddaguhter supporting her senior grandmother when taking her for walk with walker in park in summer.
What Is Personal Care Assistance? A Complete Guide to Daily Living Support
Understand personal care assistance, daily living support, and consumer directed services that help individuals live safely and independently at home.
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