• What is CLASS?

  CLASS believes everyone deserves the opportunity to live a rewarding, fulfilling, and meaningful life, and that having a developmental disability does not diminish the desire or right to pursue this dream, it simply makes the journey more challenging.

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Assisting Individuals with Disabilities Along Life’s Journey

• Where are CLASS service centers located?

  CLASS operates five service centers in four counties in addition to the Administrative Office. Please Click Here to see our Locations.

• What if I want a job in the community?

  CLASS would be happy to assist you to find and maintain a paid community employment opportunity. CLASS uses an assessment tool called Profile for Individualized Employment, or PIE, to closely assess an individual’s skills, interests, and abilities in order to find the best employment opportunity for that individual.

• Can I receive Targeted Case Management services if I am on the waiting list?

  Yes, you can receive Targeted Case Management services while you are on the waiting list. TCM services can be provided to an individual through his or her KanCare medical card, or by paying for the service privately. Case managers can assess the individual’s needs and complete referrals to generate other community services (i.e. assistive technology, vocational rehabilitation services, etc.).

• What is a home-and-community-based services (HCBS) waiver?

  A home-and-community-based services (HCBS) waiver helps to provide for needed services for people with intellectual or other developmental disabilities.

• Who is eligible to receive Shared Living services?

  Adult (over 18) individuals can receive Shared Living services if they receive funding at a daily residential rate. For more information about eligibility, contact Chris Dial 620-231-3131 or 800-479-0259 (toll free).