All therapy appointments are scheduled on the hour for 53 min. In the event a therapist sees you after the hour has begun, you will still receive the full 53 min treatment session.
Frequently Asked Questions
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If you arrive late for your physical therapy session, you may not receive the full 53 minutes of the allotted time.
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The first day of your physical therapy program is spent getting to know more about you and your abilities. Based on your needs, you will meet with different members of your care team.
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Caregivers are welcome to visit on the first day to address questions or concerns and discuss goals. After the first day, caregivers are always welcome, but are not required to attend.
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Clients working with Ability KC industries complete projects to assist companies with their production needs. For more than 30 years, we have partnered with local companies to meet their business needs while providing hundreds of adults with disabilities a sense of community, lifelong relationships and meaningful employment through Ability KC Industries.
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The job placement rate of individuals participating in employment services programs is currently 58%, with 68% of those individuals retaining a job after 90 days.
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Yes, Ability KC’s employment teams partner with local businesses to help high school students living with disabilities prepare for their future as they transition into adulthood. These programs build critical work skills and offer paid work experience along with unique learning opportunities.
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Among the 600+ individuals who have received neuropsychology services, 97% of patients felt that counseling was a critical piece of their care plan and 93% would recommend Ability KC’s services to others.
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The first day of your neuropsychology program is spent getting to know more about you and your abilities. Based on your needs, you will meet with different members of your care team.
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Aquatic therapy is a program that involves using our state-of-the-art pool to help improve balance, circulation, core stability, endurance, flexibility, motor planning, muscular tone, posture, and strength. Exercises may be modified for all ability levels, from slow and gentle to dynamic in movement. Aquatic therapy is available as a treatment method for both children and adults in the Ability KC outpatient medical rehabilitation program.
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If your child will be absent from an appointment for disability education services in Kansas City at Ability KC, please contact us at 816-756-0780.
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If your child is to receive speech therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, aquatic therapy, or Applied Behavioral Analysis, they will typically receive these services throughout the school day. Therapies may occur inside the classroom or in therapy treatment areas.
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Ability KC offers 4 summer programs designed for helping children and adolescents from ages 2 to 19 achieve various milestones and outcomes.
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Tuition may be paid privately, through state subsidy, state assistance or by Early Head Start funding.
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Ability KC accepts most major Insurance providers including Medicaid. We will seek to negotiate individual agreements with United Health Care and United Health Community Plans.
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Notification for school closings are announced on local news stations in addition to automated messages sent to the number of your choice.
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If your child receives medical rehabilitation services and you will be late, please notify our social worker at 816.751.7714. Before and after care can be arranged if needed, at an additional cost.
If your child is enrolled at the therapeutic preschool and you are late to pickup, a fee of $15 will be applied for the first 10 minutes. After the first 10 minutes a fee of $1 per minute will be charged until you pick your child.
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No. You may drop your child off 20 minutes prior to his/her appointment and pick them up at the end of their appointment. You are welcome to wait in one of the family waiting areas if you do not wish to leave the building. Utilizing the family waiting areas helps us keep our spaces safe for those transitioning between therapies.
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Outpatient Medical Rehabilitation
Adults and children participating in Outpatient Medical Rehabilitation programs have the option to bring their lunch, use the Company Kitchen located at Ability KC or order from nearby restaurants. A refrigerator and microwave are available if you wish to pack a lunch. Please let staff known if you have any known food allergies.
Therapeutic Preschool
Children enrolled in a full day will receive breakfast, lunch, and an afternoon snack. In limited circumstances, children may bring lunch from home. Ability KC participates in the Eat Smart initiative with the state of Missouri. The focus is on healthy eating and physical activity.
Employment Services
Lunch is not provided.
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Medical Rehabilitation
The first day is spent getting to more about you and your abilities. Based on your need, you will meet with physical, occupational, and speech therapist as well as nursing staff, case managers, social workers, and teachers.
Caregivers are welcomed to be present on the first day to address questions or concerns and discuss goals. After the first day, caregivers are always welcome, but not required to attend.
Therapeutic Preschool
Please bring your insurance card, equipment or braces that you are currently using, medications, and any special dietary or medical needs, change of clothes and diapers.
Employment Services
Please bring your work history, a resume if you have one, two references and your Photo ID and Social Security card. The first day is spent completing admissions paperwork and completing your Employment Plan.
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Adult Medical Rehabilitation
If you are receiving medical rehabilitation services, please contact us at 816-751-7700.
Therapeutic Preschool
If your child will be absent, please contact us at 816-756-0780.
Employment Services
Please contact your employment specialist directly.
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Children and adults will be assigned a primary therapist for each therapy service they are receiving. Occasionally, he or she may be seen by therapists other than their primary therapist. This allows opportunities for a variety of treatment strategies, always working toward the same goal.
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All appointments are scheduled on the hour for 53 min. Due to your needs; therapists may see you for your therapy session, after the hour. Please be assured if the therapist sees you after the hour, you will still receive the full 53 min treatment session. If you arrive late you may not receive a full session.
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