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.
Helping Individuals Stay Ahead
Ability KC offers a number of different disability education services in Kansas City and training opportunities for children, adolescents, and adults.
In addition to our therapeutic preschool, we also serve patients and their families through educational and vocational services to assist children with a wide range of diagnoses, conditions, and disabilities. Through our advanced treatments and approaches, we help individuals support their educational goals and reach their potential.
Our Capabilities
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Re-hospitalization rate (11% below the national average)
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Over 3,000 patients and families served annually
$5 Million
$5 million in uncompensated, at-cost services for under-resourced individuals and families.
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Medical and vocational professionals
Program Handbook
Get more details about our disability education services in Kansas City and other programs offered through Ability KC by reading through one of our available program handbooks.
Our Process
What You Can Expect
Our Approach to Disability Education Services in Kansas City
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Case Management serves as a liaison between the insurance provider, medical team, and the patient. Our case managers serve as patient advocates and guide individuals and families throughout their journey at Ability KC. They’ll be able to connect you with the appropriate care team based on your specific challenges and your individual goals.
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Ability KC outpatient medical rehabilitation programs utilize an on-staff teacher. These instructors work as a liaison between families and schools including tutoring, school re-entry, and advocacy. Our team will meet with individuals and families to identify their educational challenges and recommend treatments and programs that will aid their educational goals.
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Our services don’t end once a person completes their treatment program. Even when patients and families accomplish all of their care goals and reach their desired milestones, we’ll always be here as a resource to help guide them through the next phases of their lives.
Our Approach
Ability KC takes an integrated approach to our care services and disability care in Kansas City.
Our team will work with individuals to develop a care plan that can include intensive outpatient rehabilitation services, goal-based group therapies, and interest-based resources.
People We Serve
Children
Ability KC offers pediatric disability services for young children suffering from both congenital and acquired disabilities, while also working closely with their families. Services include our outpatient medical rehabilitation program, therapeutic preschool, summer programming, and much more.
Adolescents
Adolescent teens and young adults have needs that differ from those of younger children. Ability KC offers a number of unique services to help them as they transition and prepare for adulthood.
Adults
A broad range of adult outpatient medical rehabilitation services are available through Ability KC, including traditional outpatient therapy services and our Adult Day Hospital Program. All of our care plans are tailored to the individual’s unique needs and goals and can include intensive rehab, goal-based group therapies, and interest-based services.
Seniors
Senior services at Ability KC take a comprehensive approach to support aging adults—helping them remain actively engaged in both their personal and professional lives, as well as within their communities.
A Better Tomorrow Starts Here
Start your journey with Ability KC by using our online therapy planning tool, or feel free to reach out to our team regarding any questions or comments you may have.
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Case Study
Geni
Twelve years ago, Geni began a lifelong partnership with the experts at Ability KC.
At 5 years old she was bitten by a tick which rapidly and unexpectedly became septic and led to encephalitis, an inflammation in her brain. After graduating from Ability KC’s Pediatric Outpatient Medical Rehabilitation program, she continued to return to services each year for outpatient therapies and specialized summer programming.
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Case Study
Sadie
After having more than 100 seizures each day, Sadie was diagnosed with a rare neurological disorder called Rasmussen’s Encephalitis.
Sadie then began physical, occupational, and speech therapy at Ability KC and developed new goals that include crawling, walking, eating, and communicating.
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Case Study
Onna
After suffering from a virus that left her in a coma, Onna came to Ability KC for outpatient medical rehabilitation services in order to relearn to walk, talk and read.
After progressing and reaching every goal and milestone from therapy, Onna started working with the Ability KC employment services team to help her build skills.
Benefits of Education & Training
Effectiveness
100% of adolescents and 89% of children, as well as their families, were satisfied with the outcomes they achieved while participating in Ability KC’s Adolescent Programs.
Personalization
We strive to provide all patients with educational and treatment environments that are completely tailored to individual client needs throughout their continuum of care.
Care
Ability KC offers a highly trained staff and programs that reflect a respectful, compassionate commitment to both individuals and their families.
Meet the Ability KC Team
The staff at Ability KC are highly qualified professionals who are passionate about helping people of all ages achieve their unique goals.
Each member of our team is committed to providing the highest level of care and to helping patients reach their full potential.
Frequently Asked Questions
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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.
Learn More About Ability KC
With a rich history that spans over 75 years, Ability KC has provided services that have helped change and shape the lives of thousands.
Our organization is proud to serve over 3,000 individuals with disabilities and their families annually, and we’ll continue to work tirelessly to help the members of our community reach their greatest potential.
