The Whole Person

Address

3710 Main St
Kansas City, MO 64111

(816) 561-0304

www.thewholeperson.org

AKA:

TWP

Description:

The Whole Person is a private, non-residential, non-profit organization providing a full range of community-based services and referrals for people with disabilities. As a Center for Independent Living, The Whole Person offers programs and services in five core service areas: independent living skills training, information and referral, individual and systems advocacy, the transition of individuals from institutions to the community and transition of youth to adulthood, and peer mentoring. Many programs and services fall within these core areas, including employment services, youth services, personal attendant services, programs for people who are Blind/Low Vision or Deaf/Hard of Hearing, and much more. The organization also offers Home Health Care.

Handicap Accessible?

Yes

Is Shelter?

No

Date of Official Change:

September 26, 2024

Employer ID:

431157083

Address Listings

Physical (Primary)

3710 Main St
Kansas City, MO 64111

Contacts

Natalie Holmgren

Primary Contact

Marketing and Communications Manager

Update Contact

(816) 214-9734

nholmgren@thewholeperson.org

Phone Numbers

Main Phone

(816) 561-0304

Legal Status:

Non-Profit

Accessibility:

Accessible

Description

Provides and supports personal, peer, systems, and legal advocacy for clients. TWP also works in the community to raise awareness of disabilities and to ensure universal access.

Hours

M-F 8am-5pm

Required Documents

None

Eligibility

Any person with a disability

Fees

None

Intake Procedure

Call or visit location

Languages

Spanish, American Sign Language & VP. Other languages may be accommodated..

Service Area

Cass, Clay, Jackson and Platte Counties in MO; Johnson, Leavenworth & Wyandotte Counties in KS

Geography Served

    If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

  • Kansas
    • Johnson County
      • Leavenworth County
        • Wyandotte County
        • Missouri
          • Cass County
            • Clay County
              • Jackson County
                • Platte County
                Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (FP-0500) and related services within the Service Tree.

                Description

                The Whole Person is categorized as a Center for Independent Living. They offer non-residential programs and services in five core service areas: independent living skills training, information and referral, individual and systems advocacy, the transition of individuals from institutions to the community and transition of youth to adulthood, and peer mentoring.

                Hours

                M-F 8am-5pm

                Required Documents

                None

                Eligibility

                Any person with a disability

                Fees

                Fees are not required for most programs and services.

                Intake Procedure

                Call or visit location

                Languages

                Spanish, American Sign Language & VP. Other languages may be accommodated.

                Service Area

                Cass, Clay, Jackson and Platte Counties in MO; Johnson, Leavenworth & Wyandotte Counties in KS

                Geography Served

                  If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                • Kansas
                  • Johnson County
                    • Leavenworth County
                      • Wyandotte County
                      • Missouri
                        • Cass County
                          • Clay County
                            • Jackson County
                              • Platte County
                              Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (LR-1550) and related services within the Service Tree.

                              Description

                              Offers a variety of peer support groups. As of the summer of 2024, groups include Blindness Low Vision Experience, Brain Injury Peer Support Group, Deaf Peer Social and Support Group, Life with SCI/D, Mental Health Peer Mentoring Group, DIY Life Skills, and TWP Getting Social.

                              Hours

                              M-F 8am-5pm

                              Required Documents

                              None

                              Eligibility

                              No Restrictions

                              Fees

                              None

                              Intake Procedure

                              Call or visit website

                              Languages

                              Spanish, American Sign Language & VP. Other languages may be accommodated.

                              Service Area

                              Cass, Clay, Jackson and Platte Counties in MO; Johnson, Leavenworth & Wyandotte Counties in KS

                              Geography Served

                                If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                              • Kansas
                                • Johnson County
                                  • Leavenworth County
                                    • Wyandotte County
                                    • Missouri
                                      • Cass County
                                        • Clay County
                                          • Jackson County
                                            • Platte County
                                            Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (PN-8100.3000) and related services within the Service Tree.

                                            Description

                                            Offers individualized instruction to perform day-to-day activities and reduce the need of support from family or other caregivers. Also includes Employment Services, Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services, Youth Services and more.

                                            Hours

                                            M-F 8am-5pm

                                            Required Documents

                                            None

                                            Eligibility

                                            Any person with a disability

                                            Fees

                                            None

                                            Intake Procedure

                                            Call or visit location

                                            Languages

                                            Spanish, American Sign Language & VP. Other languages may be accommodated.

                                            Service Area

                                            Cass, Clay, Jackson & Platte Counties in MO; Johnson, Leavenworth & Wyandotte Counties in KS

                                            Geography Served

                                              If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                                            • Kansas
                                              • Johnson County
                                                • Leavenworth County
                                                  • Wyandotte County
                                                  • Missouri
                                                    • Cass County
                                                      • Clay County
                                                        • Jackson County
                                                          • Platte County
                                                          Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (LR-3200) and related services within the Service Tree.

                                                          Description

                                                          Provides case management and assistance securing Medicaid funds to help people move from a nursing home into the community of their choice.

                                                          Hours

                                                          M-F 8am-5pm

                                                          Required Documents

                                                          None

                                                          Eligibility

                                                          Medicaid; must be a current resident of a skilled nursing facility for 60 continuous days

                                                          Fees

                                                          None

                                                          Intake Procedure

                                                          Call for appointment

                                                          Languages

                                                          Spanish, American Sign Language & VP. Other languages may be accommodated.

                                                          Service Area

                                                          Missouri

                                                          Geography Served

                                                            If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                                                          • Missouri
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                                                            Description

                                                            The Whole Person provides payroll and case management services for personal care attendants (PCAs) who are hired by individuals with physical disabilities. (CDS-Consumer Directed Services in MO; HCBS-Home and Community-Based Services in KS) Missouri In-Home Care is a related program offered by The Whole Person that provides PCAs for people with significant disabilities who are unable to hire and manage their own PCA.

                                                            Hours

                                                            M-F 8am-5pm

                                                            Required Documents

                                                            Call for info

                                                            Eligibility

                                                            Missouri Medicaid or KanCare (Kansas Medicaid)

                                                            Fees

                                                            None

                                                            Intake Procedure

                                                            Call or visit location

                                                            Languages

                                                            Spanish, American Sign Language & VP. Other languages may be accommodated.

                                                            Service Area

                                                            Cass, Clay, Jackson and Platte Counties in MO; Johnson, Leavenworth & Wyandotte Counties in KS

                                                            Geography Served

                                                              If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                                                            • Missouri
                                                              Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (PH-3300.6500) and related services within the Service Tree.

                                                              Special Notes/Funding

                                                              THIS SERVICE WILL BE MADE INACTIVE AT LEAST FOR THIS YEAR. IF THE SERVICE IS REINSTATED AT TWP, I'LL RE-ADD THEM IN 2025. 9/26/2024 LP

                                                              Description

                                                              The Whole Person's adaptive sports & recreation program offers archery, power soccer, tennis, track and field, and more, including activities such as tandem bicycling for those with low vision or blindness. They work with participants to overcome physical, sensory and cognitive challenges in a supportive environment.

                                                              Hours

                                                              M-F 8am-5pm

                                                              Required Documents

                                                              None

                                                              Eligibility

                                                              Any person with a disability

                                                              Fees

                                                              None

                                                              Intake Procedure

                                                              Call or visit location

                                                              Languages

                                                              Spanish, American Sign Language & TTY. Other languages may be accommodated.

                                                              Service Area

                                                              Cass, Clay, Jackson and Platte Counties in MO; Johnson, Leavenworth & Wyandotte Counties in KS

                                                              Geography Served

                                                              None

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                                                              Description

                                                              Provides sign language instruction for individuals, businesses, and other groups. Sign language classes are offered for the general community.

                                                              Hours

                                                              M-F 8am-5pm

                                                              Required Documents

                                                              None

                                                              Eligibility

                                                              Interest in learning sign language

                                                              Fees

                                                              None

                                                              Intake Procedure

                                                              Call or visit location

                                                              Languages

                                                              Spanish, American Sign Language & VP. Other languages may be accommodated.

                                                              Service Area

                                                              Cass, Clay, Jackson and Platte Counties in MO; Johnson, Leavenworth & Wyandotte Counties in KS

                                                              Geography Served

                                                                If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                                                              • Kansas
                                                                • Johnson County
                                                                  • Leavenworth County
                                                                    • Wyandotte County
                                                                    • Missouri
                                                                      • Cass County
                                                                        • Clay County
                                                                          • Jackson County
                                                                            • Platte County
                                                                            Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (PH-3500.8000) and related services within the Service Tree.

                                                                            Description

                                                                            Benefits specialists can consult with clients about applications and/or appeals for Social Security Disability. A Work Incentive Practitioner will refer you to a Disability Attorney should an appeal be the next course of action.

                                                                            Hours

                                                                            M-F 8am-4pm

                                                                            Required Documents

                                                                            Photo ID, SS number

                                                                            Eligibility

                                                                            No Restrictions

                                                                            Fees

                                                                            None

                                                                            Intake Procedure

                                                                            Call for appointment

                                                                            Languages

                                                                            Spanish, American Sign Language & VP. Other languages may be accommodated.

                                                                            Service Area

                                                                            Cass, Clay, Jackson and Platte Counties in MO; Johnson, Leavenworth & Wyandotte Counties in KS

                                                                            Geography Served

                                                                              If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                                                                            • Kansas
                                                                              • Johnson County
                                                                                • Leavenworth County
                                                                                  • Wyandotte County
                                                                                  • Missouri
                                                                                    • Cass County
                                                                                      • Clay County
                                                                                        • Jackson County
                                                                                          • Platte County
                                                                                          Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (NS-1800.8000) and related services within the Service Tree.

                                                                                          Description

                                                                                          Information & referral specialists answer questions, provide information about The Whole Person's programs and services, and make referrals to Kansas City area resources that may assist people with disabilities in achieving independent living.

                                                                                          Hours

                                                                                          M-F 8am-5pm

                                                                                          Required Documents

                                                                                          None

                                                                                          Eligibility

                                                                                          Need for information & referral pertaining to disabilities

                                                                                          Fees

                                                                                          None

                                                                                          Intake Procedure

                                                                                          Call or visit location. Information about community resources can be provided over the phone.

                                                                                          Languages

                                                                                          Spanish, American Sign Language & VP. Other languages may be accommodated.

                                                                                          Service Area

                                                                                          Cass, Clay, Jackson and Platte Counties in MO; Johnson, Leavenworth & Wyandotte Counties in KS

                                                                                          Geography Served

                                                                                            If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                                                                                          • Kansas
                                                                                            • Johnson County
                                                                                              • Leavenworth County
                                                                                                • Wyandotte County
                                                                                                • Missouri
                                                                                                  • Cass County
                                                                                                    • Clay County
                                                                                                      • Jackson County
                                                                                                        • Platte County
                                                                                                        Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (TJ-3000.8000) and related services within the Service Tree.

                                                                                                        Description

                                                                                                        The Telecommunications Access Program (TAP) provides specialized telephone equipment, such as amplified and hands free phones.

                                                                                                        Hours

                                                                                                        M-F 8am-5pm

                                                                                                        Required Documents

                                                                                                        None

                                                                                                        Eligibility

                                                                                                        Income guidelines; Disability; Can apply for new equipment every 4 years.

                                                                                                        Fees

                                                                                                        None

                                                                                                        Intake Procedure

                                                                                                        Call for information

                                                                                                        Languages

                                                                                                        Spanish, American Sign Language & VP. Other languages may be accommodated.

                                                                                                        Service Area

                                                                                                        Missouri

                                                                                                        Geography Served

                                                                                                          If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                                                                                                        • Missouri
                                                                                                          Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (LH-0600.8180) and related services within the Service Tree.

                                                                                                          Description

                                                                                                          Offers supported employment for the community.

                                                                                                          Hours

                                                                                                          M-F 8am-5pm

                                                                                                          Required Documents

                                                                                                          None

                                                                                                          Eligibility

                                                                                                          Any person with a significant disability

                                                                                                          Fees

                                                                                                          None

                                                                                                          Intake Procedure

                                                                                                          Call or visit location

                                                                                                          Languages

                                                                                                          Spanish, American Sign Language & VP. Other languages may be accommodated.

                                                                                                          Service Area

                                                                                                          Cass, Clay, Jackson & Platte Counties in MO; Johnson, Leavenworth & Wyandotte Counties in KS

                                                                                                          Geography Served

                                                                                                            If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                                                                                                          • Kansas
                                                                                                            • Johnson County
                                                                                                              • Leavenworth County
                                                                                                                • Wyandotte County
                                                                                                                • Missouri
                                                                                                                  • Cass County
                                                                                                                    • Clay County
                                                                                                                      • Jackson County
                                                                                                                        • Platte County
                                                                                                                        Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (ND-6500.8120) and related services within the Service Tree.

                                                                                                                        Description

                                                                                                                        The video phone allows people with hearing loss to make phone calls, i.e.: video to video or video to text.

                                                                                                                        Hours

                                                                                                                        M-F 8am-5pm

                                                                                                                        Required Documents

                                                                                                                        None

                                                                                                                        Eligibility

                                                                                                                        Hearing loss or deafness

                                                                                                                        Fees

                                                                                                                        None

                                                                                                                        Intake Procedure

                                                                                                                        Must make appointment to use Video Phone

                                                                                                                        Languages

                                                                                                                        Spanish, American Sign Language & VP. Other languages may be accommodated.

                                                                                                                        Service Area

                                                                                                                        Cass, Clay, Jackson and Platte Counties in MO; Johnson, Leavenworth & Wyandotte Counties in KS

                                                                                                                        Geography Served

                                                                                                                          If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                                                                                                                        • Kansas
                                                                                                                          • Johnson County
                                                                                                                            • Leavenworth County
                                                                                                                              • Wyandotte County
                                                                                                                              • Missouri
                                                                                                                                • Cass County
                                                                                                                                  • Clay County
                                                                                                                                    • Jackson County
                                                                                                                                      • Platte County
                                                                                                                                      Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (PH-3500.8500) and related services within the Service Tree.

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