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
Main Email
Phone Numbers
Main Phone
(816) 561-0304
Legal Status:
Non-Profit
Accessibility:
Accessible
Services
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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
- Kansas
- Johnson County
- Leavenworth County
- Wyandotte County
- Johnson County
- Missouri
- Cass County
- Clay County
- Jackson County
- Platte County
- Cass County
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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
- Kansas
- Johnson County
- Leavenworth County
- Wyandotte County
- Johnson County
- Missouri
- Cass County
- Clay County
- Jackson County
- Platte County
- Cass County
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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
- Kansas
- Johnson County
- Leavenworth County
- Wyandotte County
- Johnson County
- Missouri
- Cass County
- Clay County
- Jackson County
- Platte County
- Cass County
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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
- Kansas
- Johnson County
- Leavenworth County
- Wyandotte County
- Johnson County
- Missouri
- Cass County
- Clay County
- Jackson County
- Platte County
- Cass County
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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
- 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
- Missouri
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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
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
- Kansas
- Johnson County
- Leavenworth County
- Wyandotte County
- Johnson County
- Missouri
- Cass County
- Clay County
- Jackson County
- Platte County
- Cass County
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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
- Kansas
- Johnson County
- Leavenworth County
- Wyandotte County
- Johnson County
- Missouri
- Cass County
- Clay County
- Jackson County
- Platte County
- Cass County
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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
- Kansas
- Johnson County
- Leavenworth County
- Wyandotte County
- Johnson County
- Missouri
- Cass County
- Clay County
- Jackson County
- Platte County
- Cass County
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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
- Missouri
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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
- Kansas
- Johnson County
- Leavenworth County
- Wyandotte County
- Johnson County
- Missouri
- Cass County
- Clay County
- Jackson County
- Platte County
- Cass County
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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
- Kansas
- Johnson County
- Leavenworth County
- Wyandotte County
- Johnson County
- Missouri
- Cass County
- Clay County
- Jackson County
- Platte County
- Cass County
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