Kansas Benefits Guide for Individuals with IDD

A central guide to education, benefits, healthcare, employment, waivers, and daily living supports for Kansans with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families.

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Explore the sections below to find the benefits, services, and supports most relevant to your family’s needs.

Education & School Supports

Early intervention, IEPs, 504 Plans, transition planning, graduation pathways, extended school services, postsecondary options, and financial aid.

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Social Security & Cash Benefits

Benefits SSI, SSDI, representative payees, work incentives, and planning for age 18 transitions.

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Employment & Work Supports

Working Healthy, STEPS, WORK, Vocational Rehabilitation, Ticket to Work, Trial Work Period, and PASS.

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Healthcare Coverage

Private insurance, KanCare, EPSDT, CHIP, SHCN, and D-SNP options.

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Caregiver, Aging & Respite Supports

Respite care, ADRC support, caregiver referrals, and dementia-related coordination options.

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HCBS Waivers & Long-Term Services

Kansas waiver programs, eligibility, waitlists, and how to begin services.

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Housing, Food & Basic Needs

Section 8, SNAP, TANF, LIEAP, and other income-based supports.

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Resources & Quick Links

Agency contacts, applications, forms, and external resources.

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  • Start with Education & School Supports

  • Review Social Security & Cash Benefits

  • Visit Employment & Work Supports

  • Explore HCBS Waivers

  • See Housing, Food & Basic Needs