Disability Community
This reference guide highlights opportunities for individuals with disabilities to find their community right here in KC. We hope you feel at home here and encourage you to explore these available resources, amenities and opportunities.
children and adults under the age of 65 with a disability living in the KC region.
Source: U.S. Census, 2023
Resources for Children
Variety Children’s Charity of Greater Kansas City
Provides children with developmental disabilities adaptive equipment and opportunities for activity and inclusion.
Inclusive Playground Guide
This guide by Variety KC maps out accessible playgrounds in the KC region.
Missouri Parents Act
A parent training and information center with a mission to empower families to advocate for themselves so that children with special needs can reach their full potential.
Families Together Inc.
Supports families with children who have disabilities with resources to empower and aid their well-being.
Resources for Adults
Center for Disability Inclusion
A national organization that also assists KC area companies in expanding and improving disability inclusion efforts within the workplace. Its online job board helps individuals with disabilities by providing ways to connect with businesses that are leaders in disability inclusion practices.
The Whole Person
Connecting people with disabilities to the resources they need by supporting independent choice and advocating for positive change in the community.