Johnson County Housing Services

05/21/2026

🏠🔨Contractors---grow your business while making a difference contact [email protected] and apply today! 📧

🌻Johnson County Housing Services is seeking general contractors, electricians, plumbers and more to join our repair programs. We provide assistance to qualifying homeowners in need of home repairs. 🏠

⁉️If you want to learn more about this opportunity visit the link in the comments below. 👇

05/11/2026

🎉Congratulations to Mr. Robert Parker III for successfully completing the Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS) program facilitated through Housing Services.

Despite setbacks, Robert pushed forward to complete his certifications in Nutrition, Chronic Disease, Health Promotion and EKG Technician.

FSS Coordinator Courtney Collins stated, “I am very proud of this graduate as he continues to move forward with his education.”

Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS) is a voluntary program for participants in the Housing Choice Voucher Program. Each participant creates a five-year plan that includes employment goals and identifies training or educational needs.

If you want to learn more about this program visit the link in the comments below. 👇

05/06/2026

🏠 Our 2025 Housing Services Annual Report is now available on our website! Throughout 2025, we expanded supportive services, strengthened landlord partnerships, provided critical home repair assistance, and helped families across Johnson County access safe, stable, affordable housing.

Explore the stories, data, and impact behind our work 👇
🔗 https://www.jocogov.org/department/housing-services/housing-services-annual-reports

04/29/2026

Volunteers – a group of people who freely offer to take part in an enterprise or undertake a task. We are truly honored and so grateful for the recognition! We want to thank the Board of County Commissioners for their support and leadership in these efforts! 🏡🛠️🪚🫶

04/27/2026

🏠 Housing policy works better when the people living it have a seat at the table.

Whether you're a renter, a former renter, or a landlord — KHAN wants to hear what's working, what's not, and what needs to change.

⏱️ 10 minutes of your time can help move the needle on housing stability across Kansas.

📋 Take the survey. 🔁 Share it with someone who should, too.
👉 https://redcap.jocogov.org/surveys/?s=W7J78D7D3W9WLEHW

Kansas renters and landlords—we want to hear from you.

The Kansas Housing Advocacy Network (KHAN) is launching a statewide survey to better understand what’s happening in our housing system—and how we can improve it together.

🏠 Takes about 10 minutes
📊 Helps shape real policy solutions
🤝 Designed for current and former Kansas renters and landlords

Add your voice and help build a stronger, more stable housing future for Kansas. 👉https://redcap.jocogov.org/surveys/?s=W7J78D7D3W9WLEHW

04/23/2026

We celebrated Employee Appreciation Day yesterday with bowling, food, and a lot of fun. 🎳🌻 It was a great chance to step away from the day‑to‑day and recognize the work our team does to support Johnson County residents.

We also highlighted the winning pitches from our recent Shark Tank event.💡🏆Staff shared creative, thoughtful ideas to strengthen our programs, improve processes, and continue building services that meet the needs of our community. 💛✨

04/17/2026

Stay safe and be prepared! 🌩🌧

Due to this afternoon’s weather, some county offices may adjust their staffing levels or office hours. Those looking to access county services in person can call ahead to verify if services are available.
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Severe Weather is headed toward Johnson County, KS and the KC Metro area. Now is the ideal moment to revisit your severe weather plans and ensure you're equipped to protect yourself. ➡ bit.ly/3xkFOCb

As a reminder, power is controlled by your energy provider, not the county or your city. Contact your service provider for updates regarding power outages.

School districts make decisions about delays or cancellations. Stay updated through their communication channels.

04/15/2026

Yesterday’s State of the County brought great energy, updates, and meaningful connections.🌻🏛️

Our team attended the event and heard directly from Chairman of the Board of County Commissioners Mike Kelly on county priorities and leadership direction. The insights shared will help drive ongoing work with residents across Johnson County and add momentum to efforts already underway. 🤝🌟

04/14/2026

Have you ever seen this logo and wondered what it means?
Equal Housing Opportunity means following Fair Housing laws that protect people from discrimination in renting, buying, mortgages, and housing assistance. 🏡

Want to learn about your Fair Housing rights?
• Emotional Support Animals at “no pets” properties
• Whether landlords can legally “steer” applicants
• How to file a Fair Housing complaint

Learn the answers and more at the Fair Housing Forum on Tuesday, April 21st, at 6:00 PM at the Matt Ross Center in Overland Park.
Dinner will be provided + prizes! 🎉

RSVP here: bit.ly/45LfFLl

04/14/2026

Johnson County has been authorized to issue new vouchers to help veterans experiencing homelessness secure stable housing. 🏘️
These vouchers include rental assistance plus intensive VA case management, a high‑support model proven to keep veterans housed.

Johnson County has received authorization from the federal government to issue new vouchers to assist homeless veterans in Johnson County with rental assistance and intensive case management.