Kansas Commission on Disability Concerns

10/26/2026

KDHE is dedicated to fostering employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities through its Working Healthy programs, including STEPS and WORK. These programs empower participants like Erlena, to gain and maintain meaningful employment while retaining vital health benefits.
Erlena has participated in the Working Health/WORK program for 18 years and celebrated 30 years of employment this year. Learn more about how these programs could benefit you: KanCare.ks.gov/WorkingHealthy.

10/26/2026

October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), a time to celebrate the invaluable contributions of workers with disabilities in our workplaces. Competitive Integrated Employment creates stronger teams, drives innovation, and creates a community where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. By breaking down barriers, we build a more diverse and equitable workforce for all. Join the commission this month in honoring these essential employees and committing to inclusive employment opportunities year-round!

This month is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM). In recognition of the positive impact people with disabilities bring to the American workforce, we are especially proud of the contribution Kansans with disabilities bring to our workforce.

10/26/2026

Many people with disabilities want to work but worry that doing so could jeopardize their vital health and long-term care coverage through Medicaid. KDHE's program, Working Healthy, offers people with disabilities the opportunity to keep Medicaid coverage while on the job. Learn more: https://www.kancare.ks.gov/providers/programs

Many people with disabilities want to work but worry that doing so could jeopardize their vital health and long-term care coverage through Medicaid. KDHE's program, Working Healthy, offers people with disabilities the opportunity to keep Medicaid coverage while on the job. Learn more: KanCare.ks.gov/WorkingHealthy.

10/22/2026

Yesterday, we attended the United Way of Kaw Valley Grant Slam, where local grassroot organizations were able to pitch a Shark Tank style presentation for the award. We heard from many great organizations in the state of Kansas that are all trying to help various communities.

Self Advocate Coalition of Kansas was the winner of the $13,000 grant that will help fund initiatives that they have planned for the future. Jason, a self advocate, and Mitzie, spoke about the origin of SACK, Kathy Lobbs’  impact on Cannon legislation, and the disability community through her advocacy.

Let’s give them a round of applause and congratulations in the comments! 🥳

10/22/2026

National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) is the perfect time to learn more about reasonable accommodations in the workplace. Just your luck, the ADA National Network has a guide to requesting reasonable accommodations!

National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) is the perfect time to learn more about reasonable accommodations in the workplace. Just your luck, we have a guide to requesting reasonable accommodations! Check out our Employment Resource Hub to learn more: https://adata.org/employment-resource-hub/guide-requesting-reasonable-accommodations

10/22/2026

These are amazing conversations being had in Kansas that everyone should tune in to!

Click here to view this video from KAKE.com.

10/21/2026

Congratulations to Beyond Barriers for 25 incredible years of hosting Disability Mentoring Day in Hutchinson!

10/20/2026

Join Families Together, Inc. for FEAT, a free one-day training helping youth, families, and supporters overcome employment barriers and plan for real jobs in Wichita on November 14th.

Join us for FEAT, a free one-day training helping youth, families, and supporters overcome employment barriers and plan for real jobs.

What You'll Learn:
Employment & Career Planning
College & Career Readiness
Benefits & Work Incentives
Transportation & Independence
Technology & Employment Supports
Building Your Support Team

We look forward to seeing you there! You can register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/family-employment-awareness-training-shifting-to-the-future-tickets-2003371496074?aff=oddtdtcreator.

10/20/2026

October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM).

This month is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM). In recognition of the positive impact people with disabilities bring to the American workforce, we are especially proud of the contribution Kansans with disabilities bring to our workforce.

10/20/2026

Disability Mentoring Day (DMD) is coming up on October 21 in Dodge City and Hutchinson and on October 28 in Pratt! 🎉​ Great job, Beyond Barriers for highlighting that there is a future with competitive, integrated employment for Kansas youth with disabilities!