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When Is It Time to Consider In-Home Support?
Learn the signs that it may be time to consider in-home support, including safety concerns, daily challenges, and how to maintain independence at home.
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A Mother’s Fight for Change | Twila Foley and the Story Behind Topher’s Law
Twila Foley joins The Whole Podcast to share the story behind Topher’s Law and the personal journey that inspired her advocacy for guardianship reform in Missouri. After experiencing the devastating...
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When Is It Time to Consider In-Home Support?
Learn the signs that it may be time to consider in-home support, including safety concerns, daily challenges,...
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How to Apply for Consumer Directed Services in Missouri
Learn how to apply for Consumer Directed Services (CDS) in Missouri, including eligibility requirements,...
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The Differences Between In-Home Care, Home Health Care, and CDS and HCBS Programs
Learn the differences between Help at Home, Home Health, CDS, and HCBS programs. Understand eligibility,...
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From Advocacy to Action: How Consumers Can Get Involved in 2026
Learn how to get involved in disability advocacy in Missouri in 2026, including Day at the Capitol and...
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Transportation Options for People with Disabilities in the Kansas City Area
Learn about disability transportation services in Kansas City, including RideKC buses, ADA paratransit...
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Our History: Independence Built by the Community, for the Community
For decades, The Whole Person has advanced independence and advocacy in Kansas City. Learn how our history...
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Disability Etiquette: Why It Matters and Why Kindness Is Not Optional
Disability etiquette is about respect, dignity, and equal treatment. Learn how small actions and everyday...
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Low Vision Awareness Month: Seeing Accessibility Through a Wider Lens
Low Vision Awareness Month raises awareness, improves accessibility, and connects people with low vision...
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We’re Hiring: Help Us Care for Our Community Where It Matters Most
The Whole Person is urgently hiring Home Health professionals and other roles in Kansas City. Join a...
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Supporting Independence Starts With You
Support independence, dignity, and choice for people with disabilities in Kansas City. Learn how donating...
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What Is Personal Care Assistance? A Complete Guide to Daily Living Support
Understand personal care assistance, daily living support, and consumer directed services that help individuals...
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Reflecting on 2025: A Year of Growth and Impact in Kansas City
As 2025 comes to a close, we want to celebrate what we’ve accomplished together in the Kansas City metro....
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Arts Accessibility in Action: Where Conversation Becomes Access
Learn how the Arts Accessibility Forum brings arts organizations together to improve accessibility and...
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Giving the Gift of Communication this Holiday Season
To make your holiday giving more meaningful or to give something that lasts longer than a toy, consider...
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The Whole Person Launches New Brand and Website to Strengthen Its Mission of Independent Living
The Whole Person, a nonprofit in Kansas City dedicated to connecting people with disabilities to the...
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