Kansas Caregiver Support Groups & Resources

1. Caregiver Resources – KDADS: Provides information for caregivers seeking support, grief recovery services, education, and advocacy. Website: https://kdads.ks.gov/kdads-commissions/long-term-services-supports/aging-services/aging-and-disability-resource-centers/service-information/caregiver-resources
2. Family Caregiver’s Support Group – University of Kansas Medical Center: Offers a support group for caregivers to talk with others who are sharing similar experiences. Meets on the fourth Thursday of every month at noon. Contact Myra Reed at 913-588-2365 or mreed16@kumc.edu to register or for more information. Website: https://www.kumc.edu/research/landon-center-on-aging/community-programs/family-caregivers-support-group.html
3. Support Groups – University of Kansas Medical Center: Provides support groups for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias, as well as their caregivers. Website: https://www.kumc.edu/research/alzheimers-disease-research-center/community-outreach/find-a-support-group.html
4. Supporting Family Caregivers in Kansas – AARP: Offers resources and support to help caregivers care for their loved ones. Website: https://states.aarp.org/kansas/supporting-family-caregivers-in-kansas
5. Caregiver Support | Johnson County Kansas: Sponsors services to educate, counsel, and advise caregivers and help them deal with the physical and emotional stresses of caregiving. Other services provide direct care for the older adults to assist the caregiver or give the caregiver a much-needed break. Website: https://www.jocogov.org/department/aging-and-human-services/johnson-county-area-agency-aging/caregiver-support
6. Kansas Caregivers Support Network: Provides resources, support groups, and online chat to help caregivers care for their loved ones. Website: https://www.kccaregivers.org/
7. Kansas Aging and Disability Resource Center: Offers information and resources to help caregivers care for their loved ones, including information on local support groups. Website: https://www.adrcresourcecenternemo.org/
8. Kansas Area Agencies on Aging: Provides resources and support to caregivers, including caregiver support groups, respite care services, and counseling services. Website: https://www.kdads.ks.gov/commissions/aging-and-disability-resource-center/area-agency-on-aging
9. Alzheimer’s Association – Heart of America Chapter: Offers support groups for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias, as well as their caregivers. Website: https://www.alz.org/heartofamerica
10. Kansas City Hospice & Palliative Care: Provides support services to caregivers, including support groups, counseling, and respite care. Website: https://www.kchospice.org/

Resources Homepage