Resources for People with MS

Home Modification Companies

  • Thrive Homes works with Medicaid to get home modifications in Kansas City metro area covered and done right. 913-297-9557 LEARN MORE
  • Accessibility Remodeling works with clients and their families to complete wanted or needed modifications to the home to ensure safety and independent access in Jackson, Johnson, Wyandotte, Clay, Platte, Cass counties. 913-831-4444 LEARN MORE
  • Rebuilding Together Kansas City provides accessible home modifications to Kansas Citians who have low income and are in need of essential and/or safety-related home repairs. Special programs available for veterans. Primarly serve Clay, Platte, Jackson counties. 816-781-8985 LEARN MORE
  • Hope Builders provides accessible home modifications for older adults and adults with disabilities in Jackson, Wyandotte, Johnson counties. 888-467-3001 LEARN MORE
  • HomeAccess Remodeling provides a variety of remodeling and home modification services, including consulting and design services.  913-745-3069 LEARN MORE
  • Bee Organized provides professional home organization services and moving/life transition services. 913-735-6409 LEARN MORE
  • Friends of Man is a 501(c)(3), non-profit, tax-exempt charity using 100% of donations for charitable assistance. 303-798-2342 LEARN MORE
  • The Whole Person provides a variety of services to individuals with disabilities, including home modifications. 816-561-0304 LEARN MORE

Assistive Technology Loans

  • Ride KC Freedom provides free accessible transportation options to residents of Kansas City who qualify.  816-842-9070 LEARN MORE
  • OATS (Operating Above the Standard) provides affordable transportation options in Kansas City. 888-875-6287 LEARN MORE
  • zTrip is a private company with vehicles that accommodate wheelchairs. 855-699-8747 LEARN MORE
  • 10/10 Taxi is a private company in the Kansas City metro area with vehicles that accommodate wheelchairs. Also contracts with zTrip. 913-647-0010 LEARN MORE
  • Mid-America Regional Council (MARC) consumer directed lift ramp services. You find transport provider (family, friend, student or agency such as zTrip, OATS, or Ride KC). MARC can provide $150/month grant (must save receipts/ledger and submit this monthly). They also can assist with home delivered meals and home services if you qualify. Screening and intake required. Serves Cass, Clay, Platte, Jackson and Wyandotte counties. 816‐421‐4980 LEARN MORE
  • Fireman Transport provides non-emergency medical transportation, accommodating wheelchairs and stretchers. Private pay only. 913-229-5060 LEARN MORE
  • Assisted Transportation provides non-emergency medical transportation, accommodating wheelchairs and stretchers. Private pay only. LEARN MORE

Affordable Adaptive Equipment Center

  • K-Loan provides low-interest loan options for a variety of assistive technology (including accessible vehicles) for individuals with disabilities residing in Kansas. LEARN MORE
  • MoAT Show Me Loans offers low-interest loan options for a variety of assistive technology (including accessible vehicles) for individuals with disabilities residing in Missouri. LEARN MORE
  • Accessability Medical Equipment sells new and used adaptive and assistive equipment. 866-201-3829 LEARN MORE
  • NuMotion provides products and services to individuals with mobility issues to maximize independence and quality of life. 816-761-2526 LEARN MORE
  • Mobility First provides products and services to improve independence and mobility, including wheelchairs and DME. 816-350-7600 LEARN MORE
  • Braun Ability/United Access is the MSAC's local and highly recommended wheelchair accessible vehicle dealer. Provides ssistance with finding funding options. 800-488-0359 LEARN MORE
  • The Mobility Resource is an online network of accessible vehicle options and resource for finding funding assistance for a personal accessible vehicle. 866-771-7770 LEARN MORE

Helpful Technology and Apps

  • The Roll Mobility App allows users to both review and read reviews about the accessibility of public spaces. LEARN MORE
  • Meal Train makes organizing meals for friends or family in need of short-term help. LEARN MORE
  • Mid Continent Public Library delivers books, audiobooks and more to your home if you have difficulty with community mobility or accessing transportation.  LEARN MORE 
  • My Health Team is an online community for a variety of chronic conditions. Find "my MS team" and sign up for free to have access to an MS community consisting of more than 200,000 members. LEARN MORE

In-Home Caregiving Services

  • Home Instead provides wide variety of in-home caregiving services. 844-764-7399 LEARN MORE
  • Compass Culinary provides customized meal planning/prep including grocery shopping and preparing meals that meet your needs and preferences. 913-378-8770 LEARN MORE
  • Meals on Wheels delivers healthy meals to your home. Individuals who have physical or financial barriers that impact their access to healthy meals may qualify for this program. LEARN MORE 
  • Care.com is a network of caregivers   who provide a wide variety of care. LEARN MORE
  • A Place for Mom provides guidance and assistance with finding assisted living or home care to meet your needs and preferences. 866-847-6059 LEARN MORE

MSAC Exercise Program

Here is a warm-up exercise program like we do at the MSAC.

Resources  for Care Partners

MSAC Care Partner Support Group meets at 6pm on the 2nd Wednesday of the month at Panera Bread, 707 Martway in Mission, Kansas.

Special Considerations for Carepartners Guide will help you to plan for an unexpected situation where you (the carepartner) are unable to complete your caregiving duties due to illness or injury. LEARN MORE

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