Kanza offers specialized and intensive Community-Based Services (CBS) to youth who live in Brown, Doniphan, Jackson, or Nemaha counties. These services are provided in the child’s home, school, daycare, or place of work. To be eligible for these services, youth must have an evaluation by a therapist to ensure that they meet criteria: Children and adolescents, who exhibit significant emotional or behavioral challenges that significantly impair their daily functioning and well-being, otherwise referred to as Seriously Emotionally Disturbed (SED). This title involves meeting specific criteria, including a diagnosed mental health disorder with symptoms severe enough to interfere with various aspects of life, such as home, school, and community settings. Interventions will take place in personalized settings such as home, school, and the community.
Youth Community Services
Targeted Case Management
Designed to provide comprehensive support and guidance to young people facing mental health challenges. Our team of dedicated professionals specializes in working with youth and their families to navigate the complexities of the mental health care system and access the resources they need to thrive. Through personalized care plans and advocacy, we help youth and their families connect with community resources, access treatment services, and develop the skills necessary for success.
Available CBS Services
Additional SED Waiver Program
Our Serious Emotional Disturbance (SED) Waiver Program provides additional services designed to support eligible youth who are at increased risk of serious life disruption due to their mental health challenges. It offers specialized intensive support to children, enabling them to stay within their homes and communities. These children require increased attention due to elevated needs, stemming from disruptions in social, academic, and emotional functioning caused by their mental health conditions. Both parents and children actively participate in the SED Waiver program.
Population served: Ages 4 -18
Parent Support
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Offer family members and caretakers the necessary support to establish a safe and stable environment for the child within both the home and the community.
Call us at (785) 742-7113 to get started!
CBS seeks to empower individuals and families by providing them with the knowledge, resources, and support needed to make informed decisions and take control of their well-being. This includes promoting self-advocacy, self-care, and autonomy.
Empowering Families
By providing services within the community, CBS promotes community integration and social inclusion for individuals with mental health challenges. This helps to reduce stigma and isolation and fosters a sense of belonging and connectedness.
Community Integration
CBS aims to enhance individuals' functioning and adaptability in various areas of life, including home, school, work, and social settings. The goal is to support individuals in developing the skills and strategies needed to navigate daily challenges and thrive in their environments.
Enhanced Adaptibility
CBS strives to prevent the escalation of emotional or behavioral problems by to intervening early to address issues before they worsen. By providing timely and targeted support, CBS aims to minimize the negative impact of mental health challenges and prevent crises.
Preventing Escalation of Problems
Kanza utilizes CBS Services to offer comprehensive, individualized care that addresses the unique needs of children, empowering them to achieve their fullest potential through integrated support, therapeutic interventions, and strong community connections. By providing accessible, family-centered support and services, we foster resilience, emotional health, and positive social relationships.
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