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Kansas Launches New Disability Support Waiver | Topeka News
Kansas is launching a groundbreaking new Community Supports Waiver starting October 1, 2026, designed to empower individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities aged five and up who don’t need 24/7 care but need flexible, personalized support to live more independently. With a projected 500 participants in the first year, the waiver offers tailored services like job coaching, home modifications, personal care, and assistive tech—all capped at $20,000 annually. Governor Laura Kelly calls it a monumental step toward dignity and autonomy, responding to legislative recommendations…
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