Beyond Barriers

03/23/2026

March is National Kidney Month! Your kidneys work hard to keep your body healthy — return the favor by eating nutritious foods and staying active. Small steps like eating less salt and walking more can make a difference! Learn more:

Learn how to prevent chronic kidney disease. Take care of your kidneys and they'll take care of you.

03/16/2026

Employment Specialist Anthony Frischenmeyer recently spoke with students at Hutchinson High School about self and systems advocacy, disability history and disability pride, and people-first language. 📣​
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"I'm always glad to have the opportunity to help others better understand disability resources and how to best honor ourselves and others." ​

Through these community presentations, Beyond Barriers not only spreads the word about our services, but empowers and enables people with disabilities to achieve more independence. ​

Is your business or organization interested in learning more about our community educational presentations and resources? 💡​

Contact us today to learn more: https://www.beyondbarriersks.com/contact​
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(Image says Learn with Us, Disability Presentations, We Education On: Self and Systems Advocacy, Disability History, Disability Pride, People-First Language, ADA Compliance. There's an image of Anthony Frischenmeyer, a man with dark hair and goatee, wearing glasses, smiling in front of a microphone.)

03/10/2026

🍀 Dodge City, get ready for a little luck and a lot of fun!

This Saturday, March 14, join Beyond Barriers for “Lucky Boots and Clover Roots” — a family-friendly afternoon celebrating disability awareness, empowerment, and community connection at Boot Hill Museum.

From 12–2 pm, enjoy:
🎯 Games and activities
🎨 Face painting
🤠 A chance to explore Boot Hill Museum
🍀 Festive St. Patrick’s–inspired fun

This event is part of Kansas Youth Transition Network’s mission to support youth with disabilities as they build independence and confidence.

Bring the kids, invite your friends, and come celebrate a community where everyone belongs!

03/09/2026

Paperwork shouldn’t stand between you and the life you want. 🧾​

Nicole Scott, Independent Living Specialist at Beyond Barriers, helps individuals with disabilities navigate housing applications , food stamps, Medicaid, Social Security, employment, and more — at no cost. 🏠🏥​
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One of Nicole’s consumers shared:​

“Before, I was having anxiety… the shakes and the whole nine yards. But now? It’s a breeze.”​
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That’s the difference the right support can make. ​
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No documentation required. No judgment. Just support. 🤝​
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From reducing anxiety around paperwork to setting and achieving personal goals, our team walks alongside you every step of the way. 🎯​
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Ready to live more independently?​
➡️ Learn more at BeyondBarriersKS.com.

03/02/2026

Power up your plate with vibrant, nutritious foods. From leafy greens to juicy berries, every color brings unique benefits for your health. 🥬🫐 Celebrate nutrition in March with these healthy eating tips:

Quick and easy tips on how to increase dietary fiber, calcium, vitamin D, and potassium.

02/26/2026

Beyond Barriers is here to help — and here to stay.​ 💪
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In 2025, we provided free support to 770 Kansans with disabilities through services like:​
• Advocacy & legal assistance​
• Housing support & assistive technology​
• Independent living skills training​
• Peer counseling & employment services​
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As we look ahead to 2026, the need for these services continues to grow. If you or someone you know could benefit — or if you’re able to support our mission — we’d love to hear from you.​ 💛
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🔗Access services or make a donation at BeyondBarriersKS.com​
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(Image is a man and a woman, both standing with their arms crossed in front of them, looking directly at the camera with positive determination. Text reads: Here for Good, As the need for our services grows, so does our need for support!)

02/23/2026

Adults 65 or older need at least 150 minutes per week of moderate-intensity aerobic activity. When it is cold outside, try indoor options such as mall walking, indoor dance classes, and water aerobics. 🚶🏾‍♂️💃🏾🏊🏾
Learn more about how you can add physical activity to your life this winter: https://bit.ly/3ZxcuTr

Learn ways older adults can add physical activity to their lives.

02/18/2026

One of our independent living specialists recently shared this success story with us, and we had to pass it along! THIS is why we do what we do. 😊​
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"I have a consumer that has been receiving services from us since 2023. She was referred to us from another agency and was in a domestic situation where she was afraid to leave her house. ​
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With time and coaching, she was able to go out in the public with no hesitation. She started to work and pay off her court fines. She had no heat source the last few years, and we found an organization generous enough to fix her heating source.​​

She was able to get custody of her two boys back following the drug court program. She has a part-time job and is working with Vocational Rehab to find better employment opportunities!"​
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Even if someone is already receiving services from another agency (or several), Beyond Barriers can help! We work alongside people with disabilities to help them connect the dots of care and forge a better path ahead. ​
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Want to learn more about our services?​
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🔗 Check out https://www.beyondbarriersks.com/. ​
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(Image is a black square with the Beyond Barriers logo, and text that reads: Success Story, At Beyond Barriers, we help you live as independently as possible through training, education, advocacy and support.)

02/17/2026

Good nutrition is important for young children to grow healthy and strong.
If you have a picky eater at home, it can be hard to encourage eating healthy foods. 🍎🥕 Here are some tips to help your picky eater try new foods.

Follow these tips to help children who are picky eaters try new foods.

02/10/2026

Wondering if you qualify for Beyond Barriers services? The short answer is...YES!​
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Individuals qualify for our services based on self-identified disability and functional barriers, even without a formal government determination.​
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That means, if you walk through our doors (or roll, or call, or email), and tell us you have a disability, you're in! That's ONE LESS BARRIER for you to overcome to access services. ​
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Maybe that looks like:​
✅ Mental illness (depression, anxiety, agoraphobia, etc.)​
✅ Arthritis​
✅ Diabetes​
✅ Vision loss or low vision​
✅ Hearing impairment​
✅ Autoimmune conditions (Crohn's, colitis, Celiac, POTS, etc.) ​
✅ And much more! ​

🔗 Ready to learn more? Go to https://www.beyondbarriersks.com/ or​
call 888.715.6818. ​
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(Image is a man with glasses and a tan jacket looking directly at the camera, arms crossed, with a smile on his face. Text reads: YES! You qualify for Beyond Barriers services with self-identified disability and functional barriers, even without a formal government determination.)

02/05/2026

DYK regular physical activity can reduce your chances of developing eight commonly occurring cancers? On World Cancer Day, learn more about what you can do to lower your cancer risk: https://bit.ly/4qdwze1

Regular physical activity lowers your risk of eight common cancers.