Disability Rights Center of Kansas

02/25/2026

Have you ever had a service denied by your Managed Care Organization (MCO) doctor, saying it is not “medically necessary”? We have a resource with information on the “medically necessary” standard and tips for working with your doctor to get the services you need approved!

Check it out: tinyurl.com/53zraanf

Have a question about your rights or need help? Contact us online at drckansas.org/get-help or call toll-free at (877) 776-1541.

02/20/2026

Rebecca Phillips is a mental health advocate with lived experiences. In this opinion piece, she shares how a proposal in the Kansas Legislature will bury people with disabilities in unnecessary red tape and directly force people out of life-saving services. If you care about people with disabilities and much-needed services, please read this piece!

I see people with disabilities every day. I see their needs and their hopes and dreams. Let's make their lives easier, not harder

02/18/2026

Self-advocacy is all about speaking up for yourself and your rights!

Need tips? Check out our website for tips on asking questions, making choices, and getting support when dealing with issues in school, health care, housing, and more.

🌐: tinyurl.com/mpzcrame

Have a question about your rights or need help? Contact us online at drckansas.org/get-help or call toll-free at (877) 776-1541.

02/17/2026

We are excited to announce our first fundraiser of the year! Come out and support the Flint Hills Summer Fun Camp! It's March 28th, doors opening at 6 pm. There will be a live auction and amazing music!

If you are interested in donating items for the silent auction, please email us at fhsummerfuncamp@gmail.com.

If you'd like to learn more about our camp, visit www.flinthillssummerfuncamp.com

Don't forget to follow us to see more Summer Fun updates and fundraising opportunities!

02/13/2026

The process of submitting KanCare grievances and appeals with Medicaid and Managed Care Organizations (MCOs) can be confusing! We have a resource to help.

Check out our “Navigating KanCare Grievances and Appeals” webpage with resources to learn:
- How to file a grievance or appeal
- Important deadlines
- Your rights during the process
- And more!

🌐: https://tinyurl.com/3vb648v7

Have a question about your rights or need help? Contact us online at drckansas.org/get-help or call toll-free at (877) 776-1541.

02/10/2026

URGENT: New bills in Congress would make it harder for people with disabilities to vote by mail, receive voting assistance, and even register to vote.

There is no evidence these barriers are needed; there IS clear evidence they would block eligible voters.

Accessible voting is a civil rights issue.
Congress must reject these bills.

🔗 Read NCAV’s full statement, and learn how to help today:
https://ncavote.org/resource/nosaveact/

02/09/2026

The 2026 Kansas Legislative session is in full swing! Join our email list to stay looped in on issues important to the disability community. We will send action alerts about bills that are relevant to your disability rights in the coming weeks.

Sign up today: https://votervoice.net/DRCKansas/Home

02/05/2026

Kansas made positive changes to its guardianship law that give people with disabilities more rights, more control, and more choices!

Learn more about the new Kansas Guardianship Law below, or on our website: tinyurl.com/5bmfja4f

Have a question about your rights or need help? Contact us online at drckansas.org/get-help or call toll-free at (877) 776-1541

02/02/2026

People with disabilities have specific rights to find and keep safe, accessible housing!

Our Fair Housing Act resources explain what disability discrimination in housing can look like, reasonable accommodations, what to do if your rights are violated, and more.

Visit DRC’s online Resource Center to learn more: tinyurl.com/yycmm4ur

Have a question about your rights or need help? Contact us online at drckansas.org/get-help or call toll-free at (877) 776-1541

01/29/2026

DRC is here to help Kansans across the state advocate for their disability rights. 🌻

Learn more about how we can help at drckansas.org/about

01/21/2026

The 2026 Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP) application period is open! If eligible, LIEAP could help you pay a portion of your primary home heating costs during the winter season with a one-time per year benefit paid directly to your energy provider.

Applications must be received by DCF by 5 p.m. on March 31, 2026.

Read the full release at: https://www.dcf.ks.gov/Newsroom/Pages/LIEAP2026.aspx.

Need help with your LIEAP application? Visit LIEAP.dcf.ks.gov to find an application event near you.

01/16/2026

This is a much needed bill that just passed the US House. People with disabilities are unfortunately far more likely to become victims of crime. Please consider contacting the Kansas members of the Senate today!

Major Step Forward for Survivors of Domestic & Sexual Violence!

We’re encouraged that the U.S. House of Representatives recently passed the Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act (H.R. 909), a bill that will strengthen and stabilize critical support for victims and survivors of domestic violence, sexual violence, dating violence, stalking, and other serious crimes. This legislation helps ensure that survivors across Kansas and the nation can access the life-saving resources, shelter, and advocacy support they need both in moments of crisis and as they rebuild their lives.

We are especially grateful to original co-sponsor Congressman Derek Schmidt and to Representative Sharice Davids for their leadership and support in moving this important bill forward.

Now we need your voice to make sure the U.S. Senate acts next!

Please contact our Kansas U.S. Senators and ask them to support H.R. 909 and help move it to a vote in the Senate:

Senator Jerry Moran — Washington, D.C. Office: (202) 224-6521 | Manhattan, KS: (785) 539-8973

Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. — Washington, D.C. Office: (202) 224-4774 | Topeka, KS: (785) 414-7501

Every call helps show that Kansans stand united for survivor safety and access to essential services. Ask them to support the Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act and ensure survivors have the resources they deserve.