InterHab

03/04/2026

03/03/2026

Thank you to Developmental Services of Jackson County for coming to Topeka to assist InterHab staff in passing out invitations to legislators for Advocacy Day 2026!

We loved spending time with you and introducing you to Senator Michael F**g who has been a supporter of Kansans with IDD.

03/03/2026

03/03/2026

03/03/2026

For our next InterHab Board of Directors Highlight, we’re pleased to feature Pat Jonas with CPRF as we continue showcasing the outstanding leaders who serve on our Board!

03/03/2026

03/02/2026

Attention turns to the Senate. The Senate is expected to meet on the floor tomorrow to debate its version of the state budget, including the proposed 10% IDD waiver rate increase and the $750,000 CDDO fund. This investment is critical to stabilizing provider capacity, strengthening the DSP workforce, and protecting access to services across Kansas.

Both chambers will ultimately have to reconcile differences before a final budget is sent to the Governor. What happens next depends on sustained advocacy.

We need messages going out now. Contact your Senators today and urge them to protect the 10% IDD waiver rate increase and maintain these critical investments.

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InterHab Advocacy Alert Contact your Kansas House Representative! Use the form to the right to send a message to your Kansas House Representative and encourage their continued support for services for Kansans with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We strongly encourage you to include a pe...

03/02/2026

InterHab is proud to announce and congratulate the Leadership InterHab Class of 2026!

This exceptional group of professionals has been selected to participate in this year’s leadership development program. Throughout the coming months, participants will strengthen their leadership skills, deepen their advocacy knowledge, and build lasting connections with peers from across Kansas. Leadership InterHab reflects our shared commitment to developing strong leaders who will help shape the future of services and supports for Kansans with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Please join us in congratulating the Leadership InterHab Class of 2026:

Brittany Barrett, COF Training Services, Inc.

Marcella Becker, MCDS

Misty Blume, Best Life Community Services

Rachel Blochlinger, Big Lakes Developmental Center

Anita Bourbon, Journeys, Inc.

Rissa Brinkley, Cottonwood, Inc.

Brandon Callihan, OCCK, Inc.

Clara Carpenter, JCDS

Tandie Clark, Envision, Inc.

Paul Lee Coffell, Starkey

Connor Cummings, JCDS

Jerra Garcia, MCDS

Keesha Grant, ResCare

Brandon Hatfield, Tarc, Inc.

Monica Klingsporn, Ability Point

Adam Kober, DSNWK

Alison Krier, DSNWK

Ruthie Kurtz-Bosley, Twin Valley Developmental Services

Brady Low, Mosaic in Southwest Kansas

Kelci Mack, Disability Planning Organization of Kansas

Jan Masters, TECH, Inc.

Briana McCart, Ability Point

Micayla Mitoska, Big Lakes Developmental Center

Kelly Newton, COF Training Services, Inc.

Sara Owen, Lakemary Center

Heather Pace, Sedgwick County CDDO

Rita Ramey, Futures Unlimited

Gabby Refugio, Disability Planning Organization of Kansas

Steven Roberts, Twin Valley Developmental Services

Melissa Rodriguez, Flint Hills Services, Inc.

Marlo Silva, Johnson County CDDO

Kelsey Snyder, Cottonwood, Inc.

Lynlea Southards, Rainbows United

Brenden Spillman, Tri-Valley Developmental Services

Tracy Taylor, Easterseals Midwest

Sarah Thomas, Lakemary Center

Garin Vandiver, Journeys, Inc.

Megan Vargas, Easterseals Midwest

We look forward to supporting this class as they grow, lead, and contribute to strengthening our network and advancing our shared mission.

Please join us in celebrating these outstanding leaders!

02/26/2026

This was a big week for IDD advocacy at the Capitol. The Kansas House passed its version of the state budget, and the 3% IDD waiver rate increase and $750,000 investment for CDDOs remain intact.

Thank you to everyone who sent messages, your incredible advocacy made a difference. In addition, SB 363 advanced out of committee with an InterHab-secured amendment that protects individuals on the IDD and HCBS waivers from more frequent eligibility reviews and directs the state to seek CMS approval for continuous eligibility under the IDD waiver.

Attention now turns to the Senate, which is expected to debate its version of the budget soon, including a proposed 10% IDD waiver rate increase.

As the process moves forward, the Senate meets on the floor, both chambers will need to reconcile differences in their budget proposals before a final version is sent to the Governor, making continued advocacy essential to protect these investments.

Watch for an Advocacy Alert, your outreach will be critical in the next phase.

InterHab Advocacy Alert Contact your Kansas House Representative! Use the form to the right to send a message to your Kansas House Representative and encourage their continued support for services for Kansans with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We strongly encourage you to include a pe...

02/26/2026

02/24/2026

David came to Goodwill through our Day Services program with limited work experience and big dreams for his future. With hands-on support and encouragement, he built confidence and essential job skills.

This growth led to him being hired on the spot for a guest services role at INTRUST Bank Arena, where he now creates a welcoming experience for guests.

Read His Story: https://loom.ly/3MraQMM