Community Health Improvement Program for Intellectual Disabilities

07/30/2026

We're so excited to be partnering with JoyKC for their Safari-themed event this Monday, August 3rd!

The event is from 6:30-8:30pm at Community Covenant Church, 15700 W 87th St. Pkwy, Lenexa, KS.
Sign up here: www.joykc.org/events

We hope to see you there! 🐘🦓🦒

Escape to the wild—no passport required.

Join us for an evening of safari-themed activites. Throw on your favorite safari-inspired outfit and get ready for a wild evening in the Outback🐘🦓🦒

We have special guests from Community Health Improvement Program joining us for extra fun you won’t want to miss!

Mom Co is a gathering that provides an intentional space for moms & caregivers to thrive in friendship. Please contact Kathy Ward for any questions: [email protected]

Sign up on our website: www.joykc.org/events

Questions about Mom Co? Please reach out to Kathy Ward: [email protected]

6:30-8:30pm @ Community Covenant Church
15700 W 87th St. Pkwy. Lenexa, KS

To learn more about JoyKC, please contact Meg Ward: [email protected]

To get plugged in as a volunteer, please contact Katie Howard: [email protected]

07/30/2026

How you start your day often shapes how the rest of it goes! ✨ A consistent morning routine can boost your happiness and set you up for success.

Small habits like drinking water, stretching, brushing your teeth, or eating a healthy breakfast can make a big difference over time.

Try adding one new habit this week and watch your days transform! 💪

07/29/2026

Supporting healthy relationships starts with the right tools!

The UCLA PEERS® Clinic is now enrolling for PEERS® for Dating, a 20-week virtual program that helps neurodivergent adults build the social skills needed to find, develop, and maintain healthy romantic relationships.

Groups begin August 13, 2026, with sessions held on Thursdays via Zoom, and a few spots are still available. The program includes interactive lessons, role-play, real-world practice, and coaching sessions for parents, caregivers, or other trusted supports to help reinforce skills outside of class.

Click here for information >> https://teams.semel.ucla.edu/peers/peers®-dating

If you have any questions or would like additional information, please feel free to contact the UCLA PEERS® Clinic at [email protected].

07/20/2026

This year’s Amplify event is set to be the grooviest celebration of the season, and we want you to shine bright like a diamond under the mirror ball! Dust off your most dazzling sequins and platform shoes to join us in your finest 70s-inspired disco attire as we honor the remarkable women of our state and crown the next Kansas Miss Amazing class of 2027. It is time to boogie your way to the Emporia State College campus on October 17, 2026, to showcase your incredible hard work from throughout the year. Don’t miss your chance to step into the spotlight and experience a night of pure glamour, glitz, and disco fever!

https://ks.missamazing.org/events/diamonds-and-disco-amplify-2026-27/

07/14/2026

Our team recently had the chance to attend the Trisomy 21 Research Society Conference in Denver, Colorado! It was an incredible few days spent learning alongside researchers, clinicians, industry leaders, families, and advocacy organizations who are all working to improve the future of Down syndrome research.

A big thank you to everyone who shared their knowledge and experiences. We're looking forward to what's ahead!

07/13/2026

Tag an organization or leave their name in the comments! Thank you for helping us grow our community network!

07/06/2026

Before the World Cup excitement began, we kicked things off with our own soccer celebration to welcome summer! Thank you to everyone who joined us for a fun-filled afternoon. Everyone had the chance to show off their soccer skills, get creative with crafts, and cool down with a sweet treat. We loved celebrating together and appreciate everyone who helped make the event such a success! ⚽☀️🍦

Keep an eye out for our next event!