In accordance with the Older Americans Act of 1965, as amended, the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services (KDADS), as the designated State Unit on Aging, is mandated to submit a “State Plan on Aging” to the U.S. Administration on Aging. This plan describes the agency’s vision and purpose, including the goals and strategies to achieve this vision. Development of the plan was accomplished through interaction with the Kansas Aging Network.

The current four-year plan approved by the Administration for Community Living (ACL), Administration on Aging (AoA) begins October 1, 2021 and ends September 30, 2025. Download it, including the approval letter, below.

 Kansas State Plan on Aging 2022-2025

2024 Listening Tour to Inform 2026-2029 State Plan on Aging

KDADS is hosting FOUR in-person listening sessions to allow older Kansans the opportunity to share their suggestions, needs, comments, and feedback regarding Older Americans Act services. Participation is invaluable and will be used to develop the upcoming State Plan on Aging.

• August 29, 10-11 am - Wyandotte County Neighborhood Resource Center Conference Room at 4953 State Ave., KCK 66012
• September 6, 9-10 am - Kansas State Fair Hansen Auditorium at 2000 N Poplar St., Hutchinson 67502
• September 19, 10-11 am - The Fisher Center at 201 E Iowa St., Hiawatha 66434
• October 10, 1:30-2:30 pm - Neosho County Community College Student Union Cafeteria at 800 W 14th St., Chanute 66720

KDADS collaborates with the 11 Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs) to support the independence of older adults and help them remain in their homes for as long as possible.

OAA program services include:

• Legal assistance
• Caregiver & in-home services (e.g., homemaker, personal care)
• Health promotion programs (like physical fitness & exercise)
• Nutrition services (e.g., home-delivered meals)
• Transportation
• And more!

If you want to share your thoughts but cannot participate, please email KDADSOAASCA@ks.gov. Written comments will be accepted until November 15, 2024.