Children with Special Needs Program — Caretech of Kansas

Support, Guidance, and In-Home Care for Kansas Families

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How the Program Works

  • Step 1: Eligibility for Kansas Children’s HCBS Programs

    Eligibility depends on the specific waiver, but most programs requirements. Caretech works closely with families to help them understand which HCBS program best supports their child’s needs and how to begin the application process.

  • Step 2: Complete the Kansas HCBS Waiver Application

    We know the application can feel overwhelming—especially for families already managing medical appointments, school meetings, therapies, and daily caregiving. Our role is to simplify the process.

  • Step 3: Once Approved, A Customize Care is Created and Care Begins

    Once a child is approved for services, Caretech can begin to provide a personalized care plan designed to support both the child and their family. Every care plan is customized to match the child’s unique needs, abilities, and goals.

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Services Available to Children Through Kansas Medicaid HCBS Programs

Depending on the HCBS waiver a child is approved for (such as HCBS-IDD, HCBS-TA, HCBS-Autism, or HCBS-SED), families may access a variety of supports, including:

  • Short-term relief for parents or guardians, giving families time to rest while ensuring their child receives consistent, safe support.

  • Assistance with bathing, grooming, dressing, daily routines, and supervision to help children develop skills and safely participate in daily life.

  • Caretech can assist with daily tasks, supervision, and supportive activities for children with complex medical needs or behavioral health challenges. While HCBS programs may include clinical or therapeutic services provided by licensed professionals, Caretech focuses on non-medical support that promotes safety, comfort, routine, and overall well-being in the home.

  • Support for attending medical appointments, therapy, school activities, or community programs that enhance social development.

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Children with Special Needs Program – Caretech of Kansas

  • Support for Children with Disabilities in Kansas

    Caring for a child with disabilities is both meaningful and demanding. At Caretech of Kansas, we partner with families to help them access the Kansas Medicaid Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) programs that support children with special needs. Our goal is to ensure families receive clear guidance, compassionate care, and access to the services their child qualifies for—right at home.

  • Connecting Families to Kansas HCBS Services

    The Children with Special Needs Program connects families with in-home supports, caregiver assistance, and Medicaid-funded services that promote safety, independence, learning, and daily well-being for children with developmental, physical, cognitive, emotional, or medically complex conditions.

Eligibility for Children’s HCBS Programs in Kansas

  • Basic Eligibility Requirements

    Eligibility varies by HCBS waiver but generally includes:

    • Kansas residency

    • Under age 18

    • Meeting disability-related criteria

    • Meeting Medicaid financial eligibility rules

    • Requiring a level of care similar to an institutional setting, verified through state assessment

  • Types of Kansas HCBS Programs for Children

Examples include:

  • HCBS-IDD (Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities)

  • HCBS-TA (Technology Assisted)

  • HCBS-Autism (age-specific)

  • HCBS-SED (Serious Emotional Disturbance)

Each program offers different services and support levels. Caretech helps families understand which waiver is the best fit.

How Caretech Supports the HCBS Application Process

Guidance Through Every Step

Navigating Kansas Medicaid can feel overwhelming. Our team provides:

  • Help completing required forms and documentation

  • Support during evaluations and functional assessments

  • Communication with case managers when appropriate

  • Ongoing check-ins to keep families informed and prepared

We make the process smoother, clearer, and less stressful.

Paid Family Caregiver Opportunities in Kansas

Some Kansas HCBS waivers allow family members to become paid caregivers for their child. Caretech helps families:

  • Understand caregiver eligibility rules

  • Complete onboarding and orientation

  • Receive caregiver training

  • Earn income while caring for their child at home

This option ensures children receive care from those they trust most while supporting the family financially.

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Whether you need help navigating HCBS, want to explore paid caregiver options, or are looking for compassionate in-home support, Caretech is here for your family.

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 FAQs About the Children with Special Needs Program

  • Caretech offers non-medical in-home support such as personal care assistance, supervision, skill-building, companionship, respite care, meal assistance, transportation to appointments, and help with routines that promote safety and independence.

  • Yes. Caretech guides families through the HCBS application process by helping with paperwork, assessments, documentation, and understanding which waiver—such as HCBS-IDD, TA, Autism, or SED—is the best fit for the child’s needs.

  • Some Kansas HCBS programs allow parents or family members to become paid caregivers. Caretech helps families understand eligibility, complete onboarding, receive training, and begin providing care under the appropriate Medicaid guidelines.

  • Eligibility varies by waiver, but most programs serve children under age 18 who meet disability-related criteria and Medicaid financial guidelines. Caretech assists families in determining which programs their child may qualify for.