211 of Kansas
211
Kansas 211 connects Kansas residents with housing services, financial assistance, family support, food, clothing, household goods, and transportation assistance. 211 callers can also get help with senior services, employment and education, taxes, mental health and addiction treatment, and more.
Confluence HRKC
816-944-0917
Harm reduction supplies can be vital, but some people feel afraid or ashamed to get them. Confluence HRKC provides confidential delivery of harm reduction kits — all you have to do is text or call. Confluence HRKC offers fentanyl test strips, naloxone (Narcan), condoms, wound care supplies, Plan B, hygiene kits, and N95 masks. All supplies are free and delivered on multiple routes.
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
For Kansas residents experiencing homelessness or at risk of doing so, HUD has a list of local resources, including a shelter locator that shows bed availability. They also have information about getting food, veteran services, job training, legal assistance, and more.
Johnson County Homeless Hubs
816-474-5112
Johnson County, Kansas, has a resource page linking residents to organizations that provide triage screenings for emergency housing, permanent housing services, and other social services. If you live in northeast Kansas, these organizations can provide the help you need.
Community Action
785-836-4500
Located in Topeka, Community Action helps those in poverty take charge of their lives and focus on their strengths. Community Action provides rapid re-housing and affordable housing, Head Start programs, rent and utility support, diapers, period supplies, tax preparation, and more.