Connection & Support for Older Adults

Senior behavioral health and older adult services in South Central Kansas.

MHASCK provides senior behavioral health in South Central Kansas, and aging services that help older adults live with dignity, independence, and connection. Growing older brings real changes, and support should meet them with respect, not pity. We offer outreach and companionship, caregiver support, independent living support, and mental health care for seniors. Whether you are an older adult or a family member helping a parent, we can help.

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In crisis right now? Call or text 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, any time.

Who it is for

Aging well is about staying connected and in control.

Care is built around your family, not a one-size-fits-all checklist.

Aging services help older adults stay independent, connected, and mentally well, and support the families caring for them. We address the loneliness, life changes, grief, anxiety, and depression that can come with aging, alongside practical support for daily life. Because mental health matters at every age, we bring senior behavioral health together with outreach, caregiver support, and independent living help in one place.

Connect With Older Adult Support

  1. An older adult facing hard days

    Loneliness, loss, anxiety, or depression that can come with getting older.

  2. Wanting to stay at home

    You want to remain safe, connected, and independent in your own home.

  3. Worried about an aging parent

    You are a family member looking for the right support for a loved one.

  4. A caregiver who needs a break

    You care for someone and need support or respite for yourself.

  5. Care that understands aging

    You want mental health support tailored to the experience of getting older.

Programs & supports available

Support for the whole person.

Our aging services connect so you can find the right support.

Not sure where to start? That is normal.

Most people who reach out are not certain what kind of help they need, and that is okay. You do not need a diagnosis, a referral, or the right words. Tell us a little about what is going on, and we will help you find the right place to begin.

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One connected system of care

Care that grows with you, not a program you outgrow.

Life changes, and support should change with it. Because all of our services sit under one roof, you can move between them without starting over. A teen who first meets us through a school program can find counseling as an adult. A family navigating a loved one’s illness can find housing and case management in the same place they found their first appointment.

  1. Reach out

    Call, message, or stop by. We listen first and help you name what you need.

  2. Get matched

    We connect you with the service and team that fit your situation and your budget.

  3. Start care

    You meet your team, share your goals, and begin at a pace that feels safe.

  4. Keep growing

    As your needs change, your support moves with you across our services.

Frequently asked questions

Questions, answered simply.

The questions we hear most, answered simply. Still unsure? We are glad to talk it through.

Connect With Older Adult Support

What services do you offer for older adults?

We offer senior outreach and companionship, caregiver support and respite, independent living support, and mental health care tailored to older adults. Our aging services address both practical needs and emotional wellbeing, and connect to housing when a move makes sense. Reach out and we will match you to the right support.

Do you help caregivers, not just the older adult?

Yes. Caregivers need support too, and burnout is real. We offer caregiver support and respite so you can get resources, guidance, and a break when you need one. Caring for yourself is part of caring well for your loved one, and we help you do both.

Do you accept Medicare or Medicaid?

Many aging services are covered by Medicaid, and some may be covered by Medicare or offered on a sliding scale, depending on the service and situation. Our team will help you understand what applies to you or your loved one before anything begins, so cost is clear up front.

Is there support for staying in my own home?

Yes. Our independent living support helps older adults stay safe, connected, and independent at home for as long as possible. We can also connect you with housing options if staying home becomes difficult. The goal is to support the living situation that is right for you.

Can a family member set this up for my parent?

Yes. Family members often reach out on behalf of an aging parent, and we welcome that. With your parent’s involvement and permission, we will help set up services while keeping them at the center of decisions about their own care and independence.

What is the difference between aging services and housing?

Aging services focus on support, connection, and mental health for older adults, often while they stay in their own home. Housing and residential services provide a place to live with support. The two work together, and we help you find the right mix as needs change.

Do you have companionship or outreach programs?

Yes. Our senior outreach and companionship support helps reduce isolation and loneliness, which deeply affect older adults’ health. We connect seniors with meaningful contact and support. Reach out and we will explain what is currently available and how to get connected.

Connect with aging services.

Every older adult deserves dignity, connection, and support. Reach out, for yourself or a loved one, and we will help you find the right care.

Call (316) 685-1821 Reach Out
Call or text the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline