Big Lakes Developmental Center

Big Lakes Developmental Center, established in 1973, is a private, nonprofit community developmental disability organization serving individuals with developmental disabilities in Riley, Geary, Clay and Pottawatomie counties in Kansas. The center is supported by county mill levy and federal and state funding. Big Lakes also owns and leases various residential homes and apartments as part of its community living services provided for adults. Its programs and services are accredited by the Rehabilitation Accreditation Commission. The services and support offered by the center include adult services, family support, case management and community employment including skills training, coaching, counseling, evaluation, assistive technology and transportation. Big Lakes Developmental Center is located in Manhattan, Kan.