Project Concern Inc

K4A Mission Statement The Kansas Area Agencies on Aging Association works to improve services and supports for all older Kansans and their caregivers. K4A Vision Statement Dignity, health, independence and enduring self-sufficiency for all older Kansans. The Kansas Area Agencies on Aging Association works in partnership with public/private enterprises throughout Kansas, the region, and the nation to ensure the delivery of easily accessed, top quality services that sustain healthy lifestyles and support self-sufficiency in the aging population. The Kansas Area Agencies on Aging Association advocates helping older Kansans remain active, independent, and free from abuse and neglect. K4A is a strong voice for seniors in the creation of new and increased resources to meet their needs. K4A monitors legislative activities on the state and federal levels and provides testimony on issues important to Kansas seniors and their caregivers. Working through local Area Agencies on Aging, the Kansas Area Agencies on Aging Association represents a single, highly accessible point of entry for older Kansans seeking help in maintaining their health, their independence, and their dignity.

Founded in 1978, Independence is an independent living center that serves people with physical and mental disabilities. Its services include advocacy, technology assistance, community education and outreach, computer training, counseling, housing assistance, independent living skills training and personal care attendant management. The organization also offers information and referral, technical assistance, transportation and volunteer peer counseling. Its computer learning center provides computer training classes, and is equipped with a variety of assistive technologies, including screen readers and magnifiers, a voice input system, scanners, Braille output, trackballs and alternative keyboards. The organization additionally organizes a range of recreational activities. Independence is based in Lawrence, Kan.