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HEALTH INSURANCE
GET COVERED KANSAS
Get Covered Kansas is a helpful guide to getting coverage through the federal Health Insurance Marketplace. Use the “Find a Navigator” tool to find Health Navigators. These are people and organizations who have the skill sets and knowledge necessary to help individuals get signed up for health insurance.
The closest Health Navigators to Lawrence can be found at these locations in Olathe and Topeka:
407 S. Clairborne Rd., Suite 104, Olathe, KS 66062
To schedule a free enrollment appointment, call 913-730-3653.
Multiple locations in KC, KS
Email appointments@vibranthealthkc.org and put “Medicaid” in the subject line.
201 E Loula St Suite 110, Olathe, KS 66061
913-677-0100
Provides educational, social and economic services for Hispanic families.
GRACEMED CAPITOL FAMILY CLINIC
1400 Southwest Huntoon Street, Topeka, KS, 66604
785-861-8800
For more information about getting insurance coverage through the ACA Marketplace, contact: Juven Nava, jnava@gracemed.org, 316-866-2015
COMMUNITY CARE NETWORK OF KANSAS
700 SW Jackson St #600, Topeka, KS 66603
785-233-8483
KANCARE
KanCare offers health insurance coverage for children, pregnant women, families with children, elderly, and adults and children with disabilities in the state of Kansas. This website can be used to apply to Medicaid, and includes information about eligibility and health plans.
CHILD CARE ASSISTANCE
BGCLK offers scholarships and payment plans based on income/need! Please reach out to BGCLK at 785-841-5672 for more information.
CHILD CARE SUBSIDY PROGRAM
This is a program that is available for qualifying families who need help paying for child care costs. See if you’re eligible.
Printable Application: English | Spanish
KANSAS FOOD ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS
SNAP (SUPPLEMENTAL NUTRITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM)
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (Food Assistance) provides qualifying households with food benefits to access healthy foods, plants and seeds in order to sustain family nutrition along with education on food preparation and nutrition.
Applications available at our local DCF office (1901 Delaware St, Lawrence, KS 66046), online using the Application Portal, or by calling 1-888-369-4777.
WIC (WOMEN, INFANTS AND CHILDREN)
WIC is a program that provides free healthy foods, breastfeeding support, nutrition education and referrals to other services based on eligibility. Eligibility is based on:
- Are you pregnant?
- Are you breastfeeding a baby?
- Have you had a pregnancy in the past 6 months?
- Do you have a child under the age of 5?
Resources:
Contact:
Lawrence Douglas County Health Department
200 Maine St., STE B, Lawrence, KS 66044
785-856-5350
SUCCESSFUL FAMILIES PROGRAMS
TEMPORARY ASSISTANCE FOR NEEDY FAMILIES (TANF)
Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) is a program offering support for low-income families. Applications available at our local DCF office (1901 Delaware St, Lawrence, KS 66046), online using the application portal, or by calling 1-888-369-4777.
LOW INCOME ENERGY ASSISTANCE
LIEAP (LOW INCOME ENERGY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM)
The Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP) is a Federally funded program that helps eligible households pay a portion of their home energy costs by providing a one-time per year benefit.
Information and Income Eligibility Guidelines
A person who participates or has family members who participate in certain other benefit programs, such as SNAP, SSI, TANF, automatically meets the eligibility requirement.
Link to Apply (Must make an account with the Kansas Department for Children and Families). The 2025 LIEAP application period will begin November 18, 2024, and end March 31, 2025, at 5 pm.
USDA COMMODITY PROGRAMS
There are two United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Commodity Programs available to low income Kansans to assist with their household food needs, The Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) and Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP).
COMMODITY SUPPLEMENTAL FOOD PROGRAM (CSFP)
The Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) works to improve the health of low-income persons at least 60 years of age by supplementing their diets with nutritious USDA Foods.
Just Food is part of the CSFP program. CSFP supplies a food package to shoppers 60 years and older who are income eligible. Commodity packages are distributed to eligible participants once per month. Call us or email community@justfoodks.org us for more information.
EMERGENCY FOOD ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (TEFAP)
TEFAP provides free USDA commodity foods to low-income households throughout Kansas. TEFAP food is shipped five to six times per year to participating TEFAP providers for distribution. The following locations are in Douglas County:
THE SALVATION ARMY
1202 W 23rd St., Lawrence, KS 66046
Contact: Carol Rood, (785) 843-4188
JUST FOOD OF DOUGLAS COUNTY
1000 E 11th St., Lawrence, KS 66046
Contact: Elizabeth Keever, (785)- 886-7030
FOOD ASSISTANCE
VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION SERVICES
Through the Department of Children and Families, vocational rehabilitation services allow individuals with disabilities to become gainfully employed and self-sufficient.
DOUGLAS COUNTY PROVIDER OF VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION SERVICES
1901 Delaware St., Lawrence, KS 66046
Contact: Rose Francis, 785-330-8666
Fax: 785-832-3858
Email: Roseann.Francis@ks.gov
PARENTING SUPPORT
Parent Tip Cards: The Kansas Children’s Service League provides numerous printable resources for caregivers. Topics include child abuse prevention, parenting help, early childhood, bullying prevention, and behaviors.
MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES
Bert Nash Community Mental Health Center: “provides a comprehensive range of behavioral health and substance use disorders services that address the diverse needs of children, families, and adults.”
Your site’s Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Counselor!
Reach out to your Unit Director if you need additional support for your child.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
Reach out to Gabby Boyle, the Library’s Community Resource Specialist at gboyle@lawrence.lib.ks.us to be connected to specific services in the community.
City of Lawrence Community Resources
The City of Lawrence has a comprehensive guide to community resources.
211 Kansas through the United Way
Connecting Kansans to a wide range of resources and services