Aging and Human Services
Central Office: 913-715-8800
11811 S. Sunset Drive, Suite 1300, Olathe, Kansas 66061
Johnson County’s Aging and Human Services department manages programs and activities that support the independence, dignity and self-sufficiency of Johnson County residents. These services and opportunities primarily target older adults, people with disabilities, low-income families, and other residents who require assistance.
Johnson County Library (JCL) will be hosting a series of events this fall featuring two knowledgeable and dynamic speakers on the topic of ageism, and how that relates to the unique set of challenges facing those 50 and over in today’s competitive job market and their future in retirement.
On Tues. Sept. 28, at 6:30 pm, Rethinking Aging will be presented by Janine Vanderburg, Initiative Director at Changing the Narrative, who will share her thoughts about aging and ageism. This one hour virtual program will be followed on Sat., Oct. 2 at 10:30 am by an Advocacy Letter Writing workshop where she will explain how to write powerful and compelling letters to elected officials and community influencers to help drive change.
On Thurs., Sept. 30 at 6:30 pm, 55, Underemployed, and Faking Normal will be presented by Elizabeth White, Ted Talk speaker and author of the above-titled book. She will share her experiences as an older adult facing uncertain work and financial insecurity. This one hour virtual program will be followed on Sat., Oct. 2 at 9:00am by Build Your Resilience Circle workshop where she will lead participants through ways to form a support group or resilience circle of like- minded folks experiencing similar issues related to aging, employment and retirement on a limited income. Before attending, Johnson County Library recommends participating in her live presentation on Sept. 30th or watching the program after on Library OnDemand or reading her book. JCL will be giving away copies of her book to the first 50 registrants for the program.
The Johnson County Park & Recreation District will host two days of live virtual sessions hosted via Zoom on Tuesday and Wedneday, September 14 & 15th from 9:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. The sessions will focus on ways to help you live life well. Local experts will discuss topics meant to provide tips, resources and take-aways that are available online or right here in your community.
The event is free to all attendees but pre-registration is required. An event bag with program details, resources, and goodies will be available for pickup on Monday, September 13 for every participant who registers by Wednesday, September 8.
The Kansas Emergency Rental Assistance (KERA) program opened on March 15th, 2021. The program is available for residents of Johnson County who have fallen behind on their rent due to a Covid related hardship. Eligibility includes the following: 80% of area medium income, past due rent or utilities occurring after April 1st, 2020, and have a Covid related hardship. The KERA program can help with rental arrears, as well as the potential to assist with future rent payments. The application can be found at https://kshousingcorp.org/emergency-rental-assistance/.
See the Rent Assistance Flier.
Information regarding the Coronavirus Vaccinations is available at https://www.jocogov.org/covid-19-vaccine or call the health department at 913-715-2819 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday through Friday if you need help making an appointment.
Questions can be e-mailed to [email protected] .
Human Services is taking a number of precautionary measures to protect our clients, volunteers, and staff as we continue to monitor the coronavirus (COVID-19). We are working with Johnson County government to make the best decisions concerning our programs and services.
All updates will be posted to the webpage: County services impacted by COVID-19
This new guide features information about food and nutrition, care in the home, transportation and more. You can also request an assessment or a service via a new online form.
The EYO directory is a guide to resources and services in Johnson County with bookmarks, hyperlinks and special features for adults 60 and older.
111 S Cherry St, Olathe, KS 66061 | 913-715-5000 | TDD: 800-766-3777
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