In all areas of our business, we are committed to working together with individuals and families to provide high quality, responsive service. Our mission is to coordinate services to individuals that promote mental and physical well-being, personal dignity, and independence.

We provide you with information about all of your options and assist you to develop a plan of service that helps attain your values and goals. Our staff of Case Managers have over 30 years of combined experience and are committed to working together with you. We realize life can be hectic. And because of our commitment, flexible hours are available.

Our Services Information and Referral—Information about MR/DD services or services provided by other agencies. You do not have to be eligible for Case Management to get information and referral services. Service Placement—Case Managers help people find the right school, the right job, or the right place to live. Service Coordination—Case Managers help coordinate services from multiple providers. Advocacy—An advocate is defined as “one who pleads on behalf of another.” In other words, an advocate is a person who will help another person with a problem they cannot handle alone. Case Managers protect the rights of people with MR/DD. Service Monitoring—Case Managers check to see that a person with MR/DD is getting help. They may visit a person’s home, school program, or workplace to make sure the individual is receiving the services they desire. Major Unusual Incident Investigation/Reporting—Any event which could or does affect the quality of life of a person—such as abuse or an unexpected serious illness is a major incident. Whenever a major incident occurs in the life of a person with MR/DD, a Case Manager is responsible for reporting the incident to the designated authorities.

Our Values Customer Focus – we seek to serve the community with compassion and respect. We welcome information from our customers concerning their needs. We believe that each individual is created uniquely and the supports and services needed to enhance the life of each individual must be developed around the strengths and needs of that individual. Quality Service – we are committed to excellence, professionalism, continuous improvement, and strive to be a high-quality, innovative organization. We encourage creativity, innovation, and risk-taking. Communication – Open, direct communication both inside and outside the organization is encouraged. Decision-making and problem solving involve those persons who are most knowledgeable of the issues, as well as those affected by the decision. Integrity – We strive to be faithful to the vision and the mission of Choices Network Inc. Differences and diversity within the organization are valued and encouraged. Mutual Support – Our success is dependent on the working relationships among individuals. We value the work of others and strive to be aware of how our work impacts one another.

Who is eligible for Case Management Services?
Anyone in Kansas who has MR/DD may be eligible. Eligibility is determined by your local Community Developmental Disability Organization. The process can be confusing. Choices Network Inc. can assist you in gathering the information needed to determine eligibility. Please call our office for more information on eligibility.

For information about how to access these services, please
contact Brenda Cook at ext. 16 or by email at bcook@choicesnetwork.net.