Department of Aging and Disabilities
The Sedgwick County Department of Aging and Disabilities provides services to adults 55+ and individuals with disabilities in Sedgwick County in an effort to assist them in maintaining independence.
Helping Older Adults and Individuals with Disabilities Remain Independent
The Department of Aging and Disabilities is responsible for planning and coordinating a system to meet the needs of older adults and individuals with disabilities in the Sedgwick County area. Special emphasis is given to the needs of low income, minority, frail and disabled adults to prevent costly institutionalization. The department's focus is on providing home and community-based services, including home delivered meals, supportive services, transportation, information and assistance and linking individuals in need to available services through the department or other resources in the community.
What's new at Sedgwick County Department of Aging and Disabilities?
Legal Notice of Intent to Fund - Central Plains Area Agency on Aging
The Central Plains Area Agency on Aging (CPAAA) intends to fund various programs through Older Americans Act Funds for fiscal year 2027, beginning October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027.
The programs currently funded by the Older Americans Act include newspaper services, legal services, placement services, information and assistance, education and training, homemaker services, personal care, case management, material aid, minor home repair, congregate and home delivered meals, evidence-based health promotion and disease prevention, evidence-based physical fitness/exercise programs, caregiver assistance, caregiver counseling, caregiver support groups, caregiver training, caregiver public information services and respite. These programs serve individuals 60 years and over and their caregivers. The service areas include all of Butler, Harvey, and Sedgwick counties.
If you wish to obtain funding information or have questions, please contact Central Plains Area Agency on Aging at (800) 367-7298, via email at oaa@cpaaa.org, or in writing at 271 W 3rd St N Suite 500 Wichita, KS. 67202. All letters of interest must be received by May 11, 2026 to be considered for funding.
How can we help? - Our friendly team is here to answer your questions, offer practical advice and connect you to local services – call 316-660-5120 or 800-367-7298 to speak with a trained team member.