Kansas residents living with a traumatic brain injury (TBI) have access to a variety of advocacy organizations, state programs, and community resources that can support recovery and long-term independence. Organizations such as the Disability Rights Center of Kansas and the Brain Injury Association of Kansas and Greater Kansas City help individuals and families understand their rights, access available services, and connect with support networks throughout the state. These resources can be valuable for individuals navigating the physical, cognitive, and emotional challenges that often follow a brain injury.
Kansas also offers several programs specifically designed to assist individuals living with acquired brain injuries, including the Brain Injury Medicaid Waiver Program and services provided through the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services. These programs may help eligible residents access care, support services, and assistance within their communities. Understanding the available government support services and resources can help Kansas residents identify programs that promote recovery, independence, and quality of life after a traumatic brain injury.
Advocacy
Kansas Advocacy & Protective Services – Disability Rights Center of Kansas
214 S.W. 6th Avenue, Suite 100, Topeka, KS 66603
| Phone | (785) 273-9661 |
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| Toll Free | (877) 776-1541 |
| Fax | (785) 273-9414 |
Funding
Acquired Brain Injury Medicaid Long-Term Care Waiver Program
Dept. of Medicaid Services, Cabinet for Health and Family Services, 275 East Main Street, 6W-B, Frankfort, KY 40621
| Phone | (502) 564-5198 |
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| [email protected] | |
| Brain Injury Services Branch Manager | Leslie Hoffmann, |
Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services
Dept. of Social & Rehab Services, Docking State Office Building, 915 S.W. Harrison, 5th Fl., North Topeka, KS 66612
| Phone | (785) 296-3773 |
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Kansas Department for Children and Families
Dept. of Social & Rehab Services, P.O. Box 1424, 500 S.W. Van Buren Street, Topeka, KS 66601
| Phone | (785) 296-2500 |
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Brain Injury Medicaid Waiver Program
Dept. of Social & Rehab Services, Division of Health Care Policy, Community Supports & Services, Docking State Office Building, 915 S.W. Harrison Street, 10th Fl., East Topeka, KS 66612-1570
| Phone | (785) 296-3271 |
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Support
Brain Injury Association of Kansas and Greater Kansas City
6701 W. 64th Street, Suite 120, Overland Park, KS 66202
| Phone | (913) 745-8883 |
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| Fax | (913) 745-8890 |
| Website | biaks.org |
| [email protected] |
Statute of Limitations and Repose
How to use this list of Kansas Statutes of Limitations and Repose
- “General Tort” is the statute of limitations for most personal injury or negligence claims (e.g., car accidents, slip and fall, general liability).
- “Medical Malpractice is the statute of limitations for lawsuits against healthcare providers and hospitals for alleged negligence or errors in medical care. The phrase “from act/omission” = Time starts from the date of the alleged malpractice. The phrase “from discovery” = Time starts from when the injury was discovered or should have been discovered. The medical malpractice statute of repose is an absolute deadline after the act of malpractice, regardless of when the injury is discovered. After this period, no claim can be brought, even if the injury was not discovered until later.
- “Products Liability”is the statute of limitations for claims involving injuries caused by defective or dangerous products. The products liability statute of repose is the maximum time after the product was manufactured, sold, or delivered that a lawsuit may be filed, regardless of when the injury occurred or was discovered.
- “Workers’ Compensation” is statute of limitations for filing a workers’ compensation claim for work-related injuries or occupational diseases. The following phrases apply: “from injury” = Time starts from the date of the injury; “from last payment” = Time starts from the date of the last payment; “from knowledge/discovery” = Time starts from when the injury or occupational disease was, or should have been, discovered; “from first symptom” = For occupational diseases, time starts from first manifestation of symptoms; and “from act/discovery” = Whichever is later, the date of the act or the date the injury was discovered.
- Each entry includes the relevant statute citation for your further research or verification. And “N/A” means that there is no statute of repose or not applicable for that claim type in that state.
Remember that statute of limitations and repose can change, so it is essential to:
- Confirm the current law as soon as possible.
- Remember that there is no substitute for consulting an experienced attorney on a potential legal matter as soon as possible.
- Remember that the facts of the case can alter or change the Statutes of Limitations.
General Tort: Kan. Stat. Ann. § 60-513(a)(4) (2 years from injury/discovery); Kan. Stat. Ann. § 60-513(b) (10 years repose)
Medical Malpractice: Kan. Stat. Ann. § 60-513(a)(7) (2 years from injury/discovery, 4 years repose)
Products Liability: Kan. Stat. Ann. § 60-513 (2 years); Kan. Stat. Ann. § 60-3303 (10 years repose)
Workers’ Comp: Kan. Stat. Ann. § 44-520 (a) (1) (30 days from injury/20 days from last day of employment)