CLASS LTD

17/12/2025

A bipartisan group in Congress has reintroduced the Recognizing the Role of Direct Support Professionals Act (H.R. 6137 / S. 3211). This bill would create an official Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) for Direct Support Professionals.

Why this matters:
Community providers like CLASS continue to face significant workforce shortages. Without an SOC, the federal government cannot accurately track DSP wages or workforce needs. Establishing this classification would support better rate development, improve recruitment and retention, and strengthen services for people with I/DD.

How you can help:
Please contact your members of Congress and ask them to co-sponsor this important bill.

The bipartisan Recognizing the Role of Direct Support Professionals Act urges the Office of Management and Budget to establish a Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) for direct support professionals (DSPs).

16/12/2025

It’s starting to look extra merry and bright at our Crawford County Service Center in Pittsburg! 🎄✨ Our crew has been busy decking the halls and sprinkling a little holiday magic everywhere they go.

15/12/2025

🎄🍬 Sweet holiday vibes in Parsons!

The crew at our Labette County Service Center in Parsons went all in on with gumdrops and frosting to make some gingerbread magic!

Check out these festive architects building the cutest (and tastiest) houses of the holiday season. 🏠✨

12/12/2025

Every year, CLASS recognizes and honors an Employee of the Year in each county we serve as well as one overall Employee of the Year for the organization. The employees are nominated by their peers in recognition of outstanding work, going above and beyond expectations, and exemplifying the mission of CLASS.

Congratulations to the 2025 CLASS Employee of the Year award winners!

10/12/2025

A few of our Cherokee County crew volunteered to give back to the community this holiday season by ringing bells for the Salvation Army in Pittsburg, KS at Dillons on Tuesday.

08/12/2025

You can help make the holidays special for the incredible individuals we serve by making a donation to the CLASS Client Christmas Fund.

Many of our individuals have very few resources or connections to their family and would otherwise not have the joy of receiving a gift for the holidays without your kindness and generosity. Your tax-deductible contribution of any amount to the Client Christmas Fund helps purchase Christmas gifts for individuals served by CLASS.

Visit www.classltd.org/donate or call 620.429.1212 to make a contribution to the CLASS Client Christmas Fund and bring joy and the spirit of the season to those who need it.

05/12/2025

You can make a difference in the life of an individual with an intellectual or developmental disability by opening your heart and your home.

As a CLASS Shared Living Home, you earn income while welcoming an individual with special needs to share in your life. For information on being a Shared Living Home, contact Director of Shared Living, Abby Moerer at 620.429.1212.

Find more information about CLASS and our services at www.classltd.org/class-services/

04/12/2025

Watch for our festive Cherokee County crew in the Columbus Christmas Parade tonight!

03/12/2025

🌟 Looking for a career that truly makes a difference?
Join the CLASS team and help empower individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live meaningful, fulfilling lives.

We’re hiring now for several positions—including Coaches in all counties and an LPN in Cherokee/Crawford County. If you’re compassionate, motivated, and ready to impact your community, we’d love to meet you!

💼 Why CLASS?
• Competitive wages
• Strong benefits package
• A mission-driven team that supports you every step of the way

👉 Explore all open positions and apply today: www.classltd.org/careers

CLASS is an equal opportunity employer.

02/12/2025

Our Chamber Champions loved preparing the Operation Thank You packets for the Pittsburg Area Chamber of Commerce. We truly appreciate our partnership with the Pittsburg Chamber and look forward to many more opportunities to help.

02/12/2025

It's and on this day of giving, you can help make holiday wishes come true for those we serve by making a donation to the CLASS Client Christmas Fund.

Many of our individuals have very few resources and would otherwise not have the joy of receiving a gift for the holidays without your kindness and generosity. You can make the holidays special for the incredible individuals we serve.

Visit www.classltd.org/donate or call 620.429.1212 to make a contribution to the CLASS Client Christmas Fund and bring joy and the spirit of the season to those who need it.

01/12/2025

A few of our Crawford County crew braved the weather to see the CPKC Holiday Train in City of Pittsburg, Kansas on Saturday. The guys were so inspired by seeing SmashMouth that they wanted to start working on their drum solos.