CAPACares

CAPACares CAPACares provides services in three key areas: Counseling, Family Support Services, and Community Education.

Through CAPACares' comprehensive programs, we aim to promote healing from traumatic experiences, strengthen families, and create a safer Kansas City community for all. CAPACares provides individual and family counseling for adults and children who have experienced trauma. CAPACares' Healthy Families Jackson County (TM) program provides home visiting and family support services for pregnant moms and new parents with children up to age 3. CAPACares also provides educational services, including Parenting Education classes, Mandated Reporter Training, and community-based Prevention Education Outreach. If you want to learn more about CAPACares' services, please call our main office at (816) 252-8388.

Balancing compassion and community like the finest acrobat, The Health Forward Foundation helps us lift up families and ...
09/22/2025

Balancing compassion and community like the finest acrobat, The Health Forward Foundation helps us lift up families and shine a brighter light on the future of KC kids.

Join us "Under the Big Top" Saturday, October 11. Visit bit.ly/CAPACares50 to get your tickets or learn more.

Not attending the gala? You can STILL be a hero for kids and families! Grab your Golden Ticket and you could win a relax...
09/20/2025

Not attending the gala? You can STILL be a hero for kids and families! Grab your Golden Ticket and you could win a relaxing getaway or a gorgeous necklace and CAPACares’ work in our community at the same time.

But don’t wait, tickets are limited! Head to bit.ly/CAPACares50 today!

On mobile: Tap “More” (circle with three dots) at the bottom right corner, then choose Golden Ticket Raffle.
On desktop: Click Golden Ticket Raffle on the lefthand side of the page.

Every ticket brings hope and healing to KC kids and families, and puts you in the running for an unforgettable prize!

Step right up for a night of wonder!From magic and juggling to stilt walking and hula hooping, it's sure to be a night t...
09/17/2025

Step right up for a night of wonder!

From magic and juggling to stilt walking and hula hooping, it's sure to be a night to remember, all set to the live music of The Crossroad Sound. Our gala on October 11 will be unforgettable.

Seats are still available! Can't make it? Support us another way, by purchasing a Golden Ticket. You'll have great odds to win an amazing prize, all while helping us continue to serve KC kids and families.

Head to bit.ly/CAPACares50 to get your tickets or learn more.

Under the Big Top, dreams take flight, and with the support of The Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation, we’re reaching new ...
09/15/2025

Under the Big Top, dreams take flight, and with the support of The Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation, we’re reaching new heights together.

Join us "Under the Big Top" Saturday, October 11. Visit bit.ly/CAPACares50 to get your tickets or learn more.

Can’t make it to the gala? You can STILL make a big impact! Our Golden Ticket Raffle is your chance to support CAPACares...
09/13/2025

Can’t make it to the gala? You can STILL make a big impact! Our Golden Ticket Raffle is your chance to support CAPACares and win an unforgettable prize. But hurry, tickets are limited and will sell out fast!

On mobile: Tap “More” (circle with three dots) at the bottom right corner, then select Golden Ticket Raffle.
On desktop: Click Golden Ticket Raffle on the lefthand side of the page.

Every ticket you buy helps us bring hope and healing to local kids and families. Don’t miss your chance to win an awesome prize while doing some good right here in KC!

Head to bit.ly/CAPACares50 to get your tickets or learn more.

Today we’re celebrating Brittany’s first CAPAversary!As our Director of Clinical Services, Brittany has brought a wealth...
09/11/2025

Today we’re celebrating Brittany’s first CAPAversary!

As our Director of Clinical Services, Brittany has brought a wealth of knowledge, fresh energy, and innovative ideas to CAPACares. In just one year, her leadership has made an incredible impact across the organization.

When asked to describe her experience at CAPACares in one word, Brittany chose “Refreshing,” sharing that this is the first place she’s worked where self-care, trauma-informed practices, and therapist well-being are more than just words; they’re truly lived out every day.

When asked what inspires her, Brittany said, "I love working with our team of therapists - they are all so passionate about their work. It's also incredibly rewarding to see our clinical interns grow in their skills while they are with us. I am so grateful that we get to have such a profound impact on our community by training the next generation of helpers."

Colleagues describe Brittany as kind, warm, and genuine, a true protector and champion for everyone she works with. She has an amazing ability to see situations from every angle and find solutions that serve both our clinicians and our clients. Whether offering thoughtful advice, stepping in to guide a tough case, or bringing laughter with her great sense of humor, Brittany’s leadership and heart have strengthened CAPACares in countless ways. We’re so grateful for everything she does and couldn’t ask for a better Director of Clinical Services!

Su***de is still a leading cause of death among young people, but hope and help are powerful tools. This World Su***de P...
09/10/2025

Su***de is still a leading cause of death among young people, but hope and help are powerful tools. This World Su***de Prevention Day, we want to share three ways you can support kids in your life:

1. Listen without judgment. Give them space to talk about feelings, even the hard ones.

2. Ask directly if they’re okay. Talking about su***de doesn’t 'plant the idea,' it shows you care and that they're not alone.

3. Know where to turn for help. Share resources like 988 (Su***de & Crisis Lifeline) and trusted mental health professionals, like CAPACares.

Your support can be life-saving. For more information about preventing kid and teen su***de, visit https://bit.ly/4maxKb1.

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Every great show has stars behind the scenes — thank you, Junior Service League of Independence, for being part of the m...
09/08/2025

Every great show has stars behind the scenes — thank you, Junior Service League of Independence, for being part of the magic that makes our work possible.

Join us "Under the Big Top" Saturday, October 11. Visit bit.ly/CAPACares50 to get your tickets or learn more.

Applause, applause! Edward Jones agent Danielle Trabon is helping us make our gala a standing-ovation success. We’re gra...
09/04/2025

Applause, applause! Edward Jones agent Danielle Trabon is helping us make our gala a standing-ovation success. We’re grateful for your support center stage.

Join us "Under the Big Top" Saturday, October 11. Visit bit.ly/CAPACares50 to get your tickets or learn more.

If you're seeing this, it means our Golden Ticket Raffle is live! Only 100 tickets will be sold, giving you great odds t...
09/02/2025

If you're seeing this, it means our Golden Ticket Raffle is live! Only 100 tickets will be sold, giving you great odds to win a Royal Caribbean cruise for Two, a 7-night Myrtle Beach villa stay, or a 14 k gold necklace with .25 carats of diamonds and beautiful enamel details.

Golden Tickets will be available at $100 each until sold out or until the drawing at our 50th Anniversary Gala on October 11. You don't have to be present to win, so don't miss out!

With your help, this raffle will raise $10,000 to support our programs that strengthen families and build resiliency in kids right here in KC.

Head to bit.ly/CAPACares50 and click "Golden Ticket Raffle" on the lefthand side to get your tickets. If you’re on your mobile device, click “Buy” from the bottom ribbon.

Our offices are closed today, but if you are in immediate crisis, please call 911, go to your nearest emergency room, or...
09/01/2025

Our offices are closed today, but if you are in immediate crisis, please call 911, go to your nearest emergency room, or call/text 988 to reach the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline.

Today we’re celebrating Lindsey’s second CAPAversary! As our Community Education Manager, Lindsey oversees all of CAPACa...
08/28/2025

Today we’re celebrating Lindsey’s second CAPAversary! As our Community Education Manager, Lindsey oversees all of CAPACares’ education programs, helping kids, families, and community partners learn, connect, and grow.

When asked to sum up her time at CAPACares, Lindsey shared one word: empowering. “This experience has allowed me to support others through advocacy and education — and in the process, I’ve grown personally and professionally. CAPACares is driven by a mission to create real change for children and families, and being part of that mission has pushed me to grow, speak up, and stay committed to something bigger than myself.”

We couldn't agree more! Here are some comments colleagues shared about Lindsey:
💙“Lindsey has been instrumental in our connections with agency partners.”
💙“She goes above and beyond every day, pouring her heart into the community, children, and families we serve.”
💙“She’s a team player, an out-of-the-box thinker, and so creative!”
💙"Lindsey is great at making clients and staff feel supported and heard. She is passionate about the work she does, shows a lot of compassion to others and is always willing to lend a helping hand."

Thank you, Lindsey, for the passion, creativity, and heart you bring to our mission every day.

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503 E 23rd Street S
Independence, MO
64055

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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