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Department for Aging and Disability Services
Home MenuSerious Emotional Disturbance (SED)
The Serious Emotional Disturbance (SED) waiver provides children with some mental health conditions and special intensive support to help them remain in their homes and communities. The term “serious emotional disturbance” refers to a diagnosed mental health condition that substantially disrupts a child's ability to function socially, academically, and/or emotionally. Parents and children are actively involved in planning for all services.
Services
- Parent Support and Training
- Independent Living/Skills Building
- Short Term Respite Care
- Wraparound Facilitation
- Professional Resource Family Care
- Attendant Care
Eligibility
- Be age 4-18 years old;
- Have a diagnosed mental health condition which substantially disrupts the ability to function socially, academically, and/or emotionally;
- Be at risk of inpatient psychiatric treatment;
- Meet CAFAS assessment and CBCL threshold for eligibility;
- Be financially eligible for Medicaid.
Enrollment
To apply for the SED waiver, contact your local Community Mental Health Center (CMHC). A list of all CMHCs by county is published on Page 12 of the Access Guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs
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What happens next?
Additional Information
For additional information or assistance you may follow the provided link to contact the KanCare Ombudsman.
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Renewal Information
Find waiver status, renewal, and public comment information here: Serious Emotional Disturbance Waiver Information.
Contact
SED Waiver Program Manager
Sam Philbern
785-296-6843
785-296-0256 (Fax)
Samuel.Philbern@ks.gov
Mail:
Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services
Attention: Home and Community Based Services
503 S. Kansas Ave.
Topeka, KS 66603-3404