Ability KC

Ability KC Ability KC brings together the Rehabilitation Institute of Kansas City and Children's Therapeutic Learning Center.

Ability KC brings together Rehabilitation Institute of Kansas City and Children's Therapeutic Learning Center. Whether an individual is born with or experiences in life a physical, developmental, or behavioral condition, a person is not defined by disability nor does it limit quality of life. We invite you to join the journey in helping others and changing the conversation from disability to ability.

A huge thank you to Matt Besler former U.S. Men’s National Team and Sporting KC defender, for visiting Ability KC yester...
06/19/2026

A huge thank you to Matt Besler former U.S. Men’s National Team and Sporting KC defender, for visiting Ability KC yesterday! ⚽

Matt spent time connecting with patients, sharing encouragement, and even joining in some friendly competition. His visit brought smiles, laughter, and motivation as our patients continue working toward their rehabilitation goals.

We’re grateful for the time he spent with our patients and staff and for helping inspire them to keep reaching for their goals, both on and off the field!

Summer is off to a great start at Ability KC’s therapeutic preschool! With an exciting visit from the Kansas City Zoo an...
06/18/2026

Summer is off to a great start at Ability KC’s therapeutic preschool! With an exciting visit from the Kansas City Zoo and a heartwarming “Donuts with Dad” celebration, the fun is just getting underway☀️🐢🍩

All Ability KC campuses and facilities will be closed this Friday, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth.Juneteenth is a ...
06/16/2026

All Ability KC campuses and facilities will be closed this Friday, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth.

Juneteenth is a U.S. federal holiday commemorating the emancipation of enslaved people in the United States. It is a day for celebration, education, and reflection. We stand in solidarity with our employees, patients, and communities during this important time.

Normal operating hours will resume on Monday, June 22.

When Helena first arrived at Ability KC’s therapeutic preschool in 2024, she faced significant barriers. She was unable ...
06/11/2026

When Helena first arrived at Ability KC’s therapeutic preschool in 2024, she faced significant barriers. She was unable to bear weight on her legs and wasn’t yet using verbal communication. With specialized physical, occupational, and speech therapy—and her own determination—she began making steady, meaningful progress.

Supported steps soon became strides with her gait trainer, and today, Helena is walking independently and keeping up with her classmates. Her communication has strengthened too, helping her connect, play, and participate more fully each day.

Her mom, Jessica, shares, “This place has changed her life."

Helena’s journey is part of our Thriving with Therapy campaign with KMBC 9 Cares for Kids, highlighting the life‑changing impact of medical rehabilitation therapy and the power of community support. Visit https://www.kmbc.com/article/thriving-with-therapy-helenas-story/71550449 to watch and learn more about her inspiring story.

Thanks to you, our supporters, Champions, and partners, children like Helena are thriving every day.

To support the KMBC 9 Cares for Kids campaign and help more children access transformative therapy, visit our website: https://abilitykc.org/kmbc-9-cares-for-kids-campaign/

06/10/2026

World Cup kickoff has KC buzzing. ⚽🌎

With exciting things on the horizon, we’re kicking it back to when a group of KC Current players came to Ability KC, a reminder that when sports bring people together, everyone deserves a place in the celebration.

Shoutout to KC Current and all our local teams for the way they unite Kansas City!

Big sounds and even bigger smiles! Our friends at the Mary Shaw Branton Therapeutic Preschool had a special visit from ...
06/04/2026

Big sounds and even bigger smiles!

Our friends at the Mary Shaw Branton Therapeutic Preschool had a special visit from Matt Lengas of the Kansas City Symphony this week. He taught our kiddos all about the oboe and English horn, and even played a few songs for them. A huge thank‑you to Matt for spending time with our kiddos and sharing his love of music!

Ability KC joins the community in mourning the passing of William H. Dunn Sr., a strategic visionary and philanthropist ...
06/02/2026

Ability KC joins the community in mourning the passing of William H. Dunn Sr., a strategic visionary and philanthropist who always believed in giving back to the community. His impact touched every corner of Kansas City, including Ability KC and our legacy organizations, the Rehabilitation Institute of Kansas City and Children’s Therapeutic Learning Center, where he was a great supporter of our mission.

At last year’s Ability Luncheon, we were honored to present the Bill and Jean Dunn Family with one of our Impact Awards, recognizing their longstanding leadership and personal commitment to Ability KC’s mission.

Ability KC extends heartfelt sympathy to the Dunn family and JE Dunn as we remember a leader whose impact will continue to shape our community for generations.

Ability KC is excited to announce the return of our "Thriving with Therapy" campaign as part of the KMBC 9 Cares for Kid...
06/02/2026

Ability KC is excited to announce the return of our "Thriving with Therapy" campaign as part of the KMBC 9 Cares for Kids initiative! This month kicks off our campaign highlighting the inspiring stories of children and adolescents receiving services at Ability KC, and the meaningful progress made possible through the strength of community support.

Tune in to KMBC 9 News throughout June to follow the incredible journeys of children receiving services at Ability KC. To donate to our Thriving with Therapy campaign, please visit https://abilitykc.org/kmbc-9-cares-for-kids-campaign/

We love celebrating people who give back!Last week, we were honored to welcome our 2026 Luncheon Chairs, the Winzenried'...
05/28/2026

We love celebrating people who give back!

Last week, we were honored to welcome our 2026 Luncheon Chairs, the Winzenried's, to Ability KC’s Mary Shaw Branton Therapeutic Preschool for a very special visit. Their daughter, June, chose to celebrate her recent birthday by giving back — requesting toy donations for the preschoolers instead of presents from her friends for the second year in a row.

The children lit up as the gifts were shared, and we know these toys will support meaningful moments of exploration, growth, and joy in the classroom. We are deeply grateful for Adam, Hillary, and June’s generosity, their partnership, and their continued leadership as true champions of ability.

Last week, we celebrated a remarkable group of students from Ability KC’s Mary Shaw Branton Therapeutic Preschool as the...
05/27/2026

Last week, we celebrated a remarkable group of students from Ability KC’s Mary Shaw Branton Therapeutic Preschool as they graduated and completed their final year with us—a milestone shaped by years of learning, progress, and joyful moments. Their time here has been filled with resilience and discovery, and we couldn’t be prouder of how far they’ve come. As our Preschool Manager, LaShun, shared, “We’re sad to see them go, but we love to see them grow!”

May their next chapter be bright, hopeful, and full of wonder.

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31st Street & Main St
Kansas City, MO
64108

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

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+18167517700

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