
Kansas City had 508,090 residents in the 2020 Census, making it the largest city in Missouri, and about 14.3% of residents are 65 or older (U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts). Many of them want to stay in their own homes. HomeTeam helps Missouri residents in Kansas City arrange care at home, including through Consumer Directed Services (CDS), which lets eligible participants choose their own caregiver while HomeTeam handles payroll and paperwork. Our Missouri CDS guide explains the basics.
The Kansas City area crosses the Missouri and Kansas border, and the rules change at that line. Missouri CDS is a Missouri program, so it is for people who live on the Missouri side. If you are not sure which side your address is on, call us and we will tell you before you spend time on paperwork. If you live in Kansas, we will point you toward the right place to start rather than guess.
We help Missouri families across the Kansas City area, including Jackson, Clay, Platte and Cass counties, and nearby Ray, Lafayette and Johnson counties. See our pages for Jackson County and Lafayette County.
In a city this size, a lot of care is already being given by a daughter, a son or a spouse. CDS can sometimes make it possible for that family member to be the paid caregiver. Read how this works in our guide to paid family caregivers in Missouri, then call us to find out whether you qualify.
Do you serve Kansas City, Kansas? Missouri CDS is a Missouri program, so we focus on Missouri residents. Call (314) 863-5987 if you are unsure.
Do I need to be on Medicaid? CDS eligibility has specific requirements. Our eligibility guide explains who qualifies and how to apply.
Accepted by multiple longer-termcare insurance policies.
Clients are assigned a care coordinator who works directly with each client.
To navigate all the potential options available for loved ones.
“My mother is very happy with your services. You and your team are truly a blessing to our family.”


Daily activities to make life easier including cooking, dressing, grooming, bathing/personal hygiene, mobility, assistance with meds and much more.
Consumer Directed Services (CDS) is a personalized approach to caregiving that puts individuals in control of their own support services. It's like having the remote control for your care, allowing you to choose who provides your assistance and when. Instead of a one-size-fits-all approach, CDS tailors caregiving to your unique needs and preferences.


Helping in and around your home such as bathroom and kitchen cleaning, meal preparation, laundry and much more.
Relieving a family member or the primary personal care giver temporarily from daily home or personal care tasks.


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