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"We didn't know how much help was available until we asked." Parent

Rainbows ConnectionSM In-Home Respite Care provides families with a much-needed break from the daily care of children or adults with disabilities.  There are three different types of care available:

  • Respite -- occasional or temporary assistance of at least three hours in the family's home or in the provider's licensed home.  Requests must be made by parents or guardians and should be received at least seven days before the date of service.
  • Overnight Respite -- 15 consecutive hours including a nighttime sleep period.  Requests should be received at least three weeks before the start of respite.
  • On-Going Home Care or Supportive Home Care -- regularly occurring care provided in the family's home or provider's licensed home.  Requests should be written in the format of a monthly schedule and received at least seven days before the beginning date of service.

For Rainbows ConnectionSM In-home Services please fill out Services Application (pdf)

Family Support Services Parent Handbook

Download a copy of the family support services parent handbook here. The handbook covers policies and gives parents pertinent information about their child's care.

Camp Woodchuck Painting the Town- Summer 2009

Over 70 children and young adults ages 6 – 21 with multiple disabilities enjoy summer camp activities at Rainbows ConnectionSM Camp Woodchuck. The energetic group enjoys recreational and leisure activities with a different theme each week all summer long through Rainbows ConnectionSM services at 2901 W. Taft Street, Wichita, Kansas.

This summer’s theme is “Camp Woodchuck Painting the Town.” Campers have taken on community service projects to give back to others in need. This year’s activities feature a camp choir that practices daily and performs upon request at the center as well as around town.

To attend Camp Woodchuck, participants must have a diagnosis of mental retardation or a developmental disability. Each camper receives individual attention, assistance and supervision as needed. “It’s the perfect option for those who have restricted mobility or use a wheelchair,” says Deb Voth, Vice President. “The annual talent show is one of my favorites.”

Order Camp Woodchuck tshirts before they disappear!

Voices of the Rainbow 2009

 

Camp Woodchuck Talent Show 2009

 

Camp Woodchuck Fashion Show 2009

 

Family BBQ Camp Woodchuck 2009

 

First day at Camp Woodchuck 2009

 

Delivering Meals on Wheels 2008

 


Family Barbecue Celebration 2008

 

Voices of the Rainbow 2008

First Day of Camp 2008

Latchkey

Latchkey was developed in response to parents' requests for assistance after school and on days when the local school system is closed.  Latchkey operates weekday mornings and afternoons out of Rainbows Connection at 2901 West Taft, Wichita.

Latchkey is available to children ages 6 through 21 who:

  • have a diagnosis of mental retardation and/or developmental disabilities.
  • are enrolled in school.
  • live in their family's home.

Center-Based Respite Care: a recreational weekend program for children with multiple disabilities.  This service is offered through Rainbows ConnectionSM 2901 West Taft  for children ages 6 through 21.

Rainbows ConnectionSM Center Based Services (must fill out both)Services Application 1 (pdf) 
Services Application 2 (pdf)

Camp Woodchuck

Rainbows ConnectionSM Camp Woodchuck is a summer recreational and leisure program for children and youth ages five to 18 with multiple disabilities.  Camp Woodchuck is an appropriate setting for people who have restricted mobility and/or use wheelchairs as their primary form of mobility.

Campers can expect to enjoy

  • water play
  • spirit competitions
  • movies
  • talent contests
  • arts and crafts
  • fun staff
  • group games
  • relaxation
  • outdoor play

To register for Rainbows ConnectionSM Family Support Services, contact the Family Support Supervisor at (316) 684-7060 ext. 121.

2009 Camp Brochure