To learn, to grow, to reach for the stars...these are the goals and dreams of the people served by Lakemary - children and adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities. Since 1969, Lakemary has been a leader in providing opportunities for individuals with special needs. Helping maximize the freedom and control they bring to their lives is what Lakemary is all about. Each year, Lakemary touches the lives of more than 600 individuals and their families. Our children's psychiatric residential treatment program and school are located on a beautiful 32-acre campus in Paola. In addition, a wide range of individualized services for adults and children are provided at sites throughout Miami and Johnson counties. From early intervention for at-risk infants and toddlers to retirement supports for older adults - Lakemary provides a lifetime of opportunities for those we serve.

Enhancing the quality of life of residents, staff and the community at large within a framework of Mennonite Values. We provide the type of living accommodations, work place and community care we would desire for ourselves and our loved ones. We achieve to extend hospitality, build friendships, embrace the call and offer life with dignity.

Welcome to Great Living at McCrite Plaza! Established in 1975 in Topeka, KS, our family owned and operated retirement community has remained committed to providing the best in senior living. Our locations in Topeka, KS and Kansas City, MO offer luxury independent and assisted living apartment homes in a comfortable, safe, and well-designed community to meet your needs now and in the future. McCrite Plaza Topeka has broken the mold of the traditional “nursing home.” As your needs change in the future, we offer a wide range of services to provide senior care that is tailored to the needs of our residents. Along with Independent and Assisted Living the Topeka location offers rehabilitation services in our Medicare certified post-acute unit and skilled care including hospice and palliative care. Our community in the Briarcliff neighborhood of Kansas City, MO is a brand new elegant residence in the English Tudor style. Our newest community is a testament to what retirement should look like for you or your loved ones. Whether you are completely independent or just need some help with certain activities, the McCrite Plaza retirement lifestyle enables you to maintain your independence while easily accessing the help you need. Enjoy sumptuous cuisine with restaurant-style dining or watch your favorite flick in our in-house movie theater. Play cards, shoot pool or just unwind on the patio with a view that is second to none. The choice of a retirement community is an important decision that will greatly impact the quality of your life. We invite you to explore our website, but the best way to experience McCrite Plaza, is to visit our community in person. Bring a friend or family member and enjoy a complimentary lunch and tour. You will experience first-hand delicious food, apartments and living spaces and discover the vibrant and supportive environments we have created. Call us today and make an appointment to see what Great Living is all about!

Established in 1834, St. Joseph's Villa is a non-sectarian, accredited nonprofit organization that provides children with special needs and their families the opportunity to succeed through effective and innovative programs. With support from our community, we create brighter futures for those facing homelessness, mental illness, autism, special education needs, and other challenges. The Villa changes the lives of more than 3,000 children and families each year throughout Central Virginia. Our staff bring expertise from many fields to meet each individual's unique needs and build upon their strengths. We help people gain skills for long-term independence, stability, and success. St. Joseph's Villa is licensed by the Virginia Department of Social Services, Virginia Department of Education and Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services, and is certified by the Council on Accreditation for children and family services. We are an approved Medicaid provider.

Our company dates back more than 100 years to 1893 when the Penwell-Gabel funeral home was founded in Topeka. In 1977 Ren Newcomer, a 4th generation funeral director, purchased Penwell-Gabel and the company has grown consistently through the years. It now consists of 42 funeral homes and cemeteries and over 500 associates. Our funeral homes include the Penwell-Gabel Funeral Homes in Kansas, Dove Cremation & Funeral Service in Topeka, Kansas and the Newcomer Funeral Homes in Colorado, Florida, Indiana, Kentucky, Missouri, New York, Ohio, Wyoming and Wisconsin. With administrative, financial, human resources, information technology and marketing functions centralized in our Home Office in Topeka, KS, our funeral directors and staff are able to focus completely on providing the highest quality service to every family we serve— one family at a time.