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Cina (Independent & Community Living)

Independent & Community Living – Cina Akidąwe

Supporting wellness and independence for every stage of life.

Cina Akidąwe offers services to help youth and elders thrive—at home, in community, and in the future.

🧓 Elder Independence Services

“Caring for our elders, so they can remain at home.”

Services Include:

  • In-home assistance (e.g., personal care, light housekeeping)

  • Home safety modifications

  • Transportation to appointments and cultural gatherings

  • Meal delivery (e.g., Meals on Wheels)

🧒 Youth Aging Out of Care

“You don’t age out of our care.”

Who This Is For:
Youth (ages 14–21) currently or formerly in foster care

Support Services:

  • Housing and transportation assistance

  • Guidance on college or vocational training

  • Help obtaining identification, employment, and life skills

💡 Life Skills & Empowerment (Coming Soon)

“Tools for strong, independent living.”

Planned Offerings:

  • Parenting support groups

  • Job readiness & resume help

  • Financial literacy & budgeting workshops

  • Digital skills and tech access programs

🎯 Let us know what would be most helpful to you. We’re building these programs with you in mind.

 

📬 Get in Touch

3313 Thrasher Rd.
White Cloud, KS 66094
Office: 785-595-3260

Crisis Line*: 402-801-0230

*The crisis line is not for reporting abuse/neglect. Phone numbers for reporting abuse and neglect are listed above.

📍 Emergency Contacts

If you’re concerned for someone’s safety, please don’t wait. Reports may be made anonymously, and we’ll treat every situation with care and confidentiality.


📞 Report Hotlines (State-by-State)

Kansas:

  • Child or Elder Abuse: 1-800-922-5330

Nebraska:

  • Abuse & Neglect Hotline: 1-800-652-1999

Missouri:

  • Child Abuse & Neglect Hotline: 1-800-392-3738

💬 Reports may be made anonymously.