Resident Assistance Programs

Community Resources

Crisis and Suicide Prevention

If you need immediate assistance, please call the Sedgwick County COMCARE Crisis Line at (316) 660-7500.  COMCARE’s Crisis Stabilization Unit (CSU) provides a safe, structured environment for out-of-home stabilization and serves as a community-based alternative to psychiatric hospitalization. At the CSU clients have access to clinicians and case managers who specialize in mental health crisis intervention. The twelve bed facility is located at 1720 East Morris in Wichita and includes two living room areas, a dining area, kitchen, bathrooms, and laundry facilities. The CSU is licensed as a Residential Care Facility by the Kansas Department of Aging and Disability Services.

Sedgwick County Transportation (SCT)

Providing transportation for individuals 60 years of age or older and persons with disabilities.   Rides for medical appointments, social services, banks, and grocery shopping.  Door-to-door (origination to destination).  Safe, friendly and affordable ($3 one-way trip (round-trip $6).  Visit https://www.sedgwickcounty.org/aging/transportation/ for more information and to apply.

United Way Guide to Services in Sedgwick County

A quick guide to basic services available in Sedgwick County, Kansas including such topics as Information & Referral, Shelter, Clothing, Food, Employment & Job Training, Children & Youth, Counseling and Mental Health, Medical, Alcohol & Drug Services, Debt, Credit, & Budget Counseling, and Housing.  For more information visit www.211kansas.org or dial 2-1-1 toll free 24/7.

Maize Commodities Program

The Commodities Program is available to the citizens of Maize, KS. Distribution is on the 3rd Thursday of every other month starting in February. The next distribution will be held on June 19, 2025 at 12:00PM. Pick up location is at the Maize Public Works Building located at 5600 N. Maize Rd. Supplies may be limited and distributed on a first come, first served basis. Please bring your own box or containers for pick up.

Public Storm Shelters

Public Tornado Shelters are located in the basement of the Community Building at 401 S. Khedive and City Hall, 10100 W Grady Ave. Enter via the storm shelter entrance on the front side of the building near the flag poles.