Developmental Services of Northwest Kansas plans to celebrate its 50th anniversary with an open house from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 29 at Reed Developmental Center, 317 W. 13th, Hays.

The public is invited to enjoy refreshments and a 50 year timeline tour of DSNWK and its history at Reed Developmental Center. The event will also include a ribbon cutting from the Hays Area Chamber of Commerce.

DSNWK is a 501c3 nonprofit serving 18 counties in northwest Kansas with a mission to advocate for persons with disabilities and those who care about them by planning and supporting a life of dignity, interdependence, and personal satisfaction in the community.