DSNWK

Developmental Services of Northwest Kansas (DSNWK) was recently announced as the recipient of a $90,000 grant from the Dane G. Hansen Foundation.

The grant award will be used for a new roof at Prairie Developmental Center in Atwood, three new air conditioning units for the Administrative offices in Hays and the construction of a Hygiene Room at Frontier Developmental Center in Norton.

The need for a roof at Prairie Developmental Center in Atwood has been put on hold for many years. This roof has never been replaced since DSNWK purchased the building in 1986 and is in dire need of replacement due to age and deterioration. The new air conditioning units are needed due to excessive age as these units are among the original units installed when the building was constructed in 1984. Due to the growing accessibility needs of the individuals served at Frontier Developmental Center in Norton, DSNWK has needed to renovate space within the Center where personal care and laundry supports can be better provided to meet the needs of the individuals served there. This new fully accessible Hygiene Room would include a roll-in shower, service sink, toilet, sink and washer and dryer equipment.

“We are always very appreciative of the Hansen Foundation for their on-going support of DSNWK and the people we support with developmental disabilities. This grant award is a tremendous support of our Mission of providing the highest in quality services for northwest Kansans with developmental disabilities,” said Jerry Michaud, DSNWK President.

Developmental Services of Northwest Kansas is a private, not for profit organization serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in the 18 counties of northwest Kansas. DSNWK has been providing quality services and programs to the area for more than 45 years.