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A photo of two adults reading a picture book to a child is at the top of the image. In the center is a white shape with blue writing in the center reading "Exploring Mental Health with Kids Through Stories and Activities." There are colorful blue and pink shapes around the white shape, including a pink CAPA heart. The CAPA logo is at the bottom of the image.
General  /  July 25, 2024

Exploring Mental Health with Children

Naming Feelings and Finding Calm Understanding mental health is important for kids and adults. It helps kids know their feelings, realize they are not alone,... Read more: Exploring Mental Health with Children
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General  /  July 18, 2024

Resources for Easy, Kid-Friendly Activities

  Looking for fun and easy activities to do with the kids in your life this summer? We’ve got lots of suggestions! Check out the... Read more: Resources for Easy, Kid-Friendly Activities
A family is walking down a hiking trail in the woods. Overlay text says "Free Fun in Kansas City."
General  /  July 11, 2024

Free Fun in Kansas City

  Keeping kids busy during the summer can be challenging, but it’s a great time to build connections and make memories together! Here are some... Read more: Free Fun in Kansas City
A young girl and a young boy are seen happily folding and sorting laundry together in a bright, well-lit room. The girl, wearing a yellow striped long-sleeve shirt and green leggings, is placing folded towels into a large gray laundry hamper. The boy, dressed in a plaid shirt and dark pants, is holding a stack of green towels with white stars. Both children are smiling, indicating they are enjoying the chore. The room is tidy, with a light-colored carpet and furniture in the background.
General  /  July 2, 2024

Summertime Structure

Five Practical Tips to Balance Fun and Routine This Summer Summertime often brings fun activities like days by the pool, grilling outside, a trip to a... Read more: Summertime Structure
A collage of photos from the "Play Like a Kid! 2024" event shows adults engaging in various outdoor activities, including a three-legged race, group exercises, and team photos. Participants are smiling and having fun, wearing colorful outfits and event-themed T-shirts. The central image features a banner with cartoon children and the event's name and year. The event appears to be well-attended, with tents and an audience visible in the background.
Events  /  June 11, 2024

Play Like a Kid! 2024 Recap

This year’s Play Like a Kid! Field Day FUNdraiser was the best one yet!  The weather was perfect, the company was excellent, and it’s safe... Read more: Play Like a Kid! 2024 Recap
A timeline outlining the DEIB (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging) initiatives from November 2020 to September 2024. Timeline Details: Nov. 2020: 3-part DEIB training for staff and interns Dec. 2020: DEIB training for board ...: Hiatus due to COVID Feb. 2023: DEIB journey re-launch Mar. 2023: First retreat Apr. 2023: DEIB committee formed Sept. 2023: Second retreat Oct. 2023: Committee drafted DEIB Statement Feb. 2024: Teams begin chart of work Sep. 2024: Third retreat
General  /  June 6, 2024

DEIB Update

We’re dedicated to fostering diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB). To break it down, diversity is about celebrating and representing our differences; equity is making... Read more: DEIB Update
Messages from Leadership  /  May 31, 2024

Leadership Transition

A Letter from CAPA’s Board President Dear CAPA Community, It is with gratitude and optimism that I announce a leadership transition at the Child Abuse... Read more: Leadership Transition
**Alt text:** "CAPA's Impact in 2023" infographic by the Child Abuse Prevention Association (CAPA). **Counseling:** - 325 individuals served - 14,487 hours of counseling - 94% of counseling clients demonstrated progress toward one or more of their therapeutic goals **Family Support:** - 389 total visits - 39 families served - 92% of participating families demonstrated increased resilience and family function **Community Education:** - 1,100+ people served - 481+ hours of education - Including: - 84 outreach events - 186 hours of outreach - 40 mandated reporters trained - More than 269 children, adults, and professionals participated in structured Prevention Education curricula - 184 Social Emotional Learning (SEL) students received 147 hours of education - 45 Parenting Skills Training (PST) participants received 148 hours of education with 100% agreeing their parenting skills and understanding of child development increased At the bottom, the URL "capacares.org" is displayed.
General  /  April 5, 2024

CAPA’s Impact in 2023

A Year of Helping and Healing Here’s how we made a difference in 2023. Counseling Services We provided 325 people with 14,487 hours of counseling.... Read more: CAPA’s Impact in 2023
Events  /  May 2, 2023

Play Like a Kid!

When is the last time you PLAYED like a KID?! Team Registration is NOW OPEN for our second annual Play Like a Kid Field Day... Read more: Play Like a Kid!
Ways to Give  /  April 10, 2023

Show Your Support

April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month! This month, reach out to CAPA for a Blue Ribbon window decal (suggested donation $25). By displaying a... Read more: Show Your Support

Frequently Asked Questions

CAPACares helps children, adults, and families feel safe, supported, and strong. We provide counseling, home visiting support, and community education programs. Our goal is to help people heal, grow, and build healthy relationships.

We offer three main types of services:
  • Counseling for people of all ages.
  • Home visiting through Healthy Families Jackson County™, which supports parents and caregivers
  • Community education, including parenting classes, social-emotional learning, and mandated reporter training
If you’re not sure which service is right for you, we can help you figure that out.

If you are worried about a child’s safety, it’s important to speak up. Making a report can help connect a child and their family to support and resources they may urgently need. You do not need proof to make a report—just a concern.

Reports can be made anonymously, and the goal is always to protect children and help families.

You can call the child abuse hotline for your state or the national hotline:
  • Missouri: 1-800-392-3738 (Outside Missouri: 573-751-3448)
  • Kansas: 1-800-922-5330 (Outside Kansas: 785-296-0044)
  • National Child Abuse Hotline: 1-800-422-4453
If you’re unsure whether to report, remember calling can be the first step toward help, healing, and safety for a child.

Healthy Families Jackson County™ is a home visiting program that supports parents and caregivers with young children up to age three. Family Support Specialists offer guidance, encouragement, and tools to help families thrive.

To learn more or get started, email our Family Support Team or call (816) 252-8388.

We offer parenting skills classes, prevention education, social-emotional learning programs, and mandated reporter trainings.

You can find upcoming find upcoming Parenting Skills Training (PST) classes and register online here. To schedule a presenter or ask questions, email our Community Education Manager or call (816) 601-0550 x 212.

Because of the sensitive nature of our work, on-site volunteer opportunities are limited. However, there are still meaningful ways to support CAPACares.

Please email or call our Development Office at (816) 252-8388 x313. We’d love to talk with you about how you can help.

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CAPACares is committed to preventing and treating all forms of child abuse and neglect by creating changes in individuals, families,
and society to strengthen relationships and promote healing. Contact us today to learn more: (816) 252-8388