Durable Medical Equipment Assistance

Reviewed practical guidance

Eligibility and access

This section uses only the access facts AQL could connect to this exact service. Confirm the current pathway directly before relying on it.

Geography

The applicant must live in one of the Missouri or Kansas counties listed on the official page.

Income

Household income must be at or below 200% of the federal poverty level.

Medical need

A current prescription or medical order is on the published required-document list.

Reviewed practical guidance

To establish you'll probably need:

These steps use The Whole Person's public instructions. Each step links to its evidence. When the official page stops short of a full intake checklist, this guide says so instead of filling the gap.

1. 1

   Check county and income fit.

   Compare the applicant's county and household income with the current criteria on the official page.

   Review official AccessKC criteriaEvidence: Official Community Support Services page
2. 2

   Gather the documents the official page lists.

   The public checklist is specific and should be reviewed before applying.

   Have ready or be ready to discuss

   • Current prescription or medical order
   • Past 30 days of income proof for every household member age 18+
   • Social Security card, ITIN, or other valid ID for every household member age 18+
   • Photo ID for every household member age 18+
   • Proof of address from the past 30 days

   Evidence: Official Community Support Services page
3. 3

   Contact The Whole Person to begin the AccessKC application.

   The official page says the team guides applicants, answers questions, and helps make sure the application is complete.

   Evidence: Official Community Support Services page

Do not assume this part

Confirm directly before relying on the service