4 Resources
NAMI Kansas offers free mental health education classes, peer-led support groups, family-to-family programs, and advocacy for individuals and families affected by mental illness across the state. Fathers supporting a loved one or managing their own mental health can join groups by phone or online. The Topeka office on SW 6th Ave is open weekdays and connects callers to local NAMI affiliates across Kansas for community-based programming.
785-233-0755 · 112 SW 6th Ave #100, Topeka, KS 66603
The Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services oversees state-funded mental health and substance abuse services, licenses community mental health centers, and administers crisis and treatment programs statewide. Fathers needing referrals, benefit information, or help navigating the public behavioral health system can contact the Topeka office on S Kansas Ave weekdays. Staff can direct callers to their regional community mental health center for local services.
785-296-3959 · 503 S Kansas Ave, Topeka, KS 66603
Valeo Behavioral Health is the community mental health center serving Shawnee County, offering outpatient counseling, psychiatry, crisis response, case management, and substance use services. Fathers can walk in at SW Oakley Ave for crisis care any time or schedule an intake during business hours. Bring photo ID and insurance or income documentation if seeking sliding-fee services. Staff help uninsured clients apply for coverage and connect to support resources.
785-233-1730 · 330 SW Oakley Ave, Topeka, KS 66606
Family Service and Guidance Center in Topeka specializes in mental health services for children, adolescents, and their families, offering outpatient therapy, psychiatry, crisis response, in-home services, and school-based programs. Fathers supporting a child with behavioral or emotional concerns can call to schedule an intake at the SW Frazier Ave office. Bring photo ID, insurance cards, and school or medical records if available. Sliding-fee services are available.
785-232-5005 · 325 SW Frazier Ave, Topeka, KS 66606