Topeka Relocation Guide 2009

serving over 10,000 children and families each year. FSGC’s broad range of services includes outpatient individual and family therapy; psychiatric services; crisis services available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year; therapeutic groups for preschool and school age children; outreach and prevention programs; case management; and attendant care. Valeo Behaviorial Health Care Outpatient Services 330 Oakley Topeka, Kansas 66606 785-233-1730 24-Hour Crisis Hotline 785-234-3300 Valeo Recovery Center 785-234-3448 www.valeotopeka.org Valeo Behavioral Health Care is the community mental health center for Shawnee County. Valeo offers adult mental health services in the areas of crisis intervention, substance abuse, psychotherapy, medical services, case management, supported employment, supported education, reintegration and transitional housing, homelessness assistance and peer support groups. Stormont-Vail HealthCare *Select Specialty Hospital – Topeka 1700 SW Seventh Street, Suite 840 Topeka, Kansas 66606 785-295-5551 www.selectmedicalcorp.com Select Specialty is an acute care hospital certified by Medicare to provide extended acute care services. The hospital specializes in respiratory vent weaning, severe infections, complex wound care and other critical conditions. Serving individuals from throughout northeast Kansas, Select Specialty Hospital’s patient population is comprised of those needing acute services for a longer period of time than commonly provided in a general hospital setting. The average length of stay is 25 days. The Select Specialty Hospital is located on the 8th floor of St. Francis Health Center. Residential Services For Adults With Mental Illness *Valeo Community Residence Program 5401 SW Seventh Street Topeka, Kansas 66606 785-215-8863 www.valeocrp.org Valeo Community Residence Program provides residential care for adults with severe and persistent mental illness/dual diagnosis. Residents are provided individualized, recovery-focused care to help them achieve their maximum level of independence. The Community Residence Program offers long-term care, transitional care and an adult day program. Assistive Technology Services & Pediatric Therapy Services *Easter Seals Capper Foundation 3500 SW 10th Street Topeka, Kansas 66604 785-272-4060 www.capper.easterseals.com The mission of Easter Seals Capper Foundation is to enhance the independence of people with disabilities, primarily children. Services include early intervention, pediatric therapies (physical, occupational and speech-language therapy), therapeutic recreation, Kidlink preschool and childcare, augmentative communication and professional and family training. Its Autism Spectrum Resource Center provides support and training for parents and services for children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders. Founded by Senator Arthur Capper in 1920, Easter Seals Capper Foundation is a tax-exempt corporation under the provision of the 501(c) (3) Internal Revenue Code. Over 70 percent of Capper’s budget is supported by voluntary charitable contributions. *Tallgrass Surgical Center 6001 SW Sixth Street, Suite 100 Topeka, Kansas 66615 785-272-8807 www.tallgrasstopeka.com Established in 2002 to provide “Surgical Excellence with Compassion,” the Tallgrass Surgical Center is a free-standing, multispecialty, ambulatory surgery center located in west Topeka. The surgeons provide outpatient surgery in a setting offering upto-date technology and convenient access and parking. Surgical specialties include orthopedics, ophthalmology, general, vascular, thoracic, bariatric, maxillofacial, gynecology, plastic, reconstructive, podiatry and pain management. Community Mental Health Services *Family Service & Guidance Center of Topeka 325 SW Frazier Topeka, Kansas 66606 785-232-005 www.fsgctopeka.com Family Service & Guidance Center has been improving children’s lives since 1904. Today, FSGC is the region’s premier provider of children’s mental health services, Adult Care Homes Shawnee County is home to 36 adult care homes that provide nursing facilities, assisted living facilities, residential health care facilities and nursing facilities for the mentally ill. 42 Topek a Reloc at ion Gu ide 20 09 http://www.valeotopeka.org http://www.selectmedicalcorp.com http://www.valeocrp.org http://www.capper.easterseals.com http://www.tallgrasstopeka.com http://www.fsgctopeka.com

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Topeka Relocation Guide 2009 Contents Topeka's Pioneering Spirit Prevails During Turbulent Economic Times The Topeka & Shawnee County Library is "Your" Place Topeka Arts Community Grows Through ARTSConnect Topeka Bragging Rights History of Topeka Choosing Topeka Little Know Facts About Topeka 15 Things to Experience in Topeka What's a Young Professional to Do? Topeka in Profile Transportation Lodging Brick Oven: American Cuisine with a Multi-Cultural Twist Great Overland Station: Rich History, Elegant Architecture Religious Organizations Libraries, Shopping and Child Care Referral Housing Income Demographics Business and Industry Topeka MSA Employment Education Higher Education Opportunities Healthcare Local Transportation Taking Care of Pets Utilities Cultural Activities Trails Festivals Attractions Important Numbers Community Information Sources Licensing Agencies Employment Agencies

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