ReDiscover’s Kansas City Assessment & Triage Center (KCATC)
ReDiscover’s Kansas City Assessment & Triage Center (KCATC) provides a critical entry point for individuals in the Kansas City area facing a behavioral health crisis, including challenges related to substance use. This facility is dedicated to rapid access for triage, stabilization, and connecting people to the appropriate continuum of care within the community. Located at 2600 E. 12th Street in Kansas City, MO, KCATC acts as a vital resource for intervention and linkage to specialized recovery services.
Immediate Care and Stabilization
The core mission of KCATC is to offer immediate support during a crisis. The center provides stabilization and observation services to ensure individuals are safe and ready to transition into long-term treatment environments. This short-term focus helps de-escalate crisis situations and provides a foundation before beginning the recovery journey. The professional staff at KCATC are committed to a compassionate and efficient process.
Comprehensive Resource Linkage
One of the most important functions of KCATC is connecting clients to vital resources beyond immediate crisis care. They assist with linking individuals to temporary shelter, ongoing recovery support programs, and essential community services. They also provide crucial assistance in navigating bureaucratic processes, such as accessing Medicaid, Disability/SSI benefits, obtaining ID, and securing birth certificates, removing barriers to long-term stability and treatment engagement.
Services Provided at KCATC
- Short-term Community Support services
- Medication management
- Connection to temporary shelter and recovery support
- Assistance with accessing essential documentation and benefits (e.g., ID, Medicaid)
- Rapid access to triage and stabilization
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary function of the KCATC program?
The primary function is to provide rapid access to triage and stabilization services for individuals experiencing a behavioral health crisis, followed by linkage to appropriate community support and treatment programs.
Do I need a referral to be seen at KCATC?
While KCATC receives referrals from local hospitals, police departments, and community liaisons, individuals experiencing a crisis can often access services directly for assessment and stabilization.
Does KCATC provide long-term residential treatment?
KCATC focuses on short-term stabilization and observation, connecting clients to long-term programs like supported housing (such as the Thrive Center) or ongoing outpatient therapy elsewhere within the ReDiscover network or other community providers.
