ABOUT US
Since 1870, Gillis has been dedicated to serving the needs of children and families of Kansas City. Gillis’ services have undergone many changes over the years. From our beginnings as a support service for families following the Civil War, to our years as an orphanage, to the current focus of assisting troubled children and their families to become healthy and self-sufficient, we have remained steadfast to our original mission of helping the “needy and distressed” of Kansas City.

Gillis is also committed to serving the needs of children and families in the future. Our strong foundation and quality care and innovative vision will guide us as we adjust to the changes of the 21st century.
 

Memberships and Affiliations

 
Licensed or Approved By
• Kansas Department of Social and Rehabilitation Services
• Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
• Missouri Department of Mental Health
• Missouri Department of Social Services, Division of Family Services

Member of
• Children’s Alliance of Kansas
• Cornerstones of Care
• Heart of America United Way
• Kansas Mental Health Coalition
• Missouri Coalition of Children’s Agencies (MCCA)
• National Association of Private Schools for Exceptional Children
• National Alliance for Children and Families

Affiliated with
• Heart of America United Way Volunteer Center

Accreditation
• Council on Accreditation of Services for Families and Children
What we offer
Campus-Based Treatment

When provided a safe and supportive living environment boys and girls who have experienced traumatic events in their young lives can begin to heal emotionally and physically. Read More.

Community-Based Intensive Family Counseling

These programs increase opportunities for children, youth and families to improve and strengthen relationships that will have a positive impact on their lives at home, school and in the community. Read More.

Community-Based Social Services
Historically, children coming into contact with the child welfare system for abuse and/or neglect were often removed from their parents care and placed in foster care. Read More.
 
School-Based Day Treatment

Students in Gillis Day Treatment School have an opportunity to experience success in a classroom setting. Because of behavioral and/or emotional disorders children attending our school are challenged by a traditional classroom setting. Read More.

Gillis News
The 31st Annual Gillis Spirit Awards will be held Friday, April 20th at the Sheraton Crown Center. 
 
Crawfish, music and drinks!! Check out the Prairie Village Crawfish Festival benefiting Gillis.
 
Now is your chance to play The National! Save the date for the 2012 Gillis Golf Classic. Read More.