About Us
Founded in 2012, ADHDKC is Kansas City’s Award Winning Non-Profit CHADD Chapter. ADHDKC provides support for thousands of area parents/caregivers of ADHD kids and adults thriving with ADHD.
We are committed to providing monthly group meetings, community outreach and the sharing updated news and resources about ADHD.
ADHDKC was created to build awareness while countering myths and
misunderstandings associated with ADHD.
ADHDKC has twice been awarded CHADD Chapter of the Year - 2014 and 2021!
To learn about CHADD membership, see the bottom of this page.
DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION, AND BELONGING
CHADD is dedicated to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment for our employees, volunteers, and community. Our mission is to empower individuals with ADHD and other neurodivergent traits, valuing diversity in all its forms. We are actively working to dismantle barriers, ensuring fair access and participation for all. Inclusion is central to our culture, where every voice matters. We continuously learn and evolve, seeking feedback and advocating for solidarity with marginalized communities. We believe in fostering an environment where everyone can thrive, reflecting our commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
Staff & Board
Our board members are professional volunteers who share an interest in helping families learn to manage the complexities of ADHD so they can thrive.
Volunteers
ADHDKC is run by volunteers. All Board Members, Coordinators, and Speakers volunteer their time.
If you're wanting to be a part of our great team, let us know with this short form.
Advisory Board Executive Committee
Chairperson - Kristen Stuppy
Vice Chairperson - Jeremy Didier
Secretary - Tish Taylor
Advisory Board Members
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Abbie Brown, LCP, Adult Group Co-coordinator, Enso Therapy Group
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Adam Tilove, ADHD Coach at Neurodiscipline
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Jeremy Didier, LMSW PCC PCAC, CHADD Board, ImpactParents
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Caroline Danda, PhD, Parent Group Coordinator, Book Club Co-coordinator
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Jelena Popoviski - Walking Group Coordinator
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Jennifer Dilts, DO - Teen Group Co-coordinator
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Lauren Dreher, Women's Group Coordinator, CHADD Chapter Advisory Board
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Lindsey Lipsky, MEd, CNP Education Coordinator
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Simone Moody, PhD - Children's Mercy
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Nicole Smith, EdD, MBA, Kansas City Girls Preparatory Academy, Co-chair CHADD Community Connections Committee
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Kristen Stuppy, MD - Teen Group, Parent Group, Walking Group Co-coordinator, Pediatric Partners, Teach Me ADHD
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Tish Taylor, PhD, Book Club Co-coordinator
CHADD Membership
Our members are encouraged to join CHADD. Your paid membership helps to financially support our chapter.
