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.
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ADHDKC has twice been awarded CHADD Chapter of the Year - 2014 and 2021!
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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.
Staff ADHDKC is run by area volunteers.
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Professional Advisory Board Roles
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Parent Group Coordinator - Jeremy Didier
ADHDKCTeen Coordinator - Kristen Stuppy
Adult's Group Coordinator - Rachel Tinsley
Women's Group Coordinator - Christina Pynn
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Professional Advisory Board Members​
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Jeremy Didier, LMSW PCC PCAC, CHADD Board of Directors President, ImpactParents
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Saber Hossinei, Leavenworth County Attorney’s Office
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Susanna (Sasha) Haarhoff, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC, Jordan Psychological Center
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Leila Lawson, Kansas City, Missouri, Police Department
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Lindsey Leach, past Adult's Group Facilitator
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Simone Moody, PhD - Children's Mercy
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Brent Moore, PhD - Neural Pathways Learning Center
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Christina Pynn, PhD - Children's Mercy, Clinical Assistant Professor of Pediatrics, University of Kansas School of Medicine
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Ben Randall, ADHD Coach
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Janette Reinke, MSFT, LMFT – KC Marriage Counseling
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Kristen Stuppy, MD - Pediatric Partners, Teach Me ADHD
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Carrie Thompson - Counselor at JCCC- Industrial Technology
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Rachel Tinsley, Adult's Group Facilitator
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CHADD Membership
Our members are encouraged to join CHADD. Your paid membership helps to financially support our chapter.
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Your CHADD membership offers you the opportunity to:
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Meet and learn from local families experiencing similar ADHD challenges
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Stay up-to-date on science-based ADHD treatment, interventions strategies and trends
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Connect with professionals and specialists who treat ADHD
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Gain knowledge and proven strategies with CHADD training programs
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Receive subscriptions to CHADD publications: Attention magazine, ADHD In The News, Attention weekly
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Discounted pricing on CHADD events and trainings
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Receive discounts on prescriptions with the CHADD Discount Advantage Programs