From application to approval, we handle your KDHE licensing — then hand you the platform to run your agency from day one. Most consultancies disappear when your license arrives. We keep going.
HHA – Non-Medical Supportive Care Services License
Timeline
60–90 days
State Fee
$250
Want to open a non-medical home care agency in Kansas? You need a HHA – Non-Medical Supportive Care Services License from the Kansas Department of Health and Environment. Plan on 60–90 days for provisional approval plus an on-site survey. State filing fees total $250 and are paid directly to KDHE.
HHA – Non-Medical Supportive Care Services License
Certificate of Need
Not Required
Non-medical home care agencies do not require a CON in Kansas.
Medicaid Program
KanCare HCBS Waivers
Program details available during your strategy call.
Home Care License Type in Kansas
Kansas regulates home-based care under several license categories. Most new founders start with a HHA – Non-Medical Supportive Care Services License for non-medical care, then add skilled services later if they choose.
NON-MEDICAL
HHA – Non-Medical Supportive Care Services License
Kansas requires non-medical agencies to operate under a specific branch of the Home Health Agency (HHA) license known as 'Supportive Care Services' (SCS).
Personal care and daily living assistance
Companionship and homemaker services
Medication reminders (not administration)
Transportation and errand assistance
Respite care for family caregivers
State fee:
$250 KDHE Base Application Fee
Timeline:
60-90 Days for provisional approval
Regulator:
Kansas Department of Health and Environment
How to Get Licensed in Kansas
Kansas licensing follows a structured 6-step process through KDHE. Our specialists handle all 6 steps in the Launch and Signature packages; in the Licensing Kit, you handle the submission yourself with our expert guidance.
60–90 days from start to provisional approval
1
FOUNDATION
2
INSURANCE
3
POLICIES
4
APPLICATION
5
SURVEY
1
Entity & EIN Formation
FOUNDATION
Register with the KS Secretary of State and obtain a Certificate of Good Standing.
2
Administrator Certification
INSURANCE
Complete the 18.75-hour KDHE-approved 'Initial Training' for Supportive Care Administrators.
3
KanCheck Registration
POLICIES
Enroll in the KanCheck system through KDADS for background screening.
4
Supportive Care App Submission
APPLICATION
Submit the Non-Medical HHA Application and fee via the PayIt online portal.
5
KDHE Policy Audit
POLICIES
KDHE staff reviews your Governing Body bylaws and Operational Agreement folders.
6
Pre-Licensure On-site Survey
SURVEY
A surveyor visits your office unannounced to verify 'Day 1' operational readiness.
Why Kansas Founders Choose HomeCareAtlas
The biggest difference between us and traditional consultancies isn't the license — it's what happens after the license arrives.
Traditional Consultant
HomeCareAtlas
Pricing
Gated, sales-call only
Published online, no surprises
Policies & Procedures
Generic templates
Built around your state and your service model
Application Filing
You assemble the packet
Done-for-you in Launch and Signature
Survey Day
You're on your own
On-call phone support during your state visit
After License Arrives
Relationship ends
Platform, dashboard, and directory listing go live
Caregiver Onboarding
Not included
Digital onboarding ready for hire #1
Compliance Tracking
You build a spreadsheet
Live compliance dashboard included
Directory Presence
None
Listed on Carezano the day you open
Three Ways to Get Your Kansas Agency Licensed
Pick the level of support that matches how hands-on you want to be. Kansas state fees ($250 to KDHE) are passed through at cost.
Atlas Licensing Kit
Get licensed without mistakes
$995+ state fees
For self-directed founders who want expert guidance and will file the application themselves.
Licensing
Kansas licensing roadmap
Annotated application guide
Custom P&P manual (state-ready)
Prep tools
Office setup checklist
Bond & insurance sourcing
Admin interview prep
Survey prep guide
Expert support
2 × 60-min strategy calls
Application red-line review
60 days email support
Platform
3 months free Atlas SaaS
Free Carezano directory listing
Upgrade to Launch for
Done-for-you filing
Medicaid enrollment
Website & launch kit
Live survey prep
Most Popular
Atlas Launch
Licensed & ready for first client
$2,995+ state fees
For founders ready to be fully licensed, operational, and taking their first client on day one.
Everything in Licensing Kit, plus:
Application prepared & filed
P&P custom-built for your model
Background check coordination
Surety bond assistance
Site review prep
Live admin interview prep
Survey & enrollment
Live survey prep session
Survey-day on-call support
Medicaid enrollment guidance
Waiver enrollment guidance
50% off plan-of-correction support
Launch setup
Atlas Edge
Branded website landing page
Google Business Profile setup
Caregiver recruitment kit
HR / employee handbook
Intake + care plan templates
Scheduling templates
Support & platform
90 days Slack/email support
6 months free Atlas SaaS
Priority Carezano placement
Licensing approval guarantee
Upgrade to Signature for
Business formation (LLC, EIN)
Full brand + multi-page site
Go-to-market system
Founder-level attention
Atlas Signature
White-glove launch & full setup
$5,995+ state fees
For founders who want direct access, white-glove execution, and long-term support with minimal lift.
Everything in Launch, plus:
LLC formation + EIN
Registered agent (1st year)
Operating agreement
Full brand + web
Logo + branding kit
Business cards + marketing materials
Multi-page website
Domain + professional email
Go-to-market system
First-month marketing plan
Curated referral source list for your area
Discharge planner scripts
Private pay contracts
LTC insurance setup
Premium support
Signature Only
Weekly calls (first 60 days)
Direct phone/text access
Founder-level attention
Extended support
6 months compliance support
12 months free Atlas SaaS
Premium directory placement
First-year renewal included
1 free plan of correction
What are state fees?Hide state fee details
Kansas charges a state application fee, paid directly to the state licensing body. We don't mark it up.
Every tier includes free time on Home Care Atlas — the operating system for your new agency. This is the part other Kansas consultancies don't offer.
Kansas Licensing Workspace
Track your application, documents, and deadlines in one dashboard. Your Atlas specialist works in the same view you do.
Custom Kansas P&P Manual
Written around your state's rules, your service model, and your agency — not a generic national template. Survey-ready before you file.
Business Formation
LLC, EIN, NPI, surety bond, and insurance — all tracked and handled in Launch and Signature packages.
Compliance Dashboard
From caregiver #1 onward, every certification, background check, and required document is tracked with automatic expiration alerts.
Caregiver Onboarding
I-9, W-4, direct deposit, and required background-check verifications — all collected digitally.
Carezano Directory Listing
Listed on our public directory the day you open. Local families find you, referral partners find you, you're visible from day one.
Common Questions Before You Book
What is the 'on-site survey' before licensing?
KDHE will not issue your license until an inspector visits your physical office to ensure you have a locked HIPAA-compliant cabinet, an approved policy manual, and a qualified administrator on site.
Are HCBS attendant care providers exempt?
Only if you purely provide attendant care under a Medicaid contract. If you offer private-pay or broader companionship/chore services, you MUST have the HHA-Supportive Care license.
How do I pay my license fee?
As of mid-2025, you must create a PayIt account on the KDHE website. The state has moved away from physical check processing for new HHA applications.
Kansas Home Care Licensing: What You Need to Know
Kansas requires non-medical agencies to operate under a specific branch of the Home Health Agency (HHA) license known as 'Supportive Care Services' (SCS). This license permits chore services, companionship, and non-hands-on assistance. While less regulated than 'Skilled HHA,' Kansas still mandates a high level of operational readiness through a required pre-licensure survey.
The HHA – Non-Medical Supportive Care Services License
As of July 2025, all fees must be processed through the state's PayIt portal; paper checks are no longer standard. Kansas also requires 18.75-hour administrator certification (typical cost $400 - $850).
Certificate of Need (CON) in Kansas
Kansas does not require a Certificate of Need (CON) for non-medical home care. You can move directly into the licensing process without a separate market-need review.
Medicaid Participation — KanCare HCBS Waivers
The primary vehicle for Medicaid home care in KS. Includes the Frail Elderly (FE) and Physical Disability (PD) waivers.
The KDHE On-Site Survey
Mandatory On-site Survey. Initial licenses are only issued after a KDHE surveyor verifies your office, policies, and personnel files in person.
Common Reasons Kansas Applications Are Rejected or Delayed
Generic P&P manuals that don't reflect state-specific regulations
Incomplete administrator documentation
Insurance or surety bond policies that don't meet state minimums
Missing or inadequate quality assurance program documentation
Physical office that doesn't meet site-review standards
Caregiver background checks that miss required state databases
Every one of these is preventable with proper preparation. It's the biggest reason founders choose done-for-you packages over DIY — the cost of a rejection in lost time is almost always higher than the cost of doing it right the first time.
Book a Free Kansas Strategy Call
30 minutes with a home care specialist. We'll map out Kansas licensing for your specific situation, your timeline, and your best path forward — even if you don't hire us.
Which Kansas license type fits your business model (HHA – Non-Medical Supportive Care Services License)
Your realistic timeline and budget
Whether KanCare HCBS Waivers enrollment makes sense for your plan
Common Kansas-specific mistakes to avoid
If you'd like, which Atlas package is right for you
No pressure. No obligation. Kansas-specific guidance either way.
Your Future Kansas Clients Are Already Looking for Care.
Every week you spend piecing this together alone is a week you're not serving your first Kansas client. Let's get your agency licensed, launched, and visible — with people on your side who know KDHE.
