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TOPEKA, KANSAS

Moving Ahead Partnership (MAP)

Moving Ahead Partnership (MAP) of Topeka is a collaborative initiative that expands access to medical, social, and behavioral health services for individuals experiencing homelessness or housing instability. As a division of Compassion Strategies Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, MAP builds on the work of partnering agencies to provide coordinated support that helps at-risk adults and families move toward stability and independence.

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On April 7, 2026, Compassion Strategies, in partnership with Topeka Rescue Mission and Impact Avenues, launched the Compassion Impact Center at 601 NW Harrison. This center serves as a central hub connecting people in Topeka and Shawnee County to essential services and long-term housing solutions, bringing together dozens of agencies to streamline access to care, reduce barriers, and offer comprehensive case management.

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Services include housing navigation, behavioral health connections, healthcare access, benefits assistance, hygiene resources, veterinarian care and additional support for pets, and volunteer support. ​Community members can get involved by donating, volunteering, or contacting us. Each contribution helps create a coordinated pathway from homelessness to stable, supported living.

MAP operates on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the MAP Compassion Impact Center, 601 Northwest Harrison, 9 AM to 3 PM. Please use the West parking lot entrance.

MAP shower and laundry truck

Astra Mental Health & Recovery

The Compassion Strategies MAP mobile shower trailer is an essential component of helping the unsheltered have access to a shower. This may be the only chance the unsheltered have to shower in days or even weeks. We believe everyone deserves the health, dignity, and hope a shower can bring.

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We are grateful to Astra Mental Health & Recovery for donating this shower trailer to Compassion Strategies.

Shawnee County Health Department 

Shawnee County Health Department provides resource and logistical support, evaluation of health needs and Covid testing to individuals experiencing homelessness. 

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Stormont Vail mobile clinic

Stormont Vail Mobile Clinic 

Primary services include: 

Regular check-ups (blood pressure,
diabetes screening, labs), etc.
• Preventive/wellness care (annual
screenings, immunizations, flu shots, care
for on-going chronic conditions), etc.
• Referrals to specialty care as needed.
• Bilingual staff available

Street Dog Coalition

Street Dog Coalition partners with Kansas State University's Shelter Medicine Program to provide free veterinary care to pets of individuals experiencing homelessness. Street Dog Coalition believes in a One Health approach that values the lives on both ends of the leash. 

A MAP volunteer holding up a puppy receiving help
Topeka police car

Topeka Police Department

City ID Program - The Topeka ID Card Program is designed to bridge the gap for those who otherwise wouldn't be able to afford or have the proper documentation to apply for a state-issued ID. 

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The city-issued Topeka ID cards are free. They can be used to apply for a job through Day Labor Services, apply for residency and more. 

Topeka Rescue Mission

Topeka Rescue Mission's mobile kitchen trailer provides breakfast and lunch for individuals experiencing homelessness. TRM's mobile clothing trailer stores and provides clothing and other various supplies for those in need. 

Clothing and supplies truck
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Additional MAP Partners

  • Baker School of Nursing

  • Doorstep Inc.

  • Healthy Blue

  • Kansas Lifeline Program

  • PARS

  • Positive Connections

  • Premiere One

  • Salvation Army

  • Scotch Cleaners

  • Topeka & Shawnee County Public Library

  • WU School of Nursing

GET INVOLVED WITH MAP TOPEKA

Volunteer: 

To volunteer, please contact us below: 

Learn More: 

For questions or more information, please contact Jenny Falk, Director of MAP Operations: 

MAP volunteers smiling and holding each other
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Bring MAP to your community! 

If your community is interested in learning how to develop your own Moving Ahead Partnership for individuals experiencing chronic homelessness, contact us. 

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