Do you have an idea for an OCD Kansas event? Contact us to share your idea at ocdkansas@gmail.com!
UPCOMING! June 4, 2022 – OCDare to Share Virtual Coffee Hour
Back by popular demand! Join your OCD Kansas community for conversation about OCD! Dare to share, ask questions, and connect. Register here. Event begins at 9:30 AM.
May 16, 2020 – Screening of Unstuck: An OCD Kids Movie and Q&A
Join us for an upcoming showing of this incredible film! The screening will be followed by a Q&A with OCD specialists, including our board members.
Event will begin at 2:30 PM on May 16, 2020 at the Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, Marvin Auditorium 101A, 1515 SW 10th Avenue, Topeka, KS 66604.
Learn more about this film, https://www.ocdkidsmovie.com/.
February 8, 2020 – OCD Kansas Social Event!
We’re excited to host a social event at the Kansas City Clay Guild. Space will be limited, so register early!
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ocd-kansas-social-event-at-the-kc-clay-guild-tickets-86907640091?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
October 13-19, 2019 – OCD Awareness Week 2019!! JOIN US!
Mark your calendars for Saturday, October 19th, when we will host several community events for all ages.
Events for Adults with OCD and Related Conditions
- 11 AM – 12 PM @ Homer’s Coffee Shop
- Join us for a relaxed time of socializing in a reserved section of the coffee shop. We will have cards available for you to write a note of support to others with OCD to remind them that they are not alone.
- 3 PM – 4 PM @ Central Resource Library
- Connect with others during an OCD Support Group facilitated by local OCD specialists. Pre-registration encouraged at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/adult-with-ocd-support-meeting-tickets-72195728367
Events for Kids and Teens with OCD and Related Conditions
- 1 PM – 2 PM @ Central Resource Library
- This will be a special time for youth (6-12 years old) to meet other kids, share about their experiences and create a card of support for other kids with OCD. Pre-registration encouraged at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/kids-corner-ocd-kansas-awareness-week-2019-tickets-72064672375
- Parents will be encouraged to stay and connect with one another in an adjacent area.
- 2 PM – 3 PM @ Central Resource Library
- Especially reserved for teens (13-17 years old) to connect with others affected by OCD, share about their experiences and create a card of support for others as a reminder that they are not alone. Pre-registration encouraged at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/adolescent-ocd-awareness-event-2019-tickets-72193052363
- 9 AM – 11 AM Activities for Youth and Parents
- Youth art activity
- Youth also are welcome and encouraged to bring other art, writings, etc. about OCD to share
- Followed by a screening of “Unstuck: An OCD Kids Movie”
- 2 PM – 4 PM Activities for Adults and Loved Ones
- Q&A and education session with Panel of OCD Specialists
- Followed by “OCD Social” for attendees
September 11, 2018 – 2nd Annual Pub Trivia Fundraiser
We are so excited to hold another fun night of pub trivia and fundraising this September! It was such a great night last year that we couldn’t pass up the chance to do it again! With the help of Geeks Who Drink, you can have a blast and donate to OCD Kansas at the same time. We hope to see you and your trivia crew there!
Details:
Brew Lab in Overland Park, Kansas
September 11, 2018 at 7 PM
$5 per person entry
June 2, 2018 – 2nd Annual 1 Million Steps 4 OCD Walk
The 1 Million Steps 4 OCD Walk is less than two months away! When you register, you can begin raising funds, sharing your story, and increasing awareness for OCD and related disorders! Raise $25 on your personal fundraising page and receive an official Walk T-shirt!
Click here to learn more and register! https://www.crowdrise.com/OverlandParkKSOCDWalk
Gather your gang and come walk with us!
GET READY FOR 2018!!
2nd Annual 1 Million Steps 4 OCD Walk – June 2, 2018
SAVE THE DATE! We’re excited to host our 2nd annual walk in Overland Park, KS this June. Stay tuned for more details in the coming weeks!
Events hosted by OCD Kansas in 2017 included:
OCD Awareness Week – October 14, 2017
A special screening of “UNSTUCK: an OCD kids movie,” followed by a special Q&A with one of the stars of the film! This is a FREE family-friendly event for the community and local mental health providers. A support group for adults will also be held after the film from 4 PM to 5 PM, facilitated by an OCD specialist.
Pub Trivia Fundraiser – September 11, 2017
Come out to Grinders at Stonewall on Monday, September 11th, for a fun night of Pub Trivia!! Donate $5 to the event hosted by Geeks Who Drink, and a portion of your donation will be used to support OCD Kansas. It’s a great opportunity to help us raise funds as we prepare for OCD Awareness week October 8-14. There also is a chance to win a cash prize if your team takes first place! We hope to see you there!
Grassroots 1 Million Steps 4 OCD Walk – June 3, 2017
Grab your crew and come join us for our grassroots 1 Million Steps 4 OCD Virtual Walk in Overland Park, Kansas! Check-in starts at 9:30am and then at 10am we will walk to raise awareness and funds for the IOCDF and the OCD and related disorders community.