Ability KC
Melanie Southworth Crapisi is an experienced Occupational Therapist currently working at Ability KC and Kansas City Public Schools since May 2023 and August 2021, respectively. With a solid background in occupational therapy, Melanie has also provided services at Research Psychiatric, Sherwood Autism Center, and Side By Side II, Inc. To enhance professional skills, Melanie has completed several internships, including roles at Saint Luke's Health System and Research Medical Center. Melanie holds a Master of Occupational Therapy from Rockhurst University and is pursuing a Post-Professional Doctorate of Occupational Therapy at the University of Kansas Medical Center, following a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Avila University.
Ability KC
Ability KC builds brighter futures for children and adults with disabilities through comprehensive medical, educational, vocational and therapeutic services. We deliver holistic, individualized care, using cutting-edge, evidence-based practices, and we measure success by the unique goals those we serve set and achieve. CARF ACCREDITED | NAEYC ACCREDITED | CORF FACILITY | ADED CERTIFIED