LEADINGAGE KANSAS UPDATES

Daily Update Moving to Three Times a Week
Since early March, information about the pandemic has come out fast and furious and it was imperative that we keep you updated on all of the changes daily. As that information begins to drop off, the need for a Daily Update does do. To that end, we are going to move our communications to 3 times a week beginning Monday, June 22nd. Wednesdays will continue to be the Aging Update. We will continue to monitor the situation and adjust our communications accordingly.

Today’s Weekly COVID-19 Call Recording
Here is a recording of the June 19th weekly webinar update.  Here is the PowerPoint.  

There was some discussion about the Governor’s SPARK Committee and reaching out to the individuals who are on it to let them know about LTC. Here is a link to a previous Daily Update with the committee and contact information listed.

Join us next week, June 27th for our next call at 10 AM. Register today. Please note, space is limited to 101 lines, so it will be first come, first served. There will be a recording in case you have to miss it.

Other COVID-19 Topics Brought to You by LeadingAge Kansas:

View all of our other upcoming webinars about COVID-19.

Members Have Asked…
For more information on the science behind the likelihood of a second wave of COVID-19. 

KANSAS UPDATES

KDADS Issues Guidance for Assisted Living and Other Licensed-Only Adult Care Homes
The new KDADS guidance is intended to provide requirements and recommendations to Kansas Adult Care Homes including Assisted Living, Residential Health Care, Home Plus and other facilities regarding COVID-19 testing and reopening to visitors and services, using a phased approach based on information from KDHE, CMS and the CDC. This guidance is for adult care homes excluding nursing facilities. Nursing facility guidance was issued last week. FAQs will be posted on the KDADS website next Tuesday.

REGISTER NOW for the KDADS webinar today at 3:30 PM on the new guidance for assisted living and other Licensed-Only Adult Care Homes. Space is limited. The webinar will be recorded.

Corrected Link: Kansas County Reopening Plans
In yesterday’s edition, the link for the Kansas County Reopening Plans did not work for some. Here is an updated link and the article for reference. The Kansas Department of Emergency Management (KDEM) receives county reopening plans by local Emergency Management (updated weekly.) Members are strongly encouraged to acquire and review their county reopening plans from local emergency management.

LEADINGAGE NATIONAL UPDATES

NEW CAMPAIGN: ACT FOR OLDER ADULTS 

The “Act For Older Adults” campaign is rallying Americans from all walks of life to add their voice to ours. Across the country, executives, care workers, residents and their families and friends are reaching out to demand that Congress enact comprehensive relief for older Americans. Join us!

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Nicole Schings
Nicole Schings is the Director of Member Services and Business Development. Nicole joined the association in 2018, and oversees our Member Services program, our Partnership and Associate Member relationships, and our online education system. A graduate of Washburn University, Nicole uses her 22 years of experience in the association world to enhance the support of our members, problem solve their issues and bring new partners into the LeadingAge Kansas family. Outside of work, Nicole is passionate about geocaching and moments spent with her dog, Blu. You can reach Nicole directly at 785.670.8048.

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