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Reopening Plan Finally Released from KDADS for Nursing Facilities Only
KDADS Reopening Plan for nursing facilities was announced last Friday. It relies heavily on nursing facility consultation with their local health departments. There are two opportunities with KDAD’s Deputy Secretary Scott Brunner and Deputy Secretary Janis DeBoer to review this plan and answer your questions will be available. This information will apply to Nursing Facilities ONLY. 

After attending or listening to the webinars, questions about the plan should be routed to KDADS at kdads.reopening@ks.gov.

Assistance with Plan Development
As nursing facilities develop plans for reopening, questions can be sent to KDADS.reopening@ks.gov. A ‘Frequently Asked Questions’ list will be developed from the questions submitted and posted to the KDADS website. For specific questions about infection prevention and control, infectious disease reporting requirements to KDHE or public health, please contact Bryna Stacey, Director, Infection Healthcare-Associated Infections & Antimicrobial Resistance Program at KDHE.

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Save the Date
July 1st, 1-2 PM we’ll be hosting a webinar on House Bill 2016, what it contains on adult care homes and risk management implications.

Webinar: Self-Care for the Caregiver: It’s Critical, NOT Selfish
Are you feeling tired, cranky, stressed, easily distracted, overwhelmed, or worried? Do you feel like you don’t have time for self-care or like taking time for it is selfish? (I’m sensing some nods!) Do yourself a favor and sign up for this webinar. We will talk about the importance of self-care and engage in physical, emotional and social self-care activities that can be done when time is limited. You will thank yourself when it’s over! Join our own Stephanie Gfeller for this webinar on Thursday, June 18 at 1 PM. Register today.

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

Join us for Weekly COVID-19 Calls to Discuss the Latest Affecting Our Field
The next call is Friday, June 19th | 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.

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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.