LEADINGAGE KANSAS UPDATES
Virtual Roundtables Underway
Did you miss todays’ webinar? No worries, you can still join us for discussion and networking throughout the week in our virtual regional meetings. We look forward to seeing you. Click on the region to register if you haven’t already.
Virtual Roundtable by Location
8/25 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM South Central
8/26 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM Southwest
8/27 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM Northwest
8/28 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM North Central/Northeast
Special thanks to our friends at KAMMCO for sponsoring our Roundtables.
STATE UPDATES
Economic Development and Connectivity Grants
A grant opportunity through the Kansas Department of Commerce and approved by the Strengthening People and Revitalizing Kansas (SPARK) task force is now available. The Economic Development and Connectivity Grants opens Wednesday, August 19th at 12:00 PM and eligible applicants include small businesses and nonprofits that have incurred losses of more than 25% of revenues during COVID, among others. In particular, we are highlighting opportunities for:
- Securing Local Food Systems Grant
- PPE Procurement Grant
- Connectivity Emergency Response Grant
- Broadband Partnership Adoption Grant
More information can be found at https://www.kansascommerce.gov/covidrelief/
FEDERAL UPDATES
Standard Surveys Resume for all Medicare/Medicaid Providers
- Here is the CMS Memo QSO 20-35-ALL
- Here is the LeadingAge National Summary
HHS Antigen Testing Initiative Update
Through use of the Defense Production Act, the production of antigen testing devices and test kits has significantly ramped up, allowing HHS to make good on its promise to distribute antigen testing devices and test kits to every CMS-certified nursing home in the country ahead of schedule.
Distribution has now been divided into 2 waves, with a different methodology for each wave. Wave 1 was completed August 14th. Wave 2 will be completed by September 30th. Find more information on the prioritization methodology, including hotspots and nursing home information.
LEADINGAGE NATIONAL UPDATE
RESOURCES
- Integrating Beliefs into Advance Care Planning Conversations – In this 17-minute QuickCast, Stephanie Anderson highlights the importance of incorporating individual beliefs, values and preferences in care planning conversations and decision making.
