OSHA Announces Final Rule Expanding Submission Requirements for Injury and Illness Data
On July 17th, the U.S. Department of Labor announced a final rule that will require certain employers in designated high-hazard industries to electronically submit additional injury and illness information to the Occupational Safety and...
LeadingAge Publishes White Paper on the HCBS Settings Rule: How Regulation Intended to Ensure...
It highlights our position that the Home and Community-based settings rule -- initially proposed in 2008, finalized in 2014, and requiring full compliance as of March 2023 -- isn’t a good fit for aging...
KDHE Medicaid Applications
We are continuing to hear feedback from members on challenges with applications being processed promptly and with clear communication for next steps. As a reminder, we have a meeting on this topic scheduled for...
Applications Now Being Accepted for Center for Leadership
Center for Leadership is back, and we are currently accepting applications. This year-long leadership intensive is designed to help informal and former leaders grow their skills and confidence. The program includes a combination of...
LeadingAge Kansas is Hitting the Road and Coming to You
It’s time for Regional Roundtables! In August the LeadingAge Kansas team will be coming to your part of the state to hear from you and share updates on association happenings. We’ll be talking about...
LeadingAge Kansas Foundation Scholarship Deadline is Fast Approaching
Only 13 days left to apply for a LeadingAge Kansas Foundation Scholarship this year. The deadline for applications is August 1stand applications are rolling in daily. Apply online today, or learn more about the program. Contact Tina Andres at (800) 264-5242 with questions.
New Administrator at Riverview Estates
Welcome to Courtney Bailey who has been named administrator at Riverview Estates in Marquette. We look forward to working with you Courtney.
Construction Begins on 78-Apartment Home Goldfinch Lane at Tallgrass Creek
Artist rendering of Goldfinch Lane.
Construction has begun on Goldfinch Lane, the fifth residence building at Tallgrass Creek that will offer 78 spacious apartment homes in 12 different designs, including previously sold-out floor plan styles...
Protection Valley Manor Hosts Annual Fireworks Display for Community
The Staff of Protection Valley Manor in Protection provide an annual “Fireworks Display” for the residents and the local community on July 4th. Residents enjoyed watermelon, popsicles, snap pops, sparklers and lemonade while enjoying...
Music In Our Lives
Tara Venkatadri developed a mentally stimulating music program specifically for seniors in independent or assisted living communities which is comprised of 12 lessons. Visit her website to learn more.
Bluestem Communities to Host Public Dementia Forum
Bluestem Communities in Hesston will be hosting the annual Innovations in Living with Dementia community forum on July 19th at Hesston Mennonite Church, 309 S. Main St. in Hesston.
“At any age, there are lifestyle habits we...
Welcome Back to Membership Gove County Medical Center LTCU
We are thrilled to welcome back Gove County Medical Center Long-Term Care Unit back to our membership. We look forward to working with Denise Woodworth, DON and Carol Boyd, ADON/MDS Coordinator.