Who are Your Most Promising Leaders? My Money’s on LPNs
It’s high time we recognized that C-Suite executives aren’t the only leaders in the field of long-term services and supports, writes Robyn Stone.
High-quality, mission-driven...
Information and Resources for Dementia Care
Is Your Community Suffering from Too Much Noise?
Human Rights Watch: Over sedation in nursing homes (perspectives from Australia)
What It’s Like to Live...
Culinary School Grad Megan Sova Finds Meaningful Career at Tallgrass Creek
When 25-year-old Megan Sova drove by Tallgrass Creek in Overland Park several years ago, she recalls being impressed with the beauty of the campus.
"I...
2018 National LeadingAge Awards Call for Submissions is Open
The national LeadingAge Annual Awards honor LeadingAge member organizations and individuals that embody excellence in nonprofit aging services. Award recipients make outstanding contributions to...
Correction to Fowler Residential Care Announcement
Correction: In last week’s Aging Update we incorrectly spelled the name of Cindy McCammond, new Director of Nursing at Fowler Residential Care. We apologize,...
Roles of KDHE, KDADS and DCF in Administering KanCare
State Medicaid Director Jon Hammdorf explained the roles of KDHE, KDADS and DCF in administering KanCare to the Senate Public Health and Welfare Committee....
Regulatory Compliance Resource: Online Surveyor Training
The CMS Survey and Certification Group Integrated Surveyor Training Website contains a wealth of CMS-provided Web-based training, video webcasts and archived webinars. Here is just...
KanCare Liason Program Update
The KanCare Liaison Program has a new issue of their monthly newsletter. Each month, this communication will act as a hub connecting all participants...
UnitedHealthcare Corrected/Voided Claim Change
UHC is now requiring all Providers to submit corrected/voided claims with the UHC claim ID found on your Remittance Advices. Please discontinue using the...
2018 Call for LeadingAge Kansas Board Nominations – March 12, 2018 Deadline
In April 2018, the LeadingAge Kansas Board positions will be open:
Chair Elect (must be an current member of the Board)
Eligible for re-election...
It’s Not Too Late to Join Us for Careers in Aging Services Day
LeadingAge Kansas is launching its first ever Careers in Aging Services Day to promote careers in aging services in Kansas. The goals are 3-fold:
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Spring 2018 Joint Provider Workshop – Registration Live
Mental Illness, Dementia and Self-Reporting to KDADS will be the topics of discussion at this Spring’s Joint Provider training hosted by KACE. This training...