CMS Provides KDADS SCCC with Enhanced Barrier Precautions FAQ
Last week, Lacey Hunter with the Survey and Credentialing Commission at KDADS joined the LeadingAge Kansas weekly webinar to discuss the minimum staffing rule and other updates. One of the items she mentioned was...
KDADS Sends Provider Email with Update on Heightened Scrutiny for Final Settings Rule
An email was sent to providers and stakeholders last week outlining KDADS intent to follow more flexible guidelines for the heightened scrutiny process for Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) Final Settings Rule. No...
Encourage Your Team Members to Apply for the Foundation Scholarship!
Applications are being accepted through June 1, 2024. We invite you to share this promotional flyer with your team and encourage eligible employees to apply.
To learn more about the scholarship, view past winners, or apply, visit our...
Planning for Success: A Collaborative Event with LeadingAge Missouri
Mark your calendars to join LeadingAge Kansas and LeadingAge Missouri on June 5 for learning and fellowship across state lines. The session “Planning for Success: Using Data-Driven Marketing Strategies to Build Occupancy” will be...
Three Regional Roundtables Remain: Abilene, Hays, and Lenexa
Regional Roundtables are off to a great start in Dodge City and Wichita this week! There is still time to join us in Abilene, Hays, and Lenexa to discuss legislative and advocacy updates, hear...
GERTI’s Adult Care Home Operator’s Course is Returns May 15
Are you interested in becoming a Kansas Certified Adult Care Home Operator? Then this course is perfect for you! LeadingAge Kansas and GERTI are bringing a 4-week online Adult Care Home Operators course for...
Villa St. Francis Hires New HR Director
Villa St. Francis is thrilled to welcome their new Human Resources Director. Please send your warmest thoughts and wishes to Kendra Unruh as she begins in this position. We are very excited to see...
The Latest 5 Star Reports Were Sent Out Last Week
Your organization’s most current Five Star Report were emailed last week. The latest data now includes staffing numbers and MDS QM data for 2023 Q4. The April 2024 specs for the 5 Star Rating...
It’s that Time Again – Millage Forms are Due June 14, 2024
To determine the membership dues for 2025, please provide your Program Service Revenue (Millage) to LeadingAge Kansas.
Each year, LeadingAge Kansas asks members to provide information to help us determine dues for the following...
No Weekly Webinar this Friday May 10, 2024
There will be no Weekly Webinar this Friday, May 10, 2024. Our staff will be around the state attending Regional Roundtables, so you can connect with us there. Our webinars will resume the following...
LeadingAge Kansas Foundation Offering Scholarships for Aging Services Professionals
Do you have employees interested in going back to school, getting a certification/specialization, or taking a class? The LeadingAge Kansas Foundation Scholarship can help! This scholarship program is available exclusively to the employees of...
Hands-On Caregiver Workshop is Back!
Looking for ways to show your direct care staff how much you value the work they do? Send them to the Hands-On Caregiver workshop where they will learn from topic experts, connect with peers...