It’s Careers in Aging Services Week: How Are You Participating?
It’s here – Careers in Aging Week is being celebrated across the country and it launched in Kansas! Social media is a buzz about working in aging services. LeadingAge Kansas partnered with LeadingAge National,...
Parkinson’s Foundation Grants $1.5 Million to Local Communities for Parkinson’s Programs
Meadowlark Parkinson’s Program Awarded $18,000 for iCAN with Pd
The Parkinson’s Foundation announced the recipients of more that $1.5 million in community grants for Parkinson’s programs. Community grants support local health, wellness, and educational programs...
Schowalter Villa Receives Zero Deficiencies
Schowalter Villa, a Bluestem Community in Hesston, Kansas completed a second Targeted Infection Control / COVID-19 Focused Survey on 10/14/20. This survey was again deficiency free. Congrats to the entire team on this achievement!
Heroes in Aging Spotlight: Erin Peterson
Erin enjoys serving others and being a CNA at Good Samaritan Society of Parsons is one way she can give back.
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Interested in nominating someone to be a Hero in Aging? Here is...
Six-year-old Dane Helton, and 80-year-old Marvin Maxfield Develop an Unlikely Friendship in A Waiting...
WICHITA, Kan. Six-year-old Dane Helton, and 80-year-old Marvin Maxfield never met before a recent trip to the waiting room of the Grene Vision office on Maize Road.
"He actually has a rare genetic disorder, called ATRX,"...
Spearville Senior Living Campaign Begins; Feist Donation Announced
The next big step in taking the plans of Spearville Senior Living Inc. (SSL) from the drafting table to reality is now underway.
The “Caring for Our Elders” capital campaign begins in earnest this month,...
Fireworks Extravaganza at Kidron Bethel Village
The community was invited to celebrate July 4 at the Fireworks Extravaganza at 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, July 4th, at Kidron Bethel Village in North Newton. The fireworks show began at dusk. Hotdogs, beverages and snacks were...
Lakeview Village Recognized on House Floor for Quality Care and Services
The staff of Lakeview Village in Lenexa was honored yesterday by Representative Brandon Woodard and the entire Kansas House of Representatives for receiving the U.S. News “Best of Nursing Homes” and “Best of Short-Stay...
Jean Bryant of Shepherd’s Center Named Administrator of the Year
Congratulations to Jean Bryant, Administrator at The Shepherd’s Center in Cimarron for being named the Administrator of the Year by the Kansas Activity Directors Association. You rock!
Parkside Homes Recognizes Employees for Years of Service
On November 16th, Parkside Homes in Hillsboro recognized twelve team members for years of service. A combined total of more than 170 years of experience and expertise makes up this group. Congratulations to this dedicated...
SunPorch Shares Information During Occupational Therapy Month
Since Mindra Perez sees first-hand how rehabilitation can lead to a better quality of life for elders at SunPorch of Dodge City, she wanted to share information with the community during April, Occupational Therapy...
Good Samaritan Society of Ellis Hosts Kids Club
Children of Good Samaritan Society – Ellis staff engaged in activities with residents as part of this summer’s Kids Club. Kids Club was held on a variety of dates to provide intergenerational opportunities between youngsters...