The 2017 Report on the State of the States in Aging And Disability Now...
In the spring of 2017 NASUAD (National Association of States United for Aging and Disabilities) surveyed state aging and disabilities and Medicaid agencies regarding Medicaid, LTSS systems, significant policy, fiscal, operational issues. It is...
LeadingAge Kansas Foundation Board Retirements and Election
The LeadingAge Kansas Foundation (formerly ASTRA) board met on August 31st in Topeka. Chair Jean Bryant and Judy Kregar, retired from the board, completed their tenure on the board. Our thanks to these fine...
GERTI Fall Class Schedule
GERTI has released their fall class schedule and has added new online offerings. There are some outstanding courses, check them out.
KanCare All MCO Training
KanCare is hosting their Fall all managed care organization (MCO) collaborative session providing training for all providers. In addition to the training, each MCO will be available in breakout sessions all day.
Topics include:...
KDADS Updated Organizational Chart
Due to frequent turnover and staffing changes, many members have been unsure who the contact person for different programs. We have now obtained the most up-to-date organizational chart from the Kansas Department for Aging...
Webinar: Are You Ready for the New Emergency Preparedness Regulations?
Thursday, September 14th, LeadingAge will be conducting a webinar regarding the New Emergency Preparedness Regulations. This webinar will be from 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM ET, and costs $99. Learn more and register.
Policy & Leadership Conference – A Must Attend!
Register now for the LeadingAge Kansas 2017 Fall Policy and Leadership Conference, October 4th and 5th at Drury Broadview Plaza in Wichita.
Here are some highlights you don't want to miss:
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OIG Releases Report on KDADS Survey and Certification Program
Kansas Did Not Always Verify Correction of Deficiencies Identified During Surveys of Nursing Homes Participating in Medicare and Medicaid
What OIG Found
The State agency did not always verify nursing homes’ correction of deficiencies identified during...
The Leadership and Management Training You’ve Asked for is Starting Next Week
Organizational leaders have a direct influence on staff satisfaction and retention. Are you ready to invest in yourself as a leader to support your team?
This virtual training series will give leaders and managers of...
Kansas Christian Home’s Annual Gala was a Success
Kansas Christian Home held its annual Legacy of John Gala on Saturday, September 9th at the Meridian Center in Newton, KS. Attendees enjoyed an exceptional performance by the gospel group “Four the Cross.” The...
New DON at Parkside Homes
We are thrilled to announce a significant addition to the Parkside Homes family – a warm and hearty welcome to Heather Becker, newly appointed Director of Nursing! We look forward to witnessing her contributions...
Kansas Advocacy Efforts for the Proposed Minimum Staffing Rule
Below is what your LeadingAge Kansas Advocacy team has in the works to combat CMS’s Proposed Minimum Staffing Rule. We have:
Submitted a statement to LeadingAge National to use for their efforts. See below.“Since the...