Joint Provider Fire Marshal Workshop – 2 Weeks Away
A table top exercise, understanding generators, and fire door discussion will be the key focus of this year's Joint Provider Fire Marshal Workshop; July 11th in Topeka and July 12th in Newton. Don’t miss out on this...
Last Chance to Apply for the Center for Leadership
Do me a favor and take a moment to consider why you haven’t applied for our program yet. Is it because you don’t think you need leadership training? Is it because the cost is...
“Hand in Hand” Dementia Training Course on YouTube
A Hand-in-Hand dementia care training course by Linda Farrar is now available on YouTube. The training is divided into 6 modules, and are available to anyone who would like to use them.
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CMS announces updates related to Nursing Home Compare and Payroll-Based Journal data
Long-Stay Hospitalization Quality Measure
CMS continues to focus on reducing hospitalizations to improve the health and safety of nursing home residents. Hospitalizations are expensive, disruptive, and place residents at risk for an increased decline in...
Webinar on July 26: Antibiotic Stewardship – Key Clinical Strategies for Successful Outcomes
What exactly is an Antibiotic Stewardship Program and how does it affect your organization? Learn the answer to this question and much more by joining this webinar July 26th from 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
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Congratulations to Wesley Towers in Hutchinson
A shout out to the team at Wesley Towers in Hutchinson on their recent 2-deficiency KDADS survey!
State Medicaid Training in Hays on July 12
KDHE Division of Health Care Finance is offering Medicaid Training on July 12, 2018, 9:30 – 3:30 at DSNWK, Scheopner Room, 2703 Hall, Suite 3, Hays, KS, 67601. Registration is first-come, first served, and must...
Kansas Nursing Home and LTCU Quick Facts
323 - Number of licensed nursing homes and hospital long-term care units (LTCUs)
94.5% - Percentage of all licensed nursing homes and LTCUs that participate in the Medicaid program
81.19% - Average occupancy
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Congratulations to Bethel Home in Montezuma
Congratulations to Bethel Home in Montezuma on their recent zero deficiency KDADS nursing home survey!
Read This: Submit PSR by July 1, 2018
If you haven’t already, please take a moment to fill out this easy online form and submit your Program Service Revenue from line 9 of your form 990 for dues purposes. Don’t have a...
LEADINGAGE KANSAS FOUNDATION Scholarship Deadline August 1, 2018
Any employee of a LeadingAge Kansas member is eligible to apply for an LEADINGAGE KANSAS FOUNDATION Scholarship. Learn more and apply TODAY. Please contact Tina Andres at (800) 264-5242 if you have questions.
Out of Reach: Wages Don’t Support Housing Needs of LTC Workers
In a recent report published by the National Low-Income Housing Coalition, it was noted that a large portion of staff in senior living and long term care communities earn less than what it takes to be...