STATE NEWS
Resident Stimulus Checks and Medicaid Eligibility
As more COVID-19 stimulus checks have been distributed Americans, we are sharing a reminder of how those checks are being treated under Medicaid eligibility rules. The KDHE eligibility program referred us to this KanCare program policy Here is the specific information from that policy memo in regards to the stimulus check:
COVID-19 FEDERAL STIMULUS FUNDS The Phase III, H.R. 758 (116) or CARES Act Mar. 25, 2020, also known as the stimulus bill, provides most adults with a one-time payment of $1,200 ($2,400 for couples filing jointly). Each child aged 16 and under would get an additional $500. These payments will start distribution in April 2020. For purposes of this implementation, these payments are exempt as income in the month received and exempt as a resource through the consumers review period, not to exceed twelve (12) months. Additionally, there may be additional funds (ex: increased unemployment funds) that may also be exempt under this policy. Example: Consumer receives $200 per week in regular unemployment income, however, because the cause of unemployment was because of the COVID-19 emergency, the consumer receives an additional $600 in unemployment income. The standard unemployment income of $200 is countable unearned income. The $600 additional unemployment income for COVID-19 is exempt.
Weekly COVID-19 Update from KDHE
The slides and Q&A for the 1-21-21 COVID-19 Update for Local Partners webinar are available:
You can access the recording of the webinar here.
The next COVID-19 Update for Local Partners will take place Thursday, January 28 at 10am CST. You can register for the webinar here.
Password: KDHECOVID
LEADINGAGE KANSAS NEWS
Limited Spaces Remain for Cycle One of the COVID-19 Safety for CNAs Training
The COVID-19 Safety for CNAs training series kicks-off on February 10th, and there are still a few spaces in the morning session (9:00 -10:30 AM) available for your team.
This OSHA grant-funded training will provide CNAs tools and opportunities to gain the knowledge and skills needed to safety work during the pandemic and advocate for safety in the organization. Hands-on learning, facilitated discussions, and opportunities to practice learning will ensure they are actively engaged in the learning and ready to apply it in your organization.
Have you looked at the topics and trainers yet? If not, take a peek!
Week 1: COVID-19 101 and Self Care – Presenter Amy Siple
Week 2: PPE for COVID-19 – Presenters Amy Siple and Travis Bennet/John Juresic
Week 3: Respiratory Protection – Presenter Travis Bennet/John Juresic
Week 4: Rights, Responsibilities & Communication- Presenters Travis Bennet/John Juresic and Kathy Ure
This training series is unique opportunity for CNAs to learn from experts outside your organization, pose their questions to the trainers and connect with peers in other organizations. The best part is, there is NO cost for your team to register. To register, visit COVID-19 Safety for CNAs Training Series Survey. For more information message stephanie@leadingagekansas.org.
Don’t delay; spaces will not last long!
This material was produced under grant number SH-99033-SH0 from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, U.S. Department of Labor. It does not necessarily reflect the views or policies of the U.S. Department of Labor, nor does mention of trade names, commercial products, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. Government.
Friday Webinars
Here is the recording for last Friday’s Webinar. Here are the handouts.
Don’t forget to join us each Friday at 10 AM for the call. If you haven’t registered for them yet, you can do so here.
Coping with COVID Mondays and Thursdays
This pandemic has wreaked havoc on the mental health of aging services workers. To help with this, LeadingAge Kansas has a solution. Join us Mondays at Noon and Thursdays at 4 PM.
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