At Bluestem Communities we celebrated life (social distancing style) with our 400+ independent living residents! We drove by our neighborhoods at Kidron Bethel Village (North Newton) and Schowalter Villa (Hesston) and shared music, dancing and waves. There were lots of smiles under the masks as everyone was excited to see each other.

Parade Videos

Kidron Bethel Village residents: Mel and Mary Sue Voth
Schowalter Villa residents (left to right): Judy Schmidt, Abe Schmidt, Sheila Snow and Betsy Snow
Kidron Bethel Village residents: Leon and Janet Schmidt
BS3- Schowalter Villa (left to right): Ellen Samuelson, Berniece Stadalman, Dwight McClure (maintenance staff) and Norman Friesen
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Nicole Schings is the Director of Member Services and Business Development. Nicole joined the association in 2018, and oversees our Member Services program, our Partnership and Associate Member relationships, and our online education system. A graduate of Washburn University, Nicole uses her 22 years of experience in the association world to enhance the support of our members, problem solve their issues and bring new partners into the LeadingAge Kansas family. Outside of work, Nicole is passionate about geocaching and moments spent with her dog, Blu. You can reach Nicole directly at 785.670.8048.