• Reusable Gowns and Masks – As part of a consortium with Hanes, America Knits manufactures Level 1 Isolation Gowns and Personal Safety Masks in Swainsboro, Georgia. America Knits is identified as a trusted supplier but Value First does not have a GPO agreement with this supplier; LeadingAge members are receiving the manufacturer cost with no fees being paid to Value First or any other entity outside of America Knits.
  • COVID-19 Test Kits – Strategic Lab Partners is now procuring COVID 19 testing materials that includes Universal Transport Media and swabs. SLP has relationships with multiple transport media manufacturers and has the ability to create kits quickly for COVID 19 testing.
  • Personnel Management Kiosk – Meridian’s Personnel Management Solution is designed to help protect the health and safety of both employees and guests by preventing anyone with a temperature from entering a facility. Alarms can be added to sound when those above the temperature threshold and those without access attempt to enter.
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Nicole Schings
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.

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