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Kansas Advocates for Better Care KABC
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Добавлен 5 мар 2015
Kansas Advocates for Better Care (KABC) is a non-partisan, non-profit organization that concerns itself with the quality of long term care for all aging adults in the state of Kansas. KABC offers long term care consumers information and referral services, community and caregiver training, as well as numerous publications related to healthy aging and quality care. All of KABC's services, training, and publications are free to the public. If you have any questions about KABC or long term care in Kansas, visit our website www.kabc.org or call us toll free at (800) 525-1782 or email info@kabc.org
Together Against Elder Abuse: KABC's 2024 Caregiver Training and Membership Meeting
In this essential training, hosted by Kansas Advocates for Better Care, experts Vanessa Riebli and Rick Fleming discuss the critical topics of elder abuse, neglect, and financial exploitation. Learn how to recognize the signs, protect vulnerable older adults, and take action against these serious issues.
Presented on: Thursday, September 12, 2024
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Speakers: Vanessa Riebli (Elder Justice in Kansas) and Rick Fleming (Financial Literacy and Empowerment for Older Adults)
This training is designed for caregivers, family members, healthcare professionals, and anyone interested in protecting the rights and well-being of older adults.
Topics Covered:
-Recognizing different fo...
Presented on: Thursday, September 12, 2024
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Speakers: Vanessa Riebli (Elder Justice in Kansas) and Rick Fleming (Financial Literacy and Empowerment for Older Adults)
This training is designed for caregivers, family members, healthcare professionals, and anyone interested in protecting the rights and well-being of older adults.
Topics Covered:
-Recognizing different fo...
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Navigating Medicaid and Medicare Coverage for Long-Term Care Costs
Просмотров 468 месяцев назад
KABC partnered with Karen Weber, JD and Weber Elder Law Office for a Zoom training on navigating Medicaid and Medicare coverage for long-term care costs. Karen Weber is an elder law and special needs lawyer licensed in both Kansas and Missouri. She practices in the areas of estate and Medicaid planning, special needs trusts planning, guardianship and conservatorship administration, and probate....
Stand By Me 2022 Invitation
Просмотров 1242 года назад
Join us for the 15th Annual Stand by Me fundraising event! This year’s special guest is Chris Mann, candidate for Kansas Attorney General. Discover the many ways you can support KABC’s mission. Quality care begins with your generosity! #StandByMe2022 #KABC #Kansas #Fundraiser #Invitation
Rebuilding Trust ~ Partnering for Improved Outcomes
Просмотров 112 года назад
Brenda Groves from KFMC and Mitzi McFatrich, KABC join other presenters
Camille Russell Person Centered Care
Просмотров 662 года назад
Person Centered Care for Older Adults in Nursing Homes is the Rule. KABC's Mitzi McFatrich talks with Kansas Long-Term Care Ombudsman Camille Russell about this important rule and how it can benefit older adults.
Temporary Aides Kelly Sommers
Просмотров 472 года назад
Aides and Nurses have different roles in providing care to older adults. Registered nurse, Kelly Sommers, joins KABC to share more about the differences. Kelly also tells us about the role of Temporary Aides in nursing homes during the COVID pandemic.
Charlie's Bill: KS HB2004
Просмотров 932 года назад
House Bill 2004 or Charlie's Bill, honors Charlie Imthurn who lost his life after a wrongful eviction from assisted living nearly a decade ago, and his wife Rachel's 10-year campaign to right this wrong for other residents. If passed by the Legislature, HB2004 will level the playing field between residents wrongfully evicted from homes plus, assisted living facilities and residential care facil...
2021 Caregiver Training With Camille Russell, State Long Term Care Ombudsman
Просмотров 583 года назад
Camille Russell, newly appointed Kansas Long-Term Care Ombudsman in January 2021, discusses resident rights in assisted living facilities, how to advocate for yourself or on behalf of a loved-one, and how she and regional ombudsmen can help resolve conflicts in care facilities.
KABC Celebrates Occupational Therapy Month With Dr. Archie
Просмотров 343 года назад
April is Occupational Therapy Month! KABC is celebrating OT Month with Board Member Dr. Brandy Archie, OTD, OTR/L, CLIPP, CLVT. Dr. Archie is the founder of AccessAble Living in KC and Wichita, a company whose mission is to adapt environments to fit the needs of older adults and keep them living safely in their homes.
Stand By Me 2020 Finale
Просмотров 123 года назад
Thank you to everyone who participated in Stand By Me 2020!
STAND BY ME 2020: Sharing Hope
Просмотров 113 года назад
Join KABC in sharing hope this week by writing messages of encouragement with sidewalk chalk outside an elder's house or your local nursing home, taping pieces of art to their window, or planting a yard sign in their front lawn.
Douglas County KS Aging Issues Forum: Candidates for State Representative, Senate & Co. Commission
Просмотров 193 года назад
Douglas County KS Aging Issues Forum with Candidates running for State Representative & Senate districts & County Commission Districts serving Dg. Co. residents Candidates running for State Representative & Senate districts in Douglas County: Mike Amyx, Barbara Ballard, Marci Francisco, Christina Haswood, Tom Holland, Boog Highberger Candidates running for County Commission Districts: Pam McDer...
Stand By Me 2020 - Cheering For Change: Stories of Those Most Impacted
Просмотров 123 года назад
For Stand By Me 2020 week 2 - Cheering For Change - we spoke with those most impacted by COVID-19 and the visitation ban on long-term care facilities.
STAND BY ME 2020: Cheering For Change
Просмотров 63 года назад
Join KABC for Stand By Me 2020 and cheer for change this week by calling or writing an elder who inspires you to change care. Then head to the community forum to share why you cheer for change: www.kabcstandbyme.org/community-forum
Ann Wyatt, MSW: Dementia & Palliative Care
Просмотров 223 года назад
Ann Wyatt, MSW speaks with KABC about Palliative Care and Dementia. Join Ann and KABC in cheering for change this week: www.kabcstandbyme.org
Stand By Me 2020: Shining A Light On Better Care
Просмотров 263 года назад
Stand By Me 2020: Shining A Light On Better Care
Stand By Me 2020 Major Sponsors: Why They Stand By KABC
Просмотров 773 года назад
Stand By Me 2020 Major Sponsors: Why They Stand By KABC
Interview With Ross Boelling: KS COVID Data & Elders
Просмотров 684 года назад
Interview With Ross Boelling: KS COVID Data & Elders
Interview: Lou Ann Kibbee Talks About Independent Living In Kansas
Просмотров 474 года назад
Interview: Lou Ann Kibbee Talks About Independent Living In Kansas
Chemical restraint takes away a person rights, dignity, and sense of self.
Просмотров 1276 лет назад
Chemical restraint takes away a person rights, dignity, and sense of self.
Human Rights Watch In Kansas Nursing Facilities
Просмотров 286 лет назад
Human Rights Watch In Kansas Nursing Facilities
Antipsychotic Drug Use in Nursing Homes: Convenience or Care?
Просмотров 316 лет назад
Antipsychotic Drug Use in Nursing Homes: Convenience or Care?
Families Talk About Caring For Older Loved Ones
Просмотров 866 лет назад
Families Talk About Caring For Older Loved Ones
Ban chemical restraints in nursing homes! Now
Yes I agree with you!
This is very heartfelt and validating for others going through this
Read more about Kansas Advocates for Better Care on our website: www.kabc.org/