Many thanks to everyone who was able to attend KABC's September 10th caregiver training, "Roadmap to Assisted Living & Your Rights." State Long-Term Care Ombudsman Camille Russell and KABC Executive Director Margaret Farley did a wonderful job with their presentations. We are grateful that they shared their knowledge and expertise with us. If you weren't able to attend, or if you'd...
On January 28, 2021, after 10 long years of fighting, Rachel finally was able to tell Charlie’s story to the Kansas legislature. You can read it here.
COVID 19 and concerns about infection prevention and control in Kansas Nursing Homes. 117 Kansas nursing homes were repeatedly cited for poor infection prevention and control long before the pandemic hit. Click here to review which facilities failed to meet important health safety infection control standards.
In the wake of the CoronaVirus epidemic, the elderly are among the most at risk. Extreme and unprecedented measures have been taken to stop the spread among older adults. KABC’s advocacy is needed now more than ever to assure that elder and family concerns have a strong public voice. Aging adults in the community are challenged to find adequate resources –...
With the help of KU interns Hayes Miller, Tyler Golden and Claire Shanovich, KABC has created a collection of healthy recipes for all ages.
Learn more about the laws relating to elder abuse, especially as it relates to individuals with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease.
Most people prefer to age in their own homes for as long as possible. This publication can help provide you with the knowledge and resources to do just that.
On September 14, 2018 at the KABC Annual Caregiver Training, Pharmacist Tammy Willits provided a comprehensive presentation on psychotropic medications: medications that change how the brain processes information, such as altering mood, thoughts, perceptions, emotions, and behaviors.
On September 14, 2018, Dr. Matt Stein gave an enlightening talk about the history and evolution of informed consent and a provider’s duty to inform you of the risks and benefits of proposed treatment methods.
If you are one of the thousands of older Kansans who want to live at home and need support and services, this Quality Care Checklist is for you
