Our Projects & Other News
Kansas Nursing Homes cited for failing to prevent infections and failing to control infection spread
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.
CoronaVirus Crisis Campaign
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...
2019 Kansas Nursing Home Trends
Each year, Kansas Advocates for Better Care (KABC) reviews performance of Kansas nursing facilities based upon on annual health safety inspections conducted by the State. KABC tracks and reports information on quality in long-term care as a public service. The following is a look at Kansas nursing facility performance trends – good and poor – in meeting federally and...
2019 Stand By Me ~ THANK YOU!
Thank you to all who attended and donated! Our event this year was the most successful to date thanks to YOU! On October 27th, more than 100 of KABC's friends attended our 11th annual Stand By Me charity event in Lawrence. It was a festive afternoon of food & drink, excellent magic acts, a photo booth, music and charity auction. You...
Healthy Recipes for All Ages
With the help of KU interns Hayes Miller, Tyler Golden and Claire Shanovich, KABC has created a collection of healthy recipes for all ages.
Corrected Kansas Nursing Home Performance Trends-2018
KABC annually releases information on performance trends in Kansas nursing facilities. KABC tracks and reports information on health and safety compliance in long-term care as a public service.
Thank you for supporting Stand By Me!
This year’s Stand By Me event on October 28th was the most successful to date. We wish to extend our gratitude to our sponsors, auction item donors and to the more than 135 people who attended the event on October 28th.
Dementia and Older Adults
Learn more about the laws relating to elder abuse, especially as it relates to individuals with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease.
Thriving At Home
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.
Psychotropics ~ Making an Informed Choice
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.