Tag: Update
Community Supports Waiver Presentation
Posted on by Amanda Holt
Jessica Schadel, Program Manager for the new Community Supports Waiver (CSW) will be presenting information on the CSW at our next Community Council meeting.
View more information on the CSW here: Community Supports Waiver
Meeting Information:
Thursday, February 26, 2026
10:30 AM to 12:00 PM
LCC Cardinal Event Center
1306 Main, Parsons, KS 67357
HCBS Final Rule
Posted on by Amanda Holt
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has published rules to protect persons receiving home and community-based (HCBS) services.

Below is a slideshow with additional information concerning Final Rule and the individual rights that are being protected. Click through to learn more.
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For the most up to date information concerning Final Rule, check out the following link to the KDADS website:
