Health & Wellness

Helpful Conversations –
The Power of Sharing.
New Support Groups at VOA.
June 2023

June 26, 2023

Life can be tough, even for the toughest among us.   Sometimes we just need to learn some new ways of looking at things.   There is confidential help and support available.   Kadelyn Burd and Tyler Broderick of Volunteers…

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JC Hospital
Board Meeting

June 7, 2023

AGENDA Review and approve the prior month’s Board meeting minutes 0:00Chief of Staff Report 0:30Leadership Reports 3:55CEO Report 13:20Approval of Credentialing 39:40JCHC Financial Performance 44:05Review FY2024 Preliminary Budgeta. Approval of AHCC price increaseb. Approval of FY2024 mill levy requestExecutive SessionAdjourn

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‘Hear It Right’.
Hearing Health Matters.
May 2023

May 27, 2023

Hearing is a topic that’s often misunderstood and underestimated, yet plays a vital role in our lives every single day.  It’s an important subject that affects so many people, yet it’s not talked about nearly enough. Many of us take our hearing…

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Soft or Smart?
Drug Court with County
Attorney Tucker Ruby.  
May 2023

May 24, 2023

Johnson County has had a ‘Drug Court’ program for over 20 years and has received increased funding this year.   Is this approach that tries to tackle the underlying issues beneath addiction a reasonable alternative to incarceration?   Johnson County…

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Parent Liaison in
Elementary School.  
What’s the Point? 
May 2023

May 22, 2023

Delve into the role of the Parent Liaison at JCDS#1 with Kristyn Alger, the dedicated Parent Liaison, who sheds light on her work and its purpose. Often misunderstood, the Parent Liaison program at JCDS#1 is not solely designed for families…

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Caregivers
Need Care Too.
May 2023

May 22, 2023

Caregiving can be a challenging journey, filled with physical and emotional demands. Recognizing the need for a safe space where caregivers can find solace and support, the Buffalo Senior Center is launching this confidential support group. It’s an opportunity for…

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Hike for Hope.
Taking Strides for
Suicide Prevention.
May 2-23

May 16, 2023

Take strides to support suicide prevention.   Suicide has touched many many people in Johnson County.  Hike for Hope is a great time to come together for show it is an issue that you care about about build connections with…

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Amy Holt
Nursing Home
Reduces Capacity.
May 8 2023

May 10, 2023

Staff shortages have forced Amy Holt Nursing Home to close 11 of its 44 beds.  The situation has far-reaching implications for both patients and their families, as well as the financial stability of JCHC. Compounding the issue, JCHC is also…

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Rely on Medicaid?
Changes Ahead.
May 2023

May 2, 2023

Medicaid is changing its enrollment requirements.  Thousands of Wyomingites stand to lose their Medicaid health insurance coverage if they don’t actively re-enroll each year.  Find out who is at risk and how to keep your coverage with Erik Saulness of…

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Buffalo EMS Interview.
April 2023

April 28, 2023

Ambulance services play a critical role in ensuring the health and safety of the community. As such, it is important to examine various aspects of their operations.  With a new 4 year contract for services in Buffalo with Buffalo EMS…

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JC Hospital
Board Meeting.
April 26, 2023

April 27, 2023

AGENDA Review and approve the prior month’s Board meeting minutes 0:00Chief of Staff Report 0:40Leadership Reports 5:40CEO Report 18:30Approval of Credentialing 29:40JCHC Financial Performance 41:00Executive Session 53:35Adjourn

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Say What?
Teens and the Rise in
Hearing Loss.
April 2023

April 25, 2023

Many teens are constantly plugged into their devices using headphones or earbuds.  While this may seem harmless, maybe even a pleasant relief from having to hear what they are listening to, it can actually lead to long-term hearing damage.  Although…

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