Evergreen Community of Johnson County

This week, we celebrated the incredible dedication of our long-term care nurses! Your unwavering commitment to honoring resident choice and providing compassionate care truly makes all the difference. Thank you for your hard work, resilience, and dedication to excellence. You are appreciated! NURSES MAKE THE DIFFERENCE! #EvergreenCommunity #Teamwork #DedicationtoExcellence #NursesWeek2024 www.ecojc.org

April Hero of the Month - Kelsey O. Kelsey's dedication to excellence and commitment to empowering people make her a shining example of what it means to be part of Evergreen. From staying late to assist residents on weekends to leading with kindness and patience, Kelsey consistently puts the needs of others first. Her collaborative spirit and unwavering dedication to teamwork ensure that everyone feels supported and valued. Congratulations, Kelsey, on this well-deserved recognition! Thank you for embodying our core values and making a positive impact every day. #EvergreenHero #DedicationToExcellence #EmpoweringPeople #KindnessMatters #Teamwork www.ecojc.org

Did You Know? Join us as we uncover insightful facts about Evergreen Community, a non-profit nursing home, rooted in person-centered care. Did you know that 76% of our residents receive Medicaid benefits? This statistic highlights our dedication to accessibility and ensuring essential care for all members of our community. Stay tuned for more enlightening facts and information about our commitment to compassionate care. #EvergreenCommunity #DidYouKnow #DedicationtoExcellence www.ecojc.org

Join us for the Annual Spring Bazaar at Evergreen Community, hosted by JCYM- Johnson County Young Matrons! Support the residents while having fun exploring treasures in the Debby Sullivan Room from 9am-4pm, Today & Friday (April 11 & 12). Your generosity and support make a huge difference! Let's make this event a blast while supporting our wonderful community. See you there! #EvergreenCommunity #KindnessMatters #Teamwork #JCYM www.ecojc.org

Tune in today for an insightful episode of "Next Level Leadership" with Dana Weaver, Founder/CEO of Weaver Solutions, LLC! Join us to listen to an interview with Belinda V., Evergreen's Chief Development Officer, on Weaver Solutions. Get ready to elevate your leadership game! Don't miss out! #Leadership #Development #WeaverSolutions #NextLevelLeadership #EvergreenCommunity #DedicationtoExcellence https://lnkd.in/dctUcRiy www.ecojc.org

We are thrilled to share some exciting updates regarding our new campus project! Back in March 2023, thanks to the unwavering support of the Johnson County Board of County Commissioners, Evergreen Community embarked on a journey to construct a vibrant new community. We recognized the need to evolve from our current setup of semi-private rooms and 112 beds, which no longer aligns with the demands of the community. Fast forward to April 4, 2024, and we are proud to announce that Evergreen has secured land under contract in Olathe, marking a significant milestone in our journey. The Olathe Planning Department, Olathe Planning Commission, and Olathe City Council have enthusiastically approved our building project, paving the way for our vision to become a reality. Additionally, we are excited to partner with Midland PACE, who will be developing alongside us to better serve the needs of the Medicaid-eligible elderly population in the county. Our collaboration with the City of Olathe has been instrumental in expediting the approval of all necessary rezoning, site plan approvals, and building permits. We are thrilled to report the approval of our site development plans and architectural plans. Evergreen residents and staff were instrumental in helping design and revise the architectural design of the building. With construction plans well underway, we anticipate the completion of our new campus in early 2026. Upon completion, our new campus will offer an array of services tailored to meet the diverse needs of our community. From skilled nursing care in all private rooms to assisted living memory care, independent living apartments, and hospice services, our goal is to provide comprehensive care and support to all those we serve. Furthermore, we are excited to announce that Evergreen will be offering meals to PACE participants, along with a variety of life enrichment activities and chapel services. Additionally, we will be collaborating with PACE through various clinics, including dental, podiatry, and behavioral health services. As we continue to make strides toward the completion of our new campus, we recognize the need for additional financial support to ensure its success. Therefore, we are excited to announce the launch of our capital campaign aimed at securing the necessary funds to make our vision a reality. As a non-profit organization, we rely heavily on the generosity and support of our community to achieve our goals. For more information on how you can help make a difference or schedule a time to learn more about Evergreen’s current services, future services, and amenities, please reach out to Belinda Vierthaler, Chief Development Officer, at 913-477-8242 or BelindaV@ecojc.org. www.ecojc.org

Team Member Tuesday! March Hero of the Month - Tyler R. This month, we celebrate Tyler for his commitment to Resident Choice, Teamwork, and showing Kindness Matters daily. We appreciate Tyler! "Tyler has been with Evergreen for a short time, but in that time, he has had a big impact on Millcreek residents and team!" "Tyler always has a positive attitude, always says hello, and makes eye contact." "Tyler does not hesitate to advocate for the residents if he sees a situation where he thinks we can improve." "Tyler asks questions to better understand how he can help and make the process better." #EvergreenCommunity #HealthCareHeroes #Teamwork #DedicationtoExcellence www.ecojc.org

Help us celebrate the newest Evergreen Hero of the Month, Afton Sanchez, Laundry/Community Care Partner   These are the things the team said about Afton: Afton is very patient and kind and she is a hard worker! Afton helped a resident in distress who thought her clothes and shoes were missing. Afton walked her through the laundry room and put the resident’s mind at ease. Afton is amazing at her job and is excellent with the residents. Recently, Afton took it upon herself to sit and play Scrabble with 2 residents in John’s Dug Out. Thank you for bringing them joy! We appreciate you and your dedication to the Evergreen team!  #dedicationtoexcellence www.ecojc.org

Huge congratulations to Belinda, Chief Development Officer, for being named Olathe Chamber of Commerce Ambassador of the Year! Her dedication and hard work are truly commendable. Today, we gather at Evergreen to celebrate with co-workers, reflecting on her outstanding achievements. Belinda's time and efforts have not gone unnoticed, and we couldn't be prouder. Cheers to your well-deserved success and recognition! #EvergreenCommunity #DedicationtoExcellence #Teamwork #HardWorkPaysOff www.ecojc.org

Please help us congratulate the newest Hero of the Month, Lori! Here is what the team said about her: -Lori always puts the needs of the residents and her team members, above all else! -She is willing to come in on her off hours/days to help! -Lori will take on any task necessary to promote resident comfort, safety and general well-being! -Lori is very well organized, approachable, and patient. She always takes the time to listen. Thank you for all you do, Lori! We appreciate you! #dedicationtoexcellence www.ecojc.org