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Agency of the Month Highlight – June 2023

Kancare is resuming renewals.  Make sure the KanCare Clearinghouse has your most current contact information.  You can do this online at their website or by call 1-800-792-4884.  If your address, phone number or any other contact information has recently changed please let them know.  This will help the KanCare Clearinghouse contact you when your renewal is due and may help you avoid a gap in coverage. More information on the Continuous Enrollment Unwinding can be found Here.  Watch this step to step guide for updating your information here.  

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June 02, 2023

On
Wednesday, June 21, United Community Services(UCS) will host their annual
Human Services Summit from 8:00 am to 12:15 pmParticipants will learn about the realities of homelessness in our community and about the collaborative solutions that can help make a difference.   Registration required, register online here.  More info…

June 02, 2023

Mental Health America of the Heartland is hosting “Shift Happens” via Zoom Webinar on Friday, June 23, from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm, $45 registration fee.  Contact Stacy Davis with questions at (913) 222-5933.  More info...

June 01, 2023

Harvesters Community Food Network distributes food intended for families in need of emergency food assistance at multiple locations and times.  Days, times, and locations of Harvesters Partner Agencies in the Kansas and Missouri service areas can be found at its Food Locator and Meals for Kids webpages.  

June 01, 2021

The 
Salvation Army Olathe Corp will have a Commodities Food Distribution for Johnson County Low Income residents will be Friday, June 23 from 9:00 to 11:00 am at Salvation Army Olathe Corps (420 East Santa Fe Street, Olathe, KS).  More info... 

May 31, 2023

Free summer lunch programs are available at various locations this Summer.  Visit the various sites for times, dates, locations, and eligibility.  

May 31, 2023

The Kansas Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program (KSFMNP) provides coupons to help low-income seniors purchase fresh fruits and vegetables, fresh herbs, and local honey at farmers markets, roadside stands and farm stores. To apply find your local program on their interactive map here.  Application period runs Thursday, June 1 through Friday, September 15 or benefits are no longer available.

Johnson County Distribution Day is scheduled for Thursday, June 15th from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.  More info…

May 30, 2023

Workforce Partnership is hosting a Resume Workshop on Tuesday, June 20, from 11:00 am to 12:30 pm at Johnson County Workforce Center (8535 Bluejacket, Lenexa, KS).  A 
Kansas Works account is required to register.  Call (913) 577-5900 to reserve a seat. More info...

May 25, 2023

Women's Employment Network (WEN) will host "Exploring Entrepreneurship" on Thursday, June 15, from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm.  Register Online

May 24, 2023

Join Johnson County Mental Health Center and Johnson County Department of Health and Environment for an education series about the foundations of healthy living and ways to live your healthiest lifeTake 10 hours and feel better in 2023! Registration is now open. For additional information or questions contact Jamie Katz at 913-715-7884 or Jamie Katz. The first class in June is on Tuesday, June 6, 2023More info...

May 18, 2023

2023 KC Skilled Trades Expo will take place on Thursday, June 8 from 12:00 to 6:00pm at Mid-America Carpenters Regional Council Training Facility (8955 East 38th Terrace, Kansas City, MO).  Questions can be emailedMore info...



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