Learn more about KanCare

Posted July 24, 2012 by Mandy Smith in

In January 2013, Medicaid and HealthWave will change their names to KanCare.  KanCare will also provide new benefits, such as basic dental care.  To learn about KanCare please attend one of the meetings in your area.  If you have questions, call (866) 305-5147.  If you require special assistance for a meeting please call Rita at (785) 296-5107 or email at KanCare@kdheks.gov by noon on July 26th.  The meetings are from 6:00pm to 8:00pm.

Monday July 30                                                                 
Topeka
Washburn University
Memorial Union, Washburn Room
A 1700 College Ave

Garden City
Garden City Community College
Dennis Perrymen Athletic Complex Gymnasium
801 Campus Drive

Tuesday July 31                                                                

Wichita
Wichita State University
Metroplex, Room 180
5015 E. 29th St. North

Leavenworth
Riverfront Community Center
Riverview Room
123 S. Esplanade St.

Wednesday August 1
Salina
KS Highway Patrol Training
Academy, Large Auditorium
2025 E. Iron Avenue

Fort Scott
Fort Scott Community College
Danny and Willa Ellis Family Fine Arts Center
2108 S. Horton

Thursday August 2
Hays
Fort Hays State University
Memorial Union, Fort Hays Ballroom
600 Park Street

Overland Park
Tomahawk Ridge Community Center
Pinnacle and Summit Rooms
11902 Lowell

Mandy Smith

Mandy has worked at RCIL since June of 2009. She is a Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist and provides services in 32 counties to individuals who are blind or have low vision and are 55 years and older.

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