Logan County Senior Living

10/09/2026

Fun Fact Friday: Did You Know Moving a Loved One to Long-Term Care Does NOT Mean You’ve Failed Them?

Many families struggle with the decision to move a parent or loved one into long-term care because they feel like they should be able to provide everything at home. But sometimes, choosing additional support is one of the most loving decisions a family can make. Sometimes loving someone means recognizing when you can no longer provide everything they need on your own. With nutritious meals, medications properly managed, assistance with daily needs, and opportunities for socialization and meaningful activities, many older adults experience an improved quality of life after moving into a long-term care community. Long-term care isn't about giving up—it's about making sure your loved one has the support, connection, and care they need to live as well as possible.

10/03/2026

10/02/2026

Fun Fact Friday: Did You Know You Can Continue to Receive Valuable Care Even After Medicare Skilled Coverage Ends?

Another common misconception is that once someone no longer qualifies for Medicare-covered skilled care (maximum 100 days), they no longer need—or can no longer receive—important nursing and supportive services. That’s not true! Depending on the individual’s needs, Medicare Part B may continue to cover certain medically necessary therapy services, even after a Medicare Part A skilled stay ends. Room, board, and ongoing long-term care can be paid through other options, including private pay, long-term care insurance, or Medicaid for those who qualify. The end of Medicare skilled coverage does not mean the end of care. It simply means the way that care is paid for may change. Understanding these options can help families make informed decisions and avoid the misconception that care must end when Medicare coverage does.

09/25/2026

Fun Fact Friday: Did you know Medicare Advantage Plan can restrict your access to skilled nursing and rehabilitation in ways Traditional Medicare does not?

Medicare Advantage plans can have prior authorization and network requirements, plus other rules that may affect where and when you can receive skilled nursing or rehabilitation services. Some plans may also provide a shorter period of coverage than you might expect.
With Medicare Open Enrollment coming soon, it's important to understand the differences between Traditional Medicare and Medicare Advantage before you need therapy or rehabilitation services. The plan you choose today can make a difference in your options when you need care tomorrow.
Take time to review your coverage and understand how your plan handles skilled nursing and rehabilitation—before you need it.

09/18/2026

Fun Fact Friday: Did You Know Medicare Does NOT Automatically Pay for Long-Term Care?

One of the most common misconceptions about nursing home care is that Medicare will cover all of a person’s expenses for as long as they live in a long-term care community. Medicare can help cover a short-term skilled nursing stay, but it is not a long-term care benefit. To qualify for Medicare-covered skilled care, there are specific requirements—including a 3 day, qualifying hospital stay, physician’s orders, and a continued need for medically necessary skilled nursing or therapy services. Even when someone qualifies, coverage is limited and is not intended to pay for ongoing custodial or long-term care. Understanding what Medicare does—and does not—cover can help families avoid unexpected expenses and plan ahead for future care needs.

09/11/2026

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09/11/2026

Fun Fact Friday: Did You Know LCSL Has a 5-Star Rating for Staffing?

According to Nursing Home Compare on Medicare.gov, LCSL has earned a 5-star staffing rating, compared with an average staffing rating of 3.5 stars for nursing homes in Kansas. Even more importantly, LCSL nurse aides spend an average of 3 hours and 8 minutes with each resident every day, compared with the Kansas average of 2 hours and 41 minutes.
These numbers represent more than statistics—they represent time spent caring, listening, helping, encouraging, and building relationships with the people who call LCSL home. We are incredibly grateful to our dedicated staff for the passion and commitment they bring to their work every day. Thank you to the LCSL team for giving your time, talent, and heart every day to provide quality care for a quality life.

09/04/2026

Fun Fact Friday: Did You Know LCSL Has Been Fortunate to Receive Tremendous Support from Our Local Foundations?

The Logan County Community Foundation and Logan County Healthcare Foundation have been incredibly generous supporters of LCSL and the elders we serve. Recent grant awards have helped us complete important projects that directly improve safety, comfort, and quality of care, including updating doors with safety locks, improvements to our bathing suite, and new lifts and equipment for our residents and staff. These investments may not always be possible within a tight operating budget, but the generosity of our local foundations helps make them a reality. We are deeply grateful for their continued belief in LCSL and their commitment to the health, safety, and well-being of Logan County seniors. Thank you for helping make a difference!

08/28/2026

Thank you to the Logan County Community Foundation for their generous donation!

💙 Grant Award Announcement 💙

The Logan County Community Foundation is pleased to award a grant to Logan County Senior Living to enhance resident safety and well-being.

We are proud to support projects that create safer environments and improve quality of life for our community's seniors. Thank you, Logan County Senior Living, for your dedication to compassionate care.

08/28/2026

Fun Fact Friday: Did you know that Medicare Advantage plans require pre-authorization for skilled nursing or rehabilitation services — and approval is not always guaranteed?

Many healthcare providers and senior care communities face challenges with delays, denials, or reimbursement issues related to certain plans, which can sometimes limit provider participation. While Medicare Advantage plans may offer lower premiums or extra benefits that work well for some seniors, it is important to carefully consider how coverage may impact access to skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and post-hospital care when choosing a plan.