CPAAA Is Here to Help

For over 40 years Central Plains Area Agency on Aging (CPAAA) has helped guide older adults, caregivers and persons with disabilities providing information, assistance and support. Our friendly staff see the big picture and are here to help you understand your options and find resources available through CPAAA and our community partners. CPAAA serves older individuals, family caregivers, adults with disabilities and professionals in Butler, Harvey and Sedgwick Counties. Find out more.

What’s New at CPAAA

Central Plans Area Agency on Aging (CPAAA) is hosting a FREE Hoarding Workshop event on Tuesday, October 22, 2024, from 12:00pm - 5:00pm at the Hyatt Regency Wichita. This event is open to the public and registration is required. Who should attend? Case managers, social workers, in-home service providers, first responders, caregivers, adults struggling with clutter, friends, family support and others interested in education on Hoarding Disorder. What will I learn?  Attendees will learn the ‘what and why’ of Hoarding Disorder, ethical challenges and dilemmas around hoarding, how to break the stigma, shame and guilt, and ways to provide support. What’s included? Registration is free and includes lunch, snacks and beverages. Certificate of Attendance and information required for ethics and diagnostic & treatment CEUs will be available. Free parking is available across the street just southeast of the hotel at the corner of Waterman St. & Water St. View the flyer and registration form for details. Contact CPAAA at 855-200-2372.

**INPUT NEEDED**

The Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services is seeking feedback on home and community-based services for older Kansans. This survey will be open until Dec. 15 and the results will help form the 2026 Kansas State Plan on Aging. Have your voice heard through participation of this survey. Click HERE for more info.