Midland Care Meals on Wheels

Save the date for the first annual Midland Care Connection, Inc. Community Champions Gala! Join us at the beautiful Kay McFarland Japanese Garden Venue at the Topeka Zoo on September 20th for an evening of recognition and celebration. The event will honor remarkable retirees from Shawnee, Jefferson, and Douglas counties, showcasing how retirement is a new chapter filled with opportunities to give back and pursue lifelong passions.

All proceeds will support Midland Care Meals on Wheels. For tickets and more details, visit: https://midlandcare.org/events/2024-community-champions/

We are thrilled to announce that Midland Care Connection, Inc. has been awarded the 2024 Community's Choice Award for Best Hospice Care Services! We are truly honored and thankful to everyone in our community who cast their votes for us. Your support means the world to us, and we feel privileged to have been providing hope, comfort, and assistance to those in need since 1978.

To learn more about all of the services Midland Care provides, please visit: https://midlandcare.org/services/

Interested in joining our award-winning team? See all of our career openings here: https://midlandcare.org/careers/

Mark your calendars for the first annual Midland Care Connection, Inc. Community Champions Gala! This special recognition event will take place at the beautiful Kay McFarland Japanese Garden Venue at the Topeka Zoo on September 20th. Proceeds will benefit Midland Care Meals on Wheels, and we will honor outstanding retirees from Shawnee, Jefferson, and Douglas counties. This gala celebrates the idea that retirement is not an end but a new beginning—a time to rediscover and pursue passions, using skills and talents developed over a lifetime to give back to the community.

Stay tuned to our social media channels for updates on tickets to the event, sponsorship opportunities, and event details. We can't wait to celebrate with the community as we honor our amazing community champions!

For 248 years, America has celebrated its independence. We come together with family and friends, host backyard barbecues, and participate in local parades. Flags wave proudly, bunting decorates windows, and fireworks light the night sky. Through generations, we continue traditions that showcase our ability to unite as Americans despite our differences. This year, take a moment to reflect on these cherished customs. Happy 4th of July!

We are excited to announce that Meals on Wheels of Eastern Kansas is now Midland Care Meals on Wheels! Serving Shawnee, Jefferson, and Douglas counties, we deliver hot, nutritious meals daily to help older adults and the homebound remain independent, manage chronic health issues, and avoid hospitalizations. While our name and logo have changed, our dedication and commitment to the people in our community remain the same!

To learn more about Midland Care Meals on Wheels, please visit us at: https://midlandcare.org/services/meals-on-wheels/

The first annual Midland Care Connection, Inc. Community Champions Gala on September 20, 2024, is a recognition event benefiting Meals on Wheels of Eastern Kansas, Inc., celebrating honorees from Shawnee, Jefferson, and Douglas counties who are of retirement age. This gala underscores that retirement doesn't signify a loss of purpose; instead, it can begin a renewed effort to pursue passions and utilize talents honed over years in the workforce to give back to the community. We seek individuals who, in their retirement, have discovered and embraced their true passions to benefit others.

To nominate a Community Champion that you know, please download a nomination form from our website: https://midlandcare.org/events/2024-community-champions/

The deadline to submit nominations is July 15, 2024.

It’s of Kaw Valley Day of Giving! Today, you can help move our community forward by investing in our shared, strategic work to help Midland Care Connection, Inc. and Meals on Wheels of Eastern Kansas, Inc. address food insecurity in our communities.
We encourage you to head to http://uwkvdayofgiving.org/ to make a gift supporting these efforts. There are even match dollars available to double your gift! Follow the of Kaw Valley hashtag and United Way’s social media account to keep up with fun activities and information all day!

United Way of Kaw Valley

Our office is closed today for Memorial Day, and there will be no meal deliveries. Normal delivery operations will resume tomorrow. Remember to check in on your older neighbors, friends, and family!

Our office will be closed on Monday, May 27, for Memorial Day, and there will be no meal deliveries. Normal delivery operations will resume on Tuesday, May 28. Remember to check in on your older neighbors, friends, and family!

The latest episode of the Midland Moment Podcast is now live! This month, we feature Megan Callahan. Megan is the weekend on-call care team coordinator at Midland Care Connection, Inc., where she has worked for four and a half years in various roles. She is active on social media, discussing Midland Care's important role in our community. In this episode, we talk with her about how her personal and professional experiences have significantly shaped who she is today.

You can listen to the Midland Moment Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0Km5jzOLQSLnPRZ6jT6hj2?si=6bbdc3dc7031403c

YouTube: https://youtu.be/LgV--fF2oP0?si=6AkxLyJNPTqBx31U

Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/9fa5bb7e-3c88-4c65-8985-fce0c8d01045/episodes/66730d82-0340-40e5-88dd-11fcf4ca053e/midland-moment-podcast-megan-callahan-rn-case-manager

iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-midland-moment-podcast-155511802/episode/megan-callahan-rn-case-manager-176916316/

Or by visiting our Midland Moment Podcast page at our website: https://midlandcare.org/midland-moment-podcast/

What a night Friday was! We're grateful to you, Topeka, for joining us for a night of celebration. We couldn't have asked for better weather and loved seeing you all here! We'll put up more event photos this week, but would be remiss if we didn't thank you all for your support.

Our Celebration Walk silent auction is still live, through May 24! Bidding is a breeze! To view items and place bids, please visit:

https://one.bidpal.net/24mccauction/welcome



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There is an old tale called "The Starfish Story" about a man who, upon seeing a boy throwing stranded starfish back into the ocean, asks the boy why he was wasting his time when the starfish would likely be returned to the same fate. The boy looked at him, picked up a starfish, threw it back in, and said, "It made a difference to that one." Dawn Ross is making a difference at Midland Care Connection, Inc. Meals on Wheels. "Dawn is an essential part of the Meals on Wheels program ... we are so blessed to have [her] on our Meals on Wheels team!" said Meals on Wheels Director Kim Williams. She's also setting an example for her nine-year-old son, Eddie, who volunteers for Meals on Wheels.

Please read about how Dawn is making a difference in lives and being a hero to her son: https://midlandcare.org/dawn-ross-making-a-difference/

To learn more about our Meals on Wheels program, please visit: https://midlandcare.org/services/meals-on-wheels/

Don't miss out on your chance to support a great cause!

The 28th Annual Midland Care Connection, Inc. Celebration Walk silent auction is live until 5:00 p.m. on May 24, 2024!

Help us make a difference in the lives of those in need by participating in our silent auction, which benefits Midland Care programs. From unique items to exclusive experiences, there's something for everyone!

Bidding is a breeze! Log in and receive a number:
https://one.bidpal.net/24mccauction/welcome

May 10 is fast approaching! For more information on this celebrated Topeka tradition, please visit: https://midlandcare.org/events/24walk/

The 28th Annual Midland Care Connection, Inc. Celebration Walk, sponsored by Penwell-Gabel Funeral Homes, is only two weeks away! Join us on May 10th, kicking off at 6 p.m. until dusk, for an unforgettable event at our main campus, conveniently situated at 200 S.W. Frazier Circle. Don't forget to bring your lawn chairs and immerse yourself in the festivities, including live entertainment, engaging kids' activities, and the serene atmosphere of Joanie’s Garden, where we'll pay heartfelt tribute to cherished memories. Indulge in mouthwatering delights from our array of food trucks. This event is family-friendly, ensuring an evening of joy and community spirit. Mark your calendars now! We can't wait to see you!

Join us in celebrating the 28th Annual Midland Care Connection, Inc. Celebration Walk, proudly sponsored by CoreFirst Bank & Trust! The event will take place on May 10th, starting from 6 p.m. until dusk, at our main campus located at 200 S.W. Frazier Circle. Bring your lawn chairs and be prepared to enjoy entertainment, kids' activities, and the tranquil ambiance of Joanie’s Garden, where special memorial tributes will take place. Treat yourself to delicious offerings from our food trucks. This family-friendly event promises something for everyone, so save the date! We can't wait to welcome you.

CoreFirst Bank & Trust is sponsoring our annual silent auction fundraiser. For more information on the auction, please visit:

https://midlandcare.org/events/celebration-walk-auction/

Join us for the 28th Annual Midland Care Connection, Inc. Celebration Walk, generously supported by Security Benefit! Experience heartfelt moments on May 10th, from 6 p.m. until dusk, at our main campus, 200 S.W. Frazier Circle, Topeka. Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy entertainment, kids' activities, and Joanie’s Garden for memorial tributes. Food trucks will be serving delicious treats. Don't miss this family-friendly event!

Get your kids ready to unleash their inner artists because the Midland Care Connection, Inc. 28th Annual Celebration Walk Coloring Contest, sponsored by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas, has officially started! This contest offers kids aged 3 to 12 the chance to shine! We've got prizes for winners in each age bracket: 3-5, 6-7, 8-9, and 10-12, plus the ultimate grand prize for the overall champion. Swing by 200 SW Frazier Circle or 1112 SW 6th Ave. in Topeka to snag your coloring sheets and let the creativity flow! All prizes will be awarded at the Main Stage during the 28th Annual Celebration Walk. Sheets must be returned by May 3 to be eligible for the contest. The parents of the winners will be notified by phone.

The Midland Care Connection, Inc. 28th Annual Celebration Walk is set for Friday, May 10, from 6 p.m. until dusk. This beloved Topeka tradition thrives with the invaluable support of our sponsors. KBS Constructors is a steadfast supporter, and we are delighted to announce their sponsorship as a Walk Champion this year!

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to KBS Constructors and their exceptional team for their unwavering commitment to Midland Care and our Celebration Walk!