Arrowhead West's re-opening plans during the
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic
Arrowhead West Day services is following the Governor’s recommended reopening plan. You may find the State's reopening plan at the following link www.coronavirus.kdheks.gov/255/Plan-to-Reopen-FAQs
For local details please contact the Division Manager or Infant-Toddler Services Manager.
July 24, 2020 Wichita Kansas Division Update
To: Staff and Families/Guardians of Persons Served at Arrowhead West Inc.
From: Rachel Ryan, Arrowhead West Inc., Division Manager, Central Kansas Division
Re: Phased Pandemic Plan
As many are aware, the rise in COVID 19 continues to happen in Sedgwick County. This has caused more restrictions to be put into place by Sedgwick County’s Health Officer, Dr. Garold Minns, to help prevent the spread. What this means for Arrowhead West, Inc.’s (AWI) Central Kansas Division, is that we will be moving back to our “Phase 2” of our Safe Start Transition Plan.
Our day program will follow the guidance from Dr. Minns, and put a limit on the daily attendance. At this time, our day program will consist of clients who live in AWI’s residences, and those who live at home not served by another Sedgwick County affiliated provider. The daily schedule will be put into place by our Program Manager to ensure we stay within the mass gatherings size limits. We will also try to keep the same groups of individuals together.
For our residential clients, the decision has been made to limit overnight stays outside of AWI. If there is a client who wishes to leave for an overnight trip, please contact the internal AWI case manager, or a residential supervisor. For those who attend day programs outside of AWI, we will continue to watch the risks that are involved and keep clients and guardians informed. In both of these situations, a waiver may be given to explain the dangers and giving permission for these activities to take place. We understand the stress that this may cause, and we do not take the decision lightly, but we believe this is one way we can try to keep everyone safe. If AWI or another agency we both provide client services to has a positive COVID 19 diagnosis, plans may rapidly change. In both of those cases, we will get information out as soon as possible to those involved.
We do not know at this time how long this phase will last, or if more restrictions will eventually be put in place. Dr. Garold Minns order is until October 21st, unless it is amended or revoked. As it has been said in previous letters, we really do appreciate your continued patience and support during this time. If you have any questions, please contact myself or another member of our management team. Our office number is 316-722-4554.
Posted on: July 2, 2020
Governor Laura Kelly Signs Executive Order Mandating Masks in Public Spaces
Governor Laura Kelly today issued Executive Order #20-52 requiring that most Kansans must wear a mask while in public spaces, and in places where individuals are unable to maintain social distancing of six feet.
Executive Order #20-52 takes effect beginning 12:01 a.m. Friday, July 3, and will remain in place until rescinded or until the current statewide State of Disaster Emergency expires – whichever is earlier.
“The last few months have presented many new challenges for Kansans, and all of us want to return to our normal lives and routines,” Governor Kelly said. “Unfortunately, we have seen a spike in the number of COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations, and deaths across our state and our country. We must act.”
Viruses don’t stop at county lines. This order doesn’t change where you can go or what you can do. But wearing a mask is a simple and effective way to keep Kansans healthy and keep Kansas open for business.”
Under the order, Kansans are required to wear masks when inside any public space – including their workplace – or in situations where social distancing of 6 feet cannot be maintained. Guidance regarding specific places or situations in which masks are required is outlined within the order.
Kansans under five years of age, those with medical conditions, and others specifically outlined in the order are exempt from these requirements.
To view EO #20-52 governor.kansas.gov/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/20200702093130003.pdf
For local details please contact the Division Manager or Infant-Toddler Services Manager.
July 24, 2020 Wichita Kansas Division Update
To: Staff and Families/Guardians of Persons Served at Arrowhead West Inc.
From: Rachel Ryan, Arrowhead West Inc., Division Manager, Central Kansas Division
Re: Phased Pandemic Plan
As many are aware, the rise in COVID 19 continues to happen in Sedgwick County. This has caused more restrictions to be put into place by Sedgwick County’s Health Officer, Dr. Garold Minns, to help prevent the spread. What this means for Arrowhead West, Inc.’s (AWI) Central Kansas Division, is that we will be moving back to our “Phase 2” of our Safe Start Transition Plan.
Our day program will follow the guidance from Dr. Minns, and put a limit on the daily attendance. At this time, our day program will consist of clients who live in AWI’s residences, and those who live at home not served by another Sedgwick County affiliated provider. The daily schedule will be put into place by our Program Manager to ensure we stay within the mass gatherings size limits. We will also try to keep the same groups of individuals together.
For our residential clients, the decision has been made to limit overnight stays outside of AWI. If there is a client who wishes to leave for an overnight trip, please contact the internal AWI case manager, or a residential supervisor. For those who attend day programs outside of AWI, we will continue to watch the risks that are involved and keep clients and guardians informed. In both of these situations, a waiver may be given to explain the dangers and giving permission for these activities to take place. We understand the stress that this may cause, and we do not take the decision lightly, but we believe this is one way we can try to keep everyone safe. If AWI or another agency we both provide client services to has a positive COVID 19 diagnosis, plans may rapidly change. In both of those cases, we will get information out as soon as possible to those involved.
We do not know at this time how long this phase will last, or if more restrictions will eventually be put in place. Dr. Garold Minns order is until October 21st, unless it is amended or revoked. As it has been said in previous letters, we really do appreciate your continued patience and support during this time. If you have any questions, please contact myself or another member of our management team. Our office number is 316-722-4554.
Posted on: July 2, 2020
Governor Laura Kelly Signs Executive Order Mandating Masks in Public Spaces
Governor Laura Kelly today issued Executive Order #20-52 requiring that most Kansans must wear a mask while in public spaces, and in places where individuals are unable to maintain social distancing of six feet.
Executive Order #20-52 takes effect beginning 12:01 a.m. Friday, July 3, and will remain in place until rescinded or until the current statewide State of Disaster Emergency expires – whichever is earlier.
“The last few months have presented many new challenges for Kansans, and all of us want to return to our normal lives and routines,” Governor Kelly said. “Unfortunately, we have seen a spike in the number of COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations, and deaths across our state and our country. We must act.”
Viruses don’t stop at county lines. This order doesn’t change where you can go or what you can do. But wearing a mask is a simple and effective way to keep Kansans healthy and keep Kansas open for business.”
Under the order, Kansans are required to wear masks when inside any public space – including their workplace – or in situations where social distancing of 6 feet cannot be maintained. Guidance regarding specific places or situations in which masks are required is outlined within the order.
Kansans under five years of age, those with medical conditions, and others specifically outlined in the order are exempt from these requirements.
To view EO #20-52 governor.kansas.gov/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/20200702093130003.pdf
Arrowhead West, Inc. is a not-for profit organization serving children and adults with developmental disabilities. Offices are located in Dodge City, Medicine Lodge, Pratt, Kinsley, and Wichita Kansas. The agency has touched the lives of over 1,000 clients in the past year and employs over 235 staff members.
Our Mission is to empower people to live meaningful and productive lives.
Our Vision is to Provide outstanding service that leads to making informed choices about:
Independence, Employment, Community Participation and Healthy Lifestyles.
Our Vision is to Provide outstanding service that leads to making informed choices about:
Independence, Employment, Community Participation and Healthy Lifestyles.
CARF Accredited Facility
CARF International accreditation demonstrates a program’s quality, transparency, and commitment to the satisfaction of the persons served. CARF International is an independent, not-for-profit accreditor of human service providers in the areas of Aging Services, Behavioral Health, Child and Youth Services, Durable Medical Equipment, Employment and Community Services, Medical Rehabilitation, and Opioid Treatment Programs. (888) 281- 6531.
CARF International accreditation demonstrates a program’s quality, transparency, and commitment to the satisfaction of the persons served. CARF International is an independent, not-for-profit accreditor of human service providers in the areas of Aging Services, Behavioral Health, Child and Youth Services, Durable Medical Equipment, Employment and Community Services, Medical Rehabilitation, and Opioid Treatment Programs. (888) 281- 6531.
Locations
Administrative Offices
1100 E Wyatt Earp Blvd
Dodge City, KS, 67801
620-227-8803
Fax - 620-227-8812
Western Kansas Division
231 San Jose
Dodge City, KS 67801
620-225-4061
Fax - 620-227-8812
Central Kansas Division
613 North Ridge Road
Wichita, KS 67212
316-722-4554
Fax - 316-722-8314
Mid Kansas Division
10315 Bluestem Blvd
Pratt, KS 67124
620-933-2212
Fax - 620-933-2216
500 W Fowler
Medicine Lodge, KS 67104
620-886-3711
Fax - 620-933-2216
Infant Toddler Services
401 Edgemore
Dodge City, KS 67801
620-225-5177
Fax - 620-227-8812
620 East Second Street
Pratt, KS 67124
620-672-1005
Fax - 620-933-2216