County Manager's Office
Volunteers offer assistance in Medicare open enrollment
Counselors are looking at ways to help beneficiaries review their prescription drug coverage while keeping socially distant. Johnson County plans to have 12 more volunteers this year to help review and process worksheets to give aging adults options in choosing a drug plan.
Virtual programs offer fun
With new offerings on mental health, green cleaning, history and more, the Johnson County Park and Recreation District’s 50 Plus Department has something for everyone in November and December.
Time takes toll since WWII
Seventy-five years have taken their toll on World War II veterans and Holocaust survivors.
The Best Times receives Best of Show honors
The Best Times again has won the top Best of Show award by the North American Mature Publishers Association.
Survey focuses on EYO directory
The AAA is looking for feedback regarding its Aging Services directory, Explore Your Options (EYO). The directory is available online at jocogov.org/dept/ human-services/home and in a booklet version. Feel free to review it online or call 913-715- 8861 to request a copy.
Social Security sets COLA at 1.3%
Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits for approximately 70 million Americans will increase 1.3% in 2021.
Preparing landscape for spring
As the 2020 growing season winds down, here are a few chores that might help you take your mind off the worries of the world and get the landscape ready for spring.
Physically distancing with social connection
As winter weather approaches and the uncertainty of the COVID-19 pandemic still looms before us, it’s important to stay vigilant to protect the well-being of ourselves and others in our community.
New courthouse to open in January
The new Johnson County Courthouse in downtown Olathe is scheduled to open on Jan. 4, 2021, after more than two years of construction.
Marrying an old rhyme with mental health
One way to remember how to prepare for your self-care this year is the old rhyme for brides: something old, something new, something borrowed and something blue.