News & Events
Community Service Tax Credit Approval!
We’re excited to announce that the Kansas Department of Commerce has officially approved our application for Community Service Tax Credits, enabling us to raise $324,000 in charitable gifts and unlock $162,000 in tax credits to support a vital initiative. Your donation will directly benefit Community Living Opportunities (CLO), GoodLife’s property development affiliate, in building a state-of-the-art behavioral support facility in… read more
Iowa Inclusion Conference — Leading with Tech & Heart
Cedar Falls, IA Megan McKinney Todd, Executive Director at GoodLife U, along with partner Katie Slade, Executive Director of EPI, presented “Creating Technology-Leveraged Human Services for the Next Generation.” Inclusion Connection champions education, inclusion, and meaningful employment opportunities for adults of all abilities. Together, we’re working toward a community where everyone belongs. Learn more at inclusionconnection.org
New Podcast Episode: “Pinning Down Turnover” with Lewis Walton
In this episode, we sit down with Lewis Walton—GoodLife board member, attorney, and one of our most innovative family teachers. Tune in for stories from the early days of remote support and insights into how care can become a lifestyle—not a shift. 👉 Listen to the episode now.
GoodLife on the National Stage
New Orleans, LA Open Minds Strategy & Innovation Institute Our very own Mike Strouse and Megan McKinney Todd took the stage to discuss: ✔️ Crisis response as a gateway to long-term innovation ✔️ Expanding independent living ✔️ Growing workforce capacity ✔️ Innovative service models for complex care Open Minds gathered 400+ leaders focused on transforming services for individuals with complex… read more
Summer Health Tips from Our Nursing Team
Hello GoodLifers! Summer’s here — think sunshine, cookouts, outdoor fun…and heat! Let’s enjoy every moment safely with these quick reminders from our incredible nursing staff: Here’s how we keep our teams and the individuals we support healthy in hot weather: ✔️ Hydrate! Water and caffeine-free drinks are your best friends. ✔️ Shade and sunscreen — avoid direct sunlight, wear light… read more
New Podcast Episode Drop – The Wizard Behind the Curtain
A brand-new episode of The Quest for the GoodLife podcast is live! In “The Wizard Behind the Curtain,” host Dr. Mike Strouse sits down with Beth McCoach and David MacDonald, the minds leading iLink Technologies operations and tech innovation. Together, they dive into how smart, responsive technology is reshaping care to promote greater independence, safety, and connection. 🔍 In this… read more
GoodLife U Presents at Utah’s “Shaping the Future” Conference
We’re proud to share that Megan McKinney Todd, Executive Director of GoodLife U, was a featured speaker at the 2025 Shaping the Future Leadership Conference, hosted by the Utah Developmental Disabilities Council and the Division of Services for People with Disabilities. Megan presented two sessions that highlight how GoodLife is reimagining care: Shared Living: A Next Generation Service Model This… read more
GoodLife U Shares Innovations at Aging with Developmental Disabilities Conference
At the national Aging with Developmental Disabilities (AADD) Conference, GoodLife was proud to be part of the conversation about how best to support individuals as they age. Dr. Mike Strouse, President & CEO of GoodLife Innovations, and Megan McKinney Todd, Executive Director of GoodLife U, co-presented a powerful session: “Leveraging Technology & Innovation to Address Challenges in Direct Care” They… read more
Why Performance Metrics Matter More Than Ever
New Quest for the Good Life Podcast Episode: Performance Metrics & the Power of SystemsThis week on The Quest for the Good Life, Dr. Mike Strouse and Lauren Vohland explore a game-changing truth: great outcomes don’t depend on superstar staff—they depend on great systems. From individualized health metrics to industry-wide lessons in scale, this episode shows how smart design makes… read more
🏡 Shared Living Open House in Bentonville, AR
GoodLife partnered with Arkansas Children’sTEAM to host an open house introducing our Shared Living model to local families. Dr. Strouse shared how the program offers unique opportunities for both professional caregivers and natural families to receive support. This inclusive model helps families care for their loved ones with disabilities in a more personalized, home-based setting.
