News & Events
GoodLife’s Director of Recruitment and Retention Honored with Award
GoodLife is excited to share that Rachel Jess, Director of Recruitment and Retention is the winner of the 2021 Society for the Experimental Analysis of Behavior (SEAB) Dissertation Award in Applied Research from the American Psychological Association. This award recognizes individuals whose recent doctoral research has significantly advanced applied knowledge about behavioral processes. “It’s exciting to see GoodLife’s values of… read more
GoodLife Presents: The Lion King
Members of the RISE program and participants in our day services program in Johnson County recently showcased their talents in a production of The Lion King. The show was held at The Culture House Stage and Studio and Overland Park. From the singing, dancing, costumes and make-up, every part of the performance was top notch. A special thank you to… watch now
National Day of Giving
Today marks the National Day of Giving! Make your year-end contributions to GoodLife even more memorable and impactful by taking advantage of Kansas Department of Commerce tax credits until December 31, 2021. Learn more about eligible donations, and consider making a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals with disabilities. Thank you for your continued support of our mission. Donate… watch now
TEAMWork makes the dream work at GoodLife
As we have shared, our year-end fund raising initiative is underway and we are looking to raise nearly $400,000 in Kansas Department of Commerce tax credits by December 31, 2021. Jenny and David are members of the TEAMWork program. They both worked with their job mentor Julie, on a mailing about this fund raising initiative. We are grateful to everyone… read more
Fall Fun at Midnight Farm
Fall means lots of fun at the farm! We have been busy with the animals (the ponies even got haircuts), enjoying the stage and performing for our friends, cooking and baking lots of delicious things to eat, creating holiday craft projects and spending time outdoors. We are looking forward to a square dance hoedown and Thanksgiving feast at the end… read more
Happy Halloween
We have been busy preparing for and celebrating Halloween at our sites and programs. Here’s wishing you a spooky, scary, sweet filled holiday. Happy Halloween!
THRIVE Challenge
For the past 5 weeks, 20 member of the RISE Program participated in our THRIVE Challenge. The program focused on healthy eating, exercise, and movement. Some of the activities within the Challenge were workout classes at the Lawrence Community Center, fitness classes at Lawrence Parks & Recreation, a Self-Defense Class with Ninja Fit, Crossfit workouts at Crossfit Matters and guest… read more
Suicide and Mental Health Awareness: Connor’s Connection
Suicide and Mental Health Awareness is very personal for one resident of GoodLife’s Neighborhood Network (NN). Connor lost his brother to suicide four years ago. During September, when mental health and suicide are on our minds, he helps his family with fundraisers and events for their charity-Carl’s Cause to honor and remember his brother. This year, Connor and a former… read more
DSP and Employee Appreciation
GoodLife celebrated DSP and Employee Recognition Week from September 12-18. Throughout the week we coordinated fun activities and contests to honor and thank our employees for all they do. Take a moment and reach out to our folks and let them know how they are truly making a difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities. Thanks you DSPs for… read more
Falling into September
As the temperatures begin to cool down, our folks are enjoying lots of outdoor activities! From trips to the sunflower farm, to catching a Royals game and visiting Louisburg Cider Mill for some apple donuts, we are having a blast. We can’t forget the Kansas City Zoo, World’s of Fun, the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens and Giving Garden… read more
