What’s on Our Mind

Sandra Schartz and her husband Russell have been independent living residents at Manor of the Plains for almost 3 years this month. During this time, Sandra has struggled with Macular Degeneration and a hip fracture.None of this seems to slow Sandra down.When Marketing Director Kurt Lampe asked for volunteers for Manor of the Plains’ Mission Committee at a recent resident council meeting, Sandra didn’t hesitate to step up.The Mission Committee is a group of volunteers who help promot...  Read More...

Manor of the Plains’ annual event is part of Dodge City DaysManor of the Plains’ annual Music for the Soul Concert with Taco and Tostada Dinner will be July 28 at the Cathedral of Our Lady of Guadalupe Social Center, 3231 N. 14th. The concert is a fundraiser for the senior living community’s Good Samaritan Program, and the concert is a part of the Dodge City Days festival.A taco and tostada meal with Mexican wedding cake is from 5 to 6:15 p.m.   Read More...

Mike Rajewski, executive director of the Presbyterian Manor, had an idea from when he was executive director at Sterling Presbyterian Manor in Sterling. Last year they had Miss Kansas speak at their annual donor volunteer banquet, and Mike was quite impressed with the results.When Manor of the Plains first started planning our banquet, Mike suggested that we invite Miss Kansas to be our entertainment. To say the least, the management was a little nervous about the whole idea.   Read More...

Manor of the Plains recently hosted a reception for the winning artists in the annual Art is Ageless®juried competition.“We are honored to exhibit artwork by seniors,” said Kurt Lampe, marketing director. “Art is Ageless is unique in featuring only the works of artists age 65 and older. Our artists prove that art, in any form, is an ageless ambition.”Winners in the Manor of the Plains Art is Ageless juried competition were:Best of Show-Professional: Mary Hendrix, &ldq...  Read More...

As an organization evolves and grows, so should brand awareness. In the past year, Presbyterian Manors of Mid-America has embarked on a journey to create a brand image that could represent all its communities and provide greater brand awareness for the entire PMMA system.The challenges were great. The new mark had to reflect PMMA’s core values, mission and beliefs.  Read More...