Burnett, Melanie

SouthWind-ResCare, a subsidiary of ResCare, has been providing residential and home care services in Winfield in Kansas for more than 10 years. The company serves over 80 clients. It owns and operates several houses in Winfield, as well as provides rental assistance services. SouthWind-ResCare s group homes offer 24-hour care services to a small setting of up to four individuals. The company s work activity center provides residents with opportunities to gain work skills and income through contracts with local vendors. SouthWind-ResCare also offers vocational rehabilitation services. Additionally, it provides personal care, meal preparation, housekeeping and laundry services to individuals at their own homes. The company serves Cowley, Elk, Butler, Chautauqua and Sumner counties in Kansas.

Established in 1961, Winfield Good Samaritan Village is a nonprofit organization that offers short-term recovery, long-term residential and rehabilitative services to individuals. It provides subsidized housing and assisted living services to senior citizens. The organization operates a health care center that is certified by Medicare and Medicaid and offers individualized care, barber and interdenominational church services. Winfield Good Samaritan Village also maintains a special care unit for residents with Alzheimer s disease. It is a part of the Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Society, which is a Christian social ministry organization that provides shelter and supportive services to senior citizens. Winfield Good Samaritan Village is located in Winfield, Kan.