Partnerships
Stronger Together
“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful committed citizens can change the world: indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has."
- Margaret Mead -
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A Wholistic Approach
At SENT, Inc., we believe in addressing the whole person and their environment. We take a holistic approach, recognizing the interconnectedness of physical, mental, social, economic, and spiritual well-being.
Life-Giving Resources
We are committed to providing life-giving resources within our community. This means partnering with exceptional organizations to offer a broader range of services in a convenient location - 455 SE Golf Park Blvd. Think of us as a one-stop shop for your family’s needs!
Our valued partners are listed below.
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Pediatric Connections OT
![Pediatric Connections OT Logo Starting in August 2024, SENT, Inc. is thrilled to partner with Pediatric Connections OT, led by the experienced Deana Lesher. This collaboration brings much-needed pediatric occupational therapy services directly to our community. Pediatric Connections OT specializes in helping children and adults succeed in daily activities, focusing on sensory integration and trauma recovery. This collaboration brings the only pediatric occupational therapy services with a trauma-informed model to Shawnee and Douglas Counties. Deana Lesher, owner and occupational therapist at Pediatric Connections, has over 32 years of experience specializing in helping children and adults succeed in daily activities, focusing on sensory integration and trauma recovery.](https://senttopeka.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Pediatric-Connections-OT-Logo.png)
Starting in August 2024, SENT, Inc. is thrilled to partner with Pediatric Connections OT, led by the experienced Deana Lesher. This collaboration brings much-needed pediatric occupational therapy services directly to our community. Pediatric Connections OT specializes in helping children and adults succeed in daily activities, focusing on sensory integration and trauma recovery. This collaboration brings the only pediatric occupational therapy services with a trauma-informed model to Shawnee and Douglas Counties. Deana Lesher, owner and occupational therapist at Pediatric Connections, has over 32 years of experience specializing in helping children and adults succeed in daily activities, focusing on sensory integration and trauma recovery.
Exposure to early trauma can significantly impact a child's development and ability to participate in daily activities. Trauma-informed pediatric occupational therapy is an approach that considers a child's past experiences and tailors treatment accordingly. This can be especially helpful for children who have experienced complex trauma, which can affect their interactions with others, participation in activities, and overall well-being.
Pediatric Connections will provide weekly occupational therapy services focusing on whole-family support through trauma-informed care. They will also offer parent support groups for education regarding behavior regulation and sensory processing. Their team is uniquely trained to help children and their families overcome challenges and improve their quality of life.
- Visit the Pediatric Connections website to learn more: pediatricconnectionsot.com
- To request services, start here: pediatricconnectionsot.com/forms
Call Allison for scheduling, patient intake, and insurance questions: info@pediatricconnectionsot.com or 913-257-5808
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Sunflower Wellness Solutions
SENT Inc. is thrilled to announce a new partnership with Sunflower Wellness Solutions to offer expanded services at the Avondale East Building, located at 455 SE Golf Park Blvd., Topeka, KS. This collaboration will significantly enhance the health and wellness services available to the SE Topeka community, particularly during the new Southside Filling Station Pantry hours.
Starting August 27th, Sunflower Wellness will provide various essential health services at the Avondale East Building. Community members can access these services from a phlebotomist/lab technician every Tuesday from 9:30am-11:30am and Thursday from 3:30pm-7:30pm in Room 120. These services will be conveniently offered during the Southside Filling Station Client Choice Food Pantry hours, ensuring that community members can access health and food assistance in one visit.
Every Tuesday from 9:30am-11:30am and Thursday from 3:30pm-7:30pm in Room 120. These services will be conveniently offered during the Southside Filling Station Client Choice Food Pantry hours, ensuring that community members can access both health services and food assistance in one visit.
Services and Costs:
- Blood/Urine Collection: $25 (paid at service, insurance handled by Reference Lab)
- Pre-employment/Random Drug Screens: $25 (10-panel, includes collection)
- Legal Drug Screens/Therapeutic Monitoring: $25 (insurance, self-pay prices vary by test panel)
- General Wellness Testing (No Physician Order): $123 (Includes Metabolic Panel, CBC, Lipids, TSH. Same-day results with follow-up call available)
- Comprehensive Test Menu: 2100+ tests/panels available. Tests can be sent out or run in-house by LifeTech.
- Insurance Billing: Lab tests ordered by a physician can be billed to insurance.
- Specialized Panels: Pregnancy, prenatal wellness, glucose tolerance, Hep B/C, HSV, syphilis, gonorrhea/chlamydia tests available.
- Patient-Requested Testing: Almost any test without a physician’s order. Includes patient education, result review, and referrals if necessary.
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Affordable Therapeutic Massages
SENT Inc. is thrilled to announce a new partnership with Randy White, a highly skilled massage therapist, to offer therapeutic massages at an affordable rate to the SE Topeka community in the Avondale East Care Center. This partnership aims to enhance the well-being of community members by providing access to quality massage therapy, including prenatal massages and general therapeutic massages.
Starting August 28th, Randy White will begin offering his services at the Avondale East Care Center, located at 455 SE Golf Park Blvd., Topeka, KS. These services will be available every Wednesday from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
- 20-minute Chair Massage: $20
- 20-25 minute Table Massage: $35
- 50-minute Table Massage: $65
For those with financial need, SENT Inc. offers an adjusted fee that reduces the cost by up to 50%. Community members are encouraged to contact SENT Case Managers for more information on financial assistance.
CONTACT: info@senttopeka.com and 785-783-2535 ext 104
Therapeutic massage offers numerous physical and mental health benefits, including:
- Increased Circulation: Improves the delivery of nutrients, oxygen, and arterial blood components.
- Muscle Function: Benefits restrictions to muscle tissue function and enhances muscular soft tissue response.
- Venous and Lymphatic Flow: Encourages lymphatic flow, preventing edema and improving venous flow.
- Scar Tissue: Loosens scar tissue and prevents stagnation of tissue edema following injury.
- Muscle Tone: Improves muscle tone and helps prevent or delay muscular atrophy.
- Endorphin Release: Stimulates the release of endorphins, the body’s natural painkillers.
- Relaxation and Stress Reduction: Promotes deep relaxation and helps in coping with daily stress.
- Joint Flexibility: Increases joint flexibility and range of motion.
- Skin Health: Provides healthier, better-nourished skin by removing dry or dead skin and allowing new tissue to form.
- Fatigue Relief: Relieves mental and physical fatigue.
- Immune System: Strengthens the immune system and aids in disease prevention.
- Hormone Regulation: Helps regulate hormones and reduce stress.
- Reduction of Swelling: Alleviates edema and discomfort.
- Nerve Pain Improvement: Addresses nerve impingement and releases tight muscles.
- Enhanced Sleep Quality: Promotes better sleep quality and overall restfulness.
- Immune Function: Supports immune function by reducing stress.
- Muscular Tension Relief: Provides relief from muscle aches and promotes flexibility.
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Building Partners
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Fellowship Hi-Crest is a community-based church focused on a mission of walking with others in community through the power of Jesus Christ. They want to love people the way Christ loves us. They are committed to the Hi-Crest neighborhood.
- Hosting Events, Room Rental, Community Party Room Update
- Studio 104 access for filming and editing video
- Student Ministry for Middle School & High School
- Bridge Builder’s Investment Club
- Community Events: Summer Fireworks Extravaganza, Teacher Resource Fair, Affordable Christmas, and more!
- City of Topeka ID Program
- Hosting Warming and Cooling Centers
- Jill Rice, Director of Operations - handles all of our community partnerships. If you will be using one of the Fellowship Hi-Crest rooms or need to reserve the gym or party room, she is your contact. (jrice@fellowshiphicrest.com / 785-431-0404)
- Krissy Kearney - Connections Coordinator - handles task items that you need to do through the church and things like spaces at events or on a Sunday morning. (kkearney@fellowshiphicrest.com / 785-431-0404)
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To connect the resources in our community through Collaboration, Advocacy, Research, and Education.
- CRC Resource Directory
- CRC Care Center Building Lead
- Community Resource Directory
- Utility Credit Program - Once a year flat credit
- Water Assistance Program
- Low-Income Transit Passes
- Harvesters Food Pick Up - 3rd Friday of Each Month
- Various Classes, including Medicare Seminar, KState Board Leadership Training, etc.
- Tax Preparation
- Additional large space use at Lundgren and Stoute as needed
- Computer Lab - Available in late 2024. (Room 120 or 124)
- Mary Thomas (MThomas@crcnet.org / 785-233-1365)
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Community Action is a non-profit organization that helps people move from poverty towards prosperity.
Community Action operates in the building, offering connections to
- Headstart
- Housing & Utility Resources
- Diaper Depot
- Period Pantry
- ID Help
- Holistic Legal Aid
- Alicia Walker (awalker@wefightpoverty.org)
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Monthly meetings for anyone living in or connected with the Hi-Crest Community to communicate with Police, Code Enforcement, City Council, School Principals, and other community members about what is happening in their neighborhood
- Funding opportunities through the DREAMS program
- National Night Out
- Jill Rice - President ( jrice@fellowshiphicrest.com / 785-431-0404)
“As we work to create light for others, we naturally light our own way." - Mary Anne Radmacher
“We are not put on this earth for ourselves, but are placed here for each other. If you are always there for others, then in time of need, someone will be there for you." - Jeff Warner
“We cannot live only for ourselves. A thousand fibers connect us with our fellow men." - Herman Melville
“The greatness of a community is most accurately measured by the compassionate actions of its members." - Coretta Scott King
“One of the marvelous things about community is that it enables us to welcome and help people in a way we couldn’t as individuals. When we pool our strength and share the work and responsibility, we can welcome many people, even those in deep distress, and perhaps help them find self-confidence and inner healing." - Jean Vanier
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Need More Help?
If you require additional resources or assistance accessing services, our case management team is here for you. Contact us today to connect with a caring case manager who can help you find the support you need.