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Driving to 100: Celebrating Hi-Crest’s Progress and Bold Future
Hi-Crest is a neighborhood filled with resilience, strength, and a deep sense of community. Over the past two decades, neighbors have stepped up, invested in their future, and transformed what […]
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Kansas sought homelessness success stories. It stumbled on a cautionary tale, too.
Kansas sought homelessness success stories. It stumbled on a cautionary tale, too. by Stefania Lugli, KLC Journal February 26, 2025 One phrase is increasingly frequenting the lips of Wichita and […]
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Since the launch of Fellowship Hi-Crest and SENT, reported crimes have dropped another 29%.
Over the past 20 years, the Hi-Crest community has seen a dramatic shift. Crime peaked in 2005, but for the last two years, we’ve held steady at 66% below that […]
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PRESS RELEASE: Valeo & SENT Inc. Partner To Provide Same-Day Medicaid Enrollment & Disability Benefit Assistance For Those In Need
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Topeka, KS – March 2025 – SENT Inc. and Valeo Behavioral Health Care are partnering to host a free, walk-in Medicaid enrollment and SSI/SSDI assistance event aimed […]
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Press Release: SENT Inc. Introduces New Heights & Johnson-Betts Meadows at Fremont Hill
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Topeka, KS – SENT Inc. is proud to announce two transformative housing initiatives—New Heights at Fremont Hill and Johnson-Betts Meadows—designed to expand affordable homeownership and increase equitable […]
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Building a Future of Sustainable and Affordable Housing in Topeka
A Comprehensive Look at SENT Inc.’s Vision for Community-Centered Housing At SENT Inc., we believe that a home is the foundation for personal and community growth. That’s why we are […]
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PRESS RELEASE: SENT Inc. and Be Filled of South Topeka Partner to Expand Wraparound Services to the Montara Community
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 12, 2025 Topeka, KS – SENT Inc. is excited to announce a new partnership with Be Filled of South Topeka, extending critical wraparound services to the […]
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PRESS RELEASE: SENT Inc. Launches Transportation Program to Improve Health Outcomes in Southeast Topeka
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 13, 2025 SENT Inc. Launches Transportation Program to Improve Health Outcomes in Southeast Topeka Topeka, KS – SENT Inc. is proud to announce the launch of […]
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The Women Behind the Names: Honoring Dr. Beryl New & Pamela Johnson-Betts
At SENT Inc., we know that housing is more than shelter. It is the foundation for personal growth, community stability, and generational opportunity. That’s why we are committed to transformative […]
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SENT Inc. Newsletter: Affordable Express Healthcare Available in Southeast Topeka
READ THE FULL NEWSLETTER HERE. “Healthcare coverage is a tremendous stressor for many in our community. Without it, people delay seeking care, sometimes with life-altering consequences.” – Johnathan Sublet, Executive […]
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Holistic Expansion of Mental Health, Substance Use Treatment, and Community Support
Introduction SENT Inc has secured a total of $474,870 through multiple grants to support and expand its integrated approach to community transformation in Southeast Topeka. With these funds, SENT is […]
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Wrap around Parenting Support at SENT
At SENT Topeka, we are committed to providing comprehensive, wrap-around support for families through various programs and services designed to meet the diverse needs of caregivers and their children. Our offerings […]
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Building for the Future: Access to Affordable Housing Fuels Economic Growth
By Nathan Kessler, Tax Policy Advisor The Problem It’s no secret that almost everything has gotten much more expensive in recent years, and housing has been a major victim of […]
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Ashleigh’s Story: Finding Resilience in the Midst of SUD
Ashleigh’s life has been deeply shaped by the effects of substance use disorders (SUD), spanning generations and relationships. Both of her parents, as well as the fathers of her three […]
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Finding Light in the Darkness: Annie’s Journey with Family Impact of SUD
For Annie, the story of substance use disorder (SUD) is deeply woven into her family’s history. Growing up with an alcoholic father cast a shadow over her childhood, leaving lasting […]
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The Journey to #1: A Vision for Kansas and Hi-Crest
In 1992, Kansas proudly ranked 8th in the nation for health. Fast forward to 2024, and we’ve fallen to 29th. At the 2024 Kansas Health Foundation Health Rise Event, Ed O’Malley issued a challenge […]
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