Erik loves spending time in the kitchen at his group home, and sometimes he even ups his game with the full chef gear! 👨‍🍳 Homemade guacamole, anyone? 🥑 #ItsHisKitchen #GroupHomeLiving #CulinaryTalents

Tie-dye: 6th century - People in China and Japan use natural dyes from berries, leaves and flowers to color clothing. 1960s - Tie-dyeing surges in popularity as a simple way to express creativity. 2025 - Starkey individuals use modern methods to mak their own unique clothing!

At Starkey, our team is Built Different. They show up and help make the lives of people served better and brighter. If you think you’re Built Different, we want you to join our team. Learn more and apply at Starkey.org. youtu.be/3AQ0kG5Z8gU

Every day, we break tasks into small, achievable steps. It takes practice to walk into a room, make an introduction and answer interview questions. Here, Paige May, Community Employment Specialist II, works with Kammi Bennett to build her skills for her ongoing job search.

We spent time at @ExplorationWichita last week, where we enjoyed two amazing exhibits, "The Game Yard" and "Barbie: You Can Be Anything." Catch them before they leave town! It's a way to build motor and social skills while having fun. 🎯 #AlwaysLearning #WeLoveWichita

It's a great day when pets visit! 🐾Heather brought her dachshund puppy Blossom to the office for hugs, and Julie happily obliged. Carson introduced his bearded dragon Quesadilla to the Life Enrichment Program, and Brandi claimed him and has renamed him Brandi Jr. 😆#PetTherapy

We are on the east Hubbard Hall Lawn at Wichita State for the Career Connection Root Beer Kegger! Come learn about how we are Built Different at Starkey and get a prize from our new CLAW MACHINE! ✨😀 #BuiltDifferent #JoinTheStarkeyTeam

When the Lincoln Street Dam and Bridge was reconstructed, it was built to include an on-river passage for recreational canoes and kayaks and a fish ladder. We enjoy the walking paths and observation deck where we can marvel at the sights, like the water spilling over the dam! 💦

Congratulations to Paige May, Community Employment Specialist, Christian Gartland, IT Technician, Cerise Varela, Program Trainer, and Harlee Johnson, Community Living Supervisor, who graduated yesterday from the Dale Carnegie Leadership Training! #BuiltDifferent #Leadership

The OASIS Park, built through generous private donations a decade ago, is a popular spot on our campus to relax, get some exercise, sing karaoke under the pavilion, have a party or just grab some lunch. ☀️ #GetOutdoors #Wellness #AccessibleExercise

One of our favorite ways to give back to the community is to work at the The Salvation Army South Central Kansas's Urban Farm, pulling weeds and harvesting produce that goes to those in need of healthy food. It's fun to see what grows and to know we are a part of something important. #WeLoveWichita

We appreciate the beauty of Botanica (and all the work it takes to keep it that way) and we also appreciate the ACCESSIBILITY, so everyone can enjoy the gardens. The weather has been perfect for visiting this local gem! 🌷🪻🌹 #TimeInNature #BotanicalGardens #Community

Here are some ways we have met strength training and movement goals during the past week! ✨ Using resistance bands with Anna Woods of Anna Woods✨ Playing volleyball with the residents at Rushwood Senior Living When we can't get outdoors we still find ways to keep moving!

It's time for the Kansas State Fair! We enjoyed the sights, the food and of course, the rides! 🎡 #GroupHomeLiving #WeLoveKansas

This week, we will shine a spotlight on the Direct Support Professionals at Starkey, amazing employees who create good days for the people we serve. They show up in big and small ways, every day, faithfully giving of themselves for the benefit of others. youtu.be/eAEEMRiXipU

In the words of our employees during this Direct Support Professionals Recognition Week, here are ways their teams are "built different": "We look for silver linings, share silly memes. No matter what, we have each other’s backs." "We're more than just a team- we're a family."

Starkey operates 24 hrs a day, so during this DSP Recognition Week, we want to show you some of our fantastic employees on 3rd shift receiving donuts from Heather Woodward, Community Living Supervisor: Robert Sutcliffe, Ashlynn Hamilton and Kendra Mears. #BuiltDifferent

Our Direct Support Professionals are there to help the individuals at Starkey work, learn, volunteer, create and explore. They encompass the roles of encouragers, teachers, therapists, nurses, drivers, advisors and so much more! ✨ #DirectSupportProfessionalsRecognitionWeek2025

Thank you to a mighty team of volunteers from Cargill for helping out with bingo games in two separate buildings this afternoon! We had a great time! #CommunityPartners #Volunteers #LifeEnrichment

Work-related terms from our world: ✨Communication boards ✨Medication bubble packs ✨Wheelchair lifts ✨Support stockings ✨Hugs Ultimately we are all human and need connection. Direct Support Professionals do that best. They make each person feel loved, safe and supported.