I.C.A.R.E. Center

05/26/2026

Recognition

Scott Olson, I.C.A.R.E President presents I.C.A.R.E. That U Read Books to, "Most improved readers" Pre-K - 5th Grade at Sheridan School. Stephanie Kabriel, Principal

05/26/2026

Presentation

Presenting I.C.A.R.E. That U Read Books to "most improved readers, Pre-K to 5th graders at Westwood, Kim Dressman Principal, and Dorothy Coleman, Principal @ Washington School.
In addition extra books were given to students with disabilities, and/or students in need. Presenters: Barbara Wright, Board Member, and Vickie Bobbitt, Executive Director, I.C.A.R.E.

05/26/2026

Thank you

We want to thank you so much for the books that I.C.A.R.E. donated to our "Most improved readers," and provided extra books for students with disabilities and/or in need.
Thank you again! Kimbre Smice, Principal of Fort Riley Elementary School.

05/25/2026

I.C.A.R.E. That U Read Recognition

During April and May, The I.C.A.R.E. Organization recognized 334 "most improved readers" across each grade level at 12 elementary schools in the USD 475 School District, including Lutheran Preschool and St. Xavier, during their 2025-26 year-end ceremonies.

The I.C.A.R.E. Initiative promotes intergenerational reading to provide significant benefits for children, older adults, and the community. Our organization also extended this initiative to award books to students with disabilities and those in need of books for their home libraries.

Attached is a photo of the most improved readers in Kindergarten through 5th grade at Milford School. Pictured are the students along with Principal Phyllis Boller and I.C.A.R.E. Board Members Sean Mueller and Wendy King-Luttman (Board Member Scott Olson is not pictured).

05/09/2026

Evergy Donation

Thanks for EVERGY for their continued support of $500 to I.C.A.R.E. to connect youth & older adults through intergenerational interaction!

05/01/2026

03/23/2026

Creating Memories

On Saturday, March 21, a youth group participated in an intergenerational activity at Brookdale Senior Living. It was a wonderful morning filled with conversation, creativity, and smiles.

The residents were eager to share their family histories with the youth. One resident brought her Bible to ensure she correctly identified every family member, while another expressed a deep desire to have his history preserved in writing.

The event was a meaningful success as youth and volunteers interviewed the residents about their families, and also shared their own experiences.

03/11/2026

B I N G O

Thanks to the Tallgrass Staff, Junction City Middle School TSA Club, and our adult volunteers for a successful BINGO event on March 7.
We appreciate the snacks provided by the Club and the community engagement that made the Saturday Morning event enjoyable for the residents & students.

03/11/2026

Youth Board Member

We are pleased to announce that 16-year-old Sean Mueller has joined The I.C.A.R.E. Organization’s board of directors.
Sean’s involvement will support our expanding initiatives to build positive relationships between youth and older adults through intergenerational interaction.

02/15/2026

EATING HEALTHY TOGETHER

On February 9, twenty-five Lincoln Elementary Lion Leadership Students, (kindergarten-2nd grade) visited Tallgrass Healthcare to learn information about "eating healthy" by their Dietitian.

After the presentation, the students & residents ate lunch together & enjoyed conversation. Before returning to school the students gave residents Valentine Cards, and I.C.A.R.E. gave students apples, oranges, and bananas.