Minds Matter LLC

24/07/2025

This is devastating for people with brain injuries.

President Trump’s new executive order doesn’t just criminalize homelessness—it criminalizes brain injury.

More than half of people experiencing homelessness have a brain injury. That means memory loss, impaired decision-making, disorientation, and difficulty following rules—all common symptoms of cognitive disability—are now being treated as criminal behavior.

This executive action pushes states to forcefully institutionalize people, dismantle housing-first programs, and ramp up surveillance. It encourages street sweeps, arrests, and punishment for simply existing in public while disabled.

At Minds Matter LLC we see the reality: people with brain injuries don’t need jail or forced treatment. They need housing, structure, and person-centered support through Medicaid HCBS. That’s how lives are rebuilt. That’s what Kansas has been doing right.

Criminalizing symptoms of a brain injury doesn’t solve homelessness. It deepens it.

National Homelessness Law Center condemns Trump’s misguided Executive Order on homelessness Order directs states to treat homelessness and mental illness as a crime, will make homelessness worse (WASHINGTON, D.C - July

22/07/2025

Last week in Topeka, KS, the Minds Matter team showed up at the KanCare Oversight Committee meetings to advocate for those impacted by brain injury. Thank you to everyone who showed up for these hearings. Your voices and input matter.

Pictured in the following photos:

1️⃣ - The Minds Matter team representing at the KanCare oversight committee in Topeka.

2️⃣ - (from left to right)
🔹 Rachel, CT/BT at Minds Matter
Rachel provided a powerful testimony about the experience she’s had supporting her sister Mandy after her brain injury.

🔹 Representative Barbara Ballard
Representative Ballard was named a champion of brain injury through the Brain Injury Association of America this past legislative session. She communicated that, in all her years attending committee meetings, Rachel’s story was incredibly powerful and brought tears to her eyes.

🔹 Madeline Beham, vice president of services for Minds Matter.

3️⃣ - Dr. Janet Williams, founder and CEO of Minds Matter, is pictured with Jenny Vaughn, Regional Director at Minds Matter for Wichita.

4️⃣ - Jonathan Pogge gets ready to testify before the KanCare oversight committee to prevent a waiting list on the brain injury waiver in Kansas.

15/07/2025

Real-World Practice, Real-World Benefits☕️

One of our SLPs, her student, and a consumer met at a coffee shop today to practice communication skills where it counts— in a place that matters to them.

But why practice in the community?
✅ Builds confidence in real-life situations
✅ Helps generalize skills from therapy to daily life
✅ Increases comfort in social settings
✅ Strengthens problem-solving and flexibility on the spot

…and so much more!

What are your thoughts on community-based services? 💬 Let us know in the comments!

13/07/2025

We’re hiring a Vice President of Finance – and we’re looking for more than just a numbers person.

At Minds Matter, we believe every spreadsheet tells a story—and behind that story are real people reclaiming independence through home and community-based services (HCBS).

We’re seeking a finance leader who can balance mission and margin—someone who understands Medicaid funding, HCBS waiver programs, AR management, budgeting, forecasting, and EVV systems, and who thrives in a values-driven organization.

📍 This is a Kansas-based leadership role—but we’re planning national expansion.
That means we need someone who can keep up, scale systems, and help us grow responsibly and strategically across state lines.

If you’re passionate about building sustainable systems that support people with brain injuries and disabilities—and you want your work to reflect equity, inclusion, and community—this might be your next chapter.

📊 Responsibilities include Medicaid finance strategy, projections, reimbursement analysis, compliance, billing systems, and more
🤝 What you’ll find: A deeply committed team that believes in doing meaningful work—and doing it well

Come build with us. Because at Minds Matter, the right environment can change your life.

Check out this job at Minds Matter LLC: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/4265631707

10/07/2025

We know how challenging it can be to find the right information when you need it. That’s why we’ve updated our resources page and gathered essential information all in one place. Whether you’re a consumer, therapist, family member, or caregiver, our website has thousands of resources at your fingertips!

To find these resources, scan the QR code in the photo, or visit us at:
🌐 mindsmatterllc.com

If you have a resource you’d like to share, let us know in the comments or send us a DM!

Be sure to like, save, share, or comment on this post to help spread awareness of information and tools available to those who might need them. Tag someone in the comments you think would find this beneficial!

04/07/2025

Happy 4th of July from Minds Matter! 🇺🇸 Have a fun and safe holiday weekend!

*Our offices will be closed today in observance of the holiday. We will resume normal business hours next week.

27/06/2025

The Senate is still trying to pass a bill called the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. It would cut even more Medicaid funding that would impact millions of people.

The good news is: you have time to get your voice heard!

So, let’s get to work — call and write to your Senators!

Use our easy website to make calls and send letters in just a few minutes.
Click here to get started: https://lnkd.in/g_XMU6Re
(Step-by-step instructions are in the comments below.)

People with disabilities need Medicaid. Senators must understand how harmful these cuts would be. Let’s raise our voices to protect HCBS and Medicaid!

25/06/2025

Did you know that someone in the U.S. has a stroke every 40 seconds? ⏱️

Recognizing the signs can make all the difference (so be sure to save, share, or screenshot the next slide!)

If you or someone you know has had a stroke, you’re not alone. At Minds Matter, we provide expert, person-centered care every step of the way. Our team understands stroke recovery and is here to support your goals, helping you get back to what matters most.

For more information, visit us at mindsmatterllc.com

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19/06/2025

Today and every day, we must keep showing up, speaking out, and working toward equity for all.

11/06/2025

Another day, another therapy session at the park ☀️ Phillip (SLP), his graduate student clinician, and Halle took their session outdoors. Functional communication, real-world practice, and fresh air— a perfect combo 💬🌳