Life Patterns Inc

Organization Overview

Life Patterns Inc is located in Topeka, KS. The organization was established in 2004. According to its NTEE Classification (P80) the organization is classified as: Centers to Support the Independence of Specific Populations, under the broad grouping of Human Services and related organizations. As of 12/2023, Life Patterns Inc employed 2,257 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Life Patterns Inc is a 501(c)(3) and as such, is described as a "Charitable or Religous organization or a private foundation" by the IRS.

For the year ending 12/2023, Life Patterns Inc generated $31.4m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 5 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 13.2% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $30.6m during the year ending 12/2023. While expenses have increased by 13.3% per year over the past 5 years. They've been increasing with an increasing level of total revenue. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.

Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing

TAX YEAR

2023

Describe the Organization's Mission:

Part 3 - Line 1

TO PROVIDE QUALITY LIFE STYLES FOR PERSONS WITH A DISABILITY THROUGH THE PROVISION OF SERVICE ADMINISTRATION, INDIVIDUALIZED PLANNING, AND PAYROLL SERVICES FOR IN-HOME SUPPORT EMPLOYERS.

Describe the Organization's Program Activity:

Part 3 - Line 4a

LIFE PATTERNS, INC. WORKS WITH APPROXIMATELY 1,100 INDIVIDUALS WITH A DISABILITY AND THEIR FAMILY MEMBERS WHO HAVE CHOSEN THE SELF-DIRECTED CARE SERVICE DELIVERY MODEL FOR MEDICAID HOME AND COMMUNITY BASED SERVICE RECIPIENTS. LIFE PATTERNS HAS DEVELOPED A TRAINING NOTEBOOK AND PROVIDES ONE-ON-ONE ASSISTANCE TO INDIVIDUALS WITH PLANNING IN IMPLEMENTING PERSONALIZED SUPPORT SYSTEMS AND ASSISTANCE WITH THE HIRING PROCESS OF PERSONAL SUPPORT PROVIDERS. LIFE PATTERNS ALSO ASSIST WHEN EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE IS NOT ADEQUATE AND REMEDIATION IS NEEDED, BACK-UP SUPPORT ISSUES, QUESTIONS ABOUT FINDING AND NAVIGATING THE DEVELOPMENTAL AND PHYSICAL DISABILITY SYSTEM OF KANSAS. LIFE PATTERNS PROVIDES TRAINING ON THE PERSON CENTERED PLANNING PROCESS WHICH IS REQUIRED BY THE STATE OF KANSAS. TOOLS TO PROVIDE INDIVIDUALS WITH TIMELY INFORMATION ON UPCOMING CHANGES AND EMPLOYER IDEAS AND RESOURCES NEEDED TO BE AN EFFECTIVE AND SUCCESSFUL EMPLOYER INCLUDE PRESENTATIONS, NEWSLETTERS, PODCASTS, PERIODIC RECIPIENT WORKSHOPS WITH NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED SPEAKERS, AND A WEBSITE.


THE STATE OF KANSAS OFFERS THE OPTION OF A LIMITED SCOPE LICENSE FOR SERVICES FOR A PERSON WITH A DISABILITY. LIFE PATTERNS, INC. WAS AMONG THE FIRST IN KANSAS TO OBTAIN A LIMITED LICENSE AND HAS DEVELOPED A TRAINING NOTEBOOK WITH THE EXPERIENCE GAINED BY GOING THROUGH THE APPLICATION AND IMPLEMENTATION PROCESS. WHEN REQUESTED, LIFE PATTERNS PROVIDES ASSISTANCE IN DETERMINING IF THIS IS AN OPTION THE RECIPIENT SHOULD PURSUE. LIFE PATTERNS ALSO ASSISTS LIMITED LICENSES WITH BILLING AND PAYROLL SERVICES, AS WELL AS INFORMATION AND ASSISTANCE ON FINAL RULE REQUIREMENTS AND INDUSTRY AND EMPLOYMENT RELATED ISSUES.


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Board, Officers & Key Employees

Name (title)Compensation
Jon Gerdel
President/executive Director
$197,381
Shannon Wagner
Chief Financial Officer
$197,381
Doug Gerdel
Board President
$27,500
Kathy Ramirez
Board Member
$0
Joyce Apperson
Board Member
$0
Donna Pashman
Board Member
$0

Financial Statements

Statement of Revenue
Federated campaigns$0
Membership dues$0
Fundraising events$0
Related organizations$0
Government grants $0
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above$0
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f $0
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar$0
Total Program Service Revenue$31,303,502
Investment income $63,513
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds $0
Royalties $0
Net Rental Income $0
Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales $0
Net Income from Fundraising Events $0
Net Income from Gaming Activities $0
Net Income from Sales of Inventory $0
Miscellaneous Revenue$0
Total Revenue $31,381,965

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