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ROSEMARY KENNEDY CHAPIN
Curriculum VitaeNovember 16, 2017
Biography
Founding Director of the Center for Research on Aging and Disability Options (CRADO) and
nationally recognized leader in community engaged research to improve long term services and
supports practice and policy. Pioneered the strengths based approach to increase resiliency in work
with older adults. currently writing 4th edition of social policy text, Social Policy for Effective
Practice: A Strengths Approach
Personal Information
Director of the Center for Research on Aging and Disability Options (CRADO)
Professor
Social Welfare
University of Kansas
1545 Lilac Lane
119 Watkins Home
Lawrence, KS 66045-3129
Web Address: http://www.crado.ku.edu
Email Address: rchapin@ku.edu
Office Phone: (785) 864-8941
Education
B.A., Honors in Sociology
Kansas State University, Manhattan, KS
M.S.W., Group Work
The University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN
Supporting Areas of Emphasis: Community Organization, Research Sequence
Dissertation/Thesis: "Effects of health/social services for children with cleft lip/palate in the State
of Minnesota"
Ph.D., Social Work
The University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN
Supporting Areas of Emphasis: Gerontology
Dissertation/Thesis: "Needs assessment of the elderly: Focus on utilization"
Employment History
Academic
University of Kansas, Lawrence, KS
Professor, School of Social Welfare, 2002 - Present
● Teach graduate level social policy and gerontological social work courses, and do state
policy research and consultation in the areas of long term care reimbursement and services
for older adults and people with disabilities.
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● Led graduate study abroad course in comparative social and health care in Sweden and
Finland
Director, CRADO, 1996 - Present
● Principal investigator for ongoing aging and health research funded through state and
foundation awards
● Funding typically totals between $500,000 and $900,000 annually
● Supervise full-time staff, Ph.D., M.S.W., and B.S.W. research assistants
● For details see OALTC website: www.oaltc.ku.edu
Associate Professor, School of Social Welfare, 1995 - 2002
● Taught graduate level social policy and gerontological social work courses, and did state
policy research and consultation in the areas of long term care reimbursement and services
for older adults and people with disabilities
Assistant Professor, School of Social Welfare, 1989 - 1995
College of St. Catherine and St. Thomas Social Work Department
Assistant Professor, 1980 - 1983
● Taught Group Work, Social Policy and Field Seminar
● Supervised Junior and Senior Internship Program for Weekend College
● Helped develop and market innovative Weekend College program
● Planned and developed workshops and grants
●Worked with inter-disciplinary teams and committees
Bethel College, St. Paul, MN
Instructor, 1978 - 1979
● Taught social work courses
Kansas State University Department of Sociology, Anthropology, and Social Work, Manhattan, KS
Instructor, 1975 - 1977
● Courses designed and taught include: a basic skills course, an integrative seminar, and field
seminar
● Served as Field Coordinator for the entire program
● Developed social work services with community agencies, implemented contracts,
coordinated evaluations, and offered seminars for field instructors
● Planned and presented a variety of continuing education workshops, seminars, and courses
through KSU and at professional conferences
● Helped to develop the program and write accreditation material which resulted in our social
work program receiving five years accreditation by the Council on Social Work Education
● Developed various grant project proposals at KSU
Professional
Nursing Home
Consultant, 1978 - 1979
● Worked with nursing home to develop instrument for patient social functioning assessment
Research
Center for Research on Aging and Disability Options (CRADO), University of Kansas School of
Social Welfare
Director, 1996 - Present
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Minnesota Department of Human Services
Research/Policy Development Specialist, 1984 - 1989
Initially, did research and policy analysis to develop long term care policy, worked on
development of nursing home case mix system. Final position was research coordinator for
the Long Term Care Management Division. I was responsible for management of research
and evaluation activities which affect long term care program expenditures in excess of $700
million. Major projects included:
● Development of an assessment tool to link client long term care resource use to
reimbursement
● Evaluation of quality of care, access, and fiscal impact of state's Medicaid home care waiver
for elderly
● Utilization study of elderly waiver
● Development of a Medicaid reimbursement system for ICFs/MR based on client resource use
● Development of a new day training and habilitation reimbursement system based on staff
ratios
● Quality assurance in services for the developmentally disabled
Wrote legislation; chaired committees of legislators, providers, and consumers; testified and
presented major reports to the legislature on long term care/health care policy issues
Minnesota Resource Center
Resource Specialist, 1979 - 1980
● Surveyed service providers in rural Minnesota and then developed video and written
instructional materials that combined current research with practice imperatives
● These materials included a unit on rural elders
Administrative Assignments
Center for Research on Aging and Disability Options (CRADO), University of Kansas School of
Social Welfare
Director, 1996 - Present
Research Interests (Statement)
Founding Director of the Center for Research on Aging and Disability Options (CRADO) and
nationally recognized leader in community engaged research to improve long term services and
supports practice and policy. Pioneered the strengths based approach to increase resiliency in work
with older adults. Have been partnering with older adults, community, state, and federal
organizations for the last 20 years as the principal investigator for federal, state, and foundation
funded research projects that total over $12,000,000. This research using large state data bases has
informed state and federal policies on assessment, reimbursement, and care transitions in the area of
public long term care supports and services. Research focuses on strategies to increase home and
community based options. This work has regularly involved close collaboration with older adults,
people with disabilities, and faculty from a large variety of disciplines as well as with public policy
makers
Research Key Words
Social policy, health policy, long term care policy, home and community based service, aging,long
term disability, long term supports and services, strengths, volunteerism
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Research Funding/Fellowships
University of Kansas
Externally-Funded Grant/Contract
Funded
1. Chapin, R. K. (Principal). FY2015 / 2016 Principal Investigator, Medicaid Functional
Eligibility Instrument/IDD Development. Kansas Department for Aging and Disability
Services $1,016,000, Submitted Fall 2014 (Fall 2014 - June 30, 2016). Development of a
Medicaid Functional Eligibility Instrument for people with intellectual and developmental
disabilities.
2. Chapin, R. K., Ph.D. (Consultant), & Wendel-Hummell, C., Ph.D. (Consultant).
Development of a Validated Work Instrument. KDHE2015-075, KDHE $5,122 (September
1, 2014 - December 31, 2015).
3. Chapin, R. K., Ph.D (Principal). Medical Functional Eligibility Instrument Development.
Kansas Department on Aging $998,478, Submitted 2013 (2013 - 2014). Funded (2013 -
2014).
4. Chapin, R. K., Ph.D. (Principal). Peer Support Wellness for Older Adults. $16,000 (2013 -
2014).
5. Chapin, R. K., Ph.D. (Principal). Evaluation of Program of All-inclusive Care for the
Elderly (PACE) Managed Care. Kansas Department on Aging $222,000 (2012).
6. Chapin, R. K., Ph.D. (Principal). Peer Support Program. Health Care Foundation of Greater
Kansas City $30,000 (2012).
Wyandotte County AAA-Shepherd Center Collaboration.
7. Chapin, R. K., Ph.D. (Principal). Enhanced Training for Case Managers Who Serve
Medicaid HCBS/FE Clients. Kansas Department on Aging $698,000 (2011).
• Enhanced Training for Case Managers Who Serve Medicaid HCBS/FE Clients
• Meeting the Mental Health Needs of KDOA In-Home Medicaid Customers: Peer
Support Program Statewide Implementation
8. Chapin, R. K., Ph.D. (Principal). Meeting the Mental Health Needs of KDOA In-Home
Medicaid Customers: Peer Support Program Statewide Implementation. Kansas
Department on Aging $535,000 (2011).
9. Chapin, R. (Principal). Douglas County Senior Services Strengths and Needs Assessment:
Implications for Economic Development. Vantage Pointe Foundation $25,000 (2010).
•Douglas County Senior Services Strengths and Needs Assessment: Implications for
Economic Development
10. Chapin, R. (Principal). Kansas Department on Aging $572,000 (2010).
• Increasing Nursing Facility Discharge for Older Kansans Who Use Medicaid and Have
Mental Health Diagnoses
• Meeting the Mental Health Needs of Older Adults on Medicaid: A Pilot Study
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11. Chapin, R. (Principal). Kansas Department on Aging $575,000 (2009).
• Mental Health Needs of Kansas Nursing Facility Residents Receiving Medicaid:
Prevalence, Relationship to Nursing Facility Tenure, and Evidence Based Interventions
• Meeting the Mental Health Needs of Elderly Medicaid Customers Living in the
Community
12. Chapin, R. (Principal). Kansas Department on Aging $908,469 (2008).
• Mental Health Screening and Pilot Evaluation
• Real Choice Hospital Discharge Planning
• Analysis of Nursing Facility Evaluation of the Survey Process
• Impact of Workforce Enhancement Grants
13. Chapin, R. (Co-Principal). Practicum partnership project. Hartford Foundation $10,000
(2008).
Consultant, KU School of Nursing, Kansas Nursing Facility Evaluation, 2006-2008, $10,
000 per year.
14. Chapin, R. (Principal). Federal Real Choice Initiative $100,000 (2007).
Referral Systems and Patient Choice, SRS.
15. Chapin, R. (Principal). Kansas Department on Aging Contract $600,727 (2007).
• Older Adult Mental Health Service Access
• Medicaid and Other State Funded Long Term Care Services: Utilization Patterns and
Community Tenure Outcomes
• Hard-to-Reach Kansans: Mapping, Examining Access, and Identifying Successful
Outreach Strategies
16. Chapin, R. (Principal). The community tenure of older adult hoarders: Identifying risks and
enhancing opportunities. (Factors related to hoarding in older adults). Borchard
Foundation Center on Law and Aging $20,000 (2007).
17. Chapin, R. (Principal). Kansas Department on Aging $838,000 (2006).
• Older Adult Mental Health Service Access
• Medicaid and Other State Funded Long Term Care Services: Utilization Patterns and
Community Tenure Outcomes
• Hard-to-Reach Kansans: Mapping, Examining Access, and Identifying Successful
Outreach Strategies
18. Chapin, R. (Co-Principal). Practicum partnership project. Hartford Foundation $75,000
(2006).
(2006-2009)
19. Chapin, R. (Principal). Kansas Department on Aging $669,000 (2005).
• Examination of the Impact of Baby Boomers on Long-Term Care Services for Older
Adults
• Connecting Older Kansans with Community Mental Health Services (Year 3 of 3 Year
study)
• Elderly Medicaid Recipients Who Have Maintained Community Tenure: Final
Outcomes and Potential Cost Savings in End of Life Care
• Assisted Living/Residential Health Care Facility Participation with the Medicaid
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HCBS/FE Waiver: A Five Year Follow Up
20. Chapin, R. (Co-Principal). Working with older adults and their families: Online training
module development, Boston University. Institute on Geriatric Social Work $3,000 (2005).
21. Chapin, R. (Principal). Kansas Department on Aging $648,000 (2004).
• Expanded Examination of Factors Related to Diversion and Successful Community
Tenure for Medicaid Customers: The Effect of Diagnosis and Prescription Drug Use
• Connecting Older Kansans with Community Mental Health Services: A Pilot Study
• Elderly Medicaid Recipients Who Have Maintained Community Tenure: Final
Outcomes and Potential Cost Savings in End of Life Care
22. Chapin, R. Mentor for Doctoral Dissertation Award. Hartford Foundation/Gerontological
Society of America $20,000 (2004).
(2004-2005)
23. Chapin, R. (Principal). Gero-Rich Award. Hartford Foundation/Council on Social Work
Education $30,000 (2003).
Project Director, Grant to integrate more gerontological content into social work
curriculum, (January 2002-2004) $30,000 per year
24. Chapin, R. (Principal). Kansas Department on Aging $459,000 (2003).
• Assisted Living Research (multi-year)
• Examination of the Use of Medicare Home Health Services and Informal Caregiving
and Their Relationship to Successful Community Tenure
25. Chapin, R. (Principal). Securing Kansas future: Next steps for long term care. American
Association of Retired Persons $18,000 (2003).
(2002 - 2003)
26. Chapin, R. (Co-Principal). Gero-Rich Award. Hartford Foundation/Council on Social Work
Education $30,000 (2002).
Project Director, Grant to integrate more gerontological content into social work
curriculum, (January 2002-2004) $30,000 per year
27. Chapin, R. (Principal). Kansas Department on Aging $452,000 (2002).
• Outcome Indicators Project
• Assisted Living Research (multi-year)
• CARE Diversion Research (multi-year)
28. Chapin, R. (Principal). Meeting the mental health needs of elders in assisted living and
residential health care facilities: Community and facility factors. Retirement Research
Foundation, Chicago, IL $99,000 (2002).
(July 2001 - June 2002)
29. Chapin, R. Mentor for Doctoral Dissertation Award. Hartford Foundation/Gerontological
Society of America $20,000 (2002).
(Sept. 2001 – Aug. 2002)
30. Chapin, R. (Principal). Kansas Department on Aging $427,000 (2001).
• Outcome Indicators Project
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• Assisted Living Research (multi-year)
• CARE Diversion Research (multi-year)
31. Chapin, R. (Principal). Kansas Department on Aging $366,000 (2000).
• Outcome Indicators Project
• Assisted Living Research (multi-year)
• CARE Diversion Research (multi-year)
32. Chapin, R. (Principal). Kansas Department on Aging $324,600 (1999).
• Outcome Indicators Project
• Assisted Living Research
• Expedited Service Delivery Pilot
33. Chapin, R. (Principal). Kansas Department on Aging $325,202 (1998).
• Outcome Indicators Project
• Community Re-Entry Evaluation
• Expedited Eligibility Research
34. Chapin, R. (Principal). Kansas Social and Rehabilitation Services $747,901 (1997).
• Outcome Indicators Research Project
• Community Re-Entry Research Project
• Resident Status Review Research Project
• Nursing Facility Bed Conversion Study
• Adult Services Training
• Life Case Management Training
35. Chapin, R. (Principal). Kansas Social and Rehabilitation Services $636,031 (1996).
• Outcome Indicators Project
• Community Re-Entry Project
• Adult Protective Service Training
• Community Agencies Managing Long Term Care
• Development of Comprehensive Adult Services Training System
• Increasing Effectiveness of Case Management
36. Chapin, R. (Principal). Kansas Social and Rehabilitation Services $544,165 (1995).
• Outcome Indicators Project
• Community Re-Entry Project
• Adapting Strengths Model for Work with Elderly (Training)
• Pre-Admission Assessment Program Evaluation
• Development of Comprehensive Adult Services Training System
• Comprehensive Case Management Initiative
37. Chapin, R. (Co-Principal). Kansas Social and Rehabilitation Services Long Term Care
$242,208 (1994).
• Outcome Indicators Project
• Community Re-Entry Project,
• Waiver Evaluation Project
• Adapting Strengths Model for Work with Elderly (Training)
38. Chapin, R. Long Term Care. Kansas Social and Rehabilitation Services Medicaid
$1,658,921 (1993).
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Part of $1,658,921 SRS-KU School of Social Welfare contract for (FY 1992 - FY 1993)
39. Chapin, R. Human Services Research Institute, Cambridge, MA $6,500 (1991).
Member of national expert panel to discuss long term care reimbursement strategies for
developmentally disabled 1990 - 1991
40. Chapin, R. Research/analysis to develop ICF/MR and day habilitation reimbursement
systems. Minnesota Department of Human Services $12,038 (1990).
1989 - 1990
Proposal Submitted
Chapin, R. (Principal). Center for Research on Aging and Disability Options (CRADO) -
Volunteer Participation Study. Retirement Research Foundation $87,095, Submitted June 29,
2016 (January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2018).
Chapin, R. (Principal). Medicaid Waiver Functional Eligibility Instrument (MFEI and
MFEI/IDD). KS Dept for Aging and Disability Service $750,055, Submitted April 11, 2017
(April 1, 2017 - July 31, 2018).
Internal Award
Funded
1. Chapin, R. Kansas Nursing Facility Evaluation. KU School of Nursing- Kansas Department
on Aging $10,000 (2007).
Consultant, 2006-2008, $10, 000 per year.
2. Chapin, R. Kansas Nursing Facility Evaluation. School of Nursing-KDOA $15,000 (2005).
Consultant for this Multi-year project, $15, 000 per year.
3. Chapin, R. Kansas Nursing Facility Evaluation. School of Nursing-KDOA $15,000 (2004).
Consultant for this Multi-year project, $15, 000 per year
Kansas Department on Aging
Externally-Funded Grant/Contract
Funded
1. Chapin, R. K., Ph.D. (Principal). Medicaid Functional Eligibility Instrument Development
(MFEI and MFEI/IDD). $998,478 (2013 - Present).
Research/Scholarly Work
Publications
Reviewed/Refereed
Book Chapters
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1. Chapin, R. K., & Wendel, C. (in press). Medicaid. In Encyclopedia of Adult Development
and Aging. (Invited)
2. Chapin, R. K., Nelson-Becker, H., Macmillan, K., & Sellon, A. (2015). Strengths based and
solution focused approaches to practice with older adults. In Handbook of Social Work in
Health and Aging (2nd ed.). Oxford University Press.
3. Nelson-Becker, H., Chapin, R., & Fast, B. (2011). The strengths model with older adults:
Critical practice components. In D. Saleebey (Ed.), The strengths perspective in social work
practice. White Plains, NY: Longman.
4. Chapin, R. (2002). In E. Cox, B. Kelchner, & R. Chapin (Eds.), Gerontological social work
practice. Binghamton, NY: Haworth Press.
Books
1. Fast, B., & Chapin, R. (2000). Strengths case management in long term care. Baltimore,
MD: Health Professions Press.
Books, Textbooks
1. Chapin, R. K., PhD. (2017). Social policy for effective practice: A strengths approach (4th
ed.). 711 Third Avenue, New York, NY 10017: Routledge Taylor & Francis Group. 715.
ISBN: 978-1-138-21091-2 (hbk)
2. Chapin, R. K., PhD. (2014). Social policy for effective practice: A strengths approach (3rd
ed.). London, U.K: Routledge Taylor & Francis Group. ISBN: 978-0-415-51992-2
3. Chapin, R. K., PhD. (2011). Social policy for effective practice: A strengths approach (2nd
ed.). London, U.K: Routledge Taylor & Francis Group. ISBN: 978-0-415-51992-2
Journal Articles
1. Sellon, A. M., Chapin, R. K., Ph.D., & Leedahl, S. N., Ph.D. (2016). Engaging Nursing
Home Residents in Formal Volunteer Activities: A Focus on Strengths. Aging International,
22(1), 93-114. ISSN: 0163-5158
2. Chapin, R. K., PhD, Sellon, A., MSW, & Wendel-Hummell, C., PhD. (2015). Integrating
Education, Research, and Practice in Gerontological Social Work: Lessons Learned from
the Reclaiming Joy Peer Support Program. Gerontology and Geriatrics Education,
36(3/2015), 242-260.
http://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/02701960.2015.1009055?journalCode=wgge2
0 PMID: 25649280
3. Leedahl, S. N., Chapin, R. K., Ph.D., & Little, T. (in press). Multilevel examination of
facility characteristics, social integration, and health for older adults living in nursing
homes. Journal of Gerontology: Social Sciences. PMID: 25213304
4. Leedahl, S. N., Chapin, R. K., Ph.D., Wendel-Hummel, C., Hasche, L., & Townley, G. (in
press). Successful strategies for discharging nursing facility residents with mental health
diagnoses using Medicaid to the community. Journal of Social Service Research.
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http://digitalcommons.uri.edu/hdf_facpubs/21/ doi:10.1080/01488376.2014.972012
5. Chapin, R. K., Ph.D., Chandran, D., Sergeant, J., & Koenig, T. (2014). Hospital to
community transitions for adults: Discharge planners and community service providers’
perspectives. Social Work in Health Care, 53(4/2014), 311-329.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/24717181 ISSN: 0098-1389 PMID: 24717181
PMCID: 10.1080/00981389.2014.884037
6. Chapin, R. K., Ph.D, Sergeant, J. F., Landry, S. T., Leedahl, S. N., Rachlin, R., Koenig, T.
L., & Graham, A. (2013). Reclaiming Joy: Pilot evaluation of a mental health peer support
program for Medicaid Waiver recipients. The Gerontologist, 53(2), 345-352.
7. Chapin, R. K., Sergeant, J., Landry, S., Leedahl, S., Rachlin, S., Koenig, T., & Graham, A.
(in press). Reclaiming joy: Pilot evaluation of a mental health peer support program for
older adults who receive Medicaid. The Gerontologist.
8. Chapin, R., Baca, B., Leedahl, S. N., Rachlin, R., Wedel, X., & Zimmerman, M. K. (in
press). The Service Use Index: A Tool for Examining Rural/Urban Differences.
Contemporary Rural Social Work, 50-62.
9. Koenig, T. L., Leiste, M., Spano, R., & Chapin, R. (2012). Multidisciplinary team
perspectives on older adult hoarding and mental illness. Journal of Elder Abuse & Neglect.
doi:10.1080/08946566.2012.712856
10. Chapin, R., Sergeant, J. F., Landry, S. T., Koenig, T. L., Leiste, M., & Reynolds, K. (2010).
Hoarding cases involving older adults: The transition from a private matter to the public
sector. Journal of Gerontological Social Work, 53(8), 723-742.
11. Koenig, T. L., Chapin, R., & Spano, R. (2010). Using multidisciplinary teams to address
ethical dilemmas with older adults who hoard. Journal of Gerontological Social Work,
53(2), 137-147.
12. Sergeant, J. F., Ekerdt, D., & Chapin, R. (2010). Older adults' expectations to move: Do
they predict actual community-based or nursing facility moves within two years? Journal of
Aging and Health, 22(6).
13. Chapin, R., Baca, B., Macmillan, K., Rachlin, R., & Zimmerman, M. (2009). Residential
outcomes for nursing facility applicants who have been diverted: Where are they five years
later? The Gerontologist, 49(1), 46-56.
14. Chapin, R., Hickey, A., Rachlin, R., & Higgins, D. (2008). Assisted living and low-income
older adults: Has access increased? Senior Housing and Care Journal, 16(1), 53-66.
15. Sergeant, J. F., Ekerdt, D. J., & Chapin, R. (2008). Measurement of late-life residential
relocation: Why are rates for such a manifest event so varied? Journal of Gerontology:
Social Sciences, 63B(2), S92-S98.
16. Chapin, R., Gordon, T., Landry, S., & Rachlin, R. (2007). Hospice use by older adults
knocking on the door of the nursing facility: Implications for social work practice. Journal
of Social Work in End of Life and Palliative Care, 3(2), 19-38.
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17. Chapin, R., Nelson-Becker, H., Gordon, T., Landry, S., & Chapin, W. (2007). Responding
to the Hartford Geriatric Social Work Initiative: A multi-level community approach to
building aging competency. Journal of Gerontological Social Work, 50(1/2), 59-74.
18. Gordon, T., Nelson-Becker, H., Chapin, R., & Landry, S. (2007). Changing aging
competency following a GeroRich intervention initiative: Implications for Bachelor's and
Master's social work education. Educational Gerontology, 33(12), 1037-1052.
19. Dobbs, D., Hayes, J., Chapin, R., & Oslund, P. (2006). The relationship between psychiatric
disorders and the ability to age in place in assisted living. The American Journal of
Geriatric Psychiatry, 14(7), 613-620.
20. Chapin, R., Reed, C., & Dobbs, D. (2005). Mental health needs and service use of older
adults in assisted living settings: A mixed-method study. Journal of Mental Health and
Aging, 11(2), 351-365.
21. Cummings, S., Chapin, R., Dobbs, D., & Hayes, J. (2004). Assisted living facilities'
response to residents' mental health needs: A study in two states. Journal of Mental Health
and Aging, 10(3), 151-162.
22. Nakashima, M., Chapin, R., Macmillan, K., & Zimmerman, M. (2004). Decision making in
long-term care: Approaches used by older adults and implications for social work practice.
Journal of Gerontological Social Work, 43(4), 79-102.
23. Macmillan, K., Chapin, R., & Rachlin, R. (2002). Linking research to policy: University
and state agency collaboration to expedite home and community based services. Journal of
Applied Social Sciences, 25(2), 59-66.
24. Chapin, R., & Cox, E. (2001). Changing the paradigm: Strengths-based and empowerment-
oriented social work with frail elders. Journal of Journal of Gerontological Social Work,
6(3/4), 165-180.
25. Chapin, R., & Dobbs-Kepper, D. (2001). Aging in place in assisted living: Philosophy
versus policy. The Gerontologist, 41(1), 43-50.
26. Chapin, R., Dobbs-Kepper, D., & Oslund, P. (2001). Factors that influence residents' length
of stay in assisted living: A longitudinal analysis. Senior Housing and Care Journal, 9(1),
85-100.
27. Marty, D., & Chapin, R. (2000). The legislative tenets of client's right to treatment in the
least restrictive environment and freedom from harm: Implications for community
providers. Community Mental Health Journal, 36(6), 545-556.
28. Chapin, R. (1999). It is expected by the year 2000: Using lessons from the past to plan for
the elder boom. Journal of Gerontological Social Work, 32(2), 21-40.
29. Macmillan, K., Chapin, R., & Rachlin, R. (1999). Expedited service delivery: Helping frail
elders remain in their homes. Journal of Case Management, 1(3), 181-187.
30. Chapin, R., Rachlin, R., Wilkinson, D., Levy, M., & Lindbloom, R. (1998). Going home:
Community re-entry of light care nursing facility residents age 65 and over. Journal of
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Health Care Finance, 25(2), 35-48.
31. Fast, B., & Chapin, R. (1996). The strengths model in long term care: Linking cost
containment and consumer empowerment. Journal of Case Management, 5(2), 51-57.
32. Chapin, R. (1995). Social policy development: The strengths perspective. Social Work,
40(4), 506-514.
33. Osterkamp, L., & Chapin, R. (1995). Community-based volunteer home-repair and home-
maintenance programs for elders: An effective service paradigm? Journal of Gerontological
Social Work, 24(1/2), 55-75.
34. Petr, C. G., Murdock, B., & Chapin, R. (1995). Home care for children dependent on
medical technology: The family perspective. Social Work in Health Care, 21(1).
35. Chapin, R., & Chambers, D. (1994). Client-centered reimbursement for community
residential services providing social skills development. Adult Residential Care Journal,
8(1).
36. Chapin, R., & Rotegard, L. (1993). Day training and habilitation: A targeted approach.
Journal of Disability Policy Studies, 4(1).
37. Chapin, R., & Silloway, G. (1992). Incentive payments to nursing homes based on quality
of care outcomes. Journal of Applied Gerontology, 11(2).
38. Gettings, R., & Chapin, R. (1992). Improving state rate setting and reimbursement for
developmental disabilities services: A critical task for the 90s. Journal of Disability Policy
Studies, 3(2).
39. Chapin, R., Rotegard, L., & Maynard, B. (1991). Reimbursement of ICFs/MR program
costs based on client resource use. Mental Retardation, 29(5).
40. Chapin, R. (1987). Are needs assessments of the elderly really used? Community Education
Research Digest, 1(2).
Online Education Modules
1. Landry, S., Dybicz, P., Nelson-Becker, H., Chapin, R., Chandran, D., & Gordon, T. (2005).
Cultural awareness and aging: The Strengths Perspective. Boston University, Institute for
Geriatric Social Work. IGSW/Online%202/index.htm
2. Nelson-Becker, H., Dybicz, P., Chandran, D., Landry, S., Chapin, R., & Gordon, T. (2005).
Legal and ethical issues in working with older adults: The Strengths Perspective. Boston
University, Institute for Geriatric Social Work. IGSW/Online3/index.htm
3. Nelson-Becker, H., Landry, S., Dybicz, P., Chapin, R., & Gordon, T. (2005). Basic issues in
aging: The Strengths Perspective. Boston University, Institute for Geriatric Social Work.
IGSW/Online1/Introduction/1intro.htm
4. Chapin, R., & Nakashima, M. (2002). Weight loss in the older adult. Kansas City, KS: KU
Center on Aging, Geriatric Education Center Online Web Module- Social Work
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Component. http://coa.kumc.edu/gec
5. Chapin, R., & Nakashima, M. (2001). Online dementia behavior management. Kansas City,
KS: KU Center on Aging, Geriatric Education Center Web Module- Social Work
Component. http://coa.kumc.edu/gec
Non-Reviewed/Refereed
Book Chapters
1. Chapin, R., Nelson-Becker, H., & Macmillan, K. (2006). Strengths based and solution
focused approaches to practice with older adults. In B. Berkman & S. D'Ambruso (Eds.),
The Oxford handbook of social work in aging. Oxford University Press.
2. Nelson-Becker, H., Chapin, R., & Fast, B. (2005). The strengths model with older adults:
Critical practice components. In D. Saleebey (Ed.), The strengths perspective in social work
practice. White Plains, NY: Longman.
3. Fast, B., & Chapin, R. (2002). The strengths model with older adults: Critical practice
components. In D. Saleebey (Ed.), The strengths perspective in social work practice. White
Plains, NY: Longman.
4. Chapin, R. (2001). Building on the strengths of older women. In K. J. Peterson & A.
Lieberman (Eds.), Building on women's strengths: An agenda for the 21st century (Rev.
ed.). Binghamton, NY: Haworth Press.
5. Chapin, R. (2000). Concepts for the analysis of methods of financing. In D. Chambers
(Ed.), Social policy and social programs. Ohio: Macmillan.
6. Bern-Klug, M., & Chapin, R. (1999). The changing demography of death: Implications for
human services workers. In B. deVries (Ed.), End of life issues: Interdisciplinary and
multidimensional perspectives. Springer Publishers.
7. Fast, B., & Chapin, R. (1997). The strengths model with older adults: Critical practice
components. In D. Saleebey (Ed.), The strengths perspective in social work practice. White
Plains, NY: Longman.
8. Chapin, R. (1993). Concepts for the analysis of methods of financing. In D. Chambers
(Ed.), Social policy and social programs. Ohio: Macmillan.
Books, Textbooks
1. Chapin, R. (2007). Social policy for effective practice: A strengths approach. Boston, MA:
McGraw Hill.
Conference Proceedings
1. Chapin, R. (1992). Creating long term care options for elderly Kansans: Conference
background paper. Lawrence, KS: University of Kansas School of Social Welfare, Office
of Social Policy Analysis.
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2. Fast, B., & Chapin, R. (1992). In R. Chapin (Ed.), Proceedings of Annual Policy
Conference on Long Term Care Reform. Lawrence, KS: The University of Kansas.
3. Chapin, R. (1991). Proceedings of Forum on Targeted Reimbursement. Lawrence, KS:
Office of Social Policy Analysis, University of Kansas School of Social Welfare.
Instructional Materials
1. Fast, B., Heintzen, K., & Chapin, R. (1996). Adult abuse, neglect and exploitation (training
curriculum). Topeka, KS: Kansas Department of Social and Rehabilitation Services.
2. Fast, B., Heintzen, K., & Chapin, R. (1995). Adult abuse, neglect and exploitation (training
curriculum). Topeka, KS: Kansas Department of Social and Rehabilitation Services.
3. Fast, B., Rapp, C., & Chapin, R. (1994). A model for strengths-based case management
with older adults (training curriculum). Topeka, KS: Kansas Department of Social and
Rehabilitation Services.
4. Chapin, R., & Wiggins, N. (1980). Serving the rural elderly (Instructional Package for
Human Service Professionals). Minnesota Resource Center for Social Work Education.
5. Chapin, R., & Wiggins, N. (1980). Social services: The rural context (Instructional
Package for Human Service Professionals). Minnesota Resource Center for Social Work
Education.
6. Chapin, R. (1973). Advocacy for community health workers (learning packet). Minnesota
Resource Center for Social Work Education.
Legislative Report
1. Chapin, R. (2003). Securing Kansas' future: Next steps for community-based long term care
for older adults, AARP Long Term Care Policy Forum.
2. Chapin, R., & Levy, M. (1996). Realignment of the Kansas long term care system:
Incentives and key elements. Lawrence, KS: University of Kansas School of Social Welfare.
3. Chapin, R. (1989). Department of Human Services report to the Minnesota legislature on
the proposed rate system for payments to Intermediate Care Facilities for Persons with
Mental Retardation. Minnesota Department of Human Services.
4. Chapin, R. (1987). Client centered reimbursement mechanisms for providers of services to
persons with mental retardation. Prepared for the Minnesota Legislative Commission on
Long-Term Care.
Manuals
1. Fast, B., Morrical, R., & Chapin, R. (1995). Student manual for long term care case
management. Lawrence, KS: University of Kansas School of Social Welfare.
Monographs
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1. Chapin, R. K., Ph.D., Wendel-Hummell, C. L., Ph.D., Hodgesmith, M. J., Nary, D.,
Renault, V., Longabach, T., Sellon, A. M., Collins, C. L., Little, T., Mendenhall, A. N.,
Boyle, D., & Gajewski, D. A. (2014). Kansas Medicaid Functional Eligibility Instrument
(MFEI): Interim Report. Lawrence, KS: University of Kansas School of Social Welfare
Center for Research on Aging and Disability Options. Lawrence, KS: University of Kansas
School of Social Welfare Center for Research on Aging and Disability Options..
2. Chapin, R. K., Ph.D., Sellon, A. M., & Landry, S. (2013). Peer Support and Wellness for
Older Adults (PSWOA) Pilot Study. University of Kansas School of Social Welfare, Office
of Aging and Long Term Care (OALTC) .Lawrence, KS: Prepared for the Lawrence
Memorial Hospital Endowment. Lawrence, KS: University of Kansas School of Social
Welfare, OALTC..
3. Chapin, R. K., Ph.D., Wendel-Hummell, C. L., Ph.D., Lee, R. M., Landry, S., Zimmerman,
M. K., Ph.D., Oslund, P., Brun, K., Leedahl, S. N., Ph.D., & Sergeant, J. F., Ph.D. (2012).
Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) Medicaid cost savings study.
Lawrence, KS: University of Kansas School of Social Welfare..
4. Chapin, R., Landry, S. T., White, P., Nickerson, R., Leedahl, S. N., Rachlin, R., &
Zimmerman, M. (2011). Meeting the mental health needs of Kansas Department on Aging
in-home Medicaid customers: Peer support program statewide implementation. Lawrence,
KS: University of Kansas School of Social Welfare.
5. Chapin, R., Landry, S., White, P., Jones, K., Nickerson, R., Rachlin, R., Sergeant, J.,
Koenig, T. L., Hasche, L., Nevergole, J., Deboeck, P., & Nelson-Becker, H. (2010).
Meeting the mental health needs of older adults on Medicaid: A pilot study. University of
Kansas School of Social Welfare, Office of Aging and Long Term Care: Lawrence, KS.
6. Chapin, R., Leedahl, S., Baca, B., Sergeant, J., Nickerson, R., Zimmerman, M., Rachlin, R.,
Holmes, R., Leiste, M., & Townley, G. W. (2009). Transitioning nursing facility residents
with Medicaid and mental health needs to the community. Lawrence, KS: University of
Kansas School of Social Welfare.
7. Chapin, R., Zimmerman, M., Baca, B., Leedahl, S., Rachlin, R., Holmes, R., Lloyd, J.,
O’Connor, S., Bertrand, A., & Chandran, D. (2008). The impact of the workforce
enhancement grants on nursing home quality of care, quality of life, culture change, and
staff retention. Lawrence, KS: University of Kansas School of Social Welfare Office of
Aging and Long Term Care.
8. Chapin, R., Sergeant, J., Chandran, D., Lloyd, J., Higgins, D., Koenig, T. L., Rachlin, R.,
Ko, E., Nagadenahalli, N., & Leedahl, S. (2007). Real choice project: Referral system
assessment. Lawrence, KS: University of Kansas School of Social Welfare Office of Aging
and Long Term Care.
9. Chapin, R., Baca, B., Landry, S., Rachlin, R., & Wedel, X. (2006). Planning for long-term
care services in Kansas before the boom. Lawrence, KS: The University of Kansas School
of Social Welfare.
10. Chapin, R., Nelson- Becker, H., Gordon, T., Landry, S., & Rachlin, R. (2006). Increasing
access to hospice for CARE assessment customers: CARE assessor feedback and
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resources/toolkit. Lawrence, KS: University of Kansas School of Social Welfare Office of
Aging and Long Term Care.
11. Thompson, S., Dunton, N., Gajewski, B., Lee, R., Wrona, M., Becker, A., Coffland, V.,
Chapin, R., Rachlin, R., & Zimmerman, M. (2006). Kansas nursing facility project
evaluation (Year 3), Kansas Department on Aging. Lawrence, KS: The University of
Kansas School of Nursing.
12. Chapin, R., Higgins, D., Hickey, A., Rachlin, R., & Nelson-Becker, H. (2005). Assisted
living/residential health care facility participation in the Medicaid HCBS-FE Waiver: A five
year follow-up. Lawrence, KS.
13. Chapin, R., Zimmerman, M., Gordon, T., Landry, S., Oslund, P., Rachlin, R., Hickey, A., &
Peng, C. (2005). Hospice component of the Longitudinal Diversion Study: Exploration of
hospice use by Medicaid and Medicare consumers in Kansas. Lawrence, KS: The
University of Kansas School of Social Welfare, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.
14. Chapin, R., Zimmerman, M., Macmillan, K., Rachlin, R., Reed, C., Hickey, A., Baca, B.,
Wiebold-Lippisch, L., Henning, E., Oslund, P., Hayes, J., Katz, B., & Shea, J. (2003).
Examination of the use of Medicare Home Health Services and informal caregiving and
their relationship to successful community tenure. Lawrence, KS: The University of Kansas
School of Social Welfare, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.
15. Forbes-Thompson, S., Dunton, N., Gajewski, B., Wrona, M., Becker, A., Chapin, R.,
Rachlin, R., Lee, R., & Zimmerman, M. (2003). Kansas nursing facility project evaluation.
Topeka, KS: Kansas Department on Aging.
16. Chapin, R., Dobbs-Kepper, D., Hayes, J., & Hickey, A. (2002). Meeting the mental health
needs of elders in assisted living and residential health care facilities: Community and
facility factors. Lawrence, KS: The University of Kansas School of Social Welfare, Office
of Aging and Long Term Care.
17. Chapin, R., Nelson-Becker, H., Gordon, T., & Terrebonne, S. (2002). Hartford
Gerontological Enrichment (Gerorich) in Social Work: Learning resources. Lawrence, KS:
The University of Kansas School of Social Welfare, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.
18. Dobbs-Kepper, D., Chapin, R., Reed, C., Hickey, A., & Ellman, C. (2002). Barriers to
accessing mental health services for residents in assisted living and residential health care
facilities from the perspective of residents and community mental health center staff.
Lawrence, KS: The University of Kansas School of Social Welfare, Office of Aging and
Long Term Care.
19. Moore, J., & Chapin, R. (2000). Forecasting long term care needs of the coming elder
boom in Kansas. Lawrence, KS: The University of Kansas School of Social Welfare, Office
of Aging and Long Term Care.
20. Chapin, R., Rachlin, R., Macmillan, K., Westerfelt, A., Carden, M., & Moore, J. (1999).
Expedited service delivery pilot evaluation. Lawrence, Kansas: The University of Kansas,
Long Term Care Research Group.
21. Chapin, R., Rachlin, R., & Macmillan, K. (1998). Expedited service delivery: Increasing
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access to home and community based services for poor older adults. Lawrence, KS:
University of Kansas School of Social Welfare.
22. Fast, B., Chapin, R., & Rapp, C. (1997). A model for strengths-based case management
with older adults. Lawrence, KS: University of Kansas School of Social Welfare.
23. Moore, J., Rachlin, R., & Chapin, R. (1997). Older adult client outcome indicator project:
Information systems component. Lawrence, KS: University of Kansas School of Social
Welfare.
24. Chapin, R., & Levy, M. (1996). Realignment of the Kansas long term care system:
Incentives and key elements. Lawrence, KS: University of Kansas School of Social Welfare.
25. Chapin, R., & Levy, M. (1996). Recommendations for the community re-entry program.
Lawrence, KS: University of Kansas School of Social Welfare.
26. Chapin, R., Fast, B., & Levy, M. (1996). Community management of long term care
(National Managed Care Forum). Lawrence, KS: University of Kansas School of Social
Welfare.
27. Chapin, R., Wilkinson, D., Levy, M., & Rachlin, R. (1996). Evaluation of the community re-
entry program and analysis of actual discharges: Implications for the LIFE program.
Lawrence, KS: University of Kansas School of Social Welfare.
28. Fast, B., Chapin, R., & Moore, J. (1996). Innovative case management in Kansas:
Implications for the LIFE program. Lawrence, KS: University of Kansas School of Social
Welfare.
29. Chapin, R., & Jones, L. (1995). Older adult client outcome indicators project: Cost
implications of changing utilization trends 1991-1994. Lawrence, KS: University of Kansas
School of Social Welfare.
30. Chapin, R., Zimmerman, M., & Quiring, S. (1994). Evolution of Kansas preadmission and
referral program. Kansas Department of Social and Rehabilitation Services: Topeka, KS.
31. Chapin, R. (1994). Pre-Admission Assessment Program. Topeka, KS: Kansas Senate
Subcommittee on Pre-Admission Assessment.
32. Chapin, R., & Lindbloom, R. (1992). Long term care for the elderly. Lawrence, KS: Office
of Social Policy Analysis, University of Kansas School of Social Welfare, and Kansas
Social and Rehabilitation Services.
33. Chapin, R., et al. (1992). Long term care for the elderly. Minnesota Department of Human
Services.
34. Chapin, R., et al. (1990). Statement of need and reasonableness for new medical assistance
reimbursement system for Intermediate Care Facilities for the Mentally Retarded
(ICF/MR). Minnesota Department of Human Services.
35. Chapin, R., & Kidder, D. (1988). Utilization of the home and community based waiver for
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the elderly, final report. Abt Associates, Presented to the Minnesota Department of Human
Services.
36. Chapin, R., et al. (1987). Statement of need and reasonableness for new medical assistance
reimbursement system for Intermediate Care Facilities for the Mentally Retarded
(ICF/MR). Minnesota Department of Human Services.
37. Chapin, R., et al. (1986). Statement of need and reasonableness for case mix reimbursement
system for nursing homes. Minnesota Department of Human Services.
38. Chapin, R., & Waldman, N. (1974). Boys over here, girls over there: Sexism. In Delta
Kappan (International Educators Magazine).
39. Chapin, R., Smith, E., & Dean, R. (1971). Effects of health/social services for children with
cleft lip/palate in state of Minnesota. Crippled Children Services.
Research Reports
1. Chapin, R. K., PhD, Wendel-Hummell, C., PhD, Hodgesmith, M., Swartzendruber, L.,
Lassman, H., Holmes, C., Sellon, A. M., Nary, D., Renault, V., Kang, H., & Banerjee, M.
(2016). Kansas Medicaid Functional Eligibility Instruments for Intellectual and
Developmental Disabilities (MFEI/IDD): Interim Report..
2. Chapin, R., Wendel-Hummell, C., Hodgesmith, M., Swartzendruber, L., Lassman, H.,
Holmes, C., Sellon, A. M., Nary, D., Renault, V., Kang, H., & Banerjee, M. (2016). Kansas
Medicaid Functional Eligibility Instrument for Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
(MFEI/IDD): Interim Report. Prepared for Kansas Department for Aging and Disability
Services..
3. Chapin, R. K., Ph.D., Wendel-Hummell, C. L., Ph.D., Lee, R. M., Landry, S., Zimmerman,
M., Ph.D., Oslund, P. C., Bruns, K., Leedahl, S. N., Ph.D., Hill, J., Rachlin, R., & Sergeant,
J. F., Ph.D. (2013). Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) Medicaid Cost-
Benefit Study.. Lawrence, KS: University of Kansas School of Social Welfare, CRADO.
4. Chapin, R., Wendel-Hummell, C., Hodgesmith, M., Nary, D., Renalt, V., Longabach, T.,
Sellon, A. M., Collins, C., Little, T., Mendenhall, A., & Boyle, D. (2013). Kansas Medicaid
Functional Eligibility Instrument (MFEI): Interim Report..
5. Chapin, R., Wendel-Hummell, C., Hodgesmith, M., Nary, D., Renalt, V., Longabach, T.,
Sellon, A. M., Collins, C., Little, T., Mendenhall, A., Boyle, D., & Gajewski, B. (2013).
Kansas Medicaid Functional Eligibility Instrument (MFEI): Interim Report..
6. Chapin, R., Sergeant, J., Wendel-Hummel, C., Koenig, T. L., Leiste, M., Jones, K., Rachlin,
R., Spano, R., Zimmerman, M., Canda, E. R., Hasche, L., Nevergole, J., & Townley, G.
(2011). Identification of mental health needs: A workshop for case managers who serve
Medicaid HCBS/FE consumers, final report. Lawrence, KS: University of Kansas School of
Social Welfare, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.
7. Nelson-Becker, H., Chapin, R., & Nickerson, R. (2010). Year 3 project report, KU Hartford
Program for Productive Aging Education (HPPAE). New York, NY: Hartford.
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8. Chapin, R., Landry, S., Sergeant, J., O’Connor, S., & Rachlin, R. (2008). Adult care home
evaluation of the Survey Process Report. Lawrence, KS: University of Kansas School of
Social Welfare Office of Aging and Long Term Care.
9. Chapin, R., McKenzie, S., Landry, S., Reynolds, K., Rachlin, R., & Koenig, T. L. (2007).
Community tenure of older adults who hoard: Identifying risks and enhancing
opportunities. A report prepared for the Borchard Foundation Center for Law and Aging.
Lawrence, KS: University of Kansas School of Social Welfare Office of Aging and Long
Term Care.
10. Nelson-Becker, H., Chapin, R., & Higgins, D. (2007, July). Year 1 project report, KU
Program for Productive Aging Education (PPAE). New York, NY: Hartford.
11. Macmillan, K., Hayes, J., Rachlin, R., Chapin, R., Zimmerman, M., Oslund, P., Burke, J., &
Sarvepalli, A. (2005). The diversion study update: Community tenure states of diverted
CARE assessment customers at 36 months. Lawrence, KS: The University of Kansas School
of Social Welfare, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.
12. Chapin, R., Rachlin, R., Reynolds, K., Nelson-Becker, H., Swaim, T., Hayes, J., LeRoy, J.,
Shea, J., Ellman, C., Higgins, D., & Krause, E. (2003). Community and facility factors:
Connecting older Kansans with community mental health services, A pilot study. Lawrence,
KS: The University of Kansas School of Social Welfare, Office of Aging and Long Term
Care.
13. Chapin, R., Rachlin, R., Reynolds, K., Nelson-Becker, H., Swaim, T., Hayes, J., LeRoy, J.,
Shea, J., Ellman, C., Higgins, D., & Krause, E. (2003). Connecting older Kansans with
community mental health services: A pilot study. Lawrence, KS: The University of Kansas
School of Social Welfare, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.
14. Chapin, R., Rachlin, R., & Swaim, T. (2002). Older adult client outcome indicator project
report: Fiscal year 2002. Lawrence, KS: The University of Kansas School of Social
Welfare, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.
15. Chapin, R., Zimmerman, M., Macmillan, K., Rachlin, R., Nakashima, M., Hayes, J.,
Oslund, P., Swaim, T., Burke, J., Shea, J., & Reed, C. (2002). Longitudinal study of
customers diverted through the CARE Program: Summary of key policy findings. Lawrence,
KS: The University of Kansas School of Social Welfare, Office of Aging and Long Term
Care.
16. Chapin, R., Rachlin, R., & Cline, M. (2001). Older adult client outcome indicator project
report: Fiscal year 2001. Lawrence, KS: The University of Kansas School of Social
Welfare, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.
17. Chapin, R., Zimmerman, M., Macmillan, K., Rachlin, R., Nakashima, M., Hayes, J., Reed,
C., Kaiser, L., & Cline, M. (2001). Longitudinal study of customers diverted through the
CARE Program: Fiscal year 2001 report. Lawrence, KS: The University of Kansas School
of Social Welfare, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.
18. Dobbs-Kepper, D., Chapin, R., Oslund, P., Rachlin, R., & Stover, J. (2001). Resident and
facility factors related to residents' length of stay in assisted living and residential health
care facilities: A longitudinal analysis. Lawrence, KS: The University of Kansas School of
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Social Welfare, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.
19. Chapin, R., Dobbs, D., Moore, J., & Waltner, M. (2000). A study of Kansas assisted living
and residential health care facilities. Lawrence, KS: The University of Kansas School of
Social Welfare, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.
20. Chapin, R., Zimmerman, M., Macmillan, K., Rachlin, R., Nakashima, M., Moore, J.,
Schmidt, D., & Cline, M. (2000). Longitudinal study of customers diverted through the
CARE program: Fiscal year 2000. Lawrence, KS: The University of Kansas School of
Social Welfare, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.
21. Rachlin, R., Chapin, R., & Moore, J. (2000). Older adult client outcome indicator project.
Lawrence, KS: The University of Kansas School of Social Welfare, Office of Aging and
Long Term Care.
22. Fast, B., & Chapin, R. (1998). Annual comprehensive evaluation of the community re-entry
project. Lawrence, KS: University of Kansas School of Social Welfare.
23. Rachlin, R., & Chapin, R. (1996). Older adult client outcome indicator project status
report. Lawrence, KS: University of Kansas School of Social Welfare.
24. Chapin, R., & Levy, M. (1995). Community re-entry quarterly report. Lawrence, KS:
University of Kansas School of Social Welfare.
25. Chapin, R., & Levy, M. (1995). Comprehensive annual evaluation report on the SRS
community re-entry project. Lawrence, KS: Office of Social Policy Analysis, University of
Kansas School of Social Welfare.
26. Chapin, R., & Lindbloom, R. (1995). Community re-entry recommendations report.
Lawrence, KS: University of Kansas School of Social Welfare.
27. Chapin, R., Lindbloom, R., & Jones, L. F. (1995). Older adult client outcome indicator
project status report. Lawrence, KS: University of Kansas School of Social Welfare.
28. Jones, L., & Chapin, R. (1995). Older adult client outcome indicator project status report.
Lawrence, KS: University of Kansas School of Social Welfare.
29. Rachlin, R., & Chapin, R. (1995). Older adult client outcome indicator project status
report. Lawrence, KS: Office of Social Policy Analysis, University of Kansas School of
Social Welfare.
30. Chapin, R., & Schwartz, C. (1994). Comprehensive annual evaluation report on the SRS
community re-entry project. Lawrence, KS: University of Kansas School of Social Welfare,
Office of Social Policy Analysis.
31. Lindbloom, R., & Chapin, R. (1994). Older adult client outcome indicator project status
report. Lawrence, KS: University of Kansas School of Social Welfare, Office of Social
Policy Analysis.
32. Petr, C. G., Murdock, B., & Chapin, R. (1992). Home care for children with technology
dependence: A report on placement-threatening crises in four families in Minnesota.
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Lawrence, KS: Beach Center on Families and Disability, The University of Kansas.
Works Submitted or Ready for Submission
Reviewed/Refereed
Journal Articles
1. Chapin, R. K., Ph.D., Wendel-Hummell, C., Ph.D., Sellon, A., Hill, J., & Oslund, P. (in
revision). Program of All Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) state Medicaid
expenditures and healthcare utilization outcomes: a comparative study. World Medical and
Health Policy.
2. Kim, H. J., LaPierre, T., Ph.D., & Chapin, R. K., Ph.D. (in revision). "Grandparents
Providing Care for Grandchildren: Implications for Economic Preparation for Later Life in
South Korea". [Ageing & Society]. Aging and Society.
Monographs
1. Chapin, R. K., Ph.D., Landry, S. T., White, P., Leedahl, S. N., Ph.D., Rachlin, R., &
Zimmerman, M., Ph.D. Meeting the mental health needs of KDOA in-home Medicaid
customers: Peer support program statewide implementation. Lawrence, KS: University of
Kansas School of Social Welfare, OALTC.
Non-Reviewed/Refereed
Monographs
1. Leedahl, S. N., Landry, S., Koenig, T., & Chapin, R. K. (unpublished). How does
participation influence health outcomes and health care utilization? Case studies of peer
support program participants. In Qualitative Health Research.
Other Publications
1. Chapin, R. K., Ph.D, Baca, B., Leedahl, S., Rachlin, R., Wedel, X., & Zimmerman, M. [The
Service Use Index: A tool for examining rural/urban differences]. In The Service Use Index:
A tool for examining rural/urban differences Contemporary Rural Social Work.
Invited Presentations/Lectures
National
1. Chapin, R. K., Ph.D. Continuously involved with AARP National Policy Council presenting
ideas for health care, long term supports and services, policy, recommend AARP national
policy direction. AARP National Policy Council meets six or more times per year in
Washington, DC, Washington, DC.
2. Chapin, R. (2014, April 11). Social Work Research Focused on Medicaid Home and
Community Based Services (HCBS) services and Nursing Facility Discharge: Research
Findings from a Successful School of Social and State of Kansas Partnership to Address
HCBS Needs. CMS/Social Work LTSS Nationwide Teleconference, Nationwide
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Teleconference.
State
1. Chapin, R. K., Ph.D. (2015). Experience of Aging for People with Long-term Disabilities:
Opportunities to Further Research. KU Leadership In Research Symposium, KU Lawrence
Campus.
Presentations – Other Levels
1. Chapin, R. (2013). Continuously involved in work with state legislators and policy makers,
keynoting statewide forums, delivering testimony, preparing legislative briefs and
conducting long term care research.
2. Chapin, R. (2011). Promoting positive mental health: A peer support program for Medicaid
HCBS/FE waiver recipients. Annual Conference, Substance Abuse and Mental Health
Services Administration (SAMHSA), Kansas City, MO.
3. Graham, A., Chapin, R., & Landry, S. (2010). Promoting positive mental health: A peer
support program for Medicaid HCBS/FE waiver recipients. Annual Conference and
Tradeshow, National Association of Area Agencies on Aging, St. Louis, MO.
4. Chapin, R. (2009). Aging demographics and long-term care in Kansas. Long Term Care
Financing Solutions Forum, Dole Institute of Politics, University of Kansas, Lawrence, KS.
5. Chapin, R. (2009). Aging demographics and long-term care in Kansas. Opening speaker and
presenter, Long Term Care Financing Solutions Forum, Dole Institute of Politics, University
of Kansas, Lawrence, KS.
6. Chapin, R., & Reynolds, K. (2008). Hoarding in older adults. Life Span Institute Seminar,
University of Kansas, Lawrence, KS.
7. Chapin, R. (2008). Innovations in mental health on the plains. Panelist at the Aging on the
Plains Conference, Wichita State University, Wichita, KS.
8. Chapin, R. (2008, October). Invited testimony on implications of my long term care policy
research to the Joint Legislative Committee on Home and Community Based Services
Oversight.
9. Chapin, R. (2007). Hoarding and older adults. Research Matters, Kansas Public Radio,
Lawrence, KS. http://www.researchmatters.ku.edu/2007/october/hoarding.shtml.
10. Chapin, R. (2007). Mental health resources for older adults. Kansas Health Institute
Interview. http://www.khi.org/s/index.cfm?aid=698.
11. Chapin, R. (2007, September). Keynote address on Senior Services. Senior Fair, North
Central-Flint Hills Area Agency on Aging, Salina, KS.
12. Govert-Walter, J., Chapin, R., & McDaniel, B. (2007, May). Collaborative partnerships in
Oz: Leading the way in long term care along the Yellow Brick Road. Annual Kansas
Governor's Conference on Aging, Topeka, KS.
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13. Chapin, R. (2006). Tales from The White House Conference on Aging. Life Span Institute
Seminar, University of Kansas, Lawrence, KS.
14. Chapin, R. (2005). On Kansas health: A prescription for change. Featured Guest at the
White House Conference on Aging, National Public Radio, Lawrence, KS.
15. Chapin, R. (2004). Developing research to shape and improve assisted living. Invited
participant in a two-day agenda-setting Working Conference Convened by Rosalie Kane,
Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, Washington, DC.
16. Chapin, R., & Reynolds, K. (2003). Older adults and mental health: Perceived need,
awareness and accessibility to services. Governor's Conference on Aging.
17. Chapin, R. (2003, March 25). Securing Kansas' future: Next steps for community-based long
term care for older adults. Keynote Address at the Long Term Care Policy Forum, American
Association of Retired Persons. Paper was bound and available from AARP. Legislative
Brief utilized widely with key policy makers.
18. Chapin, R. (2001, September). The changing demographics of Kansas. Kansas Health Policy
Forum, The Aging of Kansas: Implications for the Future of Long-Term Care, Kansas Health
Institute, Topeka, KS.
19. Chapin, R. (1996). Community management of long term care. National Managed Care
Forum, Lawrence, KS.
20. Chapin, R. (1994). Health care reform update: Facets of change. Annual Conference,
Kansas Home Care Association.
21. Chapin, R. (1994). Kansas long term care system. INFA (Interagency Network for Aging),
Lawrence, KS.
22. Chapin, R. (1994). New legislators training on long-term care. Lawrence, KS.
23. Chapin, R. (1994). Reconceptualizing health care for the black family. Workshop Moderator
at the Second Midwest Regional Conference on Black Families and Children, Overland Park,
KS.
24. Chapin, R. (1994). The strengths model of case management in long term care. Social Work
Day, University of Kansas School of Social Welfare, Lawrence, KS.
25. Chapin, R. (1993). Long term care action committee recommendations. INFA Conference,
Lawrence, KS.
26. Chapin, R. (1993). Reforming long term care in Kansas. Kansas Home Health Association,
Lawrence, KS.
27. Chapin, R. (1992). Creating long term care options for elderly Kansans: An overview.
Keynote Address at the Fourth Annual Public Policy Conference, University of Kansas
School of Social Welfare, Lawrence, KS.
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28. Chapin, R. (1991). State targeted reimbursement initiatives: An overview. National Forum on
Targeted Reimbursement, University of Kansas, Lawrence, KS.
29. Chapin, R. (1990). Reimbursement Research. Expert Witness at Hearings, Minnesota
Department of Human Services.
30. Chapin, R., & Rotegard, L. (1989). Targeted reimbursement for services for people with
developmental disabilities. Minnesota Development Achievement Center (MNDACA)
Spring Conference, St. Paul, MN.
31. Chapin, R. (1988). Client centered reimbursement for persons with developmental
disabilities. Long Term Care Commission, Minnesota Legislature, MN.
32. Chapin, R., & Rotegard, L. (1987). Reimbursement for day training and habilitation services
based on case manager authorized staff to client ratios. Fall Conference, Minnesota
Developmental Achievement Center Association.
33. Chapin, R. (1987). Client centered reimbursement for the mentally retarded. Spring
Conference, Association of Residential Resources in Minnesota.
34. Chapin, R. (1984). Needs assessment of the elderly. Minnesota Gerontological Society
Conference.
Presentations/Lectures
Reviewed/Refereed
International
1. Chapin, R., & Nelson-Becker, H. (2006). Using the strengths perspective in
intergenerational collaboration. Roundtable presented at the 50TH Conference, International
Federation of Social Workers [IFSW], Munich, Germany.
2. Chapin, R. (1994). Developing a strengths model of case management for older adults: A
means to control costs and increase community-based tenure. 2nd International Conference
on Long Term Care Case Management, American Society on Aging, Toronto, Canada.
National
1. Wendel-Hummel, C., MA, Chapin, R., PhD, & Sellon, A., MSW. (2014, November 7).
Medicaid Customers: A Comparisons Across: Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly,
Home and Community Based Services, and Nursing Facilities. Gerontological Society of
America, Washington, DC.
2. Chapin, R., Landry, S., Leedahl, S., Nickerson, R., Rachlin, R., Hasche, L., Koenig, T. L., &
Sergeant, J. F. (2011). Evaluation of statewide implementation of the Reclaiming Joy Peer
Support Program for Medicaid HCBS/FE waiver recipients: Barriers and successful
strategies for sustainability. Gerontological Society of America Conference, Boston, MA.
3. Leedahl, S., Baca, B. A., Chapin, R., Hasche, L., Sergeant, J. F., & Rachlin, R. (2011).
Discharging nursing facility residents with mental health diagnoses to the community: Who
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leaves, who returns, and what is the role of social work. Society for Social Work Research,
Tampa, FL.
4. Chapin, R., Landry, S., Rachlin, R., Sergeant, J. F., Koenig, T. L., Hasche, L., & Nelson-
Becker, H. (2010). Promoting positive mental health: A pilot peer support program for
Medicaid HCBS/Frail Elderly waiver recipients. Gerontological Society of America
Conference, New Orleans, LA.
5. Chapin, R., Leedahl, S., Baca, B., Hasche, L., Townley, G., Rachlin, R., & Sergeant, J. F.
(2010). Successful discharge strategies for Medicaid nursing facility residents with mental
health needs. Gerontological Society of America Conference, New Orleans, LA.
6. Chapin, R. (2009). Translating research into state policy: Lessons learned from state
agency/university collaboration. Gerontological Society of America, Atlanta, GA.
7. Baca, B., Chapin, R., Ko, E., Hickey, A., Rachlin, R., & Zimmerman, M. (2008). Vulnerable
older adults and community services: What are the successful strategies to meet their needs?
Society for Social Work and Research, Washington, DC.
8. Chapin, R., & Reynolds, K. (2008). Hoarding and older adults: Findings from an
exploratory study. American Society on Aging, Washington, DC.
9. Chapin, R., Macmillan, K., Baca, B., & Rachlin, R. (2008, November). Fulfilling older
adults' wish to remain at home: The role of nursing facility pre-admission screening,
diversion, and Medicaid waivers. Annual Meeting, Gerontological Society of America,
National Harbor, MD.
10. Macmillan, K., Chapin, R., Baca, B., Rachlin, R., & Zimmerman, M. (2008, November).
Longitudinal five-year study of community tenure and service outcomes for applicants
diverted at the nursing home door. Gerontological Society of America Conference, National
Harbor, MD.
11. Sergeant, J., Chapin, R., Chandran, D., & Nickerson, R. (2008, November). Partnerships for
hospital discharge planning: Providing real choice for older adults in urban and rural
communities. Annual Meeting, Gerontological Society of America, National Harbor, MD.
12. Sergeant, J., Ekerdt, D., & Chapin, R. (2008, November). Reactive and proactive residential
decision processes: The roles of health, social supports, services, and environment. Annual
Meeting, Gerontological Society of America, National Harbor, MD.
13. Chapin, R., Higgins, D., Hickey, A., & Rachlin, R. (2007). Strategies for affordable assisted
living for low-income elders. Let's Rethink Aging, American Society on Aging/National
Council on Aging (ASA/NCOA) Joint Conference, Chicago, IL.
14. Chapin, R., Koenig, T. L., McKenzie, S., Landry, S., & Reynolds, K. (2007). Older adult
hoarders: Characteristics and intervention attempts by service providers. Gerontological
Society of America, San Francisco, CA.
15. Hickey, A. M., Baca, B., Chapin, R., Rachlin, R., Zimmerman, M., & Ko, E. (2007).
Strategies for increasing service utilization by low income and rurally isolated older adults.
Gerontological Society of America, San Francisco, CA.
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16. Higgins, D., Nelson-Becker, H., & Chapin, R. (2007). Partnership for productive aging: A
new design for field curricula. Gero-Ed Forum, Council on Social Work Education,
Charleston, SC.
17. Nelson-Becker, H., Chapin, R., Higgins, D., & Peterson, J. (2007). Building student leaders
in social work and aging: What students and field supervisors have to say and what
educators need to know. Gerontological Society of America, San Francisco, CA.
18. Sergeant, J., Ekerdt, D., & Chapin, R. (2007). Expectations to move and residential mobility
in older adults. Gerontological Society of America, San Francisco, CA.
19. Chapin, R., Baca, B., Rachlin, R., Wedel, X., Zimmerman, M., & Chandran, D. (2007,
November). Growing diversity: Challenges and opportunities on the Yellow Brick Road.
Gerontological Society of America, San Francisco, CA.
20. Govert-Walter, J., Chapin, R., & McDaniel, B. (2007, July). Collaborative partnerships in
Oz: Leading the way in long-term care along the Yellow Brick Road. Annual National
Conference, Association of Area Agencies on Aging, San Francisco, CA.
21. Chandran, D., Chapin, R., Zimmerman, M. K., Rachlin, R., & Macmillan, K. (2006). Long
term community tenure following nursing facility diversion: Service utilization and
implications for policy. Gerontological Society of America, Dallas, TX.
22. Chapin, R., Nelson-Becker, H., Gordon, T., Landry, S., Chandran, D., & Macmillan, K.
(2006). Sustaining the Hartford GeroRich Initiative: Evaluating continued effectiveness of a
multi-level intervention. Council on Social Work Education, Chicago, IL.
23. Chapin, R. (2005). From problems and pathologies to strengths: An essential shift.
Gerontological Society of America, Orlando, FL.
24. Gordon, T., Nelson-Becker, H., Chapin, R., & Landry, S. (2005). Impacting age-competency
in social work students: Findings of a Hartford GeroRich Project. Council on Social Work
Education, New York, NY.
25. Macmillan, K., & Chapin, R. (2005). Outcomes for low-income older adults at risk of
nursing facility admission: Community tenure status, Home and Community-Based Services,
hospice and residential facility use patterns. Organized Symposium, Gerontological Society
of America, Orlando, FL.
26. Macmillan, K., Chapin, R., Rachlin, R., & Zimmerman, M. (2005). Length of community
tenure following application for nursing facility placement: A prospective study. Society for
Social Work and Research, Miami, FL.
27. Macmillan, K., Chapin, R., Rachlin, R., Zimmerman, M., & Baca, B. (2005). Community
tenure of older adults 36 months after nursing facility diversion: Challenging assumptions
with facts. Gerontological Society of America, Orlando, FL.
28. Reynolds, K., Chapin, R., Rachlin, R., Lopez, A., & Roberts, C. (2005). Do older adults
access community mental health centers? Paper presented as part of symposium, Aging and
Changes in Mental Health, Gerontological Society of America, Orlando, FL.
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29. Cummings, S., & Chapin, R. (2004). Assisted living facilities' response to residents' mental
health needs: A study in two states. Gerontological Society of America, Washington, DC.
30. Macmillan, K., Chapin, R., Zimmerman, M., Rachlin, R., & Reed, C. (2004). What
influences functionally similar older adults to remain in the community versus enter a
nursing facility. Poster presented at the Annual Meeting, Gerontological Society of America,
Washington, DC.
31. Chapin, R., Nelson-Becker, H., Gordon, T., Terrebonne, S., & Chapin, B. (2004, February).
Teaching aging: Strategies for maximizing use of web-based resources. Paper presentation at
the Second NGSW Conference in Conjunction with 50th Annual Council on Social Work
Education APM, National Gerontological Social Work, Anaheim, CA.
32. Reed, C., Macmillan, K., & Chapin, R. (2004, January). Informal caregiving networks and
adaptive strategies: Determinants of community tenure following application to nursing
facility placement, a qualitative study. Poster Presented at the Annual Meeting, Society for
Social Work and Research, New Orleans, LA.
33. Chapin, R., Nelson-Becker, H., & Gordon, T. (2003). The Kansas GeroRich Project: Multi-
level strategies and challenges. Gerontological Society of America, San Diego, CA.
34. Chapin, R., Reed, C., Dobbs, D., & Hickey, A. (2003). Risk and protective factors related to
depression: A framework for understanding the mental health needs of elders in assisted
living. Paper presented at the symposium: Intervention Development for Geriatric
Depression in Community and Long-Term Settings, Society for Social Work and Research
Seventh Annual Conference, Washington, DC.
35. Chapin, R., Zimmerman, M., Macmillan, K., Rachlin, R., & Reed, C. (2003). Longitudinal
research policy implications: Comparison of community dwelling older adults' long term
care needs to permanent nursing facility residents. Paper Presented at Symposium,
Gerontological Society of America, San Diego, CA.
36. Chapin, R. (2003). Relationship in a new age. Council on Social Work Education, Atlanta,
GA.
37. Macmillan, K., & Chapin, R. (2003). Home and community-based services: Effectiveness
and rural/urban service use patterns. Paper Presented at Symposium, Gerontological Society
of America, San Diego, CA.
38. Macmillan, K., Hayes, J., Chapin, R., Rachlin, R., & Zimmerman, M. (2003). Community
tenure of older adults: The role and cost effectiveness of community-based services in lieu of
permanent NF admission. Gerontological Society of America, San Diego, CA.
39. Chapin, R., & Dobbs, D. (2002). Mental Health Issues in Assisted Living. Organized and
presented the Symposium, Gerontological Society of America, Boston, MA.
40. Chapin, R., Dobbs, D., Hayes, J., & Katz, B. (2002). Meeting the mental health needs of
elders in assisted living and residential health care facilities: Community and facility factors.
A paper presented as part of the Symposium, Mental Health Issues in Assisted Living,
Gerontological Society of America, Boston, MA.
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41. Dobbs, D., Hayes, J., Chapin, R., & Nelson-Becker, H. (2002). Policy recommendations for
mental health practices in assisted living: Results from a statewide focus group. A paper
presented as part of the Symposium, Mental Health Issues in Assisted Living, Gerontological
Society of America, Boston, MA.
42. Dobbs, D., Hayes, J., Chapin, R., & Nelson-Becker, H. (2002). Policy recommendations for
mental health practices in assisted living: Results from a statewide focus group.
Gerontological Society of America, Boston, MA.
43. Hayes, J., Macmillan, K., Chapin, R., Rachlin, R., & Zimmerman, M. (2002). A longitudinal
study of customers diverted from nursing facility admission. A paper presented as part of the
Symposium, Mental Health Issues in Assisted Living, Gerontological Society of America,
Boston, MA.
44. Reed, C., Chapin, R., Dobbs, D., & Hickey, A. (2002). Issues of access to community mental
health services for residents in assisted living: Elders' stories of mental health needs and
service system interactions. A paper presented as part of the Symposium, Mental Health
Issues in Assisted Living, Gerontological Society of America, Boston, MA.
45. Hayes, J., Macmillan, K., Chapin, R., Rachlin, R., & Zimmerman, M. (2002, November). A
longitudinal study of customers diverted from nursing facility admission. Gerontological
Society of America, Boston, MA.
46. Chapin, R., Nakashima, M., & Macmillan, K. (2002, January). Decision making in long term
care: Analysis of older adults who maintained community residence after nursing facility
admission screening. Society for Social Work and Research, San Diego, CA.
47. Chapin, R., & Dobbs-Kepper, D. (2001). Assisted living and residential health care
facilities: What do they offer older adults? Kansas Governor's Conference on Aging, Topeka,
KS.
48. Chapin, R., & Rachlin, R. (2001). Report on the focus on aging at Kansas State University
and The University of Kansas. Kansas Governor's Conference on Aging, Topeka, KS.
49. Dobbs-Kepper, D., & Chapin, R. (2001). Examining the capacity for older adults to age in
place in assisted living. Annual Meeting, American Sociological Association, Anaheim, CA.
50. Chapin, R., & Dobbs-Kepper, D. (2001, November). Examination of residents' capacity to
age in place: Individual and facility characteristics. Part of symposium entitled Issues
Related to Aging in Place in Assisted Living, Gerontological Society of America, Chicago,
IL.
51. Nakashima, M., Chapin, R., Macmillan, K., Rachlin, R., & Zimmerman, M. (2001,
November). Maintaining community residence after nursing facility admission screening:
Analysis of the decision-making process for frail older adults. Poster session presented at the
Annual Meeting, Gerontological Society of America, Chicago, IL.
52. Chapin, R., & Dobbs-Kepper, D. (2000). Assisted living policies and practices: Implications
for aging in place. Paper presented as part of symposium entitled, Policies and Practices in
Assisted Living, Gerontological Society of America, Washington, DC.
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53. Chapin, R., & Moore, J. (2000). Preparing for the elder boom in Kansas. Paper presented as
part of symposium entitled, Aging Research and Public Policy: Lessons Learned From State
Initiatives, Gerontological Society of America, Washington, DC.
54. Chapin, R. (2000). Preparing students for practice in the 21st century: Lessons from the
past. Council on Social Work Education, New York, NY.
55. Macmillan, K., Chapin, R., Rachlin, R., Moore, J., Nakashima, M., & Zimmerman, M.
(2000). Comparison analysis of diverted and non-diverted nursing facility applicants.
Gerontological Society of America, Washington, DC.
56. Chapin, R., Dobbs, D., Rachlin, R., & Moore, J. (1999). Assisted living: Aging in place.
Gerontological Society of America, San Francisco, CA.
57. Chapin, R., Macmillan, K., & Rachlin, R. (1999). Expediting in-home services to frail elders.
Gerontological Society of America, San Francisco, CA.
58. Chapin, R. (1999). The strengths perspective: A conceptual tool for restructuring social
policy courses. Council on Social Work Education, San Francisco, CA.
59. Chapin, R. (1998). Planning for the elder boom: Lessons from the past. Gerontological
Society of America, Philadelphia, PA.
60. Chapin, R. (1998). Social policy: The strengths perspective. The Policy Conference,
Charleston, SC.
61. Macmillan, K., Chapin, R., & Rachlin, R. (1998). Expedited service delivery: Increasing
access to home and community based services for poor older adults. Gerontological Society
of America, Philadelphia, PA.
62. Chapin, R. (1996). Going home: Community re-entry of light care nursing facility residents.
Gerontological Society of America, Washington, DC.
63. Chapin, R. (1995). Predictors of community reentry for old-old (85+) nursing facility
residents. Gerontological Society of America, Los Angeles, CA.
64. Chapin, R. (1992). Minimizing no care zones: Selected state strategies. Gerontological
Society of America, Washington, DC.
65. Chapin, R., & Rotegard, L. (1990). Targeted reimbursement of ICF/MRS based on client
resource use. Annual Conference, American Association of Mental Retardation, Atlanta, GA.
66. Chapin, R. (1990). Incentive payments to nursing homes based on quality of care.
Gerontological Society of America, Boston, MA.
67. Chapin, R. (1984). Needs assessment of the elderly: Focus on utilization. Gerontological
Society of America, San Antonio, TX.
Non-Reviewed/Refereed
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International
1. Sellon, A., Chapin, R., & Johnson, T. (2015, July 02). Increasing Opportunities for Older
Adults to Engage in Volunteerism: A Focus on Strengths. British Society of Gerontology,
Newcastle upon Tyne, UK.
National
1. Chapin, R. K., PhD, Wendel-Hummell, C., Sellon, A. M., Kang, H., Lassman, H., Holmes,
C., & Swartzendruber, L. (2016, November 20). Charting a Research Agenda to Expand
Options for People Aging With Early Onset Disabilities. Annual Conference of the
Gerontological Society of America, New Orleans, Louisiana.
2. Chapin, R. K., Ph.D., Wendel-Hummell, C. L., Sellon, A., Kim, H. J., Kang, H., Holmes, C.
J., Nary, D., & Hodgesmith, M. J. (2015, November 21). Medicaid Eligibility for Long Term
Services and Supports: Adapting and Testing a Universal Assessment. Poster presented at the
annual conference of the Gerontological Society of America, Orlando, FL.
Presentations – Other Levels
1. Wendel, C., Landry, S., Leedahl, S., & Chapin, R., Ph.D. (2013). Healthcare Utilization
Outcomes for Medicaid Customers: A Comparison of the Program of All-Inclusive Care for
the Elderly, Home and Community Based Services, and Nursing Facilities. Gerontological
Society of America, New Orleans, LA.
2. Leedahl, S. N., & Chapin, R. K., Ph.D. (2012, November). Productive social engagement in
nursing homes: Volunteering and providing support. 2012 Annual Scientific Meeting of the
Gerontological Society of America, San Diego, CA.
3. Chapin, R. K., Ph.D., Landry, S. T., Leedahl, S. N., Nickerson, R. L., Rachlin, R., Hasche,
L., Koenig, T., & Sergeant, J. F. (2011, November 21). Evaluation of statewide
implementation of the Reclaiming Joy Peer Support Program for Medicaid HCBS/FE waiver
recipients: Barriers & successful strategies for sustainability. 2011 Annual Scientific
Meeting of the Gerontological Society of America, Boston, MA.
4. Leedahl, S., Baca, B. A., Chapin, R. D., Hasche, L., Sergeant, J. F., & Rachlin, R. (2011,
January 15). Discharging nursing facility residents with mental health diagnoses to the
community: Who leaves, who returns, and what is the role of social work. 2011 Society for
Social Work Research Conference, Tampa, FL.
Honors/Awards/Honor Societies
Individual Honor/Award
National Association of Social Work (NASW) Pioneer, NASW. (June 2016 - Present)
Recognition of her pioneering scholarship and policy advocacy work, particularly in the
areas of conceptual development of Strength Perspective with older adults and Medicaid
LTSS research. This is a permanent recognition.
Selected for AARP National Policy Council, AARP. (2014 - Present)
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Selected to review national health and long term supports and services, policy, meet with
national policy makers and experts, recommend AARP national policy direction
Pioneer in Influencing State Policy, National social work organization, Influencing Social Policy.
(2016)
Awarded designation of Pioneer in Influencing State Policy, by national social work
organization, Influencing Social Policy.
Career Achievement Award, Association of Gerontology Education in Social Work (AGESW).
(2015)
Career Achievement Award from the Association of Gerontology Education in Social Work
(AGESW) for outstanding leadership in social work education
Statland Award for Excellence in Research and Scholarship, University of Kansas. (2014)
AARP Visiting Scholar for International Affairs. (2011)
Caring Award for State Policy Reform. (2011)
Steeples Service to Kansas Award. (2010)
Wonderful Woman Award from Older Women's League. (2010)
Women of Distinction Award for Research and Scholarship, University of Kansas. (2009)
Statland Award for Excellence in Research and Scholarship. (2008)
National Mentor, Council on Social Work Education/Hartford Gero-Ed Grant. (2005 - 2008)
Delegate by Congressional Appointment, 2005 White House Conference on Aging. (2005)
First Hartford NIA Institute on Aging and Social Work Awardee, the National Institute on
Aging, the Hartford Foundation, and the Office of Behavioral and Social Sciences. (2005)
Competitively selected
Rose Dobrof Award. (2005)
Best Article in the Journal of Gerontological Social Work
Gerontological Fellow, Gerontological Society of America. (2002)
Statland Award for Excellence in Research and Scholarship. (2002)
Gene A. and Gretchen Budig Award for Excellence in Teaching. (2001)
Excellence in Teaching Award at the Doctoral Level. (1999)
Chancellor's Teaching Award. (1995)
Teaching Interests (Statement)
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I teach social policy and have also written the text, Social Policy for Effective Practice: A Strengths
Approach, and this text is used nationally. I also work with doctoral students in aging and do
teaching and research in aging and long term care.
Teaching Key Words
Social policy, health policy, strengths, long term care policy, home and community based service,
aging, long term disability, long term supports and services, strengths, volunteerism
Dissertation/Thesis Supervision
University of Kansas
Dissertation Committee Member
Rebecca Gilham, Social Welfare Fall 2011 - Present
Skye Leedahl, Ph.D, "Older Adults in Nursing Homes: Assessing Relationships Between
Multiple Constructs of Social Integration, Facility Characteristics, and Health
Maren Turner, PhD in Applied Behavioral Science December 9, 2014
Dissertation Defense Committee Chair
Beth Baca, Social Welfare Spring 2012 - Present
Dissertation Defense Committee Member
Gerald McCannon, Sociology Spring 2012 - Present
Doctoral and Masters Committees Chair and/or Member
I was instrumental in seven former students receiving prestigious Hartford awards and
significant financial support for their research. I mentored faculty and students who
became Hartford Faculty Scholars, Dissertation Fellows, and Pre-dissertation fellows
I have successfully secured grant funding for many graduate students (estimate 20-25)
that has made it possible for them to pursue graduate education
Graduate Research Assistant
Heather Lassmann 2015 - Present
Hyun Kang 2014 - Present
Alicia Sellon 2011 - Present
Ph.D. Qualifying Committee Chair
Hye Kim, Qualifying Paper 2013 - September 16, 2015
Research Supervisor
Alicia Sellon, Social Welfare August 2011 - Present
KU Courses Taught
Fall 2014
SW 982-21356, Social Welfare Policy
Summary List of Courses Taught
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University of Kansas
M.S.W.
SW 720 Social Policy and Program Analysis
SW 832 Aging and Social Work
Ph.D.
SW 982 Social Policy Analysis
Professional Service
International
Other Professional Service
Member
Research, Education, and Practice Committee, Washington, DC, USA. (November 2013 -
October 2015)
Service-Other Levels
Advisory Boards and Committees
Board Member
State Advisory Board-Kansas Aging and Disability Resource Center (2006 - 2011)
Committee Member
Steering Committee of Douglas County Coalition on Aging (2008 - Present)
Awards Committee, AGE- Social Work (2000 - 2011)
Served as member of several state advisory committees to help restructure the state long term
care system. (1990 - 2010)
Care Enhancement State Level Committee Focused on long term care systems change. (2005
- 2006)
Served on the state case mix reimbursement committee to restructure nursing facility
reimbursement. (1995)
Long Term Care Action Committee Appointed to state level inter-agency policy committee.
(1992 - 1995)
Medicaid Case Mix Advisory Committee - Kansas Social and Rehabilitation Service (1992 -
1994)
Editorial Responsibilities
Editorial Review Board Member
Journal of Gerontological Social Work (2008 - 2017)
Journal of Women and Aging (1995 - 2014)
Other Professional Service
Co-Chair
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Economic Development Committee - Long Term Care State appointed committee. (1994)
Coordinator
Coordinated community living component of Elder Count Task Force funded by Milbank
Foundation and Kansas Health Foundation. (2000 - 2002)
Delegate
White House Conference on Aging (Congressional Appointment). (2005)
Developer
Developed projections and implication for Kansas 2030 long term care component of Kansas
Futures Project. (2008)
Developed a fact book entitled "Long Term Care for the Elderly." This document provides
information on elderly Kansans, services, financing, and major issues facing the state.
This is an educational tool for use with legislators, citizens, and advocacy groups. (1989 -
1992)
Developed, moderated, and made presentations - National Forum on Targeted
Reimbursement. (1991)
Expert witness
Minnesota Department of Human Services Testified on reimbursement research at hearings.
(1989 - 1991)
Keynote Speaker
AARP Long Term Care Policy Forum (2003)
Member
Editorial Board Journal of Gerontological Social Work (January 2005 - December 2018)
AARP National Policy Council (April 2014 - June 2016)
Research Education and Practice Committee Gerontological Society of America (September
2012 - December 2015)
Mentor
National Hartford Gerontological doctoral student fellowship award recipient. (2004 - 2005)
National Hartford Two of seven gerontological doctoral student fellowship award recipients.
(2001 - 2002)
Researcher
Did research for the state to develop general client-based system outcomes to determine
progress in instituting community based care; to provide statewide profiles of assisted
living facilities and residents, and to examine factors related to diversion and community
tenure for nursing facility applicants. (1990 - 2014)
Reviewer
The Gerontologist (2005 - 2016)
Columbia University Press Prepublication reviewer for Longman Publishers. (2012)
Speaker
Long Term Care Forum, Kansas Health Institute (2001)
Task Force Member
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Lawrence/Douglas County Retiree Attraction Task Force (2011 - 2012)
Elder Count Task Force (2000 - 2001)
Realignment Executive Task Force State level group to restructure public long term care.
(1995 - 1997)
University Service
University of Kansas
Affiliate Faculty
Gerontology Center, University of Kansas Center on Aging (1990 - Present)
Geriatric Education Center, University of Kansas Center on Aging (2000 - 2004)
Committee Member
Gerontology Colloquium Offerings Planning Committees (2006 - 2013)
Gerontology Colloquium: Tales from the White House Conference on Aging (2006)
Gerontology Center Search Committee (1990 - 1991)
Guest Speaker
KU Gerontology Center Campus-Wide Gerontology Seminar. 2001, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007,
2008,. (2014 - 2015)
KU Center on Aging Interdisciplinary Seminars (2000)
Member
Baby Boom Think Tank. Helped to plan for intergenerational community at KU.. (2012 -
2014)
Retirement Outreach Task Force. Helped KU develop policy and program for retirement
outreach.. (September 2013 - June 2014)
Center on Aging Internal Advisory Board (1999 - 2004)
Gerontology Center Advisory Board to Develop Gerontology Certificate (1994 - 1997)
Gerontology Center Advisory Board (1990 - 1993)
School Service
University of Kansas
Committee Chair
Faculty Executive Committee (August 2014 - May 2015)
Faculty Executive Committee (August 2013 - June 2014)
School of Social Welfare, Faculty Executive Committee (2004 - 2006)
School of Social Welfare, Policy/Practice Curriculum Area Group (2000 - 2004)
School of Social Welfare, M.S.W. Policy Committee (1991 - 1997)
Committee Member
School of Social Welfare, Faculty Executive Committee. (1995 - 1997)(2004 -2009). (2011 -
2015)
School of Social Welfare, Doctoral Committee (1996 - 2005)
School of Social Welfare, Doctoral Fellowships and Awards Committee (2000 - 2004)
School of Social Welfare, Promotion Retention and Tenure Committee (2000 - 2003)
School of Social Welfare, Substantive Committee (1993 - 1999)
School of Social Welfare, Search Committee (1993 - 1997)
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School of Social Welfare, M.S.W. Committee (1991 - 1997)
School of Social Welfare, Admissions Committee (1993 - 1996)
External or International Connections and Collaborations
Appointed to AARP National Policy Council
AARP NPC, Washington, DC, USA. The AARP National Policy Council (NPC) is a 25-
member, all-volunteer policy analysis and advisory body to AARP’s board of directors.
(April 15, 2014 - Present)
Engaged Scholarship Project
AARP, Washington, DC, USA. Visiting Scholar for International Affairs (2011 - 2013)
Funding
Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services, Formerly KDOA, Topeka, KS, USA.
(1998 - Present)
Lawrence Memorial Hospital, Lawrence, KS, USA. Peer Support Wellness for Older Adults to
avoid re-hospitalization (2013)
Other
Public Service
National
AARP National Policy Council, Member, Develop national policy recommendations for AARP in
the areas of health and long term supports and services.. , DC, USA. (June 2014 - June 2016)
Service-Other Levels
Douglas County Coalition on Aging, Member, One of the founding members of an organization that
brings together university and community providers of aging services.. , KS, USA. (2009 - 2020)
Service Interests (Statement)
Active in local, state and national professional organizations, and currently serves on the AARP
National Policy Council.
Service Publications
Civic
Chapin, R. (1992). Long Term Care for the Elderly.
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This document provides information on elderly Kansans, services, financing, and major
issues facing the state. This is an educational tool for use with legislators, citizens, and
advocacy groups
Professional Memberships
AGE – Social Work
Assisted Living Research Interest Group
Council on Social Work Education
Gerontological Society Fellow
Gerontological Society of America
Influencing State Policy
AARP National Policy Council (AARP NPC), (2014 - Present)
The NPC is charged with leading efforts to integrate member and public opinion with careful
study of policies, and making policy recommendations to AARP's Board of Directors. NPC
members serve on one of three policy committees: Consumer and Livable Communities; Health
and Long-Term Services and Supports; or Economic, Employment and Low-Income Issues.
Service Presentations
National
Educational
Chapin, R. (2014, November). Opportunities in Gerontology. Gerontology Pro Seminar, KU.
(Invited)
Service-Other Levels
Civic
Chapin, R. (2003, March). Restructuring Long Term Care for Elderly Kansans: Service Options
and Fiscal Choices. National leaders, SRS, KDOA, KDH&E policy officials, university
faculty, interest groups, and legislators were brought together in the day long program. A
monograph of the proceedings has been disseminated, Fourth Annual Public Policy
Conference. (Invited)
Chapin, R. (1995). At the request of the Secretary on Aging, did an in-person briefing of
Governor on long term care issues.
Educational
Chapin, R. K., PhD. Implementing Kansas’s Universal Assessment in a Managed Long-Term
Services and Supports Environment. 21st IAGG World Congress of Gerontology and
Geriatrics, San Francisco, California.
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Kang, H., Chapin, R., PhD, & Kim, I. s. (2017, July). Social Support, Stress and Life Satisfaction
among Retired Older Adults in South Korea. 21st IAGG World Congress of Gerontology
and Geriatrics, San Francisco, California.
Chapin, R. K., PhD, Wendel-Hummell, C., Sellon, A. M., Kang, H., Lassman, H., Holmes, C., &
Swartzendrube, L. (2016). Charting a Research Agenda to Expand Options for People Aging
With Early Onset Disabilities. Annual conference of the Gerontological Society of America,
New Orleans, Louisiana.
Other Activity
National Service Organizations
Gerontological Society of America, Represents the School of Social Welfare, mentoring, and
research networking in subgroups within GSA. (1990 - Present)
Represent KU and Kansas in GSA organizations
GSA: National Research Education, Practice (REP), Serve as member and adviser for the
National Research Education, Practice (REP) organization (2013 - 2015)
SOCIAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC POLICY (SRPP), Review, advise, mentor and provide
leadership on various aging and disability research topics, and public policy considerations
(1990 - Present)
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