(KNZA)--Special recognition for a local adult care facility.  

Maple Heights Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, in Hiawatha, received the recognition from Kansas Adult Care Executives, a professional organization consisting of administrators and executives in long-term care.  

According to a letter dated December 20, and addressed to Maple Heights Administrator Denise Wolney, the organization is extending congratulations for success shown during a recent survey of the facility.  

The letter, signed by KACE Chair David Haase states that the organization works "to identify and honor those individuals who strive for excellence in long term care," noting that Wolney is one such individual, and should be commended, along with her staff, and the facility overall.  

The letter says that Maple Heights achieved "great success" during the most recent survey, which utilizes a set of criteria in scoring the overall excellence of long term care facilities.