Webinar: Cyber Security ~ Keyboard Clicks, Cyber Tricks and Scams! Wed. March 2nd, 12:30 - 1:30 p.m. (Pacific)

Webinar: Cyber Security ~ Keyboard Clicks, Cyber Tricks and Scams! Most organizations hold the IT department responsible for educating the non-technical staff. This typically results in...
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Fall LTC COVID-19 Immunization Champion Awards

Congratulations to the following communities for their participation in the Fall LTC COVID-19 Immunization Champion Awards!  The Long-Term Care COVID-19 Immunization Champion Award program recognizes long term...
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LeadingAge Co-Signs Letter to the White House on Staff Agency Price Gouging

On January 25, 2022, LeadingAge along with several national long-term care and health care organizations, sent a coalition letter to the White House COVID-19 Response...
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CDC Has Updated the Terminology of Vaccinated and Boosted to “Up to Date” with All Recommended COVID-19 Vaccine Doses

Interim Guidance for Managing Healthcare Personnel with SARS-CoV-2 Infection or Exposure to SARS-CoV-2 Updated Jan. 21, 2022 Due to concerns about increased transmissibility of the...
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Members of Congress Also Call on the White House to Address Nurse Staffing Agencies Price Gouging

On January 25, 2022, Reps. Peter Welch (D-VT) and Rep. Morgan Griffith (R-VA) led 195 bipartisan members of Congress in a letter to White House...
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Improved Purchasing Power Through Premier - JOIN Today!

We are excited to announce, effective May 1st,  Premier is LeadingAge Washington’s preferred Group Purchasing Partner. Premier is a leading force in healthcare supply chain and...
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Extension to Emergency Rule Filing - LTC Worker Training

The department filed an extension to the emergency rule today as long-term care workers are required to complete certain training requirements within specific deadlines. This...
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OSHA Withdraws Vaccination and Testing Emergency Temporary Standard

In light of the recent U.S. Supreme Court decision enjoining the enforcement of the OSHA Vaccination and Testing Emergency Temporary Standard (ETS), OSHA has officially withdrawn the...
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DOH Testing Supplies

The WA DOH Testing Team has provided an update on current challenges with procuring and distributing testing supplies, and steps they are taking to improve...
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CMS to Increase Test Kit Allocation to Nursing Homes  

After ongoing conversations with HHS, LeadingAge National has learned that CMS is planning to send additional antigen test kits to nursing homes. We understand that...
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Public Health Seattle King County Recommended Staff Testing

Public Health Seattle King County is asking LTCF to continue with increased testing, as supplies allow, through February 18th. Increasing staff testing will identify COVID-19...
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LeadingAge Letter to CMS Administrator Brooks-LaSure Seeking Delay in Posting of Nursing Home Staffing Data

LeadingAge National has sent a letter to CMS advocating for the delay the posting of data on nursing home staffing and the implementation of staffing...
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Vaccination Expectations Released for Surveyors Performing Federal Oversight

CMS issued QSO-22-10-ALL outlining its expectations regarding vaccination of surveyors.. Surveyors performing federal oversight, including state survey agencies (SSAs) and accrediting organizations (AOs), are expected...
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Learning HUB Webinar: Reporting on Nursing Home Infection Control Provider Relief Funds February 2nd, 10:00 a.m. Pacific

Come hear from the source about reporting on Nursing Home Infection Control (NHIC) payments for reporting period 2. HRSA Provider Relief Bureau staff will walk...
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Assisted Living Certified Leadership & Management In-Person Training (4 Days) * Feb. 16, 23, March 2, and 9th (Wednesdays) FULL

Assisted Living Certified Leadership & Management Training  Location: Wesley Des Moines (near Sea-Tac)  Time: 8:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m. Dates: Feb. 16, 23, March 2, and 9th (Wednesdays)...
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Behavioral Health in LTC: Todays Focus and Increasing Need - 4 part Virtual Series * Jan. 25th, Feb. 1, 8 and 15 (Tuesdays)

Dates:  January 25th –  February 1, 8 and 15, 2022 – Tuesday’s  Time: 10:00 – 11:30 a.m.  *   6 CEs Register here The Centers for...
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Pandemic Burnout: Staying Sane in Unpredictable Times February 9th * 11:00 a.m. Pacific

These are unprecedented times!  Let’s talk about what it takes to keep it together when you feel like everything is falling apart. Presentation will share...
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Webinar: Caring for the Caregiver February 9th * 1:00 p.m. or 6:00 p.m.

The COVID pandemic has created a lot of challenges for our caregivers. Many are exhausted, distraught, overwhelmed, and burned out. Treat yourself as a caregiver...
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LeadingAge Learning HUB: Workforce, Governance, and Public Messaging Resources

Expert-Led Education at Your Fingertips The LeadingAge national Learning Hub offers a mix of learning opportunities across a wide range of topics to give aging...
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The Stability Zone by DRIVE! (6) Online Training Modules For Your Schedule: Are You At Your Breaking Point?

Are You At Your Breaking Point?  Consider The Stability Zone.... The Stability Zone is a go-at-your-own-pace, online program that is brimming with my very best...
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