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October 26, 2022
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WA Cares Fund Projected To Be Solvent Over Long Term Based on New Analysis
WA Cares Fund, Washington state’s long-term care program for workers, is projected to be fully funded through June 30, 2098, according to a new study...Read More
Puget Sound APIC Conference: Friday, October 28th
The Puget Sound APIC conference is coming up on Friday the 28th of October. If you have not registered as a strategic partner, please sign...Read More
Older Adults in Florida Need Our Help
Older Adults in Florida Need Our Help. Hurricane Ian continues to cause damage, severe flooding, and critical situations for LeadingAge member communities as it blows...Read More
BOMI Facility Management Training - Hold Your Spot!
Whether you’re an organization or an individual, BOMI’s world-renowned professional educational programs make perfect business sense. Our industry-standard designations ensure that property...Read More
Epidemic Preparedness and Response Guidelines for Long-Term Care Facilities - PDF and Webinar Recording
The Department of Health (DOH) and the Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) developed these preparedness guidelines for certified and licensed long-term care (LTC)...Read More
CMS Updates Long Term Care Survey Protocols (LTCSP)
CMS has updated the Long-Term Care Survey Protocols, including the CMS 802, and Survey Resources folder, including the Infection Control Survey Pathway. Please Note: Even...Read More
HUD Opens 2023 Service Coordinator Grant Renewals with Two Funding Rounds
HUD has opened the renewal application period for Calendar Year 2023 Service Coordinator grants. The deadline to submit renewal applications is November 15th, and HUD...Read More
IRS Employee Retention Credit (ERC) FAQs
Following the LeadingAge webinar on the IRS Employee Retention Credit, responses were gathered from frequent member questions. These FAQs have been written for LeadingAge by Christopher...Read More
Summary of NLRB and Wage and Hour Proposals
BY Jonathan Lips - LeadingAge Proposed rules from two federal agencies would affect employment standards for all industries, including aging services. Two federal agencies are...Read More
S&C: 17-15-LSC: Use of the Fire Safety Evaluation System, National Fire Protection Association 101A, Guide on Alternative Approaches to Life Safety, 2013 Edition by Health Care Occupancies and Board and Care Occupancies
The purpose of this memorandum is to notify the State Agencies (SA) and other stakeholders that CMS will be using NFPA 101A, Guide on Alternative...Read More
QSO-23-01-NH: Revisions to Special Focus Facility (SFF) Program
Sections 1819(f)(8) and 1919(f)(10) of the Social Security Act require CMS to conduct a Special Focus Facility (SFF) program which focuses on nursing homes that...Read More
NHSN Reporting - Every 4th Wednesday 11:00 a.m.
NHSN Open Office Hours Join Comagine Health every fourth Wednesday at 11:00 a.m. Pacific for a half-hour open conversation and technical assistance on NHSN reporting....Read More
Nursing Homes Special Focus Facility Program Updates
CMS released program policy revisions on Special Focus Facilities on October 21. While the revisions do not expand the number of nursing homes served in...Read More
PRF October Deadlines for Returning Funds and Late Reporting
There are two key Provider Relief Fund (PRF) deadlines that providers should be aware of related to Reporting Period 3(RP3). October 30 Deadline to Return...Read More
Adult Day Network & HCBS Meeting with Guest Speaker from the White House - Thursday, Oct. 27th, 10:00 a.m.
The Adult Day and HCBS network is meeting on Thursday, October 27 at 10:00 AM PT (1:00 PM ET) Dr. Thomas Tsai from the White...Read More
CMS Releases More Resources on Medicaid Unwinding
CMS released additional resources on the Medicaid unwinding that will occur at the end of the PHE. An FAQ can be found here and a...Read More
Emergency Preparedness Plan Checklist
Comagine Health This checklist is designed to allow long-term care facilities perform a self-assessment for their readiness in the CMS Emergency Preparedness Program. It is...Read More
Nurse License Fees Increase December 1, 2022
Starting December 1, 2022, nurse license application and renewal fees will increase. LPN fees will increase $5 RN fees will increase $15 ARNP fees will...Read More
Washington Paid Family & Medical Leave
Resources for Employers Paid Family & Medical Leave benefits are an increasingly vital source of support for Washington workers. To keep pace with more people...Read More
Department of Health LTC COVID-19 Webinars Ending
After much thought and discussion, the Department of Health (DOH) has decided to end the weekly Long-Term Care (LTC) calls starting January 2023. DOH is...Read More
Emergency Preparedness Tags
Comagine Health This document provides a list of possible citations a facility could acquire for noncompliance in its visitors policy, cohorting plan and emergency preparedness...Read More
National Preparedness Month 2022: ASPR TRACIE Resources
In honor of National Preparedness Month, we would like to share the following ASPR TRACIE resources with our stakeholders: Natural Disasters Topic Collection (be sure...Read More
Invitation to Participate in Upcoming Plan of Care Session (ALF) November 18th, 1:00 p.m.
Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) is reviewing their referral and care planning process and seeking input. It is important that providers have the...Read More
Webinar: Infection Prevention and Control: Incorporating Lessons Learned in Managing Special Pathogens, Nov. 7th 11:00 a.m.
After nearly three years responding to the COVID-19 pandemic, hospitals and other healthcare facilities have learned many lessons about the management of special pathogens and...Read More
Caregiver Certification Online Series NOW Available * Four Learning Plans to Choose From! Available 24/7!
LeadingAge Washington has partnered with Home Care Pulse to bring online training to your employees across the continuum of care at an affordable cost. Give your...Read More
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...Read More