June 4, 2025

WHCA/WiCAL Congratulates Wisconsin’s 20 Bronze Quality Award Winners for 2025!

Sponsored by our national partner, American Health Care Association/National Center for Assisted Living (AHCA/NCAL), the National Quality Awards Program is a progressive, quality improvement program that is based on the Baldridge Criteria for Performance Excellence. Participants begin their excellence journey at the Bronze level and are then eligible to progress to Silver and Gold levels. For 2025, Wisconsin has 20 Bronze Award recipients.
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Don’t Miss Out – Discounted Registration for the 2025 AHCA/NCAL Convention Ends June 17!

Take advantage of early registration rates for the AHCA/NCAL Convention & Expo, the nation’s premier event for long term and post-acute care. Register now to save and secure your spot before prices go up after June 17! Register here!
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For your consideration: Participation in annual LTC staff compensation survey

Understanding current compensation trends is vital in today’s competitive workforce environment. WHCA/WiCAL is proud to once again partner with LeadingAge Wisconsin and WALA to support this important staff compensation survey.
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Ensuring IDDSI implementation success! Two education and training opportunities for your consideration

With increased surveyor attention on modified textured diets, now is the time to ensure your team is up to speed. Two upcoming training opportunities offer valuable insight into implementing the IDDSI framework effectively.
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ICYMI: From CMS: Updated 2025 SSI and Spousal Impoverishment Standards

CMS recently issued 2025 updates to the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Spousal Impoverishment Standards for the community spouse’s minimum monthly maintenance needs, and housing allowances.  These updates take effect on July 1, 2025.  Details can be found here.
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