October 15, 2025

Bureau of Assisted Living Quarterly Forum Overview

The Bureau of Assisted Living (BAL) hosted its quarterly online forum on October 14, providing updates on survey trends, the DHS Ch. 88 rewrite, HCBS Settings Rule implementation, and voting rights for assisted living residents. A recording and presentation materials will be available soon.
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For your consideration – An evening to end Alzheimer’s disease and other dementia!

Support the fight to end Alzheimer’s and other dementias at An Evening to Help End Alzheimer’s Disease and Other Dementia on October 24. We’re proud to share that Oak Park Place, a longtime WHCA/WiCAL member, is a presenting sponsor of this important event.
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Celebrating Wisconsin’s 2025 AHCA/NCAL Quality Award Recipients

We are incredibly proud to celebrate our Wisconsin member facilities and professionals recognized with 2025 AHCA/NCAL Quality Awards, honoring excellence and dedication in long-term care. Congratulations as well to Rick Baldini of Waters Edge Health & Rehabilitation, named an AHCA Noble Caregiver!
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Portland State University is Seeking Participants for National Memory Care Study

Portland State University, with support from the National Institute on Aging, is conducting a national study on memory care quality in assisted living. The research team is seeking assisted living communities to participate in this important project exploring resident experiences and care outcomes.
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WCCEAL: Q3 QI Variables Due Today!

The Q3 submission period for WCCEAL Quality Improvement (QI) Variables closes TODAY—don’t forget to submit your data!
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ICYMI: Effective Immediately: Address update for all mailing types for the Division of Quality Assurance - Central Office and Southern Regional Office

The Division of Quality Assurance (DQA) Central Office and Southern Regional Office have relocated to 201 E. Washington Avenue, Room E300, Madison, WI 53703. Effective immediately, all mail and package deliveries should be sent to this new address.
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