WHCA/WiCAL is committed in our effort along with AHCA/NCAL and state affiliates around the country to educate CMS on why its recently proposed one-size-fits-all minimum staffing rule for nursing homes is unworkable.
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WHCA/WiCAL is launching a new member resource for nursing home providers: an Association-produced post-survey questionnaire.
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The Moving Forward Coalition is a national organization consisting of providers, care partners, care workers, nursing home residents, family members, and national experts.
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Until October 19
th, WHCA/WiCAL members will have the opportunity to nominate themselves and/or a colleague for service on an American Health Care Association (AHCA) committee.
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Assisted living providers and stakeholders are invited to attend the Assisted Living Forum on October 17, 2023, from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. The Bureau of Assisted Living (BAL) will provide information on several topics.
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Several months ago, the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) unveiled its Certified Direct Care Professional (CDCP) program. Modeled after WHCA/WiCAL’s very successful WisCaregiver Careers program for nursing homes, the CDCP program is an online, 30 hour curriculum covering 14 core competencies. Current and prospective employees working with providers participating in any of Wisconsin’s Home and Community Based Medicaid waiver programs (HCBS) are eligible for CDCP.
This includes assisted living centers participating in Family Care.
Nursing homes are not eligible for the CDCP program.
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WisCaregiver Careers CNA has recently released a new and improved
Employer Guide. Inside you will find updated reimbursement instructions and new policies designed to help participating nursing homes get reimbursed for a wider set of potential trainees. Learn more at their
Employer Webinar: November 9, 2023, 10am-11am
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Reminder for all WCCEAL Members: The QI Variable submission period closes
October 16th. Read More
