December 20, 2024

From our recent meeting with DQA – Important things to know

WHCA/WiCAL staff regularly meets with Division of Quality Assurance (DQA) leaders to address provider concerns and share insights from the Department. At last week’s meeting, key discussions focused on Self-Reports, leadership turnover, and Facility-Initiated Discharges.
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WHCA/WiCAL Board Member Nominations Due Next Week

Interested in serving the long term care profession by serving in a leadership position with the Wisconsin Health Care Association/Wisconsin Center for Assisted Living (WHCA/WiCAL)? WHCA/WiCAL currently has vacancies on its Board of Directors.
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Nurse Education Scholarship Opportunity from our colleagues at the WI Director of Nursing Council – Application deadline is January 9, 2025

The Wisconsin Director of Nursing Council (WDONC) has updated its 2025 scholarship program to make it easier to support nursing professionals in long-term care. Scholarships will now be awarded through a simple nomination process, highlighting and celebrating deserving candidates.
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Attention WHCA/WiCAL nursing facility members: Important education on revised surveyor guidance scheduled to take effect in February 2025

If you're a WHCA/WiCAL member, you're also part of our national affiliate, AHCA/NCAL. While regulatory changes could occur under the new administration, nursing facilities should plan for significant surveyor guidance updates expected in February. Learn more in the free webinar from AHCA/NCAL.
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