Speaker's Taskforce on Dementia Holds Informational Hearing

The Speaker's Taskforce on Alzheimer's and Dementia held an informational meeting on Wednesday with invited speakers only.
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CDC Core Elements of Antibiotic Stewardship in Skilled Nursing Facilities

Today, CDC releases the Core Elements of Antibiotic Stewardship in Nursing Homes. This resource is designed to help skilled nursing facilities improve antibiotic prescribing practices and reduce inappropriate use to protect residents from the consequences of antibiotic-resistant infections, such as C. difficile.
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WHCA/WiCAL Needs You to Ensure Your Voting Representative is Up-To-Date

WHCA/WiCAL needs to make sure the list of authorized facility voting representatives is up-to-date for purposes of the Annual Business Meeting scheduled at the Chula Vista Resort on Thursday, October 22, 2015.
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Joint Audit Committee Holds Hearing on Results of NEMT Audit

The Joint Legislative Audit Committee held a hearing last week on the state's non-emergency transportation (NEMT) program, which 55 legislators called for an audit of in May of this year.
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CDC Issues Health Advisory on Reusable Medical Devices

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) are alerting healthcare providers and facilities about the public health need to properly maintain, clean, and disinfect or sterilize reusable medical devices.
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National Assisted Living Week Nourishes Mind, Body, and Spirit

Washington, D.C. – Beginning today and continuing through Saturday, Sept. 19, thousands of America’s assisted living communities and their staff, residents, families, volunteers, and local members of their community will celebrate National Assisted Living Week® (NALW). The national observance – which begins each year on Grandparent’s Day – honors the individuals served as well as the individuals who serve in assisted living and residential care communities across the nation with special activities and events.
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FALL CONVENTION CLINICAL TRACK PREVIEW, EARLY REG. DRAWING DEADLINE MONDAY

The 64th Annual WHCA/WiCAL Fall Convention has a whole slate of educational offerings available for administrators, managers and staff of skilled nursing and assisted living facilities. This year's Fall Convention offers 16 possible continuing education credits across 4 educational tracks, and includes other exciting events and networking opportunities as well.
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AHCA/NCAL Future Leaders Hit the Hill

AHCA/NCAL’s newest class of Future Leaders is in Washington and ready to take to the Hill this week right in the middle of a busy September for Congress.
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Deadline to Submit Comments to CMS on Requirements of Participation Extended to 10/14

As was reported last week, CMS has extended the deadline to submit comment regarding the Requirements of Participation to Oct. 14. So if you haven't sent in your comments, you still have time. If you have submitted a letter, then there's time to reach out to a colleague to ask them to send in a letter.
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5 Tips to Help You Get from Bronze to Silver

Bronze Quality Award recipients are encouraged to continue on their journey by applying for a Silver Quality Award. While the journey from Bronze to Silver can be difficult, it’s well worth the positive outcomes your organization will gain during the process.
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