January 5, 2022
KHCA/KCAL is committed to providing our members with important updates. Below is a list of the most recent information. Please visit our website for a list of complete updates. www.khca.org/covid-19-resources
The Latest News
CMS and CDC National Stakeholder Call Tomorrow, Thursday, January 6, 2022 at 2 PM CT - RSVP by 4:00 PM CT TODAY

Join the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for a National Stakeholder Call providing updates on COVID-19, infection control practices, the vaccine and the importance of boosters.
 
CMS Administrator Chiquita Brooks-LaSure will host the call joined by the US Surgeon General and several subject matter experts from CDC and CMS. 

Click here to see communication with details sent earlier this afternoon.
A Message from the KDADS CARE Team

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Please participate in our survey regarding staffing agency experiences 

We need information that only you can provide to help with our advocacy efforts to get pricing and other regulations for temporary healthcare staffing agencies in Kansas. Please complete this important survey (even if you are not currently using temporary healthcare staffing agencies) by January 6, 2022. Let me know if you have questions. Thank you!
Education Spotlight
8 Week Webinar Series: Winning the Fall Prevention Battle

This 8-week series running February-March 2022 guides the interdisciplinary team through the elements of an effective falls prevention program. Sessions focus on assessment strategies that guide targeted risk-based interventions, responding to a fall event, and promoting a fall prevention environment. Presented by a team of nurse and therapist experts, this series aims to provide the insights and tools needed to implement improved falls prevention programs in the SNF/LTC/AL setting.

Register for the whole series by February 1 and receive a 20% discount.
In Case You Missed It
Update on Phase 4 Provider Relief Fund and ARP Rural Payments

The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) has provided updated information on the status of Provider Relief Funds (PRF) Phase 4 and American Rescue Plan (ARP) Rural Payments. Topics include size of Phase 4 awards, additional detail on Phase 4 methodology, update on hospital funds transfer to skilled nursing facilities (SNFs), and updated timelines regarding receipt of funds and provider requests for individualized support.
Reporting Period 2 began on January 1, 2022 and the extended Reporting Period 1 ended on December 20, 2021. No additional Reporting Period 1 extensions will be offered. Due to technical difficulties during the Reporting Period 1 dates, HRSA urges providers to submit as soon as possible. READ MORE
A Message From the Office of the State Fire Marshal
Recording Available: Nursing Home Forum on COVID-19 Boosters

On December 30, 2021, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Xavier Becerra and the United States Surgeon General Vivek H. Murthy, in partnership with AHCA/NCAL, Leading Age and the Service Employees International Union (SEIU), hosted a virtual forum to discuss the importance of COVID-19 vaccine booster doses to protect residents, staff and their loved ones from COVID-19. 
The Secretary and the Surgeon General addressed many of the questions you and your staff have been asking about COVID-19 boosters and provided clear and informative responses.
AHCA/NCAL encourages you to view the recording and share it with your staff. 
Upcoming Education
Dementia Capable Care Certification Course

1/12/2022
9:00am-5:00pm
Free Bronze Quality Workshop

The National Quality Award team is hosting a virtual workshop to help interested applicants complete their 2022 Bronze applications. Register and join on Wednesday, January 12th from 8 am to 4:30 pm CST. Register today. ahcancal.org/qualityaward 
Leadership for Charge Nurses

1/14/2022
8:30am-5:00pm
This 12-month webinar series emphasizes skill building for the Post-Acute Care Infection Preventionist with a focus on establishing and managing an effective IPC program in the SNF/LTC/AL setting. 

Click here for more details.
Webinar: The Proficient Infection Preventionist Series: Roles & Responsibilities of the Capable Infection Preventionist

1/18/2022
1:30pm-2:30pm
RAC-CT Certification Virtual Workshop

1/19 - 1/28/22
8:20am – 12:30pm daily
Virtual Adult Care Home Operators Course

2/9-2/22/2022
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