March 9, 2023
This message contains confidential information and is intended only for KHCA/KCAL membership. Dissemination, distribution or copying the contents of this email beyond this group is strictly prohibited.
Follow us!
Membership Reminder

As a reminder, the renewal deadline for your KHCA/KCAL membership is March 31st. We strive to give you a highly-valued return on your dues investment, and we look forward to serving you in the year ahead. 

If you have any questions or concerns regarding your membership status, please contact Kristin Plantz kplantz@khca.org.
The Latest News
AHCA/NCAL’s LaShuan Bethea, Holly Harmon Awarded McKnight’s Women of Distinction Recognition

Harmon and Bethea were among 20 women to receive the annual Women of Distinction award. The award honors women who have made a significant impact on their organization and the long term care sector. READ MORE
KMAP Web Update

The KMAP website has been updated with the following updates:
  • General Bulletin 23012 regarding important KMAP portal updates 
  • General Bulletin 23049 regarding the preferred drug list update

KMAP Provider Portal Billing Packets
In keeping with current policy and procedures, the KMAP Provider institutional Portal Institutional Billing and Professional Billing Packets have been updated on the KMAP website. 
In Case You Missed It

Assisted living providers are entering into a world where people want to see data that supports the care and services being provided. For years, nursing homes have had to prove their worth and now ALs are being asked to do the same. Did you know that there is a program that can help your building track, trend, and analyze data pertinent to making quality improvement efforts for your center? READ MORE
KMAP Web Update

The KMAP website has been updated with General Bulletin 23044 regarding licensed
mental health practitioner reimbursement guidelines.
Now Available! Planning Guide and Products to Celebrate National Skilled Nursing Care Week - May 14 - 20, 2023

The American Health Care Association (AHCA) is excited to announce that the 2023 National Skilled Nursing Care Week (NSNCW) Planning Guide and products are now available at www.nsncw.org. 

NSNCW will begin on Mother's Day, Sunday, May 14th through Saturday, May 20th, 2023.

Skilled nursing care staff, residents, families, and members of the local community are encouraged to participate in activities that cultivate and spread kindness in honor of the annual observance.

The 2023 Planning Guide offers ideas that can be incorporated into new or planned activities. Download for activity and media tips and to explore an exclusive selection of NSNCW gifts and products.

Over the coming weeks, join the conversation and tell us how your center is celebrating by sharing inspiring stories, pictures, and videos on the NSNCW Facebook channel for a chance to be featured on social platforms and future campaigns. Be sure to tag us @NationalSkilledNursingCareWeek using #NSNCW.

We look forward to celebrating with you!
Are you a current AIT Preceptor or are you interested in becoming one?    

If you are a current Preceptor we would love to have you on our list. Please contact Teresa with your Preceptor number at tkeating@khca.org. Are you interested in becoming an AIT Preceptor and shaping the future of the profession?  Our team is happy to walk you through that process. Click here for the KDADS information and give Teresa a call at 785-267-6003.
Assisted Living Lunch and Learn: A Deeper Look at FCS/NSA and HSP

3/24/2023 from 10am - 2pm in Wichita, KS

Learning Objectives for the lunch and learn sessions are:
  • Review the regulations for FCS/NSA/HSP and how to stay in compliance with each.
  • Complete an FCS/NSA/HSP for a sample resident
  • Review scenarios and how to handle situations that indicate the need for a Risk Agreement.

Click here for more details.
Education Spotlight
Assisted Living Conference

A full day of education for those working in the Assisted Living, Residential Health Care and Home Plus settings

TOPICS:
  • The Magic of Connection – Opening Keynote and Humorist Desi Payne
  • Writing a Plan of Correction – Joan Hudson
  • Making Life Meaningful – Amy Siple
  • Stay in Your Lane – Talking through KS Regulations
  • Top Questions the association receives and how to find answers in your Reg Manual – Linda MowBray
  • Workplace Resilience through the power of friendship – Amy Siple

Click here for more details.
Upcoming Education
Webinar: Deep Dive Into Federal Regulations in a Year: §483.15 Admission Transfer and Discharge Requirements

3/14/2023 1:30PM-3:00PM

Click here for more details.
Spring Joint Provider - Hosted by LeadingAge KS

3/21/2023 9:30AM-4:00PM - Wichita | Live Stream
3/22/2023 9:30AM-4:00PM - Topeka

Click here for more details.
Assisted Living Lunch and Learn: A Deeper Look at FCS/NSA and HSP

3/24/2023 10:00AM-2:00PM - Wichita

Click here for more details.
Webinar: Mission Possible: SNF Department Head Briefing - Strategies for Social Services

3/28/2023 1:30PM-2:30PM

Click here for more details.
Administrator in Training (AIT) Program

We are excited to announce our new AIT Program! All the details can be found here: https://conta.cc/3ixevxG

Questions? Email Teresa Keating at tkeating@khca.org
Looking for options for required Staff In-Service?

KHCA’s online learning platform is BACK! We’ve loaded the in-services for SNF and for AL first. The SNF in-service on Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation has been updated to reflect Phase 3 information.

Access the new learning platform by clicking here. 

Questions about education can be directed to Polly Berkley VP of Operations and Education.
Attention Assisted Living and Home Plus Providers: FCS Refresher

We have frequent requests for FCS refreshers and people who want to attend the FCS section only of the Operators course. We now have it available on demand in a 75 minute webinar. It’s worth 1.5 CE’s on demand.

$20 Member Discount Code: KHCA018
Click here for more details.
Kansas Health Care Association and the Kansas Center for Assisted Living
1100 SW Gage Blvd. | PO Box 4770 | Topeka, KS 66604
PH: 785-267-6003 FAX: 785-267-0833