February 28, 2023
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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.
Miss Today's Office of the State Fire Marshal Training?

Click here to view the recording of today's training "Fire Alarm Testing Documentation".
TOMORROW! LIVE Virtual MDS Workshop

3/1/2023 & 3/8/2023 8:30AM - 4:00PM

Click here for more details.
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.
In Case You Missed It
Member Only Legislative Update from Friday, February 24, 2023

The 2023 Legislative Session is in full swing . We strive to keep you informed as much as possible. Click here to read Linda's member's only update from last Friday. We will also archive these on our website. They will require the member username and password to view on our website.
ICYMI: Mark Parkinson: One-Size-Fits-All Nursing Home Fix Doomed To Fail

In case you missed it, Mark Parkinson, president and CEO of the American Health Care Association and National Center for Assisted Living (AHCA/NCAL), discusses the current state of U.S. nursing homes and the impact of an unfunded federal minimum staffing mandate in a new op-ed published in RealClearHealth.

Nursing homes are still in crisis three years after the start of the pandemic. Workforce levels are the lowest they’ve been since 1994, and more than half of nursing homes say they may not be able to sustain operations for more than one year at their current pace. Worsening labor and economic challenges are negatively affecting seniors’ access to care, as nursing homes nationwide are limiting admissions or closing for good.

The Biden Administration is expected to implement a federal minimum staffing mandate, but an unfunded, one-size-fits-all approach in the middle of a nationwide labor shortage would only further limit access to care. Instead of arbitrary mandates, Parkinson calls on lawmakers to make 2023 the year we work together to pass comprehensive solutions that will transform long term care, including fully funding Medicaid and creating recruitment programs that will help facilities build a strong workforce.

Read the full op-ed by clicking here.
Clinical Update from KHCA Consultant Linda Farrar

I hope most of you had the opportunity to sit in on the CMS Stakeholders’ call last week. They provided some very important information. Click here to learn more.
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!
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: The Changed Role of Social Services In Long Term Care

3/2/2023 2:00PM-3:15PM

Click here for more details.
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

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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