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Illinois Chapter Presents Senator with Leadership Award for Sponsoring Licensure Bill

11/17/2021

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​During its state conference last week, the HCAOA Illinois Chapter presented a Public Leadership Award to Sen. Bill Cunningham (D-18), who worked with the Chapter to introduce a bill to expand the scope of what home care services providers may do in the state.

​The award, which was presented to Sen. Cunningham by member Aishling Dalton Kelly and Chapter Chair Katie Fielmann (pictured with the Senator), was in recognition his leadership and commitment to assuring that Illinois seniors and medically vulnerable individuals receive exceptional and comprehensive in-home care to enrich their quality of life.
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What’s New in 2022? Laws and Regulations Taking Effect in the New Year

11/17/2021

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​2021 saw state and local legislatures shifting their focus away from COVID-19 measures back to traditional employment law matters. Although two states and the District of Columbia have COVID-19 related legislation going into effect in 2022, the remainder of the country will see a more diverse array of employment legislation becoming effective in the new year.
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Connecticut Chapter Hosts Lawmakers for Tour, Discussion

11/17/2021

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​HCAOA Connecticut Chapter Member Assisted Living Services, Inc. of Cheshire recently hosted Sen. Rob Sampson (R-Wolcott), Rep. Michael Quinn (D-Meriden), and Rep. Gale Mastrofrancesco (R-Wolcott) for a tour and discussion about legislative initiatives and public policy priorities. The group discussed challenges home care providers are experiencing with low Medicaid reimbursement rates and rising minimum wage and other costs, as well as interpretation and enforcement of consumer protection laws and regulations.

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Celebrate Home Care Month with Special Agency Momentum Program Tomorrow!

11/17/2021

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As part of National Home Care Month this November, HCAOA knows members have plans to celebrate caregivers – the heart of your agency. Join us for a special Agency Momentum webinar on November 18 featuring seasoned providers Michelle Lisk, CEO of Synergy HomeCare of Mid Penn, and Jensen Jones, COO of Caregiver Quality Assurance, to learn about unique ways to show appreciation for the heart of your agency. Click here to learn more. 
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The Fast-Paced World of Vaccine Mandate Rules

11/17/2021

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​By Angelo Spinola, William C. Vail, Christopher Razo – Polsinelli

What a week in the legal world! The Biden Administration issued a Vaccination and Testing Emergency Temporary Standard (ETS) on Thursday, November 4th, which the Fifth Circuit halted on Saturday, November 13. The Administration also issued a rule for certain healthcare providers accepting Medicare and Medicaid funding, and it pushed back the compliance date for federal contractors to comply with a third vaccination mandate. So where does that leave you?


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Illinois Chapter Announces 2022 Board of Directors

11/17/2021

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​​Last week, the HCAOA Illinois Chapter announced its 2022 Board of Directors during the state conference held in Naperville. More than 75 people attended the session, which featured an update from the Illinois Department of Public Health, which regulates home care, as well as presentations on the new licensure regulations and the legal impact of the COVID vaccine mandates.

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Nominations for HCAOA Board Due TODAY

11/17/2021

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​Nominations are due TODAY for the HCAOA Board of Directors. The Board is the formal advisory group and is charged with setting the strategy for the national association, which now represents nearly 4,000 home care agencies across the country. Growing membership, strengthening advocacy efforts at both the state and federal levels and enhancing state chapter organizations are some of the major priorities for the coming years.  


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Biden Signs Infrastructure Bill, Social Safety Net Bill Still Up in the Air

11/17/2021

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​​On Monday, President Biden signed the $1.2 trillion infrastructure bill into law at the White House, a bipartisan effort reached after months of negotiations. Biden used this opportunity to make the case for the other part of his Build Back Better plan: a $1.75 trillion investment in the social safety net and climate policy, including $150 million for home care expansion under Medicaid.
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OSHA Issues Long-Awaited ‘Vaccine or Test’ Emergency Regulations, Court Case Halts Requirement

11/10/2021

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​Last week, the federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) issued the Emergency Temporary Standard (ETS) requiring all employers with at least 100 employees to ensure their workers are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or submit to weekly COVID-19 testing. The deadline to comply is January 4, 2022, however over the weekend, the U.S. 5th Circuit Court of Appeals temporarily halted the vaccine requirement. While the case is being determined, the vaccination, testing and mask requirements for workers that fall under the OSHA rule is on hold. There are currently more than a dozen other challenges to the ETS – and counting. Stay tuned for updates.


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Caregiver Appreciation - Celebrate the Heart of Your Agency

11/10/2021

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November is Home Care Month! As part of National Home Care Month this November, HCAOA knows members have plans to celebrate caregivers – the heart of your agency. Join us for a special Agency Momentum webinar on November 18 featuring seasoned providers Michelle Lisk, CEO of Synergy HomeCare of Mid Penn, and Jensen Jones, COO of Caregiver Quality Assurance, to learn about unique ways to show appreciation for the heart of your agency. Click here to register. 

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​2021 Caregiver of the Year Recognized at Michigan State Capitol

11/10/2021

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Last week, Greg Gorton of Right at Home in Grand Blanc, Michigan, was recognized as the 2021 Caregiver of the Year during a special ceremony at the Michigan State Capitol. The event was held as part of the HCAOA Michigan Chapter Meeting and Capitol Day.
 
Gorton was selected as the top home caregiver in the country from nearly 250 nominees from 41 states. State Rep. Tim Sneller (D-50), who represents Greg in the Michigan House of Representatives, presented him with a signed proclamation on behalf of the House, Senate and the Michigan Governor. HCAOA Executive Director Vicki Hoak and Right at Home CEO Brian Petranick were also present to honor Greg.

Congratulations!
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Nominations Now Open for HCAOA Board of Directors

11/10/2021

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​Nominations are now open for the HCAOA Board of Directors. The Board is the formal advisory group and is charged with setting the strategy for the national association, which now represents nearly 4,000 home care agencies across the country. Growing membership, strengthening advocacy efforts at both the state and federal levels and enhancing state chapter organizations are some of the major priorities for the coming years.  


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Get a Jump on 2022 with NJ Chapter; Register for Virtual Meeting on December 1

11/10/2021

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​The HCAOA New Jersey State Chapter will hold a virtual meeting on Wednesday, December 1 from 12:30 – 1:30 p.m. to discuss the Chapter's strategic plan for 2022, including announcement of the first in-person meeting in two years.

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Infrastructure Plan Passes, Build Back Better Plan Next

11/10/2021

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​After three months of debate, President Biden’s Infrastructure Plan passed the House by a vote of 228-206 late last Friday. The $1 trillion plan to renovate the country’s roads, bridges, airports, and trains was waiting for a House vote since August, but was held up because Democrats wanted assurances that the social safety net plan, known as Build Back Better, would be voted on at the same time. That never happened, but to win over the necessary votes to pass the Infrastructure Plan, Democratic House leaders passed a procedural vote to prepare for the passage of the BBB plan, which reassured progressive Democrats that the vote would indeed happen before Thanksgiving. A procedural vote details such things as how much time each party gets to debate the bill on the House floor, and whether amendments can be introduced. 


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Veterans Day Is Tomorrow: Learn How Vet Families Can Receive Thousands Each Month from VA

11/10/2021

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​Are your clients or prospects wartime veterans or surviving spouses? Do they require assistance with at least two Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)? Many veterans and their families are not aware of VA benefits that help pay for home care. ​They may be eligible to receive a pension from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) known as the Aid and Attendance Benefit. 


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