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Amplifying news and resources from across HCAOA and the industry

New York Members: Join HCAOA Next Week for a Virtual Update

6/21/2023

 
​All HCAOA members in New York are invited to participate in a virtual Chapter Update next Wednesday, June 28 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. The agenda includes a comprehensive summary and update about labor and employment issues from Emina Poricanin, Esq., Poricanin Law PC - including minimum wage - that are impacting home care providers. Greg Bean of Paradigm Senior Services will provide an in-depth look at the VA home care programs and how you can serve veterans AND grow your agency with this business line.

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100+ Members Participate in Info-Packed Connecticut Chapter Conference

6/21/2023

 
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​More than 100 home care agency owners and employees participated in the full-day HCAOA Connecticut Chapter Conference last week. Attendees heard from Chapter leaders, lawmakers, public officials and others in the industry about new laws and policies affecting the home care industry, business owners, employees and consumers.

​Key HCAOA staff Jennifer Battista, Chief Operating Officer, and Austin Schneider, Chapter Relations Director, also attended and participated in the conference.
 
Click here to view a photo gallery from the event.

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​Join the Conversation about Forming a Tennessee Chapter of HCAOA

6/14/2023

 
All home care agencies in Tennessee are invited to participate in a discussion next Thursday, June 22 at 11:00 a.m. CT about the formation of an HCAOA Tennessee State Chapter. This discussion is free to members and non-members. Click here to register.

Washington Chapter Conference Filled with Updates on State Issues Impacting Industry

5/24/2023

 
​Home care industry leaders and HCAOA members in Washington met last week at the state chapter conference in Seattle to receive updates on several issues impacting the home care industry. State surveyors Lori Heiner and Annalisa Atienza provided detailed insight on surveys and Leslie Emerick, state lobbyist for the chapter, offered a recap of legislative and regulatory activities over the last five months.  

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Free Webinar on Cost Reporting for WV Medicaid Services Providers

5/24/2023

 
​Tomorrow from 12:00 – 1:30 p.m., EST, home care providers are invited to join the West Virginia Bureau for Medical Services’ partner Myers & Stauffer to learn about the cost reporting process as the project to set Medicaid services rates for waivers begins on May 25, 2023. 

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Due Tomorrow! West Virginia Members Urged to Comment on Aged and Disabled Waiver Manual

5/24/2023

 
The HCAOA West Virginia Chapter is submitting comments on the draft Aged and Disabled Waiver (ADW) Manual and asks members to review the proposed manual and share their comments and concerns be sent to [email protected] no later than May 26, for adequate time to compile all comments. 

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Connecticut Chapter Presents Outstanding Leadership Awards to Recipients Delayed by the Pandemic

5/24/2023

 
​Several members and representatives of HCAOA Connecticut gathered at the state Capitol in Hartford last week to present Outstanding Leadership Awards from the Chapter to two state legislators that were not able to be presented in person over the past several years due to the pandemic.
 
Sen. Joan Hartley of Waterbury received the 2020 Outstanding Leadership Award and Sen. Derek Slap of West Hartford received the 2021 Outstanding Leadership Award.
 
The 2023 Outstanding Leadership Awards will be presented during the Connecticut Chapter Conference on Wednesday, June 14.

Florida’s New Immigration Law has Effect on Private Home Care Employers

5/17/2023

 
Sweeping changes for private employers with 25+ employees fell into place when Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed into law a new immigration bill (SB 1718) on May 10, 2023. 

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Where Do Things Stand on the NJ Workers’ Bill of Rights? Discuss with Legislator at NJ Conference

5/17/2023

 
​The New Jersey Workers’ Bill of Rights and other legislative policies have been challenging for the home care industry climate in the state, so where do things currently stand? Find out at the New Jersey Chapter Conference, on Thursday, June 1, from 10:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

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West Virginia Members Urged to Comment on Aged and Disabled Waiver Manual by May 26

5/17/2023

 
​The Aged and Disabled Waiver (ADW) Manual governs West Virginia’s Medicaid program, rates, eligibility and other details and it is currently open for comments.
 

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Illinois Members Meet in Chicago to Hear Updates on Industry

5/17/2023

 
​Last week, more than 100 home care providers attended the Illinois Chapter Conference in Chicago and received updates on federal and state legislation, labor laws and state regulations for home services agencies.  

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Discover the Impact of the Newly Signed NY Budget on Home Care at New York Chapter Conference

5/17/2023

 
Operations in home care were significantly changed with the stroke of Governor Kathy Hochul’s pen at the beginning of May with the signing of the 2023-2024 New York State Budget. With these new changes, it is critical for home care providers to remain up to date with the latest information on the minimum wage, wage parity benefits, and new oversight standards.

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HCAOA Prepares to Further Challenge Ban on “Care” – Details at Connecticut Chapter Conference

5/17/2023

 
The Connecticut DCP’s insistence upon banning the word “care” for home care providers and their caregivers has raised the ire of providers, legislators, and organizations around the state. Come to the Connecticut Chapter Conference, on Wednesday, June 14, to learn more about the ban and how HCAOA plans to step up the fight against it.
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Updates on 5 Pressing Home Care Policies and Bills in Connecticut

5/10/2023

 
​With so much activity related to home care policy happening in Hartford, Connecticut Chapter Lobbyist Matthew Hallisey has provided the following updates:  

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Learn to Boost Your Revenue at New Jersey Conference

5/10/2023

 
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Find new ways to boost your revenue streams with NJ-based Medicare Advantage plans and Braven Health at the New Jersey’s Chapter Conference on Thursday, June 1 from 10:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

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