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Back Together! Washington and New Jersey Chapters Hold In-Person Meetings

6/8/2022

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​Two HCAOA Chapters recently held in-person meetings and the overall sentiment was “it’s good to be back!” The HCAOA Washington Chapter held a full-day conference on May 24 in Seattle, which featured presentations on employment issues, labor law, recruitment, and technology. The HCAOA New Jersey Chapter held a meeting on June 1 focusing on current bills in the state legislature, licensing changes, and how to navigate legalized cannabis in the state.
 
Adam Blecker is stepping down as Chair of the HCAOA New Jersey Chapter and was recognized for his leadership during the meeting. Vice Chair Andrea Sussman will be the new Chair.

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Adam Blecker is recognized by the New Jersey Chapter for his leadership

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One Week Away! New Jersey Chapter Meeting

5/25/2022

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Join us next week on June 1 at the Crowne Plaza Edison Hotel, from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. to learn how to handle the legalization of cannabis in New Jersey, and also hear an update on chapter advocacy efforts and a licensing update from the Department of Community Affairs. 

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Full Agenda Now Available for HCAOA New Jersey Chapter Meeting on June 1 – Don't Miss This Lineup!

5/18/2022

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Here’s the agenda for the expanded in-person New Jersey State Chapter meeting on Wednesday, June 1. You’ll hear from N.J. Assemblywoman Nancy Munoz from the State Health Committee. Plus:
 
  • Licensing Since COVID - Changes and Updates - Howard Pine, Deputy Director, Department of Community Affairs
  • Navigating Legalized Cannabis in New Jersey - Joseph Maddaloni, Jr., Partner, Schenck, Price, Smith & King, LLP
  • Financial Audit Update - Adam Blecker, Chapter Chair
  • Federal Legislative Update & Policy Priorities - Vicki Hoak, HCAOA CEO
  • State Legislative Update - Dennis Marco, Managing Partner, Hamilton Public Affairs
 
Held from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., the meeting includes lunch. The cost is $40 for members and $80 for non-members. Register here.
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​Kick Off June with a New Jersey Chapter Meeting

5/11/2022

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The next NJ State Chapter meeting is slated for Wednesday, June 1 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. in Edison. This expanded meeting will cover the latest news and updates for your state, including the post-pandemic changes in licensing.
 
The cost is $40 for members and $80 for non-members. Lunch included. Register here.
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New Chapter Meetings Announced

3/9/2022

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HCAOA’s state chapters have hit the ground running in 2022! We’ve just added a new round of chapter meetings to our events calendar, so now is the time to jump in.

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New Jersey Vaccination Mandate in Effect – Register Now for Upcoming Chapter Meetings to Discuss Critical Issues!

1/26/2022

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​Last week, Gov. Phil Murphy announced a new universal vaccination mandate for workers in healthcare settings like hospitals and nursing homes and high-risk congregate locations like prisons that will go into effect over the next two months. The executive order will require all such workers to receive a booster shot in addition to being fully vaccinated.


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New Jersey Executive Orders & Reorganization of Legislative Session

1/19/2022

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Last week, New Jersey Governor Murphy issued executive orders extending the state Public Health Emergency under the pandemic. This came the day after his request for a legislative signoff on the move was rejected by senior members of his own party. Murphy yesterday had said that he would extend the orders and took the step just hours before giving his annual State of the State address and a pending 11:59 PM deadline which was the first of his second term. 


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Feedback Needed from NJ Members on CHHA Licensing Delays

1/12/2022

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The HCAOA New Jersey Chapter Leadership has a meeting scheduled with Howard Pine, Deputy Director of the NJ Division of Consumer Affairs, about significant delays in licensing home care aides (CHHAs). Chapter leadership is seeking real-time data to reinforce the severity of the current licensing crisis prior to this meeting, and asks all members in the state to complete a brief survey by this Friday, January 14.
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All New Jersey Members Encouraged to Attend Virtual Chapter Meeting Next Week for Updates about 2022

11/24/2021

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​​The HCAOA New Jersey State Chapter will hold a virtual meeting next 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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New Jersey Chapter Holding Strategic Meeting on December 1

11/17/2021

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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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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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NEW JERSEY: Get the Latest on OSHA ETS for Occupational Exposure to COVID and Legislative Updates at Chapter Meeting

9/15/2021

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​The HCAOA New Jersey State Chapter will hold a virtual meeting on Wednesday, September 22 from 12:30 – 2:00 p.m. The meeting agenda includes federal and legislative updates, as well as COVID-19 information regarding vaccine mandates and the OSHA Emergency Temporary Standard. 


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Several States Issue COVID Vaccine Mandates: HCAOA Chapters Seeking Clarification on Requirements for Home Care

8/18/2021

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Several states have recently announced COVID-19 vaccine mandates for health care workers, and HCAOA and state chapters are working with state officials to clarify how these mandates impact home care. For example, mandates in Washington, California, and New York do not include home care in some settings, while the order in New Jersey does include home care.


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NEW JERSEY: Update on Executive Order 252

8/18/2021

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​Governor Murphy issued Executive Order (“EO”) No. 252, which requires employees working in certain “covered settings” to be vaccinated or be tested for COVID-19 “at minimum one to two times weekly.” The EO lists two classes of covered settings: Health Care Facilities and High-Risk Congregate Settings. Registered Health Care Service Firms (HCSF) are included in the definition of “Health Care Facilities” and therefore these mandates apply to all HCSFs and their caregivers, nurses and internal staff. The terms of the EO go into effect on September 7, 2021. 


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HCAOA Chapters: What Has Your State Been Up to Lately?

6/23/2021

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​HCAOA’s state chapters continue to monitor states’ legislative and regulatory actions. Here’s a quick listing of the most recent home care happenings around the country.


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