During this week's meeting, we will discuss specific messages to amplify for legislators and consumers leading up to the November elections, among other topics. If you have not already signed up to join the Public Affairs Council, you can still do so here!

Take advantage of the opportunity to boost employee engagement and increase retention by operationalizing practical inclusion and equity strategies.

Leaders provided some statistics on home care utilization, concerning trends, and more.

The Aug. 29^th DOH-association meeting included a discussion of the revised VAPAP standards and a new DOH effort to ensure that all nursing homes and ACFs have provided valid 24/7 contact information in the HCS.

Responses, due by Sept. 20^th, will be the basis for 2024 rate adjustments.

Responses, due by Sept. 25^th, will be the basis for 2025 rate adjustments.

The 10-day window to submit redetermination or penalty reduction requests closes on Sept. 5^th for most providers.

Adjustment is meant to ensure that measures used in the Value-Based Purchasing program starting in October 2025 are calculated accurately.