May 4, 2023 Member Briefing
Category: Newsletter
May
04
Of Special Note
We look forward to seeing many of you next week in Redmond. In the meantime, there has been a lot of action this week we want to be sure you’re aware of.
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April 28, 2023 Member Briefing
Category: Newsletter
Apr
28
Of Special Note
Last week with support from our members, LeadingAge Oregon had the opportunity to meet with our congressional delegates in Washington D.C. During the meetings, we emphasized the urgent need for higher reimbursement rates and greater workforce support for our providers - not barriers, or mandates that could further impede providers abilities to house and care for older adults. Furthermore, we urged our representatives to renew full funding for HUD supportive housing for the elderly and service coordinator grants while also expanding the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit program.
In total with our national and state partners, 225 LeadingAge members participated in visits with 156 offices of members of Congress from 32 states and the District of Columbia. This kind of robust member participation on Lobby Day is part of what keeps LeadingAge advocacy front and center with lawmakers and their staff members.
Join us at our upcoming conference to hear from Katie Smith Sloan on the current policy landscape in D.C.
Legislative session at our state level remains in full swing. Bills must be scheduled for a work session in their new chamber by May 5th and the work session must be completed by May 19th. It expected that May 1st and 2nd will be set aside for all-day sessions in both the house and senate to address contentious bills. The official revenue forecast, which is yet to be released, will play a crucial role in shaping the budget outlook.
The Winding Down of Public Health Emergency
As we approach the May 11, 2023 expiration of the public health emergency (PHE), many questions remain unanswered. LeadingAge Oregon holds weekly meetings with the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) and we will share new information as it becomes available. While changes are anticipated, we recommend that you continue “business as usual” with the current COVID guidance and policies until further notice.
CDC will remove references to community transmission rates and community levels which will change the metrics used for source control such as masking. We expect but don’t have confirmation that COVID vaccine reporting requirements will shift from weekly to monthly. We are also hoping that the definition of an "outbreak" will be expanded beyond 1 case. Again for now, stay the course. OHA has confirmed that they will be holding office hours and webinars as these changes unfold, and we have requested that office hours be scheduled closely to any updated written information.
We encourage Nursing Home providers to listen to LeadingAge national’s 11 minute video to learn how the end of the PHE will impact waivers, interim final rules, vaccines, testing, and treatments.
Oregon News
CBC New Hour
Yesterday during the community based care news hour, ODHS reviewed the top 10 citations issued in the first quarter by the licensing unit; and since last July by the complaint unit.
DHS Provider Alerts You May Have Missed:
*Please note the State frequently modifies the alerts and it breaks the links provided below. If you have any issues, this link should always take you to all of the alerts.
ODHS-23-024-CBC-NF – Prevention and Control Webinar – C. auris 5/2/23
•Tuesday 5/2/23 at 2:00pm
ODHS-23-025-CBC-NF – Recalled Eye Drops April 2023
ODHS-23-027-NF – CNA Staffing Report Reminder
Innovation
Greywater reclamation system at Rose Villa first of its kind in a senior-living community. Learn More
Member Spotlight: ToCura Staffing
Have you experienced questionable fee schedules and tactics from staffing agencies? Shel Reed, owner of ToCura Staffing, and a member of LeadingAge Oregon, opens up about staffing issues and how his agency might work with Provider Members to create partnerships between facilities and agencies. Learn how Shel plans to create a solution to ensure adequate staffing and care for LeadingAge Oregon member residents and patients. Learn More
Annual Conference: Registration is Open
2023 Annual Conference & Expo
Eagle Crest Resort
May 9-12, 2023
We believe we are stronger together! Join us at the May Conference for informative learning opportunities, featuring manager track sessions led by Del Gilbert, and other topics to include Active Shooter, Cybercrime, and Nurse Delegation. Tuesday's Welcome Fiesta includes a Taco Truck!
Learn more and Register for the Annual Conference here
Business Partners: Are you interested in participating in the Trade Show? A few booths and sponsorship opportunities are still available. Contact Rob West [email protected]
National News
LeadingAge Policy Calls May 3rd at 12:30 PM PT. Our very own Vassar Byrd, Chief Executive Officer of Rose Villa Senior Living will discuss innovation in senior living and the importance of person-directed care. If you haven’t registered for LeadingAge Update Calls, you can do so here. You can also find previous call recordings here.
HUD Posts NSPIRE Scoring Calculator
After recently announcing proposed new scoring methodology for housing inspections through NSPIRE, HUD has issued an NSPIRE scoring calculator. The NSPIRE Score Calculator helps housing providers estimate a potential NSPIRE score. This score only provides an estimate of the actual score generated by a property inspection, but is intended to help housing providers better understand the proposed new scoring approach. HUD developed an instructional video available here. HUD is still accepting comments on the proposed scoring Notice until April 27; full NSPIRE implementation will begin for Multifamily Housing providers on October 1, 2023. LeadingAge members can view an in-depth analysis of the scoring methodology here (you must be logged in to your LeadingAge account to view).
In the News
Resources & Education
Upcoming Educational Opportunities
Navigating MDS 3.0 RAI Training for Nursing Facility Staff (MDS)
3 Day Webinar | May 22-24, 2023 (New Date)
Time: 9-1pm
Register Here
Nursing Practice in Community Based Care (CBC)
3 Day Webinar | June 6-8, 2023
Time: 9-2pm
Register Here
Care Area Assessment Review (CAA)
December 7, 2023
Time: 9-1pm
Register Here
Visit our Education Page to discover more classes and webinars
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February 17, 2023 Member Briefing
Category: Newsletter
Feb
17
Of Special Note
Reduced cases of COVID, flu and RSV. During the Oregon Health Authority’s (“OHA”) monthly COVID-19 briefing, Dr. Sidelinger presented data that respiratory virus trends were moving in the right direction. Dr. Sindelinger even said “if these trends continue, we anticipate being able to safely lift the health care masking requirement over the coming months.” This is the most optimism we’ve heard from OHA on the matter of masks; and it’s our understanding OHA and the Governor’s office are in discussion about the timeline for the removal of masks. The optimistic outlook follows the Biden Administration’s recent announcement that the COVID-19 public health emergency (PHE) declaration will end on May 11, 2023. LeadingAge Oregon will meet with OHA to learn how the imminent winding down of PHE will affect the State’s current requirements.
COVID-19 Guidance Office Hours. Yesterday you received a provider alert ODHS-23-013-CBC-NF sharing that ODHS & OHA will host “office hours” session for LTCF to answer questions about the recently published COVID-19 Guidance. This session is being held as a direct result of our members continued questions and concerns. If you have any lingering questions about COVID-19 compliance, we strongly encourage you to attend this session.
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February 3, 2023 Member Briefing
Category: Newsletter
Feb
03
Of Special Note
New Oregon Governor Kotek has unveiled her budget recommendations for the 2023-25 biennium. The 466 page document prioritizes housing and homelessness; improving access to mental health and addiction services; and improving outcomes in early literacy and K-12 schools. You will find the budget summary here.
More than 2,000 legislative bills have already been introduced in Oregon. We are tracking 87 bills ranging from housing; healthcare; and workforce related matters such as: SB 402 directing ODHS to enhance capacity of long term care workforce and increase quality of long term care services.
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January 20, 2023 Member Briefing
Category: Newsletter
Jan
20
Of Special Note
The 2023 Legislative Session in Oregon has begun! Oh so many interesting bills have been introduced for consideration ranging from HB 2665 - establishing maximum annual rates a temporary staffing agency may charge a health care provider; to HB 2408 - enacting interstate nurse licensure compact. We anticipate the Governor’s recommended budget will be released early February. We’ll share the bills we are tracking along the way, and the LeadingAge Oregon legislative committee will assist in establishing our bill priorities.
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