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August 27, 2025

CORRECTION Emergency Rules for Home Care Aide Certification Timeline - Senate Bill 5672

AL | The Washington State Department of Health (department) filed the emergency rules to extend the certification timeline for long-term care workers applying for home care aide certification, as authorized by Senate Bill 5672 (chapter 341, Laws of 2025).
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"Dear Administrator" Letters Regarding Nursing Home Care Compare Updates

SNF | Residential Care Services (RCS) has recently released letters regarding updates to the NH Care Compare website. Read both letters now.
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RCS Q&A Sessions for New Rules On Communication Standards Effective September 6, 2025

AL SNF | New rules for Adult Family Homes, Assisted Living Facilities, Enhanced Services Facilities and Nursing Homes go into effect September 6, 2025. Residential Care Services is offering drop-in sessions for each setting type, where they will answer your questions.
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Get AHCA's New MDS Program for Your Interdisciplinary Team

SNF | American Health Care Association (AHCA) is offering a dynamic new program for nurses, administrators, social workers, and your entire MDS team.
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When Media Calls, WHCA Can Help

AL SNF | If you receive a call from a reporter, WHCA is standing by to support you. We can help you understand your role, navigate the media inquiry, plan a potential response, and increase the potential of your community’s story being heard.
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Free Virtual IPC Conference Opportunity

SNF | DSHS Residential Care Services (RCS) invites nursing home providers, administrators, infection control specialists, and RCS regulators and licensors to join for a free, full-day virtual conference on September 17, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM PST.
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