WHCA Call for Presentations – Make a Submission!
Speakers, educators, presenters! WHCA is still collecting calls for presentations for our 2025 Annual Convention and our 2025 Fall Conference. February 15th is the deadline for Annual Convention submissions, and May 31 is the deadline for Fall Conference submissions. We are specifically looking for presentations regarding clinical, quality, leadership, and regulatory/legal topics as relating to long-term care. Visit our website to learn more and make a submission.
Below you will find more information on each topic and a little more about what WHCA is looking for (but we’re flexible – if you think you’ve got something for us that’s not on this list, please reach out!):
Clinical Excellence in Long-Term Care
As the health care landscape continues to evolve, it is more important than ever for facilities to enhance clinical outcomes while delivering compassionate care. We seek speakers who can address innovative clinical practices, best care strategies, and emerging trends that improve the overall health and well-being of residents in assisted living and skilled nursing settings. Topics may include:
- Advancements in industry
- Managing chronic conditions in elderly populations
- Infection control and prevention in long-term care
- Integrating technology for improved clinical care
- Pain management and palliative care approaches
Quality Improvements in Long-Term Care: Enhancing Care, Life, and Employment
The pursuit of high-quality care in long-term care facilities is fundamental to improving resident outcomes and ensuring that all aspects of life within these facilities meet high standards. This includes enhancing not only the quality of care provided but also the quality of life for residents and the quality of employment for staff. We invite experts to share practices, tools, and strategies that foster continuous quality improvement across these areas. Potential topics include:
- Fostering a culture of quality, safety, and well-being
- Leveraging data for enhanced resident outcomes and quality of life
- Training and empowering staff to cultivate job fulfilment while supporting resident
- Promoting resident engagement and satisfaction through person-centered approaches
- Strategies to reduce hospital readmissions while improving resident independence
Leadership in Assisted Living and Skilled Nursing Facilities
Strong leadership is a cornerstone of success in long-term care. We are looking for dynamic speakers who can share strategies for leadership development, fostering effective teams, and navigating the challenges that arise in managing assisted living and skilled nursing facilities. Topics could cover:
- Conflict resolution and managing diverse teams
- Developing effective leadership pipelines
- Staff engagement and retention strategies
- Leading through organizational change
- Emotional intelligence for facility leaders
Navigating Regulatory and Legal Challenges
The regulatory and legal landscape for assisted living and skilled nursing facilities is complex and ever-changing. Speakers are invited to share their expertise on staying compliant with current regulations, addressing legal concerns, and minimizing risk. Relevant topics could include:
- Understanding and implementing CMS regulations
- Legal challenges in long-term care facilities
- HIPAA compliance and data privacy
- Navigating state/federal reimbursement issues
- Preparing for surveys and audits
- Managing legal risks and liability in long-term care
