May 7, 2025

Key Takeaways from April 29 RCS Forum for SNF and AL

 AL   SNF  | The April 29 Residential Care Services (RCS) forum offered helpful regulatory updates and resources for assisted living and skilled nursing facility providers across Washington State.
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Lead, Serve, and Shape the Future of Long-Term Care: Become a WHCA Volunteer Advisory Consultant

 AL   SNF  | WHCA is seeking dedicated volunteer professionals to serve a two-year term as Volunteer Advisory Consultants — a unique opportunity to lead and contribute your knowledge and insight to help shape the future of long-term care in Washington State.
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Medication Assistance Rule Update

 AL  | On April 1, 2025, the Pharmacy Quality Assurance Commission filed a rule adoption package to finalize the medication assistance rules found in chapter 246-945 WAC.
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Reimagining DSHS: Reorganization Efforts Aim to Improve Agency Services

 AL   SNF  | The Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) has launched Reimagine DSHS, a reorganization effort to improve access and outcomes for over 1.8 million Washington residents.
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Home Care Aide Workforce Updates

 AL   SNF  | Important clarification regarding OCA numbers, and an update on the emergency rules regarding alternative certification timelines.
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Changes to Consultation Services at Residential Care Services

 AL   SNF  | WHCA met with RCS/DSHS director Amy Abbott on April 29. We were updated on coming changes to the Quality Improvement Program (QIP) and Behavioral Health Support Team available through RCS.
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Background Check Central Unit's April Newsletter is Here

 AL   SNF  | DSHS's BCCU newsletter for April has been released! Read the full newsletter now, featuring updated information on WSP RAPsheet Training, BCS Spring Cleaning, Background Check Costs, and more.
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Congratulations to Riverview Retirement Community

 AL  | WHCA member facility Riverview Retirement Community earned a citation free survey from DSHS! WHCA is so proud to represent facilities like Riverview Retirement!
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Informal Dispute Resolution Requests to Move to an Online Format – Coming Soon

 AL   SNF  | WHCA staff met with Residential Care Services (RCS) headquarters staff last week to discuss streamlining the informal dispute resolution (IDR) request process. 
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Measles Resources from the CDC

 AL   SNF  | The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has released several resources for long-term care providers regarding measles.
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Grassroots Update: Prepare for PACtivities

As you prepare for Annual Convention in two weeks, don't forget about the WHCA-PAC Bowl-a-Rama! Between 32 lanes of all-abilities bowling glory, a full-service bar,...
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