Articles and Resources of Interest

• Free Staff Training: Changing Talk Online (CHATO) to Reduce Behavioral Symptoms in Dementia Care – longtermcareleader.com
• Deliver the Magic Sound of Music with Mood Media – longtermcareleader.com
• The Number of Open LTC Jobs Continues to Increase – longtermcareleader.com
• Meetup at the AHCA/NCAL Expo in San Diego – longtermcareleader.com
• Register for LTPAC Health IT Summit – longtermcareleader.com
• Autism Prevalence on the Rise: 1 in 68 Children Diagnosed With Autism Spectrum Disorder – aap.org  
• Inclusion Rates Lagging For Students With Intellectual Disabilities – disabilityscoop.com
• Peeling Back The Label Of Dual Diagnosis – c-q-l.org
• Providing Culturally Competent Care: Meeting the LTSS Needs of Dually Eligible Beneficiaries – resourcesforintegratedcare.com
• A Conversation on the Emergence of Pediatric Complex Care – lpfch.org
• Neglected for Too Long: Dental Care for People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities – ncd.gov  

Legislative and Agency Corner

• AHCA Statement on MedPAC Report to Congress – ahcancal.org
• AHCA Statement on 2019 SNF PPS Proposed Rule – ahcancal.org
• AHCA/NCAL Submit Comments on IMPACT Act “Medication Profile” DRAFT Quality Measures – longtermcareleader.com
• Electronic Visit Verification CMCS Informational Bulletin - medicaid.gov
• Lack of sleep may be linked to risk factor for Alzheimer’s disease – nih.gov
• FDA Grants Fast-Track Status To Possible Autism Drug – disabilityscoop.com
• Fitbit-Like Device Shows Promise In Predicting Autism Aggression – disabilityscoop.com
• Government Urged To Improve Disability Services – disabilityscoop.com

Webinars of Interest

Stay informed and tune in to ahcancalED for several pre-recorded and live webinars on topics impacting the long-term care profession. Webinars that might be of interest are noted below.  

• Protecting your Tax Exempt Status....It's not just a legal issue
• The Value of Strong Relationships with the Medical Director and Medical Providers in Achieving Desired Clinical and Performance Outcomes
• International Dysphagia Diet Standardization Initiative (IDDSI)

You also might be interested in an AADMD Virtual Grand Rounds Aging in Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities webinar, which can be viewed here.  The ARC has also has webinars this year that might be of interest. 

From the Blog of Josh Linkner

Noted on the Josh Linkner blog, “To Josh Linkner, creativity and innovation are the lifeblood of all human progress. As such, he’s spent his career harnessing the power of creative disruption.  His journey has been non-traditional at every step. As the founder and CEO of four tech companies, Josh built his businesses from a blank page into a combined value of over $200 million. As a hyper-growth CEO of over 20 years, he’s used innovative approaches to topple competitors, fight through adversity, and achieve at the highest levels.”  The bio section of Linkner’s blog goes on to include that, “Josh is an internationally-recognized thought leader and top-rated keynote speaker on innovation, creativity, reinvention, and hyper-growth leadership. His keynotes are focused on not only inspiring audiences, but also sharing actionable strategies to drive meaningful outcomes.” 

Read some of Linkner’s blogs below.  In addition, you can view some of his keynote speaking addresses here.

• Could Ford Have Dodged the F-150 Fiasco
• Never Trust A Squeaky Clean Mechanic
• When Pigs Fly
• Superpowers and Kryptonite
• Patching the Potholes
• Endangered Species

National Association of States United for Aging and Disabilities

The National Association of States United for Aging and Disabilities (NASUAD) holds a monthly call or webinar concerning topics of interest to those who work in the field of aging and disability.  One of the past calls focused on resources for people with Alzheimer’s and related dementias and their caregivers.  Information about future calls, and audio recording of previous ones, can be found here.

Upcoming 2018 Events

• AHCA/NCAL Congressional Briefing (Washington, D.C.) – June 4-5, 2018
• AHCA/NCAL 69th Annual Convention and Exposition (San Diego, CA) – October 7-10, 2018  

2018 Health Care Observances

June 2018 marks, among other observances, National Safety Month, Cataract Awareness Month, Men’s Health Month, and the 41^st Annual National Nursing Assistants Week (June 14-21).  The 2018 Healthcare Observances Calendar can be found here.