VHCA-VCAL’s advocacy work on behalf of long term care providers is a year-round job.  While the General Assembly session may get most of the attention, the meetings and outreach we conduct with legislators, agency officials, and other stakeholders beyond session can have lasting impact on our ability to be effective advocates. 

We’ll be using this space to highlight VHCA-VCAL staff and leadership’s participation in meetings and events that are critical to the profession. 

Take a look at our outreach and advocacy work for the week of April 12, 2021.  

• 4/12—Participated in AHCA/NCAL’s weekly conference call for state affiliate staff on COVID-19.
• 4/12—Participated in the VDH Vaccine Advisory Committee work group.
• 4/13—Attended the AHCA/NCAL webinar on Follow Up Q&A: OSHA COVID-19 National Emphasis Program.
• 4/13—22 individuals attended the Developing and Implementing Capital Projects: Best Practices and Important Regulatory Considerations webinar led by Hancock Daniel’s Ryan Martin.
• 4/13—Met with representatives of Virginia’s community college system to discuss workforce issues.
• 4/14—Met with Joint Commission on Healthcare Committee staff as part of the study on long term care workforce needs.
• 4/15—Participated in the VDH COVID-19 Long Term Care Facility Task Force meeting.
• 4/15—Met with the Virginia Hospital and Healthcare Association to discuss COVID-19 vaccination issues.
• 4/15—22 individuals attended the Best Legal Practices for ALF Licensure Inspection Preparation and Response led by Kyle René.
• 4/15—Participated in a diversity, equity, and inclusion training session for AHCA state affiliate executives.
• 4/15—Participated in AHCA/NCAL’s biweekly call with state affiliates to discuss media and public relations resources.
• 4/16—Participated in a DMAS meeting on Medicaid dental care issues.
• 4/16—Hosted a member call on COVID-19 issues.