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 June 10.  

• 6/10-11—Steve Ford participated in AHCA’s Reimbursement Committee meeting in Washington DC.
• 6/11—April Payne briefed staff from Bon Secours on the PASRR Level 1 screening requirements.
• 6/12—Over 60 members participated in the annual VHCA PAC Golf Tournament at Hunting Hawk Golf Club
• 6/13—Met with Secretary of Health and Human Resources Daniel Carey, MD to discuss survey issues, the LTC screening process, workforce challenges, and CCC Plus.
• 6/13—Participated in a political fundraiser for Del. Todd Gilbert (R-Shenandoah).
• 6/13—Met with staff from the Department of Health to discuss certificate of public need.
• 6/13—Participated in the Virginia Nurses Association’s Access to Mental Health workgroup call.
• 6/14—Hosted a webinar to answer member questions on the changes to the screening for Long-Term Services and Supports/PASRR process.