Education Update

EDUCATION UPDATE

2017 CALENDAR

August 1-2Methods of InstructionLouisville

August 9KAHCF Webinar Series: Antipsychotics

August 15-19State Training for Activity CoordinatorsLouisville

August 30Getting Ready for "Round 3" of the Requirements of ParticipationLouisville

September 20KAHCF Webinar Series: RoP Infection Control Program Updates and UTI-Catheter Use

September 26-27Advanced Social Services TrainingLouisville

October 3-4LTC Leadership TrainingLouisville

October 11KAHCF Webinar Series: Increase in ADL Help, Ability to Move Independently Worsened & Improvement in Function

November 7KAHCF Webinar Series: Discharge to Community

Nov 14-16KAHCF 2017 Annual Meeting & Trade Expo Louisville

Getting Ready for "Round 3" of the Requirements of Participation; Education set for August 16

With the implementation date for the Phase 2 requirements of the RoP fast approaching, it’s time to start “warming up” for what is coming in Phase 3. This seminar will provide “coaching” on the new Compliance and Ethics, Trauma Informed Care, and Training requirements to help make sure you are ready to go the distance. Tools, tips and strategies will be shared to help you achieve a “knock out” in your implementation of the new RoP. This education is presented by Janine Lehman. To register click here

KAHCF AND AHCA OFFER INFECTION PREVENTIONIST SPECIALIZED TRAINING COURSE

KAHCF and the American Health Care Association (AHCA) are ready to help you meet the new Infection Preventionist specialized training requirement finalized by CMS in the Reform of Requirements of Participation for Long Term Care Facilities.This Infection Preventionist Specialized Training (IPCO) course provides education for healthcare professionals who seek to serve as Infection Preventionists. Individuals who complete the course will be trained to effectively implement and manage an Infection Prevention and Control Program at their nursing facilities.The course is an online, self-study program with 23 hours of training. It includes online lectures, case studies and interactive components taught by subject matter experts who have real life experience working in long term/post-acute care. It addresses both clinical and organizational systems, processes and cultural aspects of infection prevention and control that are fundamental to effectively leading and administering a successful Infection Prevention & Control program. Upon successful completion of this program, participants will receive certificates including 23 ANCC contact hours. This flyer and letter contain more information about the training program. The training course registration fee is $450 for KAHCF/AHCAmembers. There are no refunds and no transfers.Payment and registration must be made online in ahcancalED or you can access the IPCO course here. Discounted group purchase rates are available for groups of 25 or more. If you’re interested in making a group purchase, please email AHCA at .

GAME PLAN FOR SUCCESS! REMEMBER TO SAVE THE DATE FOR THE 2017 ANNUAL MEETING AND TRADE EXPO

The 2017 Annual Meeting and Trade Expo will be held November 14-16 in Louisville at the Galt House East Hotel & Suites. To make your hotel reservations today please click here.

2017 Falls and Osteoporosis Summit slated for AUGUST 2

A Falls and Osteoporosis Summit will be held on August 2, 2017, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Bluegrass Care Navigators in Lexington. The training is hosted by The Kentucky Safe Aging Coalition, Kentucky Departmentfor Public Health, Kentucky Department for Aging and Independent Living, and the Kentucky Injury Prevention and Research Center. To register and learn more about the summit, click here

Please contact Angela Porter or call 502-425-5000 with any questions regarding the Education Update.

2016-17 BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING SCHEDULE:

September 21 – 11 a.m. ET, KAHCF Office
November 14 – 9 a.m. ET, Galt House Hotel
January 18 – 11 a. m. ET, KAHCF Office
March 15, 11 a.m., KAHCF Office