THCA Notes
Volume XXXI, Number 9
September 2016
WELCOME THCA’s Newest Provider & Associate Business Members!
Senior Quality Lifestyles Corporation
- MIRADOR, Corpus Christi
- QUERENCIA AT BARTON CREEK, Austin
- THE STAYTON AT MUSEUM WAY, Fort Worth
- THE BUCKINGHAM, Houston
- THE PLAZA AT EDGEMERE, Dallas
CONSTANT CARE TECHNOOGY
FORBO FLOORING
HEALTH RESOURCE SERVICES/AMERINET
IDENTISYS
IDOCSWEB
INFOR
MAXIMUM HEALTH PARTNERS, LLC
MEDICAL SYSTEMS OF DENVER
MEDPRO ASSOCIATES
ONYX POWER & GAS CONSULTING, LLC
PRIME CARE TECHNOLOGIES
PROPEL INSURANCE
SMART SCRUBS
SEPTEMBER HEALTHCARE OBSERVANCES:
September 11: National Grandparents Day
Purpose: Since 1978, this day has recognized and celebrated both paternal and maternal grandparents. Website
September 11-17: Environmental Services and Housekeeping Week
Purpose: To recognize environmental services teams as essential personnel in the execution of infection control cleaning protocols, patient safety goals, and customer satisfaction Organized by: the Association for the Healthcare Environment (AHE) Address: 155 N. Wacker Drive, Suite 400, Chicago, IL 60606 Main Line: (312)-422-3860. Website
September 11-17: National Assisted Living Week®
Purpose: Since 1995, this week has provided a unique opportunity for residents, families, staff, volunteers, and the surrounding community to come together to organize activities and events that honor assisted living residents Organized by: the National Center for Assisted Living (NCAL) Address: 1201 L St. NW, Washington, DC 20005 Main Line: (202)-842-4444. Website
September 18-24: National Rehabilitation Awareness Week
Purpose: To educate the masses about the benefits and impact of rehabilitation Organized by: the National Rehabilitation Awareness Foundation Address: 100 Abington Executive Park, Clarks Summit, PA 18411 Main Line: 800-943-NRAF. Website
Month of September: Healthy Aging® Month
Purpose: To encourage local level Healthy Aging® events that promote taking personal responsibility for one’s health, be it physically, socially, mentally or financially Organized by: Healthy Aging® Address: P.O. Box 442, Unionville, PA 19375 Main Line: (610)-793-0979 . Website
Month of September: National Preparedness Month
Purpose: To educate the public about how to prepare for emergencies, including national disasters, mass casualties, biological and chemical threats, radiation emergencies, and terrorist attacks Organized by: the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Main Line: (800)-621-FEMA. Website
Daily Posting on THCA’s Social Media
Daily posting on THCA’s Twitter and Facebook portals provide valuable information and reminders for long term care providers/caregivers, family members, LTC advocates; and shares the wonderful events, celebrations, etc. that take place in Texas Nursing, Rehabilitation & Assisted Living facilities with the general public!
Visit our Website, “Like” our Facebook page and “Follow” us on Twitter – and encourage your staff to as well!
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President’s Report
Legislative Update
Commitment to Care
State / THCA News
National / AHCA News
Education
Top 5 Reasons to Attend the 2016 THCA Annual Convention and Trade Show
Announcements & Recognition
- Announcements/Recognition – September 2016