Talk Title: “The Habitable Worlds Observatory: A Story of Life in the Universe” Talk Description: The Habitable Worlds Observatory (HWO) is a flagship space telescope concept recommended by the astronomy community to be NASA’s next great observatory after the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) and the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope. Its primary, groundbreaking mission is to […]
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Overview This session will focus on the challenges of infection control in housekeeping and laundry within long-term care. Learning Objectives Describe the infection control requirements for both housekeeping and laundry in long-term care. Investigate different cleaner and disinfectant products and instructions for use related to your facility equipment and supplies. Determine if current infection prevention […]
Overview This Webinar will define social media and review the various internet-based platforms that allow individuals and communities to share healthcare-related information. Participants will explore the advantages, disadvantages, and growing impact of artificial intelligence and social media in healthcare communication and connection. The session will also outline best-practice guidelines for using social media and electronic […]
Seminar is Free for Leading Age and HCFM members. Cost is $75 for non-members. Program Objective: Learn the elements of Total Safety Management, a comprehensive behavior- based safety program, to reduce employee injury and minimize workers compensation expense. Learn about claims management and the HCFM workers compensation insurance trust. Continuing Education Credits: Approved for 5.0 […]
Overview This session will review potential causes of CAUTIs and UTIs and explore updates in CAUTI prevention and catheter care, including nurse-driven practices. The presenter will provide opportunities for on-line interactive education and a deep dive into the best practices for infection prevention within a long-term care setting. Learning Objectives Outline the etiology of CAUTIs […]
Overview The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) have revised the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) to reduce non-electronic submission of supplemental documentation and to further protect the confidentiality of protected health information. Although the revisions have a two-year compliance period, all health care providers must be prepared to transmit electronic supporting […]
Overview This course explains the Discharge Function Score, a key CMS quality measure that evaluates whether short-term residents meet or exceed expected functional outcomes at discharge based on GG items. It reviews how the score is calculated, which items are included or excluded, and how risk adjustment factors – such as prior level of function […]
Overview Substance Use Disorders and Suicide are a significant problem in the elderly population. As this segment of the population continues to grow, we can expect to see more elderly patients with issues in which they turn to substances or depression that leads to suicidal thoughts or attempts. Studies have shown that elderly patients with […]
Seminar is Free for Leading Age and HCFM members. Cost is $75 for non-members. Program Objective: Learn the elements of Total Safety Management, a comprehensive behavior- based safety program, to reduce employee injury and minimize workers compensation expense. Learn about claims management and the HCFM workers compensation insurance trust. Continuing Education Credits: Approved for 5.0 […]
For over 20 years, LeadingAge Illinois and Rush Alzheimer’s Disease Center have offered the Dementia Leadership Course, a comprehensive educational series intended to provide Dementia Leaders with information they need to develop their skills and grow in their roles. Dementia experts have recently re-designed this interactive program and added an ongoing networking component. The course […]
For over 20 years, LeadingAge Illinois and Rush Alzheimer’s Disease Center have offered the Dementia Leadership Course, a comprehensive educational series intended to provide Dementia Leaders with information they need to develop their skills and grow in their roles. Dementia experts have recently re-designed this interactive program and added an ongoing networking component. The course […]
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