West River Nursing Programs Begin Transition
Plans are underway to transition bachelor-level nursing education programs in western South Dakota from two universities to one. The recommendation comes from a state...
LeadingAge Home Health and Hospice Community Event Recording
If you missed last month's LeadingAge Home Health and Hospice event, a recording of the webinar is now available to view online. It's an opportunity to still...
Elder Abuse Awareness Day and the State’s Preventative Measures
Last week Governor Noem proclaimed South Dakota will now take part in recognizing June 15 as Elder Abuse Awareness Day (EAAD). World EAAD began...
HHS Awards Workforce Grants for Vaccinations in Underserved Communities
On June 14, the US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) awarded $125 million to 14 organizations supporting underserved areas. The grants will...
​Medical Cannabis Program Website and Town Hall Opportunities for South Dakota
Medical cannabis will be legal in South Dakota on July 1, 2021. To provide information on the program and answer resident questions, the South...
HRSA COVID-19 Claims Reimbursement for the Uninsured Program Pays over 5 Million Claims
On June 17, the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) announced that their COVID-19 Claims Reimbursement to Health Care Providers and Facilities for Testing, Treatment,...
Quality Excellence Award Nominations 2021
Nominations are now being accepted for the South Dakota Association of Healthcare Organization’s annual Quality Excellence Awards. The awards will be presented during the...
Healthcare Hero Highlight: Kathi Herreid
If you are caring for someone suffering from Alzheimer’s disease or dementia, you may face difficult challenges as you try to provide care and...
DSS Launches Program to Help with Behavioral Health Costs
The Department of Social Services (DSS) recently launched the Behavioral Health Voucher Program, offering funding assistance and support for mental health and substance use...
Revised Reporting Requirements for Recipients of Provider Relief Fund Payments
The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) has released a revised Post-Payment Notice of Reporting Requirements for recipients of Provider Relief Fund (PRF) Payments....
