SDAHO Long-Term Care Weekly Update June 2, 2023

SDAHO Long-Term Care Weekly Update June 9, 2023. Each week, through our Unified Voice Newsletter, recipients will receive an overview of state, federal, policy and additional issues impacting post-acute...
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CMS Issues Requirements for Hospital Discharges to Post-Acute Care Providers

​On June 6, the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) released memo number QSO-23-16-Hospitals reminding state agencies, accrediting organizations and hospitals of the regulatory requirements for discharges and...

Ready to Become Part of the Freeman Community?

Are you looking for a new healthcare career? Ready for a slower pace of life in a smaller community that offers big town amenities? Freeman Regional Health Services in...

SDAHO Now Accepting Sponsorship and Vendor Application for 2023 Annual Convention

The South Dakota Association of Healthcare Organizations is looking for sponsors and exhibitors for the 2023 Annual Convention. This year will mark the association’s 97th year hosting the event,...

Effectiveness of CPR- By the Numbers

Ensuring patients have a clear understanding of the benefits and burdens of CPR will help them make an informed decision about their wishes. However, this conversation does not always...

June is Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month

June is Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month — an opportunity to hold a conversation about the brain and share the fact that Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias are a...

SDAHO Awarded HRSA Rural Workforce Network Grant

​The South Dakota Association of Healthcare Organizations (SDAHO) was recently awarded the Rural Network Developmental Grant through the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), which is an agency of...

Top Critical Access Hospitals Announced with Two South Dakota Facilities Recognized in the Top 20

The National Rural Health Association recognizes the Top 20 Critical Access Hospitals from a list of the Top 100 CAHs as determined by The Chartis Center for Rural Health....

SDAHO Education for the Week of June 12

​Register for SDAHO Education to earn continuing education credits and grow in your professional development. SDAHO members will receive all virtual education for no additional cost. New this year, registration...

June 12-18, 2023 is Community Health Improvement Week

The South Dakota Association of Healthcare Organization’s is celebrating Community Health Improvement (CHI) week June 12-18, 2023. What is Community Health Improvement Week? It’s a time to honor those working...

Are You Registered for the SDAHO 2023 Rural Health Leaders?

Time is running out to register for the South Dakota Association of Healthcare Organizations (SDAHO) Rural Health Leaders Conference. Register today for the SDAHO’s Rural Health Leaders Conference, June...

Learn Why Working in a Rural Healthcare Facility Offers a Great Work/Life Balance

For those who choose a healthcare career path, they understand the passion, and dedication it takes to everyday to serve their patients. Healthcare professionals can sometimes have hectic schedules...

SDAHO Long-Term Care Weekly Update June 2, 2023

Each week, through our Unified Voice Newsletter, recipients will receive an overview of state, federal, policy and additional issues impacting post-acute care. Each story will include a direct link...

Long-Term Care Sustainability Study and SDAHO Featured in McKnight’s Senior Living National Publication

The South Dakota Association of Healthcare Organizations (SDAHO) is actively taking part in a South Dakota legislative summer committee studying sustainable long-term care models. SDAHO reported on May 26...

SD Medicaid Eligibility and Enrollment Presented at 2023 Rural Health Leaders Conference

The South Dakota Association of Healthcare Organizations (SDAHO) will provide a session specific to South Dakota Medicaid during the 2023 Rural Health Leaders Conference. This year’s conference is taking...

Submit Nominations for SDAHO’s Distinguished Service Awards

​Remember to submit nominations for the Distinguished Service Awards presented at SDAHO's 97th Annual Convention. SDAHO recognizes nine categories for their exemplary service to health care and accomplishments in...

Ensuring Seniors’ Access to Quality Care Act

SDAHO and LeadingAge have been working for several years to address the federal Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) training lock-out penalty in nursing homes. On May 18, Senators Mark Warner...

Quality Corner: Continued Education for Today’s Generational Workforce

Did you know that there are 4 generations of individuals involved in today’s workforce?  Did you know that each generation has specific motivating factors that are important to them...

CMS Eliminates COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements for Health Care Workers

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services released regulatory changes to the COVID-19 health care staff vaccination requirements and long-term care facility testing requirements. The rule withdrew the COVID-19...

SDAHO Education for the Week of June 5

​Register for SDAHO Education to earn continuing education credits and grow in your professional development. SDAHO members will receive all virtual education for no additional cost. New this year, registration...