The GUIDE Model has the potential to transform care for individuals living with dementia and their unpaid caregivers. This new program, which the CMS Innovation Center intends to launch in 2024, could also pave the way for innovative partnerships between healthcare providers, assisted living communities, and community-based organizations that provide dementia care. Join Sarah Keenan, President of Integrated Care for Bluestone Physician Services, and Fred Bentley, Managing Director at ATI Advisory, for an in-depth discussion of the opportunities and challenges that the GUIDE Model presents for assisted living operators and other dementia care providers. ​This is free and accessible to AHCA/NCAL members. The webinar will be recorded.

The Facility Assessment webinar begins by explaining the regulatory requirements of the Facility Assessment- it is mentioned over 100 times throughout the State Operations Manual! This information is built upon through explaining the relationship between the Facility Assessment and everything else facilities do on a day-to-day basis. The webinar reviews how to complete a facility assessment and how to then determine which competencies are necessary, based upon that assessment. A sample Facility Assessment is also provided as a resource along with many resources on Facility Assessments and competencies. Disclaimer: This webinar has not been approved by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) or any other federal or state agency. This webinar is not intended as legal or operational advice, nor should it be relied upon as advice with CMS or other government regulatory agencies. Registration is $50 for members and $75 for non-members.

Building a Lasting Relationship with Surveyors is a tool prepared by the AHCA Survey Regulatory Committee. The tool provides useful information on preparing for surveys, ahead of the survey by building lasting relationships with surveyors. Additionally, the tool provides best practices for during a survey, and after the survey is complete. Finally, there are resources within the provided webinar, as well as audit tools to prepare for surveys, and for use during a survey. This is free and accessible to AHCA members only.

Learn from providers across the country as they discuss innovative ideas and concepts, they have engaged to empower residents and support their self-care.