The CMS Medicaid Innovation Accelerator Program (IAP) is hosting a webinar for state Medicaid and housing agencies interested in learning about Tools and Resources for Successful State Medicaid-Housing Agency Partnerships.
SILC-NET is hosting a teleconference and webinar to discuss strategies on how SILC and DSEs can improve how they collaborate. This webinar will clarify the roles and responsibilities of SILCs and DSEs and strategies on improving SILC and DSE relationships. Marijane Waldron and Michelle James of the West Virginia Division of Rehabilitation Services and Ann McDaniel of the West Virginia Statewide Independent Living Council will present. Speakers will discuss:
Resources for Integrated Care (RIC) is hosting a conversation about promoting self-management for individuals dually eligible for Medicaid and Medicare in wellness planning. The Institute of Medicine defines self-management as “the tasks that individuals must undertake to live well with one or more chronic conditions”. These tasks can include diet, exercise, socializing, and other daily tasks. Judith Cook, PhD- who consults with federal agencies such as the National Institutes of Health and the Veteran’s Administration- will facilitate the conversation.
As part of an ACL supported grant and in partnership with n4a, the USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology is hosting a webinar providing information on a range of home modifications to support aging in place. Speakers will discuss how design and cost can affect decision-making and consumer choice in order to emphasize the importance of home modification in the accessibility of services for older adults.
NCLER is hosting a webinar to discuss how lawyers can be prepared to advocate for the least restrictive alternatives in adult guardianship cases. David Godfrey of the ABA Commission on Law and Aging and Catherine Seal of Kirtland & Seal, LLC will discuss:
The National Council on Aging (NCOA) is hosting a webinar just in time for Medicare Fall Open Enrollment. This webinar will help those who provide counseling services to Medicare beneficiaries understand how coverage options can change in the new year, especially with Medicare Advantage and Part D plans. Emily Whicheloe of the Medicare Rights Center will discuss Medicare coverage options, changes beneficiaries can make to their coverage during Fall Open Enrollment and throughout the year, and Medicare assistance programs to help beneficiaries manages costs.
SILC-NET is hosting a national teleconference and webinar to provide strategies for SILCs to boost their fundraising efforts. Sandra Breitengross Bitter of the Texas State Independent Living Council and Brad Williams of the New York State Independent Living Council (NYSILC) will discuss their experiences in resource development and share how they’ve increased revenue for their SILCs. Participants can expect to learn about:
In response to the challenges CBOs experience in contracting with healthcare entities, the Trailblazers Learning Collaborative developed a standard long-term services and supports (LTSS) care management client experience survey. As part of the Aging and Disability Business Institute Series, ASA and n4a are hosting a webinar that will provide an overview of the care management experience survey and it’s significance.
NCLER is hosting a webinar discussing the challenges of accessing behavioral health services. Webinar participants can expect to learn strategies services providers can use to help people access behavioral health services. This webinar will highlight behavioral health services coverage for individuals who are dually eligible for Medicare and Medicaid. Presenters include Denny Chan and Natalie Kean of Justice in Aging.
Wellsky is hosting a webinar discussing research on the significance of spiritual well-being. Matt Estrade, MA, MBA will also provide strategies organizations can adopt to support clients' spiritual needs while receiving services. Participants can expect to learn:
