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E-News Update

Your Link to Long Term Care News in Massachusetts

May 14, 2020

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Register Now for Two Important Webinars

Register Now for Two Important Webinars on Friday,May 15th

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   E-News Updates

Stories of Caring and Recovery During National Skilled Nursing Care Week

Nursing facilities across the Commonwealth are getting creative with new ways to celebrate National Skilled Nursing Care Week (NSNCW) while keeping residents and patients safe from the COVID-19 pandemic. Mass Senior Care is pleased to share these positive stories during NSNCW which have been included in local and statewide coverage of dedicated caregivers and the incredible stories of recovery from patients.

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AG Healey and Mass. Senior Care Supply 730 Tablets to Nursing Homes to Keep Families Connected During Covid-19 Pandemic

Attorney General Maura Healey and Massachusetts Senior Care have partnered to supply 730 tablets to nursing home residents across the state to facilitate face-to-face communication with their loved ones during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Boston Mayor Marty Walsh Shares a Video Message of Gratitude to Long Term Care Facilities

Boston Mayor Marty Walsh shares a heartfelt video message to the residents and staff who live and work in Massachusetts skilled nursing facilities and assisted living residences.

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Letter From CMS Administrator to Nursing Home Workers

On May 11, 2020 the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Administrator Seema Verma penned a letter to nursing home management and staff.

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Community Engagement Continues to Bolster Spirits of Nursing Home Residents and Staff

Since the restrictions on visitation were enacted in early March, there has been an outpouring of support and encouragement for residents and staff from family members and communities across the state. We are pleased to share several opportunities for resident engagement and encourage you to contact the individuals/organizations listed below.

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Updates from the CDC

Responding to COVID-19 in Nursing Homes – This guidance is intended to assist nursing homes and public health authorities with response and cohorting decisions in nursing homes. This guidance supplements

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Upcoming Webinars Sponsored by CLA

Expense Tracking Tips and Other Key Insights for Economic Relief Fund Recipients Friday, May 15, 2020 11 a.m. – noon CT Infection Control Focused Surveys and the Impact on Senior

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Mass Senior Care Welcomes New Members

Mass Senior Care is pleased to welcome new members to our Association. Our Associate Members have demonstrated their commitment to the senior care provider community by joining Mass Senior Care and participating as exhibitors and sponsors for events and educational conferences.

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OIG LEIE Database Updated for April 2020

The US Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Inspector General (OIG) has released its updated list which reflects all OIG exclusions and reinstatement actions up to, and including, those taken in April 2020.

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In This Issue

  • Register Now for Two Important Webinars
  • Stories of Caring and Recovery During National Skilled Nursing Care Week
  • AG Healey and Mass. Senior Care Supply 730 Tablets to Nursing Homes to Keep Families Connected During Covid-19 Pandemic
  • Boston Mayor Marty Walsh Shares a Video Message of Gratitude to Long Term Care Facilities
  • Letter From CMS Administrator to Nursing Home Workers
  • Community Engagement Continues to Bolster Spirits of Nursing Home Residents and Staff
  • Updates from the CDC
  • Upcoming Webinars Sponsored by CLA
  • Mass Senior Care Welcomes New Members
  • OIG LEIE Database Updated for April 2020

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