DOJ: People with serious mental illness unnecessarily segregated in assisted living communities
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Kimberly Bonvissuto
May 16, 2024
Nebraska is “unnecessarily” segregating people who have serious mental illness in assisted living communities and day programs, violating federal disability laws, according to the Justice Department.
Lawmakers pump brakes on proposed HCBS funding boost
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Kimberly Bonvissuto
Apr 17, 2024
Senior living providers in Wisconsin are asking lawmakers to act on a proposal to take advantage of a “once-in-a-lifetime” funding opportunity for its Medicaid home- and community-based services programs.
Assisted living providers to face increased regulation from bill headed for governor’s signature
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Kimberly Bonvissuto
Apr 08, 2024
A bill expected to become law and targeting assisted living reform in Arizona addresses some best practices long touted by industry experts, but it also brings an increase in regulations for providers.
California’s senior living and care sector at ‘critical juncture’
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Kimberly Bonvissuto
Apr 08, 2024
California’s senior living and care sector is at a critical juncture, with the state Master Plan on Aging underscoring the need to expand the direct care workforce and improve outcomes for workers, according...
Codifying dementia registry would help prioritize brain health resources in Virginia
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Kimberly Bonvissuto
Mar 28, 2024
A dementia registry project is poised to become codified into Virginia state law, prioritizing brain health and the equitable allocation of resources.
Assisted living claims victories in Florida budget, sees promise in future talks
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Kimberly Bonvissuto
Mar 19, 2024
Senior living industry experts are calling Florida’s $117 billion state budget a mix of hits and misses regarding programs supporting older adults.
Bills would make WA LTC insurance program benefits portable to other states
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Kimberly Bonvissuto
Mar 08, 2024
Workers in Washington state soon may be able to bring their state long-term care benefit with them if they move out of the state.
Attorney general looks to expand enforcement authority over assisted living
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Kimberly Bonvissuto
Jan 17, 2024
Expanding the ability to enforce penalties on assisted living communities that violate a resident’s rights is a new goal for Maryland’s top attorney.
More news for Thursday, Jan. 11
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Kimberly Bonvissuto
Jan 11, 2024
Senator vows to repeal new DOL independent contractor rule … University of Arizona designated an ‘Age-Friendly University’ … Top senior living food trends blend tradition, innovation … Florida...
HCBS class-action lawsuit could be catalyst for elevating assisted living’s role in providing services
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Kimberly Bonvissuto
Dec 05, 2023
Certification of a class-action lawsuit against New Hampshire’s home- and community-based services waiver program could be the catalyst for elevating assisted living as a viable Medicaid option, according...