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Welcome to the Home Care Association of Washington Preparing for a Disaster Hurricane Sandy, the Boston Marathon bombings, and the Oklahoma tornadoes are recent reminders that disaster can strike anywhere, anytime. The potential of earthquakes and other natural or terrorist related incidents happening in our state are very real. Although most of us would rather not think about it, preparation before an incident and coordination and collaboration during an incident, are essential for managing resources and saving lives. All Washington State healthcare professionals and facilities should know what to do and how to respond in case of an incident in our state. That knowledge starts with a basic understanding of the National Incident Management System (NIMS). You can learn more about this by taking the interactive online course in this link: http://emilms.fema.gov/IS100hcb/indexMenu.htm. When (not if, but when) a widespread disaster strikes, it will not be business as usual. There will be a new pathway for obtaining resources, such as personnel, supplies, and equipment. There will be a centralized dispatch for personnel to respond to emergencies. Standardized terminology specific to NIMS that facilitates effective communication will be used. Plan now to familiarize yourself and your staff to the emergency infrastructure.
Thank you to everyone who was able to join us for our 2013 Annual Conference, "Extreme Homecare Makeover"! If you attended any of the sessions, please make sure to fill out the online survey that was emailed out. After we receive your survey results, we will send you a certificate of completion. You can find presentation information on our Schedule of Events page.
Home Care Manager Certificate Program 
HCAW has partnered with CAHSAH in the launch of a newly updated online course for home care managers and front line supervisors covering core business operating principles and identifying tools necessary to successfully manage a home care agency. The goal of the Home Care Manager Certificate Program HCMCP™ On-Demand is to provide attendees with the core management business operating principles and competencies to successfully and effectively operate a home care organization. This program is entirely online through our CAHSAH Portal. The Home Care Manager Certificate Program HCMCP™ is an interactive and intensive educational program, providing leading edge management concepts and skills that are critical for home care managers to know and understand. This program was designed to accommodate all sections of home care, from private pay to large home care agencies. There are two modules to choose from; Private Duty or Medicare Certified. Click here for more information or to sign up today! Home Care Administrator Certificate Program The goal of the Home Care Administrator Certificate Program HCACP™ is to provide a supportive learning environment for administrators and senior managers. The HCACP™ will strengthen your competencies to position your organization for success and help you integrate the complexities of quality, compliance, financial management, and strategic performance. The HCACP™ is broken down into a three module curriculum. Each participant will receive a comprehensive manual that is a must-have resource for years to come. Click here for more information. |
