Nominations are now open for IHCA members in good standing who are interested in serving on the 2027 IHCA Board of Trustees. The nomination form must be submitted by June 27, with voting taking place July 31 through Sept. 8 and newly elected leaders announced at the IHCA Annual Business Meeting during the 2026 Convention on Sept. 15. Positions open include Board officers as well as chair and vice-chair roles for the skilled nursing, assisted living, home care and care continuum provider cabinets.
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Empower your employees with financial stability by providing them access to their wages sooner, offering free one-on-one financial counseling and enabling them to start a savings plan. With Payactiv, an IHCA-endorsed partner, you can implement a financial wellness program that benefits both your staff and your organization.
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VGM Education/CE Solutions, an IHCA Endorsed Product, works with long-term care facilities to meet compliance requirements while streamlining staff education offerings through its online learning platform.
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National Skilled Nursing Care Week, May 10–16, 2026, celebrates the compassion, growth and connections that define skilled nursing care through this year’s theme, “Moments in Bloom.” IHCA invites you to showcase your everyday moments of care. Submit photos to the IHCA communications team by this Friday, May 1, including your facility name and contact information, for a chance to be featured on IHCA’s social media channels. Additionally, IHCA is providing ready-to-use social media graphics and encouraging members to share photos of their celebrations for a chance to be featured. Facilities can also access additional planning tools and promotional resources from AHCA to enhance their week.
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IHCA is pleased to share that two IHCA members have been appointed by Governor Reynolds to serve on the Iowa Board of Nursing Home Administrators: BJ Baskerville of West Ridge Care Center and Lori Baranowski of Campbell Street Services. IHCA congratulates both appointees and appreciates their commitment to strengthening the long-term care profession.
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Lee Agency has specialized in insurance and risk management for senior living communities for nearly 30 years, partnering with hundreds of providers across the Midwest. Their team, which includes registered nurses and a claims and risk manager, offers CMS-compliant resources such as emergency planning, policy development and staff training. As an IHCA Endorsed Product, Lee Agency works closely with members to ensure quality coverage and effective claims handling.
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National Skilled Nursing Care Week, May 10–16, 2026, celebrates the compassion, growth and connections that define skilled nursing care through this year’s theme, “Moments in Bloom.” IHCA is providing ready-to-use social media graphics and encouraging members to share photos of their celebrations for a chance to be featured. Facilities can also access additional planning tools and promotional resources from AHCA to enhance their week.
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The Iowa Long Term Care Risk Management Association (ILTCRMA) is a self-insured association established in 1991 to provide workers’ compensation coverage for Iowa’s long-term care industry. Administered by Cannon Cochran Management Services, Inc., it offers competitive rates and comprehensive risk management services and encourages active member participation to help control costs.
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Prairie View Campus, an IHCA member, is turning a vacant memory care unit into a shared space with a childcare center, creating daily interaction between residents and children. The project aims to reduce isolation, boost resident engagement and meet a local childcare need — a creative approach IHCA is excited to see from its members.
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IHCA is pleased to welcome Madeleine Murphy to the team as Communications Coordinator. After beginning her time with IHCA as an intern in December, Madeleine transitioned into a full-time role this spring, where she supports the association’s communications and education efforts. IHCA is excited to have Madeleine on board and looks forward to the contributions she will make in supporting members and advancing the association’s mission.
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VGM Education/CE Solutions, an IHCA Endorsed Product, works with long-term care facilities to meet compliance requirements while streamlining staff education offerings through its online learning platform.
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Lee Agency has specialized in insurance and risk management for senior living communities for nearly 30 years, partnering with hundreds of providers across the Midwest. Their team, which includes registered nurses and a claims and risk manager, offers CMS-compliant resources such as emergency planning, policy development and staff training. As an IHCA Endorsed Product, Lee Agency works closely with members to ensure quality coverage and effective claims handling.
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On Thursday, March 12, IHCA held its monthly Home Care Provider Update Call to discuss important developments in home health and home care. Conversation covered the OASIS E-2 system, changes to patient care measures and surveys, key bills moving through state legislature, Spring Conference announcements and medication error reporting and denials.
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BCG Research, an IHCA Endorsed Product and Iowa-approved CoreQ vendor, helps long-term care providers measure patient, resident and staff satisfaction through standardized surveys. They offer CoreQ and customized survey options, along with reporting support to help facilities track and understand results. Through IHCA Provider Solutions, members can access these trusted services to improve operations and outcomes.
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Through an exclusive partnership between AHCA/NCAL and Compass Total Benefit Solutions, IHCA nursing facility and assisted living members have access to innovative, ACA-compliant employee health and insurance programs that are benefit-rich, easy to administer and usable by employees from day one.
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AHCA has launched the its National Skilled Nursing Care Week (NSNCW) planning guide, promotional toolkit and themed products to help facilities plan and promote celebrations taking place May 10–16, 2026. The materials provide ideas for organizing activities, engaging media and elected officials, using official graphics and sharing stories to highlight the week.
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VGM Education/CE Solutions, an IHCA Endorsed Product, works with long-term care facilities to meet compliance requirements while streamlining staff education offerings through its online learning platform.
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Lee Agency has specialized in insurance and risk management for senior living communities for nearly 30 years, partnering with hundreds of providers across the Midwest. Their team, which includes registered nurses and a claims and risk manager, offers CMS-compliant resources such as emergency planning, policy development and staff training. As an IHCA Endorsed Product, Lee Agency works closely with members to ensure quality coverage and effective claims handling.
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Over 9,300 nursing homes, assisted living facilities, residential care homes, skilled care facilities, independent living communities, retirement communities and other senior care providers trust HPSI Purchasing Services for quality products and services at a low price.
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Empower your employees with financial stability by providing them access to their wages sooner, offering free one-on-one financial counseling and enabling them to start a savings plan. With Payactiv, an IHCA-endorsed partner, you can implement a financial wellness program that benefits both your staff and your organization.
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AHCA has announced “Moments in Bloom” as the theme for the 2026 National Skilled Nursing Care Week, beginning on Mother’s Day, May 10. The theme highlights how everyday acts of compassion and teamwork in skilled nursing care grow into meaningful experiences for residents, families and staff. AHCA has released theme graphics and will provide planning resources, toolkits and promotional materials in late February to support the celebration.
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VGM Education/CE Solutions, an IHCA Premier Partner, works with long-term care facilities to meet compliance requirements while streamlining staff education offerings through its online learning platform.
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The Iowa Long Term Care Risk Management Association (ILTCRMA) is a self-insured association established in 1991 to provide workers’ compensation coverage for Iowa’s long-term care industry. Administered by CCMSI, it offers competitive rates, comprehensive risk management services and encourages active member participation to help control costs.
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As we kick off 2026, IHCA President and CEO Brent Willett reminds members that work in long-term care isn’t a tragedy — it’s a calling that requires resilience, skill and professionalism. He reaffirms IHCA’s commitment to elevating the work of providers and advocating for the fairness, respect and recognition the profession has earned.
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Written and sponsored by Melinda Renshaw, RN-RAC-CTA of Renshaw Reimbursement & Consulting, this article highlights recent CMS surveyor guidance changes that place increased scrutiny on MDS accuracy, documentation and resident interview practices. It outlines common MDS-related survey tags and risk areas facilities are seeing during surveys, with practical insight to help teams strengthen compliance and avoid citations.
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VGM Education/CE Solutions, an IHCA Premier Partner, works with long-term care facilities to meet compliance requirements while streamlining staff education offerings through its online learning platform.
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Lee Agency has specialized in insurance and risk management for senior living communities for nearly 30 years, partnering with hundreds of providers across the Midwest. Their team, which includes registered nurses and a claims and risk manager, offers CMS-compliant resources such as emergency planning, policy development and staff training. As an IHCA Endorsed Product, Lee Agency works closely with members to ensure quality coverage and effective claims handling.
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Lee Agency has specialized in insurance and risk management for senior living communities for nearly 30 years, partnering with hundreds of providers across the Midwest. Their team, which includes registered nurses and a claims and risk manager, offers CMS-compliant resources such as emergency planning, policy development and staff training. As an IHCA Premier Partner, Lee Agency works closely with members to ensure quality coverage and effective claims handling.
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BCG Research, an ECSI partner and affiliate of the Brighton Consulting Group, is an Iowa-approved CoreQ vendor currently assisting long-term care and senior living providers in measuring and reporting patient and family satisfaction for their communities.
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VGM Education/CE Solutions, an IHCA Premier Partner, works with long-term care facilities to meet compliance requirements while streamlining staff education offerings through its online learning platform.
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IHCA-branded apparel is now available for purchase through IHCA's new online apparel store. A variety of IHCA-branded clothing items are available, including t-shirts, sweatshirts and jackets in both men’s and women’s sizes, as well as backpacks and tote bags.
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Lee Agency has specialized in insurance and risk management for senior living communities for nearly 30 years, partnering with hundreds of providers across the Midwest. Their team, which includes registered nurses and a claims and risk manager, offers CMS-compliant resources such as emergency planning, policy development and staff training. As an IHCA Premier Partner, Lee Agency works closely with members to ensure quality coverage and effective claims handling.
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IHCA is seeking member feedback through its 2025 Member Satisfaction Survey to help guide future initiatives in education, communication and member support. Members are encouraged to complete the short, 15-minute survey by this Friday, Nov. 14, using the link that corresponds with their sector. The results will help IHCA enhance the value and effectiveness of its programs and services.
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IHCA-branded apparel is now available for purchase through IHCA's new online apparel store. A variety of IHCA-branded clothing items are available, including t-shirts, sweatshirts and jackets in both men’s and women’s sizes, as well as backpacks and tote bags.
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IHCA is seeking a Digital Communications Intern for the upcoming spring 2026 semester. From email newsletters to event promotions and website updates, this role will help us communicate the important work being done in long-term and post-acute care, as well as the services IHCA provides to health care professionals. This paid internship offers the opportunity to build skills in digital marketing, content creation and communications strategy while contributing to a mission-driven organization. Those wishing to apply should submit their résumé and a short cover letter outlining interest in the position to
[email protected].
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Over 9,300 nursing homes, assisted living facilities, residential care homes, skilled care facilities, independent living communities, retirement communities and other senior care providers trust HPSI Purchasing Services for quality products and services at a low price.
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Empower your employees with financial stability by providing them access to their wages sooner, offering free one-on-one financial counseling and enabling them to start a savings plan. With Payactiv, an IHCA-endorsed partner, you can implement a financial wellness program that benefits both your staff and your organization.
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IHCA is seeking member feedback through its 2025 Member Satisfaction Survey to help guide future initiatives in education, communication and member support. Members are encouraged to complete the short, 15-minute survey by Friday, Nov. 14, using the link that corresponds with their sector. The results will help IHCA enhance the value and effectiveness of its programs and services.
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IHCA is seeking a Digital Communications Intern for the upcoming spring 2026 semester. From email newsletters to event promotions and website updates, this role will help us communicate the important work being done in long-term and post-acute care, as well as the services IHCA provides to health care professionals. This paid internship offers the opportunity to build skills in digital marketing, content creation and communications strategy while contributing to a mission-driven organization. Those wishing to apply should submit their résumé and a short cover letter outlining interest in the position to
[email protected].
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The Iowa Central Fuel Testing Laboratory offers high-quality laboratory services, such as gas and diesel generator test packages. Its laboratory offers personal service and rapid turnaround, often within 72 hours, at a low cost.
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