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LeadingAge Wisconsin is a statewide, nonprofit association. Members include mission driven care providers serving residential and care needs of aging Wisconsinites across a range of settings: nursing homes, assisted living, life plan communities, hospice and individuals’ homes.
Seeking information on older adult services? We connect media with organizations that serve older adults in communities across the state and provide expert analysis and commentary on a wide range of issues, such as:
For more information, contact Vice President of Media and Community Impact Kate Battiato, at kbattiato@leadingagewi.org.
This Workforce Network Meeting is designed for anyone interested in aligning compensation strategies with organizational values, while finding new way… More...
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services issued a food & nutrition services memo that could impact nursing homes. More...
SNF Quality Reporting Program data for Q4 2025 is due May 18 at 11:59 p.m. MDS, NHSN, and influenza vaccination data are all included — no late correc… More...
Wisconsin’s top court has taken up a high‑stakes property tax case. Briefing begins in May, with arguments to follow, setting the stage for a decision… More...
Dr. Kari Everson details known, significant issues affecting the Payroll-Based Journal (PBJ) submission system in May 2026. Many facilities are experi… More...
HHS unveiled a plan to reduce unnecessary psychiatric medications, with key implications for nursing homes already under scrutiny for psychotropic and… More...
BNHRC surveyors shared trends they’re seeing statewide. Review the most common citations discussed at recent forums and how facilities can use this in… More...
Mark your calendar: LeadingAge is hosting a Nursing Home Network call on May 7 dedicated to discussion of the Fiscal Year 2027 SNF PPS proposed rule More...
The newly renamed John Sauer Leadership Academy (I-LEAD) recently wrapped its 2025-26 program with 15 graduating fellows & a fond farewell to long-tim… More...
LeadingAge Wisconsin members headed to Washington, DC to learn, lead, and advocate—bringing workforce and Medicare priorities to Capitol Hill while ma… More...
Knowledge is power in setting your compensation strategy. Participate in our Long-Term Care Compensation Survey to gain valuable insights on how to al… More...
Dr. Kari Everson details how two OIG reports shine the spotlight on antipsychotic use. Learn what steps to take now to be prepared for new and continu… More...
After losing the Provider Portal, DHS is launching Provider Finder. The new tool will offer deeper insight into survey results, trends, and facility d… More...
Congratulations Jennifer Michalak, staff development coordinator at Clement Manor, & Marissa Janke, VP of development & outreach at LeadingAge WI, for… More...
The search for the next CEO of LeadingAge Wisconsin has officially launched! Candidate nominations or expressions of personal interest may be directed… More...
DQA has extended an invitation to LeadingAge Wisconsin members to foster positive and successful regulatory relationships More...
Congratulations to Sara Kekula of M3 Insurance on her statewide recognition as a 2026 WI Insurance Power Player, honoring her impactful work supportin… More...
CMS is moving forward with a program offering RNs, LPNs, and LVNs up to $40K in loan repayment and $10K in living stipends at qualifying nursing homes… More...
Oakwood Village welcomes three senior living veterans to its leadership team, adding new, and returning, expertise in operations, HR, and marketing to… More...
DHS is reviewing 2025 audits and now requiring corrected resubmissions. Plus, key updates on 2024 audit reimbursements and an important WINHRS portal … More...
CMS clarified survey timing in revised QSO‑26‑03-NH. Learn what the five‑hour rule, updated entrance times, and consecutive‑day requirements mean for … More...
Survey trends in Wisconsin nursing homes reveal pressure injuries as the top deficiency in early 2026—highlighting missed assessments, delayed care pl… More...
H.R. 3954 would count all hospital days toward Medicare's 3-day SNF qualifying stay, regardless of observation status. The bill has 33 co-sponsors and… More...
Wisconsin has been selected to participate in a CMS Risk‑Based Survey (RBS) pilot, and early results are generating strong excitement among regulators… More...
CMS recently released a memo clarifying federal requirements for nurse aide training programs. Current program providers and anyone interested in appl… More...
Updated Five Star Reports are now in the LeadingAge Report Portal, reflecting April 29 Care Compare data with changes across all three rating domains. More...
LeadingAge Wisconsin members shine at the 2026 CHAASE Spring Banquet, celebrating scholarships and awards for the exceptional leadership and innovatio… More...
OSHA has just released a directive that revises its implementation of a National Emphasis Program (NEP) that may impact adult day care centers, compan… More...
Automatic Employment Authorization Document (EAD) extensions were ended for many categories, but several practical steps are available for employers a… More...
Survey delays of hours are happening due to MFA issues in PointClickCare. DHS shares practical fixes providers can implement now to keep surveys movin… More...
Dr. Kari Everson brings us the latest from DQA on the immediate jeopardy determination process, HAI Coalition restructuring, healthcare personnel retu… More...
CMS is pressing states to swiftly revalidate high-risk Medicaid providers, setting tight deadlines and signaling that failure to act could factor into… More...
A new HHS OIG report finds 73% of U.S. nursing homes have inadequate or unreliable emergency power systems, citing maintenance, coverage, and aging eq… More...
Join the LeadingAge Wisconsin Annual Meeting June 22 at 10am via Teams. Get updates on finances, budget approval, national news, CEO search, and board… More...
BNHRC is expanding EDOC statewide after strong provider feedback. Learn how the switch to electronic document sharing is reducing disruption, duplicat… More...
A new workshop helps NHAs, directors of nursing, compliance staff, and others responsible for survey readiness and regulatory compliance turn deficien… More...
Pearl Harbor survivor and Navy veteran Rolland Briar marked his 104th birthday at Dimensions Living Green Bay, surrounded by friends, family, and staf… More...
Wisconsin DHS DQA is launching the new mandatory ePOC system for nursing homes, with a phased rollout starting May 1. Providers must secure iQIES acce… More...
Bob Archer of Dimensions Living® Appleton earns WTWH’s 2026 Memory Care Innovation Award for blending faith, compassion, and innovation to elevate lif… More...
A new psychotropic medication stewardship workgroup was introduced at the recent BNHRC forums. Learn why the group is forming, its four key aims, and … More...
