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WHAT DOES MEMBERSHIP IN WISCONSIN’S PREMIER ASSISTED LIVING ASSOCIATION
DO FOR YOU?
- Publications, Classes and other Benefits – WE KEEP
YOU INFORMED.
- Liaison to the Bureau of Quality Assurance: Over the last 10 years,
WALA has developed a strong relationship with BQA. WALA is leading
the way in the HFS 83 rewrite process. You can count on us to take
your concerns in the regulatory arena directly before the BQA.
- Advocacy:
WALA is a leading voice in long-term care public and assisted living.
We are your voice!
- Fax and email blasts: Our members are always on
the inside track! Via fax and/or email, we keep you up to date on breaking
news on both
the
state and national level that effects your facility.
- WALA Watch: WALA’s
quarterly newsletter – another critical
element in communicating the most important issues with our members.
- The Largest Assisted Living Conference in Wisconsin: In 2004, WALA
saw 536 people at our annual conference and 57 exhibitors. We sell
out of exhibitor space every year!
- Fall Symposium: WALA hits the road
to all 5 BQA regions every year to bring you a full day of information
on regulatory issues.
- Assisted Living Resource Directory: A printed
catalogue of WALA’s
Associate members; 75 industry experts that provide services to CBRFs,
RCACs and AFHs at your finer tips!
- Free listing on the WALA website www.ewala.org Including a 75 word description of your facility and/or
the services you offer the assisted
living industry
- Professional Credibility & Visibility: Your commitment
to professional growth should enhance your professional credibility
and will reflect
your dedication to the assisted living industry.
- Pre-approved HFS 83 Training Materials from Assisted Living University
ADDITIONAL BENEFITs - WALA Provider,
Associate Member & Supporting Partners
All of the above plus:
- Reduced Rates: Association members have lower
fees for the WALA conference, seminars, and other educational events.
- Networking Opportunities: The best access you can have to the assisted
living market is via WALA. With over 500 Provider, Associate, Supporting
Partner and Government members, you’ll make connections to key
players in the industry that will help you offer the best care possible
and grow your business.
- Promotional Opportunities: Advertise your product
or service to those who need it. WALA's newsletter, the WALA Watch
(published 4 times per
year), the Assisted Living Resource Directory (mailed to all 2,400
providers in Wisconsin), and the 24/7 daily exposure of Enhanced
Listings on the
WALA website, www.ewala.org, are excellent, cost-effective tools
for you to market your products to the decision-makers in the industry.
- Information: We provide what you need to make informed decisions.
- Golf:
The WALA Autumn Classic Golf Tournament. Golf = business. Plan every
fall for the WALA Autumn Classic. Join 100 of your favorite
business
associates on the premier courses in Wisconsin.
- Volunteer Opportunities:
Networking with others. WALA has numerous committees that allow you
an opportunity to network with others
in the industry and work on programs, conferences, legislation,
late-breaking
issues and events, etc.
WALA Provider Members
All of the above
plus:
- ALFA Membership: Provider membership includes membership
in the Assisted Living Federation of America, the national leader in
assisted
living.
Take advantage of all the national association benefits including
the magazine Assisted Living Today, The ALFA Advisor, reduced rates
at
the national conference and access to national industry updates
and trends, as well as access to 20 reduced buying programs.
- MORE!
Now members will soon be able to logon to the WALA website to post
job listings and vacancies.
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