News for the Assisted Living Industry in Wisconsin
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News from Wisconsin Assisted Living News Blog
DHS Unveils Initial Plans for Functional Screen Changes
(Added 05/16/2013) More
By Forbes McIntosh, WALA Lobbyist: Representatives from the Department of Health Services (DHS) unveiled some initial plans to modify the functional screen for entry into the long-term care system in Wisconsin. Beth Wroblewski, Deputy Administrator of the Division of Long Term Care, told the Wisconsin Long Term Care Advisory Council that DHS officials have already [...]
Assisted Living Forum Update
(Added 05/16/2013) More
By Government Policy Solutions: The Department of Health Services Division of Quality Assurance (DQA) held a brief Assisted Living Forum last Tuesday to give updates on the following items: The division has revised its assisted living provider initial license applications. Only 40 facilities have signed up so far to participate in the electronic SOD/POC initiative. [...]
Disability Pride Madison Kick-Off Event
(Added 05/15/2013) More
As a special treat, Disability Pride Madison presents: Johnny Walsh Finalist in the 2011 & 2012 Madison’s Funniest Comic Competitions Friday, May 24, 2013 7:00pm The Brink Lounge 701 E. Washington, Madison Then, Join the Talent Search and Open Mic! If you are a person with any disability and would like to sing a song, [...]
Efficient Facility Lighting for Energy Savings and Productivity Training Available
(Added 05/15/2013) More
The Energy Center of Wisconsin just launched a course in June and also have a new lighting study related to LEDs in parking structures available that may be of interest to you! Below is course info and a link to access the parking structure study. Efficient facility lighting for energy savings and productivity Rodney Heller [...]
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