| AHCA/NCAL Welcomes Two New Members to the National Quality Award Program Board | https://www.ahcancal.org/News-and-Communications/Press-Releases/Pages/AHCA-NCAL-Welcomes-Two-New-Members-to-the-National-Quality-Award-Program-Board.aspx | AHCA/NCAL Welcomes Two New Members to the National Quality Award Program Board | | | | | 2/28/2024 5:00:00 AM | | <div><span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US"><span data-ccp-charstyle="normaltextrun" data-ccp-charstyle-defn="{"ObjectId":"5008aeed-49d4-4e74-b90c-3dce8eabdb96|105","ClassId":1073872969,"Properties":[469775450,"normaltextrun",201340122,"1",134233614,"true",469778129,"normaltextrun",335572020,"1",469778324,"Default Paragraph Font"]}"><strong>WASHINGTON, </strong></span><span data-ccp-charstyle="normaltextrun"><strong>D.C</strong></span><span data-ccp-charstyle="normaltextrun"><strong>.</strong></span></span><span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US"><span data-ccp-charstyle="normaltextrun"><strong> –</strong> </span><span data-ccp-charstyle="normaltextrun">T</span></span><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US">he American Health Care Association/National Center for Assisted Living (AHCA/NCAL) is pleased to announce the appointment of two quality improvement leaders, Meera Riner and Andrea Aston, to the AHCA/NCAL National Quality Award Board. Meera Riner, Chief Operating Officer of Nexion Health Management, Inc., based in Sykesville, Maryland, and Andrea Aston, Administrator at George E. Wahlen Ogden Veterans Home in Ogden, Utah, will serve a three-year term starting January 2024.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></div><div><span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US"></span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></div><div><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US">"The addition of Meera and Andrea to the Quality Award board marks a significant milestone,” <strong>said Mark Parkinson, President and CEO of AHCA/NCAL.</strong> “Their extensive expertise and unwavering commitment to enhancing quality in long term care complements the board’s existing strengths, further driving the Quality Award Program towards new heights of excellence."</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></div><div><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US"></span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></div><div><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US">Riner has been a national advocate, executive, and clinician in long term care for over 25 years. She is a recognized Baldrige Program Fellow and has received several accolades, including the 2020 </span><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US">McKnight’s </span><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US">Woman of Distinction Hall of Honor and the 2022 Mary K. Ousley Champion of Quality Award. Riner has also served as a National Quality Award Program Examiner.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559685":-20,"335559737":-20,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></div><div><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US"><br></span></div><div><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US">Aston has been instrumental in advancing quality improvement efforts as the Administrator of George E. Wahlen Ogden Veterans Home. Under her leadership, the facility was awarded the prestigious 2019 National Gold Quality Award. </span><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US">She is a strong advocate for implementing the Baldrige Criteria and has served as a Quality Award Examiner.</span></div><div><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US"><br></span></div><div><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US">The AHCA/NCAL National Quality Award Program, inspired by the Baldrige Performance Framework, motivates long term care organizations to pursue systemic excellence. The Quality Award Board plays a crucial role in guiding the strategic direction of the program, reflecting AHCA/NCAL's commitment to promoting quality across the sector.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></div><div><span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US"><br></span></div><div><span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US">Proudly sponsored by SnapCare, MatrixCare, HealthCap and PharMerica, the program underscores a dedication to improving long term care quality.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></div><div><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US"><br></span></div><div><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US">For more details about the National Quality Award Program and its board members, please visit </span><a href="http://www.ahcancal.org/QualityAward" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" data-feathr-click-track="true" data-feathr-link-aids="60b7cbf17788425491b2d083"><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">www.ahcancal.org/QualityAward</span></span></a><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">.</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span><br><br><br><br></div> | We're pleased to announce the appointment of Meera Riner and Andrea Aston to the AHCA/NCAL National Quality Award Board. | |
| LAST CHANCE to Apply for a 2024 National Quality Award | https://www.ahcancal.org/News-and-Communications/Blog/Pages/LAST-CHANCE-to-Apply-for-a-2024-National-Quality-Award-.aspx | LAST CHANCE to Apply for a 2024 National Quality Award | | | | | 1/23/2024 5:00:00 AM | | If you have not applied for a 2024 National Quality Award, there is still a little time left. But the deadline is coming up fast, so do not wait. All Bronze, Silver, and Gold level applications must be finalized and submitted by 8 p.m. EST on Thursday, January 25, 2024.<br><br>If you need assistance or have questions, please contact the National Quality Award team at <a data-linkto="mailto:" href="mailto:qualityaward@ahca.org?subject=" title="qualityaward@ahca.org" data-feathr-click-track="true" data-feathr-link-aids="60b7cbf17788425491b2d083">qualityaward@ahca.org</a>.<br><div style="text-align:center;"><a href="/Quality/National-Quality-Award-Program/Pages/default.aspx" data-feathr-click-track="true" data-feathr-link-aids="60b7cbf17788425491b2d083" target="_blank"><strong>SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION</strong></a></div><br><div style="text-align:center;"><img src="/News-and-Communications/Blog/PublishingImages/Pages/LAST-CHANCE-to-Apply-for-a-2024-National-Quality-Award-/MP%20Quote%20Card.png" alt="MP Quote Card.png" style="width:400px;height:335px;" /><br></div><div style="text-align:center;"><br></div><div style="text-align:center;"><img src="/News-and-Communications/Blog/PublishingImages/Pages/LAST-CHANCE-to-Apply-for-a-2024-National-Quality-Award-/LB%20Quote%20Card.png" alt="LB Quote Card.png" style="width:400px;height:335px;" /><br></div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div><strong>Did You Know?</strong><br>You do not have to submit an Intent to Apply to successfully complete a Quality Award application! For more information about submitting an application, visit <a data-linkto="http://" href="http://ahcancal.org/QualityAward" title="ahcancal.org/QualityAward" data-feathr-click-track="true" data-feathr-link-aids="60b7cbf17788425491b2d083" target="_blank">ahcancal.org/QualityAward</a>.</div><div><span style="font-size:14.6667px;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size:14.6667px;"><br></span></div><div><p style="font-size:14.6667px;text-align:center;"><strong class="ms-rteForeColor-9">2024 Sponsor</strong><strong style="font-size:14.6667px;"><img src="/News-and-Communications/Blog/PublishingImages/Pages/AHCA,-NCAL-President-and-CEO-Mark-Parkinson-Urges-Members-to-Apply-for-a-National-Quality-Award/snapcare_inline_notag_fullcolor+gradient@4x.png" alt="snapcare_inline_notag_fullcolor+gradient@4x.png" style="margin:5px;width:351px;height:105px;" /></strong></p><span style="font-size:14.6667px;"></span><span style="color:#555555;font-size:14.6667px;background-color:#ffffff;"><br></span><br></div> | | |
| AHCA, NCAL President and CEO Mark Parkinson Urges Members to Apply for a National Quality Award | https://www.ahcancal.org/News-and-Communications/Blog/Pages/AHCA-NCAL-President-and-CEO-Mark-Parkinson-Urges-Members-to-Apply-for-a-National-Quality-Award.aspx | AHCA, NCAL President and CEO Mark Parkinson Urges Members to Apply for a National Quality Award | | | | | 1/17/2024 5:00:00 AM | | <p>The deadline to submit a 2024 <a data-linkto="https://" data-cke-saved-href="https://www.ahcancal.org/Quality/National-Quality-Award-Program/Pages/default.aspx" href="/Quality/National-Quality-Award-Program/Pages/default.aspx" title="National Quality Award" data-feathr-click-track="true" data-feathr-link-aids="60b7cbf17788425491b2d083" target="_blank" style="color:#046498;">National Quality Award</a> application is next week, Thursday, January 25 at 8 p.m. EST.<br><br>In this video message, AHCA/NCAL President and CEO Mark Parkinson urges members to continue their journey towards excellence in 2024 and apply.<br></p><p style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_n0iy5-7_Z4" data-feathr-click-track="true" data-feathr-link-aids="60b7cbf17788425491b2d083" target="_blank"><span class="ms-rteFontSize-3"><strong>WATCH NOW</strong></span></a><br></p><p>If you haven't already, make sure to utilize <a data-linkto="https://" data-cke-saved-href="https://www.ahcancal.org/News-and-Communications/Blog/Pages/Gear-Up-for-a-Transformative-Year-of-Excellence.aspx" href="/News-and-Communications/Blog/Pages/Gear-Up-for-a-Transformative-Year-of-Excellence.aspx" title="key resources" data-feathr-click-track="true" data-feathr-link-aids="60b7cbf17788425491b2d083" target="_blank" style="color:#046498;">key resources</a> such as the Criteria Series at each award level and the Silver and Gold Application Submission Templates to assist you in finalizing and submitting your application. And don’t forget to refer to <a data-linkto="https://" data-cke-saved-href="https://www.ahcancal.org/News-and-Communications/Blog/Pages/Gear-Up-for-a-Transformative-Year-of-Excellence.aspx" href="/News-and-Communications/Blog/Pages/Gear-Up-for-a-Transformative-Year-of-Excellence.aspx" title="help documents" data-feathr-click-track="true" data-feathr-link-aids="60b7cbf17788425491b2d083" target="_blank" style="color:#046498;">help documents</a> on navigating the application portal to ensure a smooth submission process.<br><br>Please contact the National Quality Award team at <a data-linkto="mailto:" data-cke-saved-href="mailto:qualityaward@ahca.org?subject=" href="mailto:qualityaward@ahca.org?subject=" title="qualityaward@ahca.org" data-feathr-click-track="true" data-feathr-link-aids="60b7cbf17788425491b2d083" target="_blank" style="color:#046498;">qualityaward@ahca.org</a> if you need any assistance or have questions.</p><p style="text-align:center;"><a href="/Quality/National-Quality-Award-Program/Pages/default.aspx" data-feathr-click-track="true" data-feathr-link-aids="60b7cbf17788425491b2d083" target="_blank"><span class="ms-rteFontSize-3"><strong>APPLY NOW</strong></span></a></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p style="text-align:center;"><a href="/Quality/National-Quality-Award-Program/Pages/default.aspx" data-feathr-click-track="true" data-feathr-link-aids="60b7cbf17788425491b2d083" target="_blank"><span class="ms-rteFontSize-3"><strong></strong></span></a><strong class="ms-rteForeColor-9">2024 Sponsor:</strong></p><p style="text-align:center;"><strong><img src="/News-and-Communications/Blog/PublishingImages/Pages/AHCA,-NCAL-President-and-CEO-Mark-Parkinson-Urges-Members-to-Apply-for-a-National-Quality-Award/snapcare_inline_notag_fullcolor+gradient@4x.png" alt="snapcare_inline_notag_fullcolor+gradient@4x.png" style="margin:5px;width:351px;height:105px;" /><br></strong></p><p></p> | | |
| WATCH NCAL Executive Director LaShuan Bethea Encourage Members to Apply for a National Quality Award | https://www.ahcancal.org/News-and-Communications/Blog/Pages/WATCH-NCAL-Executive-Director-LaShuan-Bethea-Encourage-Members-to-Apply-for-a-National-Quality-Award.aspx | WATCH NCAL Executive Director LaShuan Bethea Encourage Members to Apply for a National Quality Award | | | | | 1/10/2024 5:00:00 AM | | <div>The deadline to submit a 2024 <a href="/Quality/National-Quality-Award-Program/Pages/default.aspx" target="_blank" title="National Quality Award" data-feathr-click-track="true" data-feathr-link-aids="60b7cbf17788425491b2d083">National Quality Award</a> application
is next week, Thursday, January 25 at 8 p.m. EST.<br>
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In this video message, NCAL Executive Director LaShuan Bethea encourages members to continue their journey towards excellence in 2024 and apply.</div><div> <br><div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9h4PugYjN5k" data-feathr-click-track="true" data-feathr-link-aids="60b7cbf17788425491b2d083" target="_blank"><strong class="ms-rteFontSize-3">WATCH NOW</strong></a><br></div></div><div style="text-align:center;"><br></div><div></div><div>If you haven't already, make sure to utilize <a href="/News-and-Communications/Blog/Pages/Gear-Up-for-a-Transformative-Year-of-Excellence.aspx" data-feathr-click-track="true" data-feathr-link-aids="60b7cbf17788425491b2d083" target="_blank">key resources</a> such as the Criteria Series at each award level and the Silver and Gold Application Submission Templates to assist you in finalizing and submitting your application. And don't forget to refer to <a href="/News-and-Communications/Blog/Pages/Gear-Up-for-a-Transformative-Year-of-Excellence.aspx" data-feathr-click-track="true" data-feathr-link-aids="60b7cbf17788425491b2d083" target="_blank">help documents</a> on navigating the application portal to ensure a smooth submission process.<br> <br>Please contact the National Quality Award team at <a href="mailto:qualityaward@ahca.org?subject=" data-feathr-click-track="true" data-feathr-link-aids="60b7cbf17788425491b2d083" target="_blank">qualityaward@ahca.org</a> if you need any assistance or have questions. <br><div style="text-align:center;"><a href="/Quality/National-Quality-Award-Program/Pages/default.aspx" data-feathr-click-track="true" data-feathr-link-aids="60b7cbf17788425491b2d083" target="_blank"><strong class="ms-rteFontSize-3">APPLY NOW</strong></a></div><br><br><br></div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div style="text-align:center;"><span class="ms-rteForeColor-9" style="">2024 Sponsor</span><br></div><div><div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://snapcare.com/" data-feathr-click-track="true" data-feathr-link-aids="60b7cbf17788425491b2d083" target="_blank"><img src="/News-and-Communications/Blog/PublishingImages/Pages/WATCH-NCAL-Executive-Director-LaShuan-Bethea-Encourage-Members-to-Apply-for-a-National-Quality-Award/snapcare_inline_notag_fullcolor+gradient@4x.png" alt="snapcare_inline_notag_fullcolor+gradient@4x.png" style="width:291px;height:87px;" /></a><br></div><br></div> | | |