HFAM Conference:
Green means go! Registration for the HFAM conference, which includes both virtual and in person options, is picking up – please resister today! Don’t miss out on gaining from the insights and perspectives of all of our presenters and participants including:
- Clif Porter, Sr. VP of Government Affairs, AHCA/NCAL
- Bob Atlas, President and CEO, Maryland Hospital Association
- Candace Dodson Reed, Chief of Staff, Office of Equity and Inclusion at University of Maryland Baltimore County
- Gene Ransom, President and CEO, MedChi
- Laura Poskin, MPSG, Executive Director, Age-Friendly Greater Pittsburgh
- Dennis Schrader, Secretary, Maryland Department of Health
- Our HealthCare Heroes Luncheon and Inaugural Presentation of the Charles Aaron Ritchey Memorial Scholarship!
- Allison Ciborowski, President and CEO, LeadingAge Maryland
- Kevin Heffner, President and CEO, LifeSpan Network
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Lt. Col. Waldo Waldman, The Wingman – Keynote speaker providing an uplifting and motivated message. CLICK HERE FOR A PREVIEW.
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Please have you and your teams register today and tomorrow. CLICK HERE to register.
Remember, the conference offers 20+ CEUs, workforce development opportunities, eight general sessions, and a chance to discover new products and services whether in person or online.
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Monoclonal Antibody new EUA:
- Regeneron can be used for post-exposure prophylaxis for unvaccinated persons at high risk and for those who have been vaccinated but not expected to have mounted an adequate immune response, even with the vaccine.
- Regeneron may be administered subcutaneously when IV infusion is not available in a timely manner.
- Regeneron can be ordered directly through the supplier - AmerisourceBergen
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Here is a link to administration information https://www.regencov.com/hcp/dosing/dosing-administration
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Also, here is the link to the recent video with Dr. Katz, Dr. Haft, and Dr. Loome: https://youtu.be/jECXgAFH8wI
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As Always:
- Focus on what is in your control and not what is out of your control.
- Overcommunicate – with residents, patients, families, staff, and government partners.
- Adapt and innovate.
- Rely on your partnerships.
- Speak up when you need help.
- Double efforts on infectious disease protocols, training, and operations.
- Take and document your action; keep a timeline.
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CLICK HERE for the Dr. Katz Video, and please see the Donning and Doffing Checklist we have been sharing.
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Joe DeMattos
President and CEO
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OSHA to Release ETS on Vaccine Mandate
Last week, President Biden released his COVID-19 Action Plan, including mandates for COVID-19 vaccines and/or testing for employees working for employers that have 100 or more employees. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) will release an Emergency Temporary Standard in the next 2-8 weeks for this mandate. OSHA will release an FAQ prior to issuing the ETS including how OSHA will calculate 100 employees (per building, organization, etc).
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Upcoming COVID-19 Webinars
NHSN is hosting the following three training webinars directed toward specific facility types that will cover the new updates to the COVID-19 Vaccination modules. The updates include the new data reporting categories, as well as the monthly reporting plan. In addition, the training webinars will go over questions #4 and #5 on reporting additional or booster doses in the COVID-19 Vaccination module.
Wednesday, September 22, 2021 at 1 PM EST
Thursday, September 23, 2021 at 2 PM EST
Friday, September 24, 2021 at 1 PM EST
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Reminder: Medline Spot Buys
Please consider ordering additional masks if you do not currently have a significant stockpile. The supply chain continues to be struggling, and we would prefer you play it safe with the uncertainty.
To meet the demand for medical supplies during this time of supply chain strain, Medline has sourced and procured several new products through "spot buys" in order to alleviate the pain due to shortages on some of our traditional products.
- An overview of the spot buy program
- Products currently available
- Details on availability, pricing, and other purchase specifics
Keep in mind that what is included and available may change from week to week
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Visit with First Financial Federal Credit Union at the upcoming HFAM conference! Representatives from the credit union will be available to discuss opening accounts and how to offer the credit union as a benefit to your employees.
As a reminder, HFAM has partnered with First Financial Federal Credit Union to offer our members access to all that the credit union has to offer. Credit Unions provide the same services as a bank, but offer lower loan rates, higher dividend rates, little or no fees, and maintain a commitment to the communities that they serve. You are eligible to join as an HFAM member, plus your immediate family members are eligible to join.
Join First Financial and open a new account of any type from now through October 31st and you will receive $25!
To join online simply go to firstfinancial.org/open or visit any branch. Choose Partner Group Promo Application and enter promo code: PROMO25. You will need your ID and $5 to open your account – your $25 cash deposit will be made after the promotional period ends. We look forward to having you join our credit union family!
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We are thrilled to announce that you can now attend the 2021 HFAM conference in person OR virtually. The 2021 HFAM Conference “Together We Re-Imagine” will be held in person AND online from October 4 – 7, 2021 at the Maryland Live Hotel and Casino in Hanover, Maryland.
Hundreds of long-term care leaders will connect, share best practices and discuss actionable insights on how we can reflect, reform, rebuild, and revolutionize quality care. You and your teams will not want to miss this opportunity as we come together again.
No matter how you attend, you will gain valuable knowledge and insight through exclusive, dynamic presentations and an innovative Solutions Lounge.
CEs awarded for in person and virtual attendance.
for more information and to register.
HFAM's safety protocol requires proof of vaccination
or a negative PCR test within 72 hours of attendance.
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Thank you to our current sponsors! |
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Plus, Visit our Sponsors and Supporters in the
Brand New "Solutions Lounge"
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Did you miss an update?
Visit our website to view all previous HFAM alerts, as well as guidance
from our federal and state partners.
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