ADvancing States Releases Issue Brief on Technology Access During COVID-19

ADvancing States is pleased to announce the release of a new issue brief on Technology Access During COVID-19: State Aging and Disability Initiatives. Click here to read the brief.

The 2020 HCBS Conference is in the Books!

Thank you to everyone who helped make the virtual 2020 HCBS Conference a success. The recordings are now available for attendees to view on ADvancing States IQ. We can't wait to see you all for HCBS 2021!

Announcing the Alumni Leadership Network!

ADvancing States is proud to announce the Alumni Leadership Network (ALN), offering robust professional networking opportunities as well as opportunities to utilize your LTSS and HCBS expertise as alumni! Click here to learn more.

Conversation Tips Toolkit

This Toolkit is intended to benefit volunteers and staff who are participating in outreach calls with individuals receiving services. It provides conversation tips in the areas of building trust, creating engaging conversation, understanding expectations and roles, and caring for yourself. Access the course for free at www.advancingstatesiq.org

ADvancing States and CHCS Release Brief on Data and Dual Eligible Integration

This brief provides a primer on how Medicare data can help states better deliver care to dually eligible individuals. It also details information about data sources and other resources available to help obtain and analyze Medicare data. Click here to read this new report.

Newly Updated IQ Course: Disability for I&R Specialists

This recently updated course offers participants an overview of key issues relevant to providing information and referral/assistance to individuals with disabilities. Topics include disability awareness, effective communication, services and resources, and disability rights. Enroll for free at www.advancingstatesiq.org

ADvancing States Releases Brief on Aging and Disabilities IT Considerations

This issue brief is the first publication from the Aging and Disabilities Technology Workgroup. The paper seeks to define key IT terms for agency staff and explain how they relate to the technology that is currently used in aging and disabilities services. Click here to read more.

COVID-19 Resources for State Agencies

ADvancing States has compiled COVID-19 resources relevant to the aging and disability networks. This web page includes the latest federal guidance from ACL, CMS, and the CDC. You can also view materials from other state agencies. Learn more at: www.advancingstates.org/covid-19

ConnectToCareJobs.com

This website helps solve the critical problem that all healthcare entities are facing—how to fill staffing gaps in a timely fashion. This online tool uses a matching algorithm to pair job seekers with healthcare facilities in need of additional staff. It also provides states with actionable data about the workforce needs in their facilities. Click here to learn more.

National Core Indicators- Aging and Disabilities

The NCI-AD project collects and maintains data to help states measure and improve the quality of their publicly funded LTSS systems that serve older adults and people with physical disabilities. Please contact April Young, NCI-AD Director, at ayoung@advancingstates.org for more information

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