Virtual | Cohort 3 Starts October 7! We are excited to announce the next cohort to provide you with exceptional leadership training. HCAM partnered with...
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Hundreds of your peers will be there. How about you? Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from industry leaders, get up-to-date information about the sector...
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Workforce Background Check: MCL 400.734b requires all adult foster care employees who have regular direct access or provide direct services to AFC residents to complete...
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Reminder: Deadline to renew your Homes for the Aged (HFA) license is July 31, 2025. The following are the basic instructions to renew: Go to...
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National Assisted Living Week (NALW) 2025 is quickly approaching. This year’s celebration will take place September 7-13 with the theme “Ageless Adventure.” The 2025 NALW...
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Established by the National Center for Assisted Living (NCAL) in 1995, National Assisted Living Week provides a unique opportunity for residents, their loved ones, staff,...
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National Assisted Living Week (NALW) 2025 is quickly approaching. This year’s celebration will take place September 7-13 with the theme “Ageless Adventure.” The 2025 NALW...
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The Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs will host AFC group home new provider training via zoom on July 16, 2025, 8:30 a.m. to...
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Included in HCAM’s 2025 Strategic Plan is a comprehensive review of the MI-Choice Waiver program, including how it is funded. We need your perspective to understand...
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The Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) is moving toward having all Home for the Aged licenses expiring on the same date, July...
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Licensing consultants and surveyors with the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affair (LARA) will soon have access to the Workforce Background Check System. Providers...
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The Adult Foster Care (AFC) single ruleset continues to move through the rule promulgation process. The Notice of Public Hearing has been posted, with the hearing scheduled...
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Pictured here are the first six students, from St. Anne’s Mead, to attend HCAM’s new Medication Management for Students course. They are joined by course...
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State Survey Data is Now Available The National Center for Assisted Living (NCAL) partnered with Formation HealthCare and is using CarePrepare and In-Cite data to...
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National: The National Center for Assisted Living (NCAL) opened their 2025 Awards Program nominations. The deadline to apply is May 30, 2025. Please note that, in order to...
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The Adult Foster Care (AFC) single ruleset continues to move through the rule promulgation process. Here is an overview of the most significant changes. The new rules...
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New this year, HCAM launched an Assisted Living Scholarship to provide financial awards to help employees meet education expenses and advance the long-term care profession....
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Don't forget that HCAM Assisted Living members have access to an online community just for our group to facilitate communication among members. We can use...
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Included in HCAM’s 2025 Strategic Plan is a comprehensive review of the MI-Choice Waiver program, including how it is funded. We need your perspective to understand...
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Included in HCAM’s 2025 Strategic Plan is a comprehensive review of the MI-Choice Waiver program, including how it is funded. We need your perspective to understand...
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A new version of the Summary of Resident Rights form that must be completed for Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) recipients in Adult Foster...
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The National Center for Assisted Living (NCAL) is conducting a
3-minute salary survey to gather valuable insights and feedback.
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iMPROve Health, formerly known as MPRO (Michigan Peer Review Organization), is Michigan’s designated Quality Improvement Organization.
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On January 2, President Biden signed the Senator Elizabeth Dole 21st Century Veterans Healthcare and Benefits Improvement Act into law. This law creates a pilot program...
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Michigan's 102nd Legislature’s two-year term ended in December 2024 without passing House Bill 4841.
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Senator Mark Kelly is expected to introduce federal assisted living legislation in the coming weeks. The ASSISTED in Assisted Living Act establishes an Assisted Living...
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The Quality in Assisted Living Collaborative (QALC) released Infection Prevention and Control Guidelines for Assisted Living Communities, a resource documenting recommended approaches for use by...
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The National Center for Assisted Living (NCAL) has joined a coalition in advocating for the movement of H.R. 8371, the Senator Elizabeth Dole 21st Century...
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HCAM is now offering another form of Medication Management training for our members. Our current program, Medication Management for Instructors, is a train-the-trainer style that...
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In 2025, HCAM will be offering another form of Medication Management training for our members. Our current program is a train-the-trainer style that equips the...
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Do you hold a CALD certification? If so, you are required to renew it every three years to remain in good standing. The current certification...
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The Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) recently shared a new form with HCAM. A Home for the Aged may use the “Quality Review...
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The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced a training series on the Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) provisions of the Medicaid Access...
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The Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) reports that it is nearing the final edits of the draft Adult Foster Care (AFC) single...
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Assisted living communities with an active CLIA waiver are eligible to receive free monthly shipments of over-the-counter COVID-19 test kits from the Department of Health...
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The Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) held a virtual town hall meeting to discuss the changes in the draft Adult Foster Care...
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As a reminder, the HCAM website provides valuable resources for assisted living members including Regulatory Resources for HFA & AFC. In addition to HCAM, the association's national...
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Assisted Living communities that received a Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) Certificate to perform COVID-19 testing will need to renew it when the certificate expires, if...
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HCAM continues to engage with stakeholders, the bill sponsor and other legislators to amend House Bill 4841, which makes significant changes to the AFC Licensing Act. As...
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It's Not Too Late to Participate in HCAM's Grant-Funded Dementia Care Program The Michigan Health Endowment Fund Board approved HCAM's grant application for dementia training...
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HCAM extended the deadline to nominate individuals for the Awards of Excellence to this Monday, July 15. Assisted living community members are encouraged to submit nominations for...
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HCAM greatly values our independent owner members and understands that your needs often differ from multi-facility and corporate owners. That’s why we’d like to host...
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HCAM is pleased to announce the Michigan Health Endowment Fund Board approved our grant application for dementia training for our assisted living members. The Enhancing Dementia...
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National Assisted Living Week (NALW) 2024 is quickly approaching. This year’s celebration will take place September 8-14 with the theme "Inspiring Generations." The 2024 NALW Planning Guide is...
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HCAM is pleased to announce the Michigan Health Endowment Fund Board approved our grant application for dementia training for our assisted living members. The Enhancing...
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This is a Certified Assisted Living Director (CALD) renewal year. Anyone who holds a CALD certification is required to renew it every three years to...
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Trend Tracker launched a new measure for assisted living communities to track and trend falls and falls with injury. Assisted living providers requested these new...
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Being a successful team leader in an assisted living community requires broad knowledge, technical skills and the soft skills necessary to effectively lead others. AHCA...
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CMS published the final rule, “Ensuring Access to Medicaid Services (CMS-2442-F),” on April 22, 2024. The final rule supports ongoing initiatives to enhance health care accessibility...
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The Administration for Community Living (ACL) and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Office of Disability Integration and Coordination are partnering on a four-part webinar series beginning...
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On March 29, OSHA published a final rule clarifying the rights of employees to authorize a representative to accompany an OSHA compliance officer during an inspection of...
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AHCA/NCAL members are strongly encouraged to nominate those in their community who go above and beyond to provide exceptional service in the long-term care profession. The NCAL...
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This is a Certified Assisted Living Director (CALD) renewal year. Anyone who holds a CALD certification is required to renew it every three years to...
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With emerging communicable diseases, including multidrug resistant organisms, it's important for assisted living team members to understand standard, contact and airborne precautions. NCAL’s Infection Prevention and...
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Yesterday, April 2, a Connected Community workspace launched for all assisted living members. This online community is a private, password-protected workspace just for our group...
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You spoke, and we listened! HCAM developed a new and improved Train the Trainer Program specifically geared to prepare Home for the Aged, Adult Foster...
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In early April, we will launch the HCAM Assisted Living Members Connected Community workspace. This online community will be a private, password-protected workspace just for...
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In January, the U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging held a hearing, "Assisted Living Facilities: Understanding Long-Term Care Options for Older Adults." As a follow-up,...
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Please complete HCAM's wage compensation survey for assisted living communities by March 1. The survey asks for data on your facilities’ expenses over the last three years,...
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You spoke, and we listened! HCAM developed a new and improved train the trainer program specifically geared to prepare Home for the Aged, Adult Foster...
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On January 25, the U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging held a hearing, "Assisted Living Facilities: Understanding Long-Term Care Options for Older Adults." As a...
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To assist in your workforce strategy for recruitment/retention, HCAM requests your help: Please complete HCAM's wage compensation survey for assisted living communities by Wednesday, February 21. The survey...
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Your facility’s HCAM membership includes access to the National Center for Assisted Living (NCAL). Throughout 2023, NCAL increased the resources offered to assisted living members. The...
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NCAL's upcoming assisted living webinar series is "The New Generation and the Challenges They Face." The series will discuss caring for the new generation in...
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On January 18, a multiple bill package that creates a stand-alone statute for regulating children and adult camps was introduced in the Michigan Senate. If passed, the...
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Sign up for free adult first-Aid, CPR/AED and bloodborne pathogen training with Corewell Health Lakeland. The training, funded in part by a MIOSHA Consultation Education and Training...
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The U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging will hold a hearing, "Assisted Living Facilities: Understanding Long-Term Care Options for Older Adults" tomorrow, January 25 at...
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NCAL recently hosted an interactive webinar about the importance of advocacy — providing information on why assisted living providers should care about advocacy, the key...
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We want to highlight media coverage regarding a theft at a West Michigan assisted living community. It was recently brought to our attention that a similar incident...
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HCAM is reviewing a draft of the new Adult Foster Care Facilities (AFC) Administrative Rules to provide feedback to the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA)....
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Holiday Decorating Reminders from Bureau of Fire Services The Bureau of Fire Services understands that senior living communities strive to provide a home-like atmosphere, especially...
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Register Today for the Assisted Living Advocacy Webinar on December 5 Join AHCA/NCAL on an interactive webinar Tuesday, December 5, 2023, from 2 to 3...
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HCAM is hosting a Sales and Marketing Boot Camp for assisted living professionals to boost your selling effectiveness. By adopting 8 simple, research-based sales standards,...
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Join AHCA/NCAL on an interactive webinar Tuesday, December 5, 2023, from 2 to 3 p.m. ET to learn the importance of advocacy, why assisted living...
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The Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs, Bureau of Community and Health Systems (LARA/BCHS), in conjunction with the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services...
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HCAM continues advocacy efforts to oppose House Bill 4841, which if implemented, would significantly change the Adult Foster Care Facility Licensing Act. HCAM member Jon Zima...
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Please take our brief survey: To enhance HCAM’s Medication Management training, we need your feedback. We are asking all assisted living communities to complete this survey,...
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According to senior focus groups, we are far from promoting excellence in senior living. According to research, many people remain "fearful" and "distrusting" of our...
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Hospital & Healthcare Compensation Service (HCS) is conducting its annual Assisted Living Salary & Benefits Study and requests your participation. Assisted living providers are asked to complete...
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Earlier this year, NCAL worked with Brown University to conduct an analysis of Silver and Gold Quality Award winners compared with those who are not awardees...
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Published by the National Center for Assisted Living (NCAL), this $250, downloadable resource allows you to customize policies according to your center's needs. It offers a comprehensive collection...
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AHCA/NCAL published a new resource on preparing for inspections from the Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA). This comprehensive resource provides members with information on how to prepare...
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HCAM continues advocacy efforts to oppose HB 4841, which if implemented, would significantly change the Adult Foster Care Facility Licensing Act. HCAM member Jon Zima of Dockerty...
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This year's theme for National Assisted Living Week is "Season of Reflection." The week-long, annual, national observance provides a unique opportunity for residents, their loved ones,...
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Updated guidance released by the federal government will extend state home- and community-based waivers that had been implemented during the COVID-19 public health emergency. McKnight’s...
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Michigan House Bill 4841 would add staffing, training and other burdensome requirements to the Adult Foster Care Licensing Act. The additional requirements do nothing to...
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The Going PRO Talent Fund makes awards to employers to assist in training, developing and retaining current and newly hired employees. Join Capital Area Michigan Works!...
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Recently introduced House Bill 4841 would add staffing, training and other burdensome requirements to the Adult Foster Care Licensing Act. The additional requirements do nothing...
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U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced a new version of Form I‑9, Employment Eligibility Verification. Employers must use the I‑9 to verify the identity and employment...
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The Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) published its final rule: “Improve Tracking of Workplace Injuries and Illnesses.” Effective January 1, 2024, the rule modifies existing...
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On June 22, 2023, Rep. Stephanie Young introduced House Bill 4841. The provisions of this bill are detrimental to licensed Adult Foster Care communities in Michigan....
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The Bureau of Fire Services (BFS) has provided several resources with HCAM to share with members. Response to Kitchen Fires, Sample Fire Door Inspection Form, PowerPoint on...
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The Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs Adult Foster Care Division created an AFC Provider YouTube Training Channel where Adult Foster Care applicants and providers can...
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The U.S. House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs – Subcommittee on Health held a legislative hearing focused on several pieces of pending legislation, including H.R. 1815 Expanding...
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Assisted living providers can learn more about value-based care and how your organization can benefit from engaging in population health management by attending an upcoming...
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Four national associations representing assisted living providers across the country are partnering with the National Association for Regulatory Administration (NARA) on the creation and launch...
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On June 22, 2023, Representative Stephanie Young introduced House Bill 4814. Passing this bill would be detrimental to licensed Adult Foster Care communities in Michigan. HCAM...
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Joseph Forro, Operations Chief at the Bureau of Fire Services, shared a document with HCAM to help assisted living providers prepare for a fire inspection.
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The Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) will send out notices at the end of June/early July about a new process for license...
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Within the next couple of weeks, enhancements to the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs’ (LARA) Home for the Aged (HFA) website will be...
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HCAM is working on a Michigan Health Endowment Fund grant application for dementia training for assisted living providers. We have created a survey to gauge...
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Nominations are open for NCAL’s 2023 Jan Thayer Pioneer Award. The award recognizes an individual who has moved the senior care profession forward, positively affecting...
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The Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) has referred the Adult Foster Care (AFC) rules to the Joint Committee on Administrative Rules (JCAR) —...
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Changes to the Adult Foster Care (AFC) rules continue to move through the administrative rule process. While a public hearing about the proposed changes was...
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The Homes For the Aged (HFA) Administrative Rules were filed with the Great Seal for the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs - Bureau of...
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Did you know that your HCAM membership includes national membership with AHCA/NCAL? Have you used ahcancalED or the other helpful resources that NCAL offers? The AHCA/NCAL...
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The Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO) recently launched a Workplace Mental Health Resource Hub, which is a centralized hub to share resources and...
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