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LeadingAge Wisconsin is a statewide, nonprofit association. Members include mission driven care providers serving residential and care needs of aging Wisconsinites across a range of settings: nursing homes, assisted living, life plan communities, hospice and individuals’ homes.
Seeking information on older adult services? We connect media with organizations that serve older adults in communities across the state and provide expert analysis and commentary on a wide range of issues, such as:
For more information, contact Vice President of Media and Community Impact Kate Battiato, at kbattiato@leadingagewi.org.
Mid-career professionals can become NHAs through this focused pathway designed to build confidence, expertise, and readiness for future leadership opp… More...
Lawmakers are in your community and looking for input. Discover easy ways to advocate for long-term care and make a lasting impact. More...
The Department of Education has updated its interim list of professional degree programs, preserving higher loan limits for nursing and rehab programs… More...
Lawmakers urge CMS to reinstate prior voting guidance, citing concerns over nursing home residents’ access to the ballot. More...
Most appealed Medicare Advantage denials are overturned, fueling calls for greater transparency and faster access to care for seniors. More...
Your LeadingAge Wisconsin Board of Directors has been busy over the past several weeks. Board Chair Michelle Godfrey shares the latest news and update… More...
Gain more time to address Medicare Part A cost report overpayments as CMS extends the default recoupment timeline from 16 to 41 days, effective Januar… More...
In a crowded, competitive labor market, Morrow Home Community used strategic construction planning and their culture of care to create a real edge. More...
Food safety escape rooms, cost control strategies, and creative IDDSI meal solutions made for an engaging meeting packed with practical ideas members … More...
Cedar Community's Annual Butterfly Release and Celebration of Life marked 15+ years of honoring residents' loved ones with music, reflection, and hund… More...
CMS announced that PBJ reporting will move to iQIES on Aug. 17, 2026. Facilities must obtain the correct iQIES roles through their Provider Security O… More...
Sen. Ron Johnson (R-WI) is the new chair of the Senate Budget Committee after the passing of Sen. Lindsay Graham (R-SC). His first hearing focused on … More...
Managing Medicaid is hard enough. Value First's new partner Medicaidsoft brings AI-powered tools to skilled nursing Medicaid applications, now live in… More...
With final Medicaid rates still months away, how best to budget in the meantime? Estimating rates is complex, with many factors yet unknown. LeadingAg… More...
LeadingAge WI is supporting a UW-Madison proposal to expand behavioral health services for rural long-term care residents through telehealth and help … More...
The changes eliminate provisions that prohibit conduct that has a discriminatory effect and reshape how discrimination claims against federally funded… More...
DHS’s Bureau of Assisted Living wrapped up its statewide forum series with updates on survey benchmarks, records access and a new Survey Readiness Gui… More...
Good news for nursing home administrators, social workers and dietary professionals! Change Makers offers CE opportunities for all three, including 7 … More...
Wisconsin lawmakers are launching a major review of AI in health care, exploring its impact on patient care, insurance decisions, and Medicaid, with p… More...
Newly updated in 2026, more than 300 clinical procedures to ensure high-quality and consistent care delivery. More...
LeadingAge President and CEO Katie Smith Sloan will join us in Green Bay to share her national perspective on advocacy and connect with attendees at t… More...
Budget decisions start now, but the biggest investments in long-term care will be shaped by Wisconsin’s next Governor and Legislature. More...
DOJ has made health care fraud a top enforcement target, signaling increased scrutiny of Medicare, Medicaid, and provider operations nationwide. More...
Learn how nursing homes can strengthen fire safety, PCREE compliance, documentation, and emergency preparedness to protect residents and avoid citatio… More...
Which sessions are generating the most buzz? Check out our Top 10 most anticipated sessions and register now to reserve your spot at Change Makers 202… More...
Members gathered for an afternoon of food and friendship with female leaders in senior living. More...
CMS has finalized changes to COVID-19 vaccination reporting in the SNF QRP. Learn what measures are being removed, when changes take effect and what f… More...
Morrow Home Community is bringing assisted living to Tomah. After six years in the works, the 36-bed facility breaks ground next spring, with completi… More...
A House committee advanced a healthcare transparency package that includes major Medicare Advantage reforms focused on prior authorization and plan ac… More...
Don't miss these important reimbursement developments, including Medicare rate increases, proposed adjustments, and upcoming deadlines. More...
Get ahead of CMS's new Risk-Based Survey model with newly released resources designed to help nursing homes prepare, stay compliant, and navigate upco… More...
DHS recently announced a public meeting on updates to the Methods of Implementation for Nursing Home Payment Rates on Friday, August 28, from 10 to 11… More...
A bipartisan Senate inquiry is demanding answers from three major Medicare Advantage plans over prior authorization denials for post-acute care and SN… More...
A new proposal could expand Medicare to cover in-home personal care services, helping older adults stay independent while reducing financial burdens o… More...
DHS will send annual report packets to Wisconsin nursing homes by September 1. Providers must review and return forms and pay required facility fees b… More...
Access your Five-Star Reports through the LeadingAge Report Portal. See how updated CMS ratings and quality measure threshold changes may affect your … More...
CMS' new nursing home voting guidance cites alleged election violations in Wisconsin, signaling increased scrutiny. Learn what providers should know a… More...
LeadingAge Wisconsin's newest Diamond Sponsor, Pease Bell, introduces a new approach to financial statement audits, supported by proprietary AI techno… More...
A new CMS proposed rule would reshape Medicaid provider taxes, tighten compliance requirements, and cut federal Medicaid spending by $246 billion over… More...
For 50 years, HCSG has helped long-term care communities elevate housekeeping and dining, delivering expertise, consistency, and support that enhance … More...
