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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.
CMS released a Medicaid interim final rule implementing HR 1's work requirements for expansion enrollees, with states required to have programs operat… More...
Stay current on assisted living regulations, best practices, and industry trends through Wisconsin DHS's quarterly Assisted Living Forums. Upcoming se… More...
Wisconsin’s assisted living facilities grew in 2025, with more residents, new quality initiatives, and updated regulations. Discover key trends, enfor… More...
The national feature showcased the meaningful work taking place within aging services communities to encourage civic participation among residents. Re… More...
This leadership role is an opportunity to help shape one of our most collaborative and clinically focused member groups. Individuals with a clinical b… More...
A wave of immigration policy shifts is turning a chronic workforce challenge into an urgent operational risk for aging services providers, affecting w… More...
Facing a talent shortage, St. Camillus built an electrician apprenticeship from within, creating career pathways, strengthening teams, and proving sen… More...
An initiative of the American Senior Housing Association, Where You Live Matters is a no-cost resource that helps families explore senior living optio… More...
2025 Wisconsin Act 115, known previously as the "Next-of-Kin" bill, went into effect this week. DHS published its required forms and an on-demand webi… More...
GWAAR’s new FAQ explains Wisconsin’s next-of-kin law, offering clear, practical guidance to help providers and families navigate this new approach to … More...
Congratulations Jennifer Michalak, staff development coordinator at Clement Manor, & Marissa Janke, VP of development & outreach at LeadingAge WI, for… More...
HHS unveiled a plan to reduce unnecessary psychiatric medications, with key implications for nursing homes already under scrutiny for psychotropic and… More...
The Wisconsin Director of Nursing Council hosts weekly support calls every Wednesday at 7 a.m. to help leaders navigate ever-changing challenges. Sign… More...
H.R. 3954 would count all hospital days toward Medicare's 3-day SNF qualifying stay, regardless of observation status. The bill has 33 co-sponsors and… More...
Madison’s Oakwood Center for Arts and Education redefines senior living with a premier stage, uniting generations through music, performances, and lif… More...
Join LeadingAge's Rural Provider Network to engage with other rural providers across the nation. More...
Direct Supply is offering a new round of monthly deals designed to help members save on essential equipment and everyday items. More...
The Wisconsin Representatives of Activity Professionals (WRAP) are hosting their 48th annual conference at Chula Vista in the Wisconsin Dells, Septemb… More...
Nurses face real risks beyond the bedside. Discover why personal liability insurance is essential—and how it protects your license, career, and peace … More...
Each week LeadingAge provides a newsletter with information across a range of member types and member interests. Have you signed up? More...
SNF Quality Reporting Program data for Q4 2025 is due May 18 at 11:59 p.m. MDS, NHSN, and influenza vaccination data are all included — no late correc… More...
The Wisconsin Dept. of Health Services Bureau of Assisted Living is rolling out new tools to make the survey process more collaborative, efficient and… More...
Recruitment is underway with national outreach continuing. Candidate reviews are expected by the Search Committee around May 30. More...
Change doesn't happen by chance—it happens because leaders are willing to learn, collaborate, & grow. Join us Sept 29–Oct 1 in Green Bay for practical… More...
WI Direct Care Workforce payments are set for July 3, with minor delays possible for some providers. Meanwhile, a proposed CMS rule could reshape fund… More...
The LeadingAge WI Board met on Friday, June 12, 2026, and has updates to share regarding the CEO search, board composition ahead of the June 22 Annual… More...
Dr. Kari Everson details known, significant issues affecting the Payroll-Based Journal (PBJ) submission system in May 2026. Many facilities are experi… More...
Wisconsin is among the states suing the U.S. Department of Education over a rule set to take effect in July that would limit how much many graduate st… More...
CMS is tightening oversight. Beyond a 2.4% payment increase, the FY 2027 SNF PPS rule signals stricter documentation, faster reporting, and increased … More...
The DOL formally removed its vacated 2024 overtime rule, while Senate Democrats introduced legislation to raise the exempt salary threshold from $35,5… More...
The House Problem Solvers Caucus endorsed the Dignity Act, a bipartisan immigration reform bill that LeadingAge supports as critical to stabilizing th… More...
LeadingAge Wisconsin is monitoring ongoing contract negotiations between HealthDirect and United Healthcare and working to ensure uninterrupted pharma… More...
LeadingAge Wisconsin members gathered virtually for the organization's annual business meeting. Highlights included strong financials, a CEO search up… More...
Audit reimbursements are beginning to reach providers, while new Medicaid rate-year changes are on the horizon. Learn what to expect regarding payment… More...
New Five Star Reports are now available for nursing home members in the LeadingAge Report Portal. More...
DHS reminds providers to submit 2024 GAAP audit reimbursement forms by June 30. Forms must be uploaded in WINHRS. LeadingAge Wisconsin Financial Consu… More...
The LeadingAge Wisconsin 2025 Emergency Preparedness Like-Facility Transfer Roster and Memorandum of Understanding are now available. More...
Peer networking, leadership growth, and burnout prevention took center stage as nursing home administrators gathered to share solutions and support on… More...
DHS has announced $40 million in Rural Health Transformation Program grants to support care coordination, community health workers, and dental access … More...
H.R. 8464 passed the House, allowing agencies to delay federal payments flagged as fraud risks — raising concerns it could target legitimate Medicaid … More...
