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Apply to be on a 2026 MHCA Committee today! MHCA Committees and Workgroups are valuable opportunities for growth in the home care community, where you can build connections and foster skill development.
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Reminder that current committee members must reapply for 2026.
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Vicki Gerrits Awarded the William A. Dombi Advocate Award
Congratulations to Vicki Gerrits of TEAM Public Choices on winning our William A.
Dombi Advocate Award! Vicki has been a leading advocate and voice for the home care community for over 30 years. She is not only a powerful advocate but also a trusted and collaborative partner for the entire home care community. We were honored to celebrate Vicki and her amazing career with this award! 
December Member Meeting: Ask About Pets! – A Training for Home Care Staff & Organizations
Home care providers have a unique window into their clients' full lives, including the presence of pets who may be essential to patient emotional well-being, safety, routine, and recovery. Given 71% of US households report having at least one pet, and most indicate their pet is family, asking about pets is an important and often overlooked component of whole-person, high-quality care.
Objectives include:
1. Identify three Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (CAHPS) domains for which asking about pets is relevant to quality home-based care.
2. Describe at least three risks to client safety, treatment adherence, or well-being when pet-related needs are overlooked.
3. Identify at least three intake, admission, or care planning points where pet-related questions can be integrated.
4. Learn the best way to write pet policies to protect against animal bites and navigate effective discussions about confining pets during a visit.
View all objectives and register here for free!
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