CEO Perspective
A Moment to Celebrate, An Opportunity to Educate
by Barbara Merrill, Esq.
On July 28th, in the early hours of the morning, the vote to pass the Health Care Freedom Act of 2017 failed in the U.S. Senate. Medicaid has, for the moment, been spared from the devastating cuts and caps.
President’s Corner
Now, More Than Ever
by Angela King, ANCOR President
Angela received a standing ovation when she kicked off ANCOR's 2017 Annual Conference with these words. We wanted to share them here for anyone who missed her in San Antonio this May.
State Association Corner
State Share – Findings of the 2017 Data
by Diane McComb, Liaison to State Association Executives
We asked our members to share what's happening in their states related to legislation, regulation, litigation and funding. Here's what we learned...
Across the Board
An Update on the Activities of the ANCOR Board of Directors
by Barbara Merrill, Esq.
Although ANCOR staff and the Board of Directors have been hyper-focused on the future of the Medicaid entitlement over the last 7 months, the regular – and not so regular – business of the association has continued.
Public Policy
Reports from the Policy Front
by Katherine Berland, Esq.
ANCOR's Government Relations staff distributes stories in the Washington Insiders Club (WICS) – a weekly round-up of top stories and headlines – to ANCOR Members to keep them up to date on policy and political developments of note to the disability community. The following entries highlight the most significant reports of the last two months.
Articles
Event Summary: The Cost of Caring
by Pearl Lim, ANCOR Summer Intern
The Hill’s The Cost of Caring: Family Caregivers and Tax Reform event was held on July 13th at the Liaison Capitol Hill.
Approaching Uncertainty: Policy Thoughts from Leaders in the Field
by Laura Nuss, Senior Advisor, Foothold Technology
ANCOR’s annual conference enjoyed record attendance this year as the ID/DD provider community approaches the uncertainties swirling around the Affordable Care Act and other federal regulations under attack in Washington, DC.
Members in the News
Comings and Goings
by Jerri McCandless
An update on the comings and goings of ANCOR members.
From Our Partners
Agency Staffing Survey Reveals Acute Labor Shortage
by Carolyn Dingee, Marketing Specialist, MITC
MITC recently conducted a staffing survey in which 137 agencies employing nearly 40,000 staff from across the USA participated. The majority of agencies have reviewed hiring, retention, and scheduling to try and manage the situation better.
Is Your Agency in Need of a Digital Transformation?
by Melissa Alvares, Sparkrock
With high turnover rates in Human Services and the constant struggle to compete for top-notch talent in the industry, ensuring you meet the rising expectations around technology when it comes to your workforce could make a huge difference in your agency's ability to attract and retain talent.
First Phone? Are Your Kids Ready?
by Natalya Kasha, Sprint
One reason you might decide it’s the right time to give your kids a phone is because it can help provide a level of safety and security.
Member Benefits
Did You Know?
by Marsha Patrick
'Did You Know?' Features Vendors from ANCOR Services Corp.’s Shared Resources Purchasing Network
The ANCOR Marketplace Benefits You!
by Marsha Patrick
The ANCOR Marketplace is an easy to navigate site that gives ANCOR members a special insight into new products and services. The various offerings are conveniently categorized, which makes shopping for I/DD products, such as software systems, housing solutions, merger and acquisitions prospects, insurance services and more, a smooth browsing experience.
SRPN
What Members Are Saying...
by Marsha Patrick
The Shared Resources Purchasing Network (SRPN), administered by the ANCOR Services Corporation, partners with national companies to provide significant savings to ANCOR Members and supports ANCOR programs. Members who use the SRPN enjoy savings and leading purchasing practices, and can rededicate their savings to needed programs.
