Local Training for Social Workers, Discharge Planners, Geriatric Case Managers, and other Professionals
“Medi-Cal For Long Term Care Professionals”
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Price - $30 per session
(3 CEU credits)
Thursday, April 11, 2013
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Western Justice Center Foundation
55 South Grand Avenue
Pasadena, CA 91105
1 pm - 4 pm
**Parking is available across the street at the courthouse.
Please do not park in the first two rows
Friday, April 12, 2013
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Magnolia Place Family Center
1920 Magnolia Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90007
1 pm - 4 pm
*Free parking across the street
Course Description:
If you are working in nursing home admissions, hospital discharge planning or with elders in the community, it is imperative that you have current, accurate information about Medi-Cal eligibility and Recovery. Medi-Cal coverage is the payer for nearly two-thirds of the nursing facility population. In addition, as the population ages, issues regarding treatment decisions are becoming prevalent.
This seminar will enable you to:
- Learn about CANHR services.
- Understand the eligibility requirements for Long Term Care Medi-Cal and the expected changes coming with the implementation of the DRA.
- Ensure that your clients are accurately informed about Medi-Cal Recovery issues.
Cost and Materials
The course fee is $30 for 3 hours (3 CEUs). Please note: All fees MUST be paid in advance. Materials will include all pertinent information on Medi-Cal, and CANHR’s Social Worker Tool Kit, which includes CANHR’s booklet: If You Think You Need a Nursing Home, A Consumer’s Guide to Financial Considerations and Medi-Cal Eligibility.
Social Worker Advocacy Program (SWAP):
Participate in our training and receive a free membership to SWAP for one year! SWAP Members will have their membership extended. CANHR’s SWAP is a special CANHR membership. Membership benefits include:
- A 10% discount on future CANHR trainings
- A copy of our quarterly newsletter, CANHR’s Advocate
- Access to CANHR staff for answers and questions regarding long term care issues and laws
- Access to other SWAP members throughout California through our SWAP listserv
Presenters:
Patricia L. McGinnis, Executive Director, CANHR
Time:
Registration on the day of training will start promptly at 12:30pm. The training will begin at 1 pm. Light refreshments will be provided. Register online or by completing the back of the registration form and returning it to CANHR with your registration fee. Attendance is limited – please register early. All fees must be paid in advance.
Continuing Education Credits:
Training attendees are eligible for 3.0 hours of CEU credit¬– Board of Behavioral Sciences Continuing Education Provider Number 1156 for LCSW and MFCC Licensure. We are unable to provide BRN or RCFE credits.
Registration
Register by mail:
Click here to download the registration form (PDF). Fill out the form and mail to the CANHR office with your check or money order.
Register online:
Pay securely with your credit card using our online registration forms.
Pasadena Registration
Los Angeles Registration
Registration Information
Fees & Materials:
The course fee is $30 for 3 hours (3 CEUs). Please note: All fees MUST be paid in advance. Materials will include all pertinent information on Medi-Cal and CANHR’s Social Worker Tool Kit, which includes CANHR’s booklet: If You Think You Need a Nursing Home, A Consumer’s Guide to Financial Considerations and Medi-Cal Eligibility.
Deadline:
Registration will be closed the day prior to the training. All registration MUST be paid in advance. No walk-in participants will be accepted.
Cancellation Policy:
No refunds will be given.
Special Needs:
Reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities will be made if requested in advance. If you have special needs please, contact Deborah Espínola at the CANHR office at (415) 974-5171.
For Your Comfort:
CANHR suggests you bring a sweater due to fluctuations in room temperature. You will be asked to turn off/silent your cell phone during the session. CANHR prohibits the use of tape recorders without prior approval.
Questions?
Contact Deborah Espinola at (415) 974-5171, or email deborah@canhr.org.
