On-Demand Webinars
Looking for additional CEUs? Check out our self studies.
Fire Safety
with Gary Smith, Manager of the Loss Prevention Department Citizens Management, Inc.
Approved for 1 CEU for AFC Licensees and Administrators.
In this self-study participants will learn fire prevention techniques specific to the Assisted Living Industry. We will also talk about Life Safety Codes which are designed to make sure occupants can safely exit a facility in the event of an emergency. Areas of emphasis will include: smoking policies especially around trash; oxygen storage and precautions; emergency lighting; fire and carbon monoxide detectors; fire extinguishers; electrical systems and dryer vents.
Seminar Costs:
- To view the seminar with credit for members of MALA: $35.00
- To view the seminar with credit for non-members of MALA: $70.00
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Nursing Home Transition Program
with Ellen Speckman-Randall, Nursing Facility Transition Program Project Director, Michigan Department of Community Health
Approved for 1 CEU for AFC Licensees and Administrators and 1 CEU for Nursing Home Administrators.
This self-study will provide important information about a $67 million grant that has been awarded to the state of Michigan. Included in this grant is The Nursing Home Transition Program which is targeted to help 3,100 nursing facility residents move into "community living" including adult foster care, homes for the aged and unlicensed assisted living facilities. Participants will also learn about the "diversion" option that this grant provides the MI Choice Waiver program.
Seminar Costs:
- To view the seminar with credit for members of MALA: $35.00
- To view the seminar with credit for non-members of MALA: $70.00
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Social Networking
with Rebecca Sweeton, owner of Out of Sight Designs>br ? Approved for 1 CEU for AFC Licensees and Administrators.
You've heard of blogging. You've heard of Facebook. And you've definitely heard of Twitter, but where do you start with all of it? Is blogging and social networking right for your company? Where do you get started? In this self-study, you will be introduced to blogging platforms, RSS feeds, etiquette and more. In addition, you will find out how Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Flickr, and LinkedIn can be used to meet your online marking needs.
Seminar Costs:
- To view the seminar with credit for members of MALA: $35.00
- To view the seminar with credit for non-members of MALA: $70.00
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The Role of the Responsible Agency:
For Both AFC & HFA Providers
with Tom McWhorter, Program Specialist, Division of Adult Foster Care and Homes For the Aged, Bureau of Children and Adult Licensing
Approved for 1 CEU for AFC Licensees and Administrators
MI Choice Waiver Providers as well CMH Contract Providers have a "Responsible Agency." In this self-study participants will learn the licensing requirements for AFC and HFA in relationship to the Responsible Agency.
Seminar Costs:
- To view the seminar with credit for members of MALA: $35.00
- To view the seminar with credit for non-members of MALA: $70.00
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Steps to a Healthier You
with Jeff Short, ARM, CSP
Approved for 1 CEU for AFC Licensees and Administrators and 1 CEU for Nursing Home Administrators.
In this self-study participants will learn the Top 5 things to do to stay healthy. Studies have demonstrated that a healthy employee is less likely to be injured on the job, with fewer unplanned absences and usually recovers faster from a workplace injury than unhealthy employees. Learn how to eat healthier, calculate your BMI, understand the MYPRAMID food group recommendations and obtain timely and vital resources to implement a wellness program in your organization.
Seminar Costs:
- To view the seminar with credit for members of MALA: $20.00
- To view the seminar with credit for non-members of MALA: $40.00
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A History and Overview of the MI Choice Waiver Program
with Elizabeth Gallagher, MPA, Waiver Program Manager, MDCH, Bureau of Medicaid Financial Management and Administrative Services
Approved for 1 CEU for AFC licensees and Administrators.
This self-study will provide an overview of the MI Choice Waiver Program. Participants will learn the MI Choice Waiver services and benefits available to residents in licensed settings. Also learn the Waiver enrollment process and waiting list priority.
Seminar Costs:
- To view the seminar with credit for members of MALA: $35.00
- To view the seminar with credit for non-members of MALA: $70.00
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Level of Care and Financial Eligibility for the MI Choice Waiver Program in Licensed Settings
with Elizabeth Gallagher, MPA, Waiver Program Manager, MDCH, Bureau of Medicaid Financial Management and Administrative Services
Approved for 1 CEU for AFC Licensees and Administrators.
This self-study will introduce participants to both the nursing home level of care determination and financial eligibility for the MI Choice Waiver program in licensed settings.
Seminar Costs:
- To view the seminar with credit for members of MALA: $35.00
- To view the seminar with credit for non-members of MALA: $70.00
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Medical Marijuana: Implications for Employers
with Sheryl Laughren, Attorney, Berry Moorman PC
This self-study will provide an overview of the "Medical Marihuana Act" ("MMA") and explore the questions raised by application of the MMA to the workplace. For example, to what extent must an employer accommodate an employee who gives notification that they use medical marijuana pursuant to the MMA? May an employer with a zero tolerance or other substance abuse policy enforce that policy against a covered employee who tests positive for marijuana or must it disregard the test results? Do employers have to allow a covered employee to possess marijuana in the workplace?
Seminar Costs:
- To view the seminar with credit for members of MALA: $35.00
- To view the seminar with credit for non-members of MALA: $70.00
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Building a Website
with Rebecca Sweeton, Out of Sight Designs
Approved for 1 CEU for AFC licensees and Administrators.
Does your organization have a website? If the answer is no, where would you start? In this self-study you will learn about common vocabulary, things to think about before getting started, and a brief overview of social networking. Participants will be encouraged to consider the purpose of their website and the target audience. In addition, participants will learn where and how to obtain a domain name and a hosting site.
Seminar Costs:
- To view the seminar for members of MALA: $35.00
- To view the seminar for non-members of MALA: $70.00
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Preventing Slips Trips and Falls
with Gary Smith, Manager of the Loss Prevention Department Citizens Management, Inc.
Approved for 1 CEU for AFC Licensees and Administrators
This self-study will assist in promoting a safer work environment by training participants to understand how to prevent slip, trip and fall accidents. Participants will study the sequence of events involved in a slip and fall and techniques that can be employed to prevent them.
Seminar Costs:
- To view the seminar for members of MALA: $20.00
- To view the seminar for non-members of MALA: $40.00
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Veterans Benefits for Assisted Living
with Kelly J. M. Quardokus, Attorney at Law with Chalgian & Tripp Law Offices PLLC
Approved for 1 CEUs for AFC Licensees and Administrators
Veterans Pension Benefits can provide additional monthly income for Wartime Veteran’s or their surviving spouses who are age 65 or older. In general, applicants with low income and high medical expenses may be eligible for this benefit. Assisted living communities often provide care with daily living activities, which is often an allowable medical expense for this benefit and helpful in achieving eligibility for the applicant. Learn about the Veteran's pension program, eligibility criteria, the application process, and more.
Seminar Costs:
- To view the seminar with credit for members of MALA: $35.00
- To view the seminar with credit for non-members of MALA: $70.00
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The Aging Ear
with Nan Asher, Executive Director, Michigan Association for Deaf & Hard of Hearing
Approved for 1 CEU for AFC Licensees and Administrators and 1 CEU for Nursing Home Administrators.
In this self-study participants will learn about the different types of hearing loss, commonly held myths, and different communication methods and assistive technologies used by people with all types of hearing losses. Learn how often the symptoms of untreated and undiagnosed hearing loss can mimic and look a lot like early state Alzheimer’s related disorders.
Seminar Costs:
- To view the seminar with credit for members of MALA: $35.00
- To view the seminar with credit for non-members of MALA: $70.00
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Understanding Medicaid Spend Down in AFC and HFA:
Including Personal Care Supplement and State Disability
with Allen Adams, Policy Analyst with the State of Michigan, Department of Human Services
Approved for 1 CEUs for AFC Licensees and Administrators
In this self-study participants will learn about the Medicaid Personal Care Supplement for residents of adult foster care (AFC) and homes for the aged (HFA) that receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI). Participants will also learn how residents not receiving SSI may use AFC or HFA services to meet their Medicaid spend-down/deductible. Additionally, participants will learn about other personal care options such as state disability.
Seminar Costs:
- To view the seminar with credit for members of MALA: $35.00
- To view the seminar with credit for non-members of MALA: $70.00
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The Art of Listening
with Al Arens President, Life Enhancing Programs, LLC
Approved for 1 CEU for AFC Licensees and Administrators and 1 CEU for Nursing Home Administrators.
The Art of Listening is a self-study that examines reasons listening is an underdeveloped skill. Participants will learn the characteristics of superlative listeners as well as different levels of listening. Barriers to effective listening will also be identified. Participants will also learn specific action steps to enhance their listening skills.
Seminar Costs:
- To view the seminar with credit for members of MALA: $35.00
- To view the seminar with credit for non-members of MALA: $70.00
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Preventing Back Injuries
with Cindy Ostrowski, CIH
Approved for 1 CEU for AFC Licensees and Administrators
This self-study will assist in promoting a safer work environment by discussing the risk factors associated with client/resident handling that contribute to musculoskeletal disorders (MSDS) which include back injuries. Engineering controls will be discussed to eliminate these risk factors. Elimination of risk factors should reduce the occurrence of MSDS, thus reducing workers' compensation costs, improving product quality and boosting employee morale.
Seminar Costs:
- To view the seminar with credit for members of MALA: $20.00
- To view the seminar with credit for non-members of MALA: $40.00
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Accident Investigation & Risk Assessment
with Cindy Ostrowski, Certified Industrial Hygienist
1 CEU approved for AFC Licensees and Administrators and 1 CEU approved for Nursing Home Administrators
Investigating an incident is not just about reporting an injury after an accident. Incident investigation is a technique used to identify the root causes that led to an accident and the resulting injury. Root causes are usually a combination of circumstances, actions or problems that together result in accidents. Sometimes the combination can cause employees to make a poor decision that leads to an unfortunate incident. This self-study discusses how to identify root causes to eliminate or minimize future incidents.
Seminar Costs:
- To view the seminar with credit for members of MALA: $20.00
- To view the seminar with credit for non-members of MALA: $40.00
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Looking for additional CEUs? Check out our self studies.