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The CALTCM Wellness Committee invites you to participate in the CALTCM Book Club.
What is a Book Club?
Book clubs provide an opportunity for readers to share information and the pleasure of reading. The main purpose of establishing book clubs is to encourage people to read and share information. One of the most critical steps in establishing a book club is identifying people who are already passionate readers. If you like to read, we want you to join us.
When Breath Becomes Airby Paul KalanithiAt the age of thirty-six, on the verge of completing a decade’s worth of training as a neurosurgeon, Paul Kalanithi was diagnosed with stage IV lung cancer. One day he was a doctor treating the dying, and the next he was a patient struggling to live. The book is available in libraries and major book and retail stores. Note: "Libby" is a free app for your smartphone that connects you to multiple libraries, you can borrow both e-copies and audiobooks. Discussion InformationHappy Hour Book ClubNext Meeting: Thursday, May 11, 2023 - 6:30-7:30pmThe CALTCM Book Club discussions will be held virtually, this event is free and open to members and non-members (Furry friends are welcome too.)
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. See you there! |
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CALTCM Applauds Governor Newsom and Assemblymember Nazarian for Supporting Clinical Leadership in Long Term Care Medicine |
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Thursday, October 7, 2021
CALTCM Applauds Governor Newsom and Assemblymember Nazarian for Supporting Clinical Leadership in Long Term Care Medicine
AB 749 sets critical, minimal training requirements for medical directors by requiring nursing home medical directors to be certified by the American Board of Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Medicine in response to elevating standards of care due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
Sacramento, CA – Governor Newsom has signed AB 749 authored by Assemblymember Adrin Nazarian (D-Van Nuys), Chair of the California State Assembly Aging and Long-Term Care Committee.
"Aging Californians and our most frail living in SNFs have been a tragic highlight of the COVID-19 pandemic,” said Assemblymember Nazarian. “The standard of care is insufficient, and the standard of care did not serve the health and well- being of California’s elders during the pandemic. AB 749 increases accountability, costs the state nothing and professionalizes a position of great importance."
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Lawsuit Prevention Strategies |
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If you work long enough in a nursing home or senior care environment, it is quite likely that at some time you will be involved in a lawsuit. It can be a frightening and stressful experience. As with most things, understanding the process and utilizing prevention strategies can help minimize the trauma. Next week’s CALTCM Summit for Excellence offers a truly rare chance to see some of our state’s top plaintiff’s and defense attorneys in action, without you undergoing the grilling associated with being deposed or on the witness stand. A two hour session starts with an overview of the elder abuse and nursing home litigation process by William C. Wilson, Esq. Next will be a hot topic – COVID-19 medicolegal issues. Top plaintiff’s attorney Bill Artigiere and top defense attorney Dawn Phleger will then walk us through a case involving “Fall, Fracture, Pressure Ulcer, and COVID”. Lastly there will be a panel Q&A session with lots of time for questions. And if this all sounds too stressful for you, afterwards there will be a virtual happy hour so you can unwind with your colleagues. Please join us next week for content that you just can’t find otherwise, at this years CALTCM Summit for Excellence. |
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CALTCM Excellence in Care and Innovation Award |
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For Exceptional Leadership and Outstanding Contributions to Excellence and Innovation in Long Term Care
 Chaim RaskinChaim Raskin is responsible for leading Beecan Health’s vision in being a premier-quality health system in the Post-Acute care continuum. Chaim drives the vision of quality outcomes through his belief in a people-first approach. By providing for the staff and attracting people who care, Beecan Health becomes known as a preferred employer and delivers quality outcomes. Prior to establishing Beecan Health, Chaim spent 15 years in real estate and finance.
Chaim received his Nursing Assistant certification this past year which allowed him to assist on the front lines during the pandemic. Chaim is passionate about his love for people and is highly active in his community. Chaim serves on several local nonprofit boards, including President of YKLA, a local day school. He is a driving force in the school’s incredible growth, taking it from 20 to over 300 students in under 8 years.
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CALTCM Humanitarian Award |
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For Exceptional Leadership and Outstanding Humanitarian Contributions in Long Term Care
 Susan Yeranyan, RNSusan Yeranyan is a Registered Nurse who has over 25 years of experience in the field of Nursing. She began her career in Armenia, as a Biochemist with a degree from Yerevan State University and upon migrating to the United States, she pursued her passion for healthcare by starting a career in Ararat Nursing Facility (ANF) as a CNA. During her 28 years of employment at Ararat Nursing Facility, Susan has climbed the career ladder, became the Director of Clinical Services in 2007, and achieved the American Dream. Susan is a Certified Dementia Practitioner. She was ANF’s Employee of the Year in 1996 and was recognized by International Nurses Association for her excellence in nursing and received CAHF’s Nurse of the Year in 2019. Under her leadership and active participation, Ararat Nursing Facility has consistently remained a 5-star facility, received the Bronze AHCA/NCAL Quality Award in 2017, and received the Silver AHCA/NCAL Quality Award in 2018. Susan is a true nurse, at heart and in practice. She loves touching and changing people’s lives, being hands on, as well as leading and educating the next generation of nurses. She has led the nursing department of Ararat Nursing Facility through the Covid pandemic, remaining hands on in the Covid unit, leading by example, providing care, and maintaining a solid team of nurses that stayed on board during the most challenging times. Since the availability of the Covid vaccine, Susan has personally administered over 1,000 first and second vaccine doses to our residents, staff, and community. She has also completed several interviews with media sources such as USA Today, Fox 11 news, and US Armenia to increase community awareness and acceptance of vaccines. |
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