The Oregon Caregiver FALL/WINTER 2023 www.ohca.com 4 Our focus in this issue of Oregon Caregiver is the remarkable contributions that women make to long term care. Some industries tend to attract one gender over another— a majority of construction workers are men for example—while the nursing and caregiving profession is predominately female. While no statistic tells the whole story, and so many men are excellent professional (and family) caregivers, the data shows that women are the key pillar of caregiving in long term care. Women constitute the vast majority of the caregiving workforce in Oregon, and they are frequently caring for other women as women frequently live longer than men. Women often serve as the nurturing backbone of the sector, providing both professional expertise and emotional support to residents and their families. Women leaders drive innovation, foster inclusive environments, and advocate for vulnerable populations. It’s crucial that we recognize and celebrate the indispensable role of women in long term care. In our feature article, we profile remarkable women leaders from several long term care organizations in Oregon and highlight their experiences, challenges, and opportunities. In our quality article, Nicolette Reilly underlines the tangible impact and benefits of hiring women leaders in long term care. OHCA general counsel Eugenia Liu reviews considerations for care and future planning that can be sometimes overlooked. Libby Batlan reviews what the legislative team has been working on since session ended this summer and previews the 2024 Oregon legislative short session and how it will impact the long term care sector. Walt Dawson unpacks the data behind the implications of women’s health and the importance of considering gender-specific needs in caregiving policies and programs as the aging population grows. Two OHCA business partners share their roles in providing quality services to long term care providers. Incite Strategic Partners, OHCA’s member purchasing partner, spotlights a female leader in the food and beverage industry, while Lane Powell highlights some of its women leaders and how they navigate the male-dominated legal system. In our policymaker profile, Representative Lucetta Elmer discusses her passions and legislative priorities. Hear from Donna Sherr, a resident from the Oregon Veterans’ Home in The Dalles, who shares her incredible life experiences and her advice for young women. Review highlights from the 2023 Annual Convention in Portland and save the dates of important in-person and online events and trainings coming up next year. We also honor all our 2023 OHCA Award recipients who demonstrate a commitment to providing quality care to their residents and clients. You can read this magazine and all past editions of the Oregon Caregiver on our website, www.ohca.com. Empowering Women: A Pillar of Long Term Care 11740 SW 68th Pkwy, Ste 250, Portland, OR 97223 Phone: (503) 726-5260 www.ohca.com OHCA STAFF Conner Allen • Member & Administrative Services Coordinator Libby Batlan • Senior VP of Government Relations Philip Bentley, JD • President & CEO James A. Carlson • Advisor Cheryl Durant • CRM Administrator/Accountant Melodie King, CMP • Director of Education Eugenia Liu • Senior VP & General Counsel Brenda Michael • Assistant Controller Lori Mueller • CFO Nicolette Reilly • Senior VP Quality Services Rosie Ward • Senior VP of Strategy BOARD OF DIRECTORS CHAIR Steve Fogg, Marquis Companies, Inc. IMMEDIATE PAST CHAIR Kathy LeVee, Generations, LLC VICE CHAIR Mark Remley, Aidan Health Services, Inc. TREASURER Andy Becker, Sapphire Health Services NON-PROPRIETARY REPRESENTATIVE JoAnn Vance, Providence Child Center MULTI-FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE Ryan Delamarter, Prestige Care, Inc. MULTI-FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE Rick Dillon, Avamere Health Services BUSINESS PARTNER MEMBER REPRESENTATIVE Gabriela Sanchez, Lane Powell, LLC ALF REPRESENTATIVE Mauro Hernandez, PhD, Hearth & Truss; ITA Partners, LLC INDEPENDENT NURSING FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE Kelly Odegaard, Westcare Management BUSINESS PARTNER MEMBER REPRESENTATIVE Marcy Boyd, Moss Adams, LLP AT LARGE REPRESENTATIVE Brenda Connelly, The Springs Living IN-HOME/SENIOR HOUSING REPRESENTATIVE Jonathan Mack, Home Instead Senior Care of Central Oregon RCF REPRESENTATIVE Mark Kinkade, Gateway/McKenzie Living ALF/RCF REPRESENTATIVE Lisa Maynard, The Springs Living ALF/RCF REPRESENTATIVE Matt Hilty, Ohana Ventures OC EDITORS Rosie Ward • rward@ohca.com OC PUBLISHER LLM Publications • www.llmpubs.com Advertising Sales • Ronnie Jacko (503) 445-2234 • ronnie@llmpubs.com Design & Layout • Shelby Bigelow Phil Bentley President and CEO Oregon Health Care Association LETTER FROM THE CEO Stay connected with OHCA! Contact Rosie Ward, rward@ohca.com, to be added to our email lists. Improving lives by advancing quality care in Oregon since 1950
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