OHCA The Oregon Caregiver Spring Summer 2023

SPRING/SUMMER 2023 © 2023. The contents of this publication may not be reproduced or distributed electronically or mechanically, either in whole or in part, without the express written consent of the Oregon Health Care Association. The advertisers assume complete responsibility to use any or all brand names, trademarks, guarantees, and statements which appear in their advertisements. CONTENTS FEATURE 17 20 27 pg6 A Day in the Life of Essential Long Term Care Workers In this article, step into the shoes of various long term care workers, including a caregiver, a cook, and a social services director in different settings, to get a taste of their daily routines and see the impact they make on the residents in their care. 04 LETTER FROM THE CEO 06 LONG TERM CARE PROFESSIONALS’ DAILY EFFORTS TO PROVIDE QUALITY CARE 10 QUALITY Best Tips to Prepare for a Survey Day 12 LEGAL & REGULATORY A Quick Overview of the Regulations, Laws, and Rules Facilities Must Follow and Balance Every Day 14 PUBLIC POLICY What a New Legislature Means for Long Term Care 16 DATA & RESEARCH Various Effects of Inflation on Oregon’s Direct Care Workforce 17 SPONSORED CONTENT A Day in the Life of Your Produce A Day in the Life of a Restoration Process in Long Term Care 20 PROFILES Afra Mayfield (Regional Director of Operations, One Life Senior Living) Sandy Allision (Rose Linn Care Center) Representive Andrea Valderrama (D-District 47) 27 2023 SPRING EXPO 28 UPCOMING EVENTS

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