Benefits

WHCA’s comprehensive educational programs provide ample opportunity for training and continuing education. Workshops, seminars, conferences and conventions are offered throughout the year at locations around the state. They address topics ranging from Quality Assurance to Marketing. All WHCA continuing education opportunities are accredited by the appropriate state regulatory agencies (DSHS, etc.).

The WHCA Virtual Winter Symposium offers in-depth education sessions for long-term care providers to gain valuable insights from expert presenters in a virtual format.

In May, WHCA offers the finest long term care convention in Washington State. Typically three days long, the Annual Convention offers specialized educational sessions, association business meetings, social events and networking opportunities, as well as opportunities to recognize the achievements of our members.

This annual event, usually held in late September, is the fall general association meeting. It is an opportunity for various committees and the WHCA Board to plan strategies for the coming association year. Workshops and seminars are scheduled to coincide with this three-day event.

WHCA offers a wide variety of pertinent and timely educational and conference style offerings throughout the year and around the state. These opportunities are generally based on response to WHCA member input and needs determination.

Members are kept up to date on new regulation-based issues and any developments concerning the legal process. Our regulatory affairs experts provide the viewpoint of long term care providers when new or different regulations are proposed, and ensures that the views of providers are heard and considered. When necessary, the activities of outside counsel are coordinated.

WHCA members are kept informed about legal and regulatory changes through updates and informative articles in association publications.