Partners in Care Foundation

Last chance to register! Join the Partnership to Align Social Care on tomorrow July 30 11am PST for a webinar, "What Does the CY 2025 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Proposed Rule Mean for Addressing HRSNs?" that will provide an overview and discussion of these updates, relevant CMS requests for information, and additional opportunities to inform the public comment process. RSVP: https://bit.ly/3W9awa8

Hiring Now! We are looking for an experienced nursing supervisor with a background in working in either ICU, SAU, working with seriously ill, frail, or disabled adult. Partners nurse care manager supervisors oversees nurse care management staff, Review and approve client service plans, and client cost monitoring, and lots more. If you are interested in this position, please submit your resume to jobs@picf.org. See full job description here: https://bit.ly/3ycLejD

Don’t miss out on an important conversation about what the CY 2025 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Proposed Rule could mean for addressing HRSNs! Join the Partnership to Align Social Care for an upcoming webinar, What Does the CY 2025 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Proposed Rule Mean for Addressing HRSNs?, on Tuesday, July 30 from 2:00pm ET to 3:30pm ET. Attendees will hear an overview and discussion of these updates, and learn about relevant CMS requests for information, and additional opportunities to inform the public comment process. CBOs and community care hubs, health plans, health systems, Federally Qualified and Rural Health Centers (FQHCs and RHCs), other healthcare providers, and caregiver advocates who want to learn more about how the proposed coding and payment changes could impact efforts to align health and social care ecosystems are encouraged to join. Register for the July 30th event here: https://bit.ly/3W9awa8

Partners in Care Foundation is pleased to welcome Dan Swayze, DrPH, MBA, MEMS of Pittsburgh, PA, as our new Chief Operating Officer (COO) We are excited about Dan joining our organization. He brings a wealth of experience gained from over thirty years of health care/social care alignment management with vulnerable populations and patients in both home and community-based settings. Prior to joining Partners, he served as Vice President of Community Services at UPMC Health Plan in Pittsburgh, PA, where he has led a team of more than one hundred multidisciplinary, in-home care managers. Dan has been the recipient of numerous awards, including the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Academy of International Mobile Healthcare Integration (2024) and the Excellence Award from the Pittsburgh Emergency Medicine Foundation (2023). Dan earned a doctorate in Public Health and two Masters Degrees (MBA and Masters of Emergency Medical Services). Swayze is married to a wife of thirty years, and together they have raised one son and one daughter. Welcome to the team Dan!

Did you know that falls are the leading cause of injury and death from injury among older people in the U.S.? more than a quarter of adults aged 65 and older report taking a tumble at least once in a given year. Check out these exercises that can help protect older adults from dangerous falls #fallsprevention

Partners' is delighted to introduce Marti Ferrara, M.S. who is joining our team as our Senior Director of Marketing Communications. With over 15 years of experience in the healthcare industry, including the last eight years at Elevance Health leading transformative initiatives in Medicare and Medicaid business strategy and marketing, Marti brings a unique blend of strategic marketing expertise and a deep-seated passion for ensuring healthcare access for all. In this role, Marti will plan, implement, and manage strategies to enhance our branding, positioning, and growth. She will oversee marketing communications, conduct research and analysis, and manage the development and budget of marketing programs. Marti will also lead efforts in program and service promotions, community relations, and strategic communications. Outside of work, Marti loves spending time with her family. She and her husband, Paul, recently celebrated their 21st anniversary. They have two wonderful and talented daughters, Elena and Kailin, both in college. Marti also enjoys cooking, gardening, and their three dogs—affectionately known as “the boys”—who keep everyone busy. Join us in welcoming Marti F. to Partners!

Congratulations to Maria Cordova for receiving Employee of the Month for July 2024. Maria Cordova has been an exceptional Social Work Care Manager with our Multipurpose Senior Service Program (MSSP) in Santa Barbara for the past six years. Her dedication and compassion are evident in every aspect of her work, making her an invaluable member of our team. Maria’s resourcefulness stands out as she consistently develops innovative solutions tailored to each participant’s unique needs, resulting in personalized and effective care plans. She is a strong advocate who empowers participants to voice their needs and rights, fostering transformative changes in their lives. Her patience and genuine empathy create a trusting and supportive environment, encouraging participants to engage fully. Maria excels in communication, making complex information clear and accessible. She responds promptly to concerns, and values feedback, continually enhancing her case management skills. Maria’s approachable nature builds trust and reliability among participants and colleagues alike. She consistently goes the extra mile, providing support, service and resources beyond her regular duties to ensure participants’ success. We are proud to recognize Maria as a vital asset to our team and celebrate her outstanding contributions as our employee of the month. Congratulations Maria!

Did you know that medication-related problems can lead to many issues resulting in frequent emergency room visits, rehospitalization, and worse? HomeMeds is an invaluable evidence-based tool for identifying potential patient medication-related errors through a medication inventory. The software then identifies any unnecessary therapeutic duplications and assesses for potential adverse effects before it alerts a pharmacist for a review and issues a report including suggested modifications. If your organization is looking to address medication safety for older adults, HomeMeds is for you! Learn more and sign up for a demo: https://bit.ly/3SoBUOX

Meet Nick. Nick lives with diabetes, a history of prostate cancer, and has a history of falls. Living alone with no support system is challenging and he experiences limitations in his ability to perform basic daily tasks. Nick enrolled in Partners Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP), and they immediately helped connect him with tools and resources like In Home Supportive Services (IHSS), CalFresh (food stamps), and a Rollator Walker. The MSSP Care Manager helped Nick apply for IHSS hours and he now receives help several times a month with household chores, cooking and cleaning, tasks that once were a burden to him. To better manage his diabetes, he receives support with his meals and groceries through the CalFresh program. CalFresh provides food stamps to assist low-income individuals, like Nick, in purchasing nutritional food items to meet his needs. MSSP was also able to connect him with a medical supply store, via Mercy Plaza Respiratory, that provided Nick with a rollator walker to help with his balance and stability and reduce overall falls. Thanks to the assistance of MSSP services, Nick can continue to live safely alone and comfortably in his own home. If you know an older adult living with complex health conditions in Los Angeles and could benefit from MSSP services, refer them today https://lnkd.in/gB24Nmxb

Falls are the most common cause of both fatal and non-fatal injuries for adults 65 and older. Check out new guidelines from the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) that recommend that doctors discuss fall prevention strategies with adults aged 65 and https://bit.ly/4cA76US of the primary recommendations is structured exercise that targets balance, gait, and mobility. https://bit.ly/3xHRdNh