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    • Tuesday, December 10, 2024
    • Tuesday, December 09, 2025
    • 12 sessions
    • Zoom
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    Join us for our monthly meeting where we strengthen bonds and grow as we focus on the specialized needs in the MNCHA PDN Member Sector Meeting. Please Join Us! 

    This meeting is open to any MNCHA Member working in PDN.

    Participation in the meeting is free but registration is required so that you can receive the meeting login information.

    • Wednesday, January 01, 2025
    • Wednesday, December 31, 2025
    • Maryland-National Capital Homecare Association
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    Are You Looking To Fill A Vacancy?

    The Maryland-National Capital Homecare Association offers Career Placement to connect you with your new hire. Postings are complimentary for MNCHA members; for non-members, the fee per listing is $99. Payment must be received in full before we post a career placement to the Career Center.

    Simply register and pay for the career placement online. Then, send the career placement to info@mncha.org in an email or as an email attachment. An attachment file must be an original file [IE: Microsoft Word]. The career placement will remain online for 30-days but can be renewed for an additional 30-days at the same rate.

    • Thursday, September 25, 2025
    • Wednesday, October 01, 2025
    • 2 sessions
    • Zoom
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    A 2-Part Series on Insurance & Employment Compliance 

    Webinar 1 - Risk Ready: Commercial Insurance Essentials for Homecare Agencies 

    Presenters - Angela Dignan, Dan McGinty, Marcy Jack

    Objectives: 

    1. Explain the role of an insurance broker and carriers in commercial insurance for healthcare organizations.
    2. Provide an overview and claim examples of the required and recommended commercial insurance coverages for homecare agencies to consider.
    3. Describe various risk management best practices and policies to position your organization favorably with the commercial insurance markets. 

    Webinar 2 - The Right Fit: Health Plans & Wellness for Homecare Employees

    Presenter - Ben Bohonowicz

    Objectives: 

    1. Explain employee health plan offering requirements (federally and for Maryland/DC) based on employee count.
    2. Provide an overview of the various types of plans available, including group plans, ICHRAs, QSERs, etc. 
    3. Detail various employee wellness and incentive programs that may help to attract prospective employees and retain a healthy workforce. 

    Presenters 

    Ben Bohonowicz

    Division Director, Employee Benefits, RCM&D

    Ben Bohonowicz currently serves as the Director of RCM&D’s Employee Benefits Division. In his role, Ben delivers strategic guidance and pioneering perspectives to our employee benefits teams. He guarantees the delivery of collaboration, tailored solutions and resources to aid our existing clients while fostering new client connections.

    Ben excels in crafting alternative funding approaches that integrate cutting-edge solutions to enhance the quality, access, and cost effectiveness of healthcare. With a keen eye on contemporary trends and legislative dynamics shaping healthcare costs, he remains steadfast in his commitment to staying abreast industry developments.

    Ben is a licensed Life & Health Advisor and a Certified Healthcare Reform Specialist®. His insights and perspectives have been sought after by industry publications such as BenefitsPro, where he has shared his expertise on benefits technology, non-insurance employee perks, voluntary insurance products and other critical topics shaping the benefits arena. Ben is also an Accredited Advisor of the Health Rosetta, an organization of mission-aligned advisors establishing the blueprint for high-performance health plans.


    Angela Dignan, MBA 

    Healthcare Practice Leader, RCM&D 

    Angela Dignan joined RCM&D in 2007 and is a highly experienced expert in the property and casualty space for the healthcare industry. Currently serving as the Division Director of Healthcare, Angela has a wealth of knowledge acquired over her twenty year career. She acts as a trusted advisor for healthcare providers, helping them navigate the complexities of risk management and find suitable insurance and risk financing solutions.

    In her role, Angela provides strategic guidance and ensures that healthcare organizations are aligned with the services they need. She formulates strategies and sales goals, fosters a culture of innovative thinking within her team, and embodies RCM&D's values. Angela has a forward-thinking approach, creative problem-solving abilities and collaborative style, making her a dynamic leader in the industry. Angela's expertise allows her to craft strategies that empower healthcare organizations, enabling them to thrive amidst the challenges of the rapidly evolving healthcare landscape.

    Angela began her career at RCM&D as a professional and general liability Claims Coordinator, managing all facets of the claims handling process for self-insured organizations. After a brief time at a middle market accounting firm performing tax and audit services, she returned to RCM&D/SISCO’s healthcare practice to focus on brokerage and claim management solutions. Throughout this decade plus tenure, she served in various roles, including Client Executive, Client Service Team Leader, and Liability Claims Manager in SISCO,  handling all aspects of the property and casualty insurance program for hospitals and senior care organizations, focusing on their captive insurance companies for medical malpractice exposures. Finally, before moving to her current position, Angela spent time as RCM&D’s Director of Strategic Initiatives, coordinating firm-wide strategic efforts, ensuring alignment with corporate goals, culture and mission.


    Marcy Jack, JD, BSN, CPHRM, CPHQ 

    Healthcare Risk Management Consultant, Unison Risk Solutions' Healthcare Risk Management Consultation Services

    Marcy joined the firm in 2024, bringing along with her over 25 years of experience in healthcare operations. In her current role, Marcy is a Healthcare Risk Management Consultant for the Unison Risk Solutions’ Healthcare Risk Management Consultation Services.

    Marcy works directly with clients to implement risk mitigation strategies in clinical and non-clinical areas across the healthcare enterprise to include acute care, aging services, ambulatory surgery, home care, clinics, medical offices, and other specialties and settings. In addition, she provides enterprise-wide risk professional services to help clients meet regulatory requirements, assess threats and uncertainty, navigate the claims process, and develop tailored solutions for the complex and emerging challenges in the healthcare industry.

    Before joining the team, Marcy spent a decade as a Chief Quality Officer for a nonprofit healthcare organization where she led initiatives inh risk management, professional and general liability claims, quality improvement, infection prevention and control, emergency preparedness, public safety and security, patient experience, and regulatory and accreditation compliance. Marcy also practiced law in a national civil defense firm based in Delaware and practiced cardiac nursing for several years for various health systems. 

    Marcy has extensive knowledge and experience in risk management, legal claims handling and litigation management, high reliability healthcare, evidence-based practice, employee wellbeing and safety, policy and process design and implementation, performance improvement, culture of safety, emergency preparedness and response, workplace violence prevention, high consequence infectious disease planning, conflict resolution, health equity, and more. 


    Dan McGinty

    Risk Advisor, Commercial, RCM&D

    Dan McGinty joined RCM&D in October of 2024, bringing 16 years of experience to his role as a Risk Advisor in the Commercial Lines division.

    In his current role, Dan’s primary focus is on producing new revenue-generating accounts, managing service expectations and deliverables to clients, assisting with firm-wide initiatives and growing top line revenue. Dan leverages his extensive expertise in commercial property and casualty insurance, along with his specialized knowledge in the nonprofit sector and marine industry operational risks. He excels at assessing liabilities and crafting customized solutions to address risk management and insurance requirements for clients and prospects.

    Dan employs effective communication skills, adopting a consultative approach with a strong emphasis on building relationships. Prior to joining RCM&D, Dan served as a Commercial Risk Advisor at HUB International.

    Registration 

    Member - Complimentary 

    Non-member - Complimentary 





    • Thursday, October 16, 2025
    • Thursday, April 16, 2026
    • 6 sessions
    • In-person and Zoom



    Unlock the core of resilient, motivating leadership through a powerful 7-month hybrid experience rooted in self-discovery, purpose, skill development, and practical application. 

    The MNCHA Leadership Academy is designed to challenge, inspire, and equip current and emerging home care leaders to increase confidence and competence in their oversight of others' performance. 

    Within the 12 content areas included in the series, participants will learn strategies that support clinical care, quality measure, compliance, and staff retention success. The MNCHA Leadership Academy enables participants to briefly step away from their daily work demands and focus on increasing their effectiveness going forward by enhancing current skills and identifying opportunities for growth. 

    This is NOT a generic leadership program. Real-life home care examples are used throughout, as well as interactive elements where participants can "try on" new skills before returning to their daily routines. 

    2025-2026 Academy Schedule

    • October 16, 2025 - Session One, in-person* (4 hours of education, includes lunch)
    • November 13, 2025 - Session Two (1 hour webinar) 
    • December 2025 - Off
    • January 8, 2026 - Session Three (1 hour webinar) 
    • February 12, 2026 - Session Four (1 hour webinar) 
    • March 26, 2026 - Session Five (1 hour webinar) 
    • April 16, 2026 - Session Six, in person* (4 hours of education, includes lunch)

    *In-person sessions will be scheduled for 10:00 AM - 3:30 PM. Webinars will be held from 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM. 

    *Location will be Columbia, Maryland. Venue details will be confirmed at the time of applicant notification.

    Content Areas

    • Leadership Agility 
    • Providing Meaningful Feedback
    • Creating Measurable Objectives 
    • Developing Successful Plans
    • Creatively Solving Problems 
    • Using Data to Improve 
    • Delegating to Others 
    • Leading & Inspiring Change 
    • Addressing Staff Performance & Using Progressive Discipline
    • Retaining Exceptional Staff
    • Creating a Culture of Trust

    Pending approval of Nursing, Therapy, and Social Work continuing education units by respective Maryland licensing Boards.

    Eligibility & Applications

    The MNCHA Leadership Academy is open to MNCHA members and non-members, regardless of job title, managerial experience, or clinical background. Leadership potential and aspiration within the organization and/or industry is a key consideration, not the individual's specific role or current position. 

    Applications must be submitted by all interested participants no later than midnight on September 22, 2025. Click here to submit the application 

    All applicants should hold the two in-person sessions and webinar dates listed above until notice of selection. Selected participants will be notified by September 29, 2025. Once notified all payment must be completed by the start date of October 16, 2025. 

    Cost

    Tuition includes learning materials, webinar recordings, and meals provided during in-person sessions. 

    • MNCHA members: Tuition fee is $399. Full and partial tuition scholarships will be available to MNCHA members on a first come, first served basis. 
    • Non-members: Tuition fee is $899

    The MNCHA Leadership Academy is generously sponsored by Alfa Specialty Pharmacy

    Alfa Specialty Pharmacy, founded in 2007, is a regional provider of pharmacy services in Maryland, the District of Columbia, and Virginia. Alfa is dedicated to providing comprehensive and high-touch pharmacy services to the post-acute care community, specializing in pharmacy case management to home-based individuals with chronic conditions and complex drug regimens. 


    Featured Speaker

    Lou Ann Brubaker 

    Lou Ann Brubaker is the Founder and President of Brubaker Consulting, a company providing management and marketing educational programming. Since 1988, she has taught thousands of post-acute care professionals across the entire continuum.

    Ms. Brubaker ’s senior management and marketing seminars have earned her national recognition as one of America ’s leading education providers. Her program, Putting the SUPER in Supervision is considered a flagship program in skills development.

    Clients include the nation ’s leading direct care providers, ranging from multi-facility chains and CCRCs to home health, hospice, and personal care organizations. Her expertise is also valued highly by senior care ancillary services companies. For more than 20 years she has provided sales education programs to ancillary organizations wishing to expand their market share within the post-acute care environments.

    Lou Ann Brubaker ’s diverse professional experience ranges from administration of a senior citizen utility assistance program, the transitioning of an in-house advertising agency to a revenue- generating division and the management of more than 35 satellite operations and 500 sales representatives within a senior care products organization. Just prior to founding her own company, she directed the North American marketing for an organization that in three years grew to become the world ’s largest provider of online clinical, scientific and technical information during which time she served on the leadership team that strategically re-crafted the international pricing of online information.

    A graduate of Kent State University (B.S., Public Policy/Political Science), Ms. Brubaker is Past- Chair and Past-Director of the Board of Trustees for The Beacon Institute (the educational affiliate of Mid-Atlantic Lifespan, the largest senior care association in Maryland). She also served as a nationally elected Director of the Business & Professional Women ’s Foundation.

    You can reach Lou Ann Brubaker at 301-535-5449 or at brubak97@aol.com. For more information, visit her website at www.brubakerconsulting.com.

    • Thursday, October 16, 2025
    • 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    • Brookeville Beer Farm [20315 A, Georgia Ave, Brookeville, MD 20833]
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    Strengthen Your Local HomeCare Network

    Looking to connect with others in your field, exchange best practices, and grow your career? Join us for an in-person networking event that brings together leaders and professionals across the homecare industry. 

    Registration 

    Member - $30 

    Non-member - $50 

    Event Sponsor - $300 [Includes one [1] complimentary ticket, social media call out, table placard, and logo in event details.] [SOLD]

    Sponsored by 


    • Wednesday, October 22, 2025
    • 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
    • Hyatt House [240 Mall Blvd, King of Prussia, PA 19406]
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    As the home care industry continues to consolidate and evolve, understanding the dynamics of mergers and acquisitions (M&A) is more critical than ever. This exclusive, in-person summit brings together top dealmakers, legal and financial experts, and leading home care executives to explore the current M&A landscape, valuation trends, and strategic considerations for buyers and sellers. Whether you're looking to grow through acquisition, prepare your agency for sale, or simply stay informed about the forces reshaping the industry, this session offers timely insights and actionable guidance. 

    During this full day summit, we'll explore: 

    • Key drivers behind the recent surge in M&A activity within the home care sector
    • How to evaluate agency valuation and prepare for sue diligence 
    • Legal and regulatory factors that can impact transaction structure and timelines 
    • Growth strategies through acquisition, partnership, or private equity investment
    • How to position your agency for future opportunities in a consolidating market

    Agenda

    9:00 AM - 10:00 AM     Registration, Networking & Exhibits 

    10:00 AM - 11:00 AM   Navigating Change, the Evolving HCBS Landscape

    11:00 AM - 12:00 PM   Mergers & Acquisitions: Home Health Care Outlook 

    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM     Lunch 

    1:00 PM - 2:00 PM      Deal Killers & Red Flags: A Legal Perspective on Home Care M&A 

    2:00 PM - 2:45 PM     Picking a Broker & Preparing for Sale 

    2:45 PM - 3:30 PM     Networking & Exhibits 

    Registration 

    Member - $239

    • Tuesday, November 04, 2025
    • 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • Zoom
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    Being able to make change in home care starts with advocacy. We advocate every day for our patients in their homes, but what about advocating further to key decision-makers who oversee regulations and laws that impact us? This presentation will explain what advocacy is, where to find the right people to talk to, and how you can effectively share your story. By working together, we can educate legislators and regulatory leaders on how their decisions impact our patients and ensure that access to quality of care remains paramount.

    Featured Speaker

    Lindsey Howard 

    Regional Director of Government Affairs, North - Maxim Healthcare Services 

    Lindsey Howard serves as the Regional Director of Government Affairs for Maxim Healthcare Services, focusing on 10 northern states. There, she advocates for patient access to care, the needs of caregivers and nurses, and the importance of private duty nursing. Lindsey has 15+ years of experience within the home health care industry, including caregiving to patients as a Certified Nursing Assistant. Since then, she has moved through the ranks throughout the industry as a Client Services Manager, Home Health Aide Recruiter, Quality Assurance auditor, and in the past 8 years has worked as a member of a Government Affairs team. Understanding all parts of home health care has been essential to her professional development and career. Lindsey is passionate about ensuring quality care is delivered to those requiring care in the home and working with industry partners to improve those services.

    Registration 

    Member - Complimentary 

    Non-member - Complimentary 

    • Tuesday, November 11, 2025
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    Reach New Audiences in Our November Newsletter!

    Don't miss the chance to advertise in our November e-Newsletter! Connect with over 460 owners, decision-makers, clinicians and staff and increase your reach to 80+ companies across Maryland and Washington, D.C.

    November Advertising Opportunities:

    • Vertical - 300x600 pixels
    • Horizontal - 728x90 pixels
    • Square - 250x250 pixels
    • Website Presence - Corporate Logo & Hyperlink [one year]
    • "Stay Informed" Email - Sponsored Promotional Email includes logo, link to company website, and 50-word blurb.

    The deadline for purchasing November advertising is October 28, 2025.

    View Digital Advertising Details & Sizing Here

    • Tuesday, November 18, 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    • Zoom
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    The Home Health Agency committee meets quarterly to discuss issues, operations, and compliance specific to Medicare-certified Home Health Agencies. Please email chouck@mncha.org with any requested meeting agenda topics in advance of this scheduled meeting.

    This Committee Meeting is free and open to any MNCHA member working in the Home Health Agency community.

    Participation in the meeting is free but registration is required so that you can receive the meeting login information.


    • Thursday, November 20, 2025
    • 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    • Zoom
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    Please join members of the MNCHA Personal Care Agency community to discuss the unique operational, business growth, and workforce challenges facing your Residential Service Agencies. Members exchange ideas and best practices on how to tackle these challenges, and share other sector-specific news & state updates.

    Please email chouck@mncha.org with any requested meeting agenda topics in advance of this scheduled meeting.

    This Committee Meeting is free and open to any MNCHA member working in the Personal Care community.

    Participation in the meeting is free but registration is required so that you can receive the meeting login information.


Past Events

Thursday, September 18, 2025 MNCHA Personal Care Member Meeting
Tuesday, September 16, 2025 MNCHA Home Health Agency Quarterly Sector Meeting
Thursday, September 11, 2025 VGM Durable Medical Equipment Roadshow
Thursday, August 21, 2025 HomeCare Networking Event
Thursday, July 17, 2025 MNCHA Personal Care Member Meeting
Tuesday, July 08, 2025 RSA Reclassification Webinar Series
Tuesday, June 24, 2025 Customer Service Training for Front-Line Staff
Tuesday, June 17, 2025 MNCHA Home Health Agency Quarterly Sector Meeting
Thursday, June 12, 2025 In the Wake of The Homecare Worker Rights Act
Thursday, May 08, 2025 MNCHA Personal Care Member Meeting
Tuesday, May 06, 2025 Annual Conference
Tuesday, March 25, 2025 MNCHA Home Health Agency Quarterly Sector Meeting
Thursday, March 20, 2025 MNCHA Personal Care Member Meeting
Wednesday, February 26, 2025 Home Health Nuts & Bolts
Tuesday, February 11, 2025 February e-Newsletter Advertisement
Thursday, January 30, 2025 Artificial Intelligence in Home Care
Tuesday, January 28, 2025 Legislative Advocacy Day 2025
Monday, January 13, 2025 MNCHA Weekly Legislative Committee Meeting
Wednesday, December 04, 2024 Pre-Session Legislative Update
Tuesday, November 19, 2024 MNCHA DME Member Sector Meeting
Thursday, November 14, 2024 MNCHA Personal Care Member Meeting
Tuesday, November 12, 2024 MNCHA PDN Member Sector Meeting
Friday, November 01, 2024 2025 Corporate Sponsorship
Tuesday, October 15, 2024 MNCHA DME Member Sector Meeting
Tuesday, October 08, 2024 Fall Symposium
Tuesday, September 17, 2024 Reducing Falls and Managing Function
Wednesday, September 04, 2024 The Ultimate Guide to Home Care Scheduling
Tuesday, August 13, 2024 Home Health Nuts & Bolts
Wednesday, July 31, 2024 Managing Clients with Behavioral Health Diagnosis
Thursday, July 11, 2024 Intentional Management of Comorbidities
Wednesday, July 10, 2024 Pondering Home Health Agency Data
Thursday, June 27, 2024 MNCHA Quarterly Personal Care Agency Member Meeting
Wednesday, June 26, 2024 Manning the Crow's Nest
Tuesday, June 25, 2024 MNCHA Quarterly Pediatric PDN Member Sector Meeting
Tuesday, June 18, 2024 MNCHA Home Health Agency Quarterly Sector Meeting
Tuesday, May 14, 2024 Annual Conference
Tuesday, May 14, 2024 MNCHA Awards Ceremony
Wednesday, April 10, 2024 How to Prepare for Discharge Function
Wednesday, March 20, 2024 MNCHA Personal Care & Pediatric PDN Meeting
Wednesday, March 06, 2024 Beyond Clinical Skills: Using Engage with® Skills Training Programs to support Maryland Longevity Ready Initiative
Tuesday, March 05, 2024 MNCHA Home Health Member Meeting
Thursday, February 29, 2024 Home Care Nuts and Bolts: Beyond the Basics
Tuesday, January 30, 2024 Legislative Advocacy Day 2024
Tuesday, January 23, 2024 Home Health Nuts & Bolts
Tuesday, January 16, 2024 MNCHA Weekly Legislative Committee Meeting
Wednesday, January 10, 2024 How to Provide Compliant Maintenance Therapy
Tuesday, December 19, 2023 Career Placement
Wednesday, November 29, 2023 Home Health Reimbursement Workshop
Wednesday, November 15, 2023 OASIS: Focus on HHVBP and GG Items
Tuesday, November 14, 2023 Home Health Survey Preparedness
Thursday, November 09, 2023 Networking Happy Hour
Thursday, November 09, 2023 MNCHA Private Duty & Personal Care Member Meeting
Tuesday, November 07, 2023 MNCHA Home Health Agency Member Meeting
Wednesday, October 25, 2023 Value Based Purchasing: Clinical Impact
Tuesday, October 10, 2023 The Land of 10,000 Codes: A 4-Part ICD-10-CM Coding Knowledge, Update, and Refresher Course
Wednesday, September 27, 2023 Mobile Technology in Home Healthcare
Thursday, September 21, 2023 MNCHA Private Duty & Personal Care Member Meeting
Thursday, September 14, 2023 MNCHA Fall Symposium
Tuesday, September 12, 2023 MNCHA Home Health Agency Member Meeting
Wednesday, August 23, 2023 Home Health Value Based Purchasing Expansion
Wednesday, June 07, 2023 MNCHA Private Duty Member Meeting
Tuesday, June 06, 2023 Maximizing the Employee Retention Credit for Homecare Professionals
Thursday, May 11, 2023 Annual Conference
Monday, April 03, 2023 MNCHA Weekly Legislative Committee Meetings
Wednesday, March 22, 2023 MNCHA Private Duty Member Meeting
Tuesday, March 07, 2023 Home Health Administrator’s Webinar Series for Reform Success
Tuesday, March 07, 2023 MNCHA HHA Member Meeting
Thursday, February 02, 2023 MNCHA Legislative Advocacy Day

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