MNCHA upcoming events

Career Placement (Thursday, January 01, 2026)

Thu, 01 Jan 2026 05:00:00 GMT

Are You Looking to Fill a Vacancy?

The Maryland-National Capital Homecare Association connects job seekers and those hiring through our Career Center.

Postings are complimentary for MNCHA members; for non-members, the fee per listing is $100. Payment must be received in full before we post a career placement to the Career Center. The career placement will remain online for 30-days but can be renewed for an additional 30-days at the same rate.

How to List a Position:

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]. Include relevant job information and instructions for how applicants should apply [web address, email, etc].

Donate to MNCHA to Promote the Home Care Industry in Maryland (Thursday, July 16, 2026)

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Contributions to MNCHA are not deductible as charitable contributions for federal income tax purposes. However, they may be deductible as ordinary and necessary business expenses. Donors should consult their tax advisors regarding the deductibility of their payments. If you wish to contribute an amount in excess of what is listed, please contact us at info@mncha.org.

Contribution amounts:

$75 contribution
$150 contribution
$300 contribution
$500 contribution

Home Care Growth Exchange Series (Wednesday, August 19, 2026)

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Marketing, Operations & Leadership Strategies for Home Care

Many agency owners believe that a lack of growth is a marketing problem. They spend time, money, and energy trying to fill the top of their funnel, only to find that revenue remains stagnant or referrals feel completely inconsistent. The truth? Marketing doesn't fail - conversion and operations do.

This comprehensive webinar series is designed specifically for home care agency owners who want to stop leaking opportunities and start maximizing their revenue. Moving beyond generic marketing advice, this series dives deep into the operational bottlenecks, behavioral psychology, and intake systems that quietly dictate whether your business scales or stalls.

By bridging the gap between marketing promises and operational reality, you will learn how to turn existing phone inquiries into loyal clients, diagnose internal barriers to growth, and elevate your reputation from interchangeable to indispensable.

Session 1 - August 19th

Inquiry Calls That Convert: Turning Phone Calls into Clients

Marketing doesn't fail - conversion does. Learn how inquiry calls are won or lost, and how small changes in process, tone, and confidence can dramatically increase close rates.

What You'll Learn:

Identify where inquiry calls commonly break down
Learn the structure of a high-converting call
Understand how emotion and trust drive decisions
Create simple coaching and call-review systems

Session 2 - October 21st

Breaking the Growth Barrier: Why Home Care Agencies Stop Growing... Even When Demand Keeps Increasing

If referrals feel inconsistent or overwhelming, marketing may not be the issue. This session helps owners diagnose operational bottlenecks that quietly block growth - and fix them.

What You'll Learn:

Identify bottlenecks across staffing, scheduling, and intake
Know when to step in and fix systems
Align marketing promises with operational reality
Use a bottleneck-assessment checklist quarterly

Session 3 - December 9th

From Vendor to Partner: How Referral Sources Decide Who Gets the Call

Referral sources don't choose agencies based on brochures - they choose based on trust, reliability, and responsiveness. Learn what truly influences referral behavior heading into 2027.

What You'll Learn

Understand how referral sources evaluate agencies
Learn what builds confidence vs. hesitation
Improve responsiveness and follow-through
Position your agency as a problem-solving partner

Featured Speakers

Debbie Miller

Founder, 52 Weeks Marketing & Helper Heroes

A successful home care agency owner and operator, Debbie is the founder of Helper Heroes, the premier virtual assistant staffing provider dedicated exclusively to the home care sector, and 52 Weeks Marketing, a company dedicated to equipping home care businesses with powerful marketing systems and operational tools. She has more than 18 years of experience growing and streamlining home care agencies, so Debbie understands the pain points of owners first-hand. Her mission is to help agencies run leaner, faster, and smarter with solutions that truly work.

Jennifer Battista

Chief Strategy Partnership & Growth Officer, Helper Heroes

Jennifer is a seasoned home care advocate and the Chief Strategic Partnership & Growth Officer at Helper Heroes and the 52 Weeks family of solutions. With more than 15 years of experience in home and community-based services operations and policy, Jennifer understands the complex ecosystem of the industry first-hand. She strives to build high-impact partnerships and collaborations that drive growth, innovation, and operational excellence for home care providers nationwide.

Registration

Member - Complimentary

Non-member - $89

Care Connections: A MNCHA Networking Event (Thursday, August 20, 2026)

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 20:00:00 GMT

MNCHA invites home care professionals, industry partners, and legislators to a networking event designed to spark meaningful conversations and lasting connections. This is a unique opportunity to engage directly with policymakers and industry leaders on the issues impacting home care in Maryland - all in a relaxed, social setting. Enjoy beer, wine, soda, and heavy hors d'oeuvres while building relationships and exchanging ideas with those shaping the future of home care.

Registration

Member - $45

Non-member - $65

Event Sponsor - $400 [Includes one [1] complimentary ticket, social media call out, table placard, and logo in event details.]

Home Health Member Meeting (Tuesday, August 25, 2026)

Tue, 25 Aug 2026 14:00:00 GMT

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.

PDN Member Meeting (Tuesday, August 25, 2026)

Tue, 25 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT

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.

2026 Home Health Hot Topics Webinar Series (Tuesday, September 08, 2026)

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 16:00:00 GMT

ICD-10 Coding Update: New Codes & Claims Issues

This session will provide an overview of the 2027 ICD-10 CM changes with a focus on the changes that will be the most consequential for Home Health agencies, discuss the impact these changes will have on claims that begin prior to and end after October 1.

Featured Speaker

Jennifer Osburn, RN, HCS-D, COS-C

Jennifer Osburn, RN, HCS-D, COS-C is a Clinical Consultant with Healthcare Provider Solutions (HPS). With over 30 years of home health experience, Jennifer brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise which includes education and training, agency management, quality, clinical case management, and software technology. She is also a credentialed OASIS and ICD-10 Coding expert.

Jennifer began her home health career in a large privately owned agency after transitioning from Medical-Surgical Urology hospital nursing; however, she has worked for all types of agencies in multiple states. Her love for sharing knowledge and experience led her to clinical consulting, where she enjoys translating technical guidance into information that the busy home health professional can deploy to improve the efficiency and quality of care being delivered to the patients they serve.

Jennifer Osburn has led numerous home health educational seminars for state and national associations as well as specifically designed education training plans for agencies for the past 12 years. In addition to consulting across the US, she has trained staff for The Joint Commission and ACHC, has authored numerous industry blogs and articles, and has assisted home health software companies with solutions that ensure compliance with Medicare guidelines. Her areas of expertise and firsthand experience include OASIS, ICD-10-CM Coding, Case Management, Medicare Home Health Conditions of Participation, Billing Requirements, Documentation Compliance for Quality and Payment, Emergency Preparedness, Agency Operations, and PDGM.

Registration

Member - Complimentary

Non-member - $25

DME Member Meeting (Tuesday, September 15, 2026)

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 18:00:00 GMT

The DME committee meets to discuss issues specific to the DME industry. The agenda is set by the participants. Topics such as Medicaid, pre-authorization and competitive bidding are routinely discussed. Please join us!

If you have specific items you would like to discuss, please email chouck@mncha.org with items for the agenda.

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

Registration

Member - Complimentary

MNCHA Personal Care Member Meeting (Thursday, September 24, 2026)

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 18:00:00 GMT

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.

2026 Home Health Hot Topics Webinar Series (Tuesday, October 13, 2026)

Tue, 13 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Open Enrollment for Medicare Patients & How Home Health is Impacted

The Open Enrollment Period that allows patients the time to make changes to their Medicare coverage can be one of the most frustrating times for home health agencies. The most uncertain times are in the after math of the enrollment period when agencies are faced with ensuring that they are billing the appropriate plan. This session will review steps to ensure that you are doing everything possible to ensure that the patient payer is correct.

Featured Speaker

Regina Wild, LPN

Regina Wild, LPN, is currently Director of Managed Care Consulting with Healthcare Provider Solutions. Regina is an experienced healthcare professional with over 15 years of industry experience. She has worked as a nurse, business development professional, and contracting/credentialing specialist. Regina has a deep understanding of the healthcare system and has worked in various healthcare settings, gaining valuable insights into the industry. Regina's primary focus is on Managed Care contracting, where she helps providers maximize reimbursement, strengthen referral relationships, and expand their market presence. She is passionate about assisting healthcare providers in navigating the complexities of the industry and achieving their goals.

Registration

Member - Complimentary

Non-member - $25

Leadership Academy Sponsorship (Thursday, October 15, 2026)

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Position your organization as a valued partner in developing the next generation of home care leaders while building meaningful connections with current and emerging industry professionals. The MNCHA Leadership Academy is a six-month leadership development program that provides sponsors with sustained brand exposure far beyond a single event.

As a sponsor, you'll gain visibility with home care professionals through Academy sessions, participant resources, digital marketing, social media, newsletters, and graduation recognition. More importantly, you'll demonstrate your commitment to strengthening the future of home-based care by investing in the leaders who will drive innovation, inspire teams, and shape the industry for years to come.

Whether you're looking to increase brand awareness, build relationships with healthcare leaders, or showcase your commitment to professional development, sponsoring the MNCHA Leadership Academy is a meaningful opportunity to make a lasting impact while elevating your organization's presence within the home care community.

View Sponsorship Opportunities Here

Registration

Presenting Sponsor - $7,500 [Exclusive]

Leadership Sponsor - $4,000 [1 Available]

Session Sponsor - $1,500 [6 Available]

Graduation Sponsor - $2,500 [Exclusive]

Scholarship Sponsor - $1,000

Participant Welcome Kit Sponsor - $1,250 [Exclusive]

Leadership Resource Sponsor - $1,000 [Exclusive]

Networking Breakfast/Lunch Sponsor - $750 [2 Available]

MNCHA Leadership Academy (Thursday, October 15, 2026)

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Unlock the core of resilient, motivating leadership through a powerful 7-month 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.

2026-2027 Academy Schedule

Thursday, October 15, 2026 - Session 1: in-person* (4 hours of education, includes lunch)
Thursday, November 12, 2026 - Session 2** (1 hour webinar)
December 2026 - Off
Thursday, January 14, 2027 - Session 3** (1 hour webinar)
Thursday, February 11, 2027 - Session 4** (1 hour webinar)
Thursday, March 18, 2027 - Session 5** (1 hour webinar)
Thursday, April 15, 2027 - Session 6: in-person* (4 hours of education, includes lunch)

*In-person sessions will be scheduled for 10AM-3:30PM at the Beacon Institute in Columbia, Maryland.

**Webinars will be held from 2-3PM.

Curriculum 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

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 Wednesday, September 16, 2026.

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 25, 2026.

Cost

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

MNCHA members: Tuition fee is $425.
Non-member: Tuition fee is $775.

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MNCHA would like to recognize the generous support of our partners whose sponsorship makes the Leadership Academy possible:

Leadership Sponsor: 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.

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Featured Instructor

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.

Home Care Growth Exchange Series (Wednesday, October 21, 2026)

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Marketing, Operations & Leadership Strategies for Home Care

Session 1 - August 19th

Inquiry Calls That Convert: Turning Phone Calls into Clients

Marketing doesn't fail - conversion does. Learn how inquiry calls are won or lost, and how small changes in process, tone, and confidence can dramatically increase close rates.

What You'll Learn:

Identify where inquiry calls commonly break down
Learn the structure of a high-converting call
Understand how emotion and trust drive decisions
Create simple coaching and call-review systems

Session 2 - October 21st

Breaking the Growth Barrier: Why Home Care Agencies Stop Growing... Even When Demand Keeps Increasing

If referrals feel inconsistent or overwhelming, marketing may not be the issue. This session helps owners diagnose operational bottlenecks that quietly block growth - and fix them.

What You'll Learn:

Identify bottlenecks across staffing, scheduling, and intake
Know when to step in and fix systems
Align marketing promises with operational reality
Use a bottleneck-assessment checklist quarterly

Session 3 - December 9th

From Vendor to Partner: How Referral Sources Decide Who Gets the Call

Referral sources don't choose agencies based on brochures - they choose based on trust, reliability, and responsiveness. Learn what truly influences referral behavior heading into 2027.

What You'll Learn

Understand how referral sources evaluate agencies
Learn what builds confidence vs. hesitation
Improve responsiveness and follow-through
Position your agency as a problem-solving partner

Featured Speakers

Debbie Miller

Founder, 52 Weeks Marketing & Helper Heroes

Jennifer Battista

Chief Strategy Partnership & Growth Officer, Helper Heroes

Registration

Member - Complimentary

Non-member - $89

Care Connections: A MNCHA Networking Event (Thursday, October 22, 2026)

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 20:00:00 GMT

MNCHA invites home care professionals, industry partners, and legislators to a networking event designed to spark meaningful conversation and lasting connections. This is a unique opportunity to engage directly with policymakers and industry leaders on the issues impacting home care in Maryland—all in a relaxed, social setting. Enjoy beer, wine, soda, and heavy hors d’oeuvres while building relationships and exchanging ideas with those shaping the future of home care.

Registration

Member - $45

Non-member - $65

Event Sponsor - $400 [Includes one [1] complimentary ticket, social media call out, table placard, and logo in event details.]

November Digital Advertising (Tuesday, November 10, 2026)

Tue, 10 Nov 2026 05:00:00 GMT

Reach New Audiences in Our 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.

Advertising Opportunities:

Vertical Advertising
Horizontal Advertising
Square Advertising
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 27, 2026.

View the digital advertising sizing here

Home Health Member Meeting (Tuesday, November 10, 2026)

Tue, 10 Nov 2026 15:00:00 GMT

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.

PDN Member Meeting (Tuesday, November 10, 2026)

Tue, 10 Nov 2026 16:00:00 GMT

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.

2026 Home Health Hot Topics Webinar Series (Tuesday, November 10, 2026)

Tue, 10 Nov 2026 17:00:00 GMT

If It Wasn't Documented, It Wasn't Done

It Wasn't Done: Common Documentation Issues Impacting Home Health Agencies. We've all heard the line, "if it wasn't documented, it wasn't done". Join us for this informative session that provides examples of common documentation issues and tips to correct or avoid them and how documentation issues may negatively impact your agency during survey AND under medical review.

Featured Speaker

Jennifer Osburn, RN, HCS-D, COS-C

Registration

Member - Complimentary

Non-member - $25

MNCHA Leadership Academy (Thursday, November 12, 2026)

Thu, 12 Nov 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Unlock the core of resilient, motivating leadership through a powerful 7-month 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.

2026-2027 Academy Schedule

Thursday, October 15, 2026 - Session 1: in-person* (4 hours of education, includes lunch)
Thursday, November 12, 2026 - Session 2** (1 hour webinar)
December 2026 - Off
Thursday, January 14, 2027 - Session 3** (1 hour webinar)
Thursday, February 11, 2027 - Session 4** (1 hour webinar)
Thursday, March 18, 2027 - Session 5** (1 hour webinar)
Thursday, April 15, 2027 - Session 6: in-person* (4 hours of education, includes lunch)

*In-person sessions will be scheduled for 10AM-3:30PM at the Beacon Institute in Columbia, Maryland.

**Webinars will be held from 2-3PM.

Curriculum 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

Eligibility & Applications

Applications must be submitted by all interested participants no later than midnight on Wednesday, September 16, 2026.

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 25, 2026.

Cost

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

MNCHA members: Tuition fee is $425.
Non-member: Tuition fee is $775.

________________________________________________________________________________________

MNCHA would like to recognize the generous support of our partners whose sponsorship makes the Leadership Academy possible:

Leadership Sponsor: Alfa Specialty Pharmacy

________________________________________________________________________________________

Featured Instructor

Lou Ann Brubaker

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.

MNCHA Personal Care Member Meeting (Tuesday, November 17, 2026)

Tue, 17 Nov 2026 19:00:00 GMT

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.

DME Member Meeting (Thursday, November 19, 2026)

Thu, 19 Nov 2026 19:00:00 GMT

If you have specific items you would like to discuss, please email chouck@mncha.org with items for the agenda.

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

Registration

Member - Complimentary

Home Care Growth Exchange Series (Wednesday, December 09, 2026)

Wed, 09 Dec 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Marketing, Operations & Leadership Strategies for Home Care

Session 1 - August 19th

Inquiry Calls That Convert: Turning Phone Calls into Clients

Marketing doesn't fail - conversion does. Learn how inquiry calls are won or lost, and how small changes in process, tone, and confidence can dramatically increase close rates.

What You'll Learn:

Identify where inquiry calls commonly break down
Learn the structure of a high-converting call
Understand how emotion and trust drive decisions
Create simple coaching and call-review systems

Session 2 - October 21st

Breaking the Growth Barrier: Why Home Care Agencies Stop Growing... Even When Demand Keeps Increasing

If referrals feel inconsistent or overwhelming, marketing may not be the issue. This session helps owners diagnose operational bottlenecks that quietly block growth - and fix them.

What You'll Learn:

Identify bottlenecks across staffing, scheduling, and intake
Know when to step in and fix systems
Align marketing promises with operational reality
Use a bottleneck-assessment checklist quarterly

Session 3 - December 9th

From Vendor to Partner: How Referral Sources Decide Who Gets the Call

Referral sources don't choose agencies based on brochures - they choose based on trust, reliability, and responsiveness. Learn what truly influences referral behavior heading into 2027.

What You'll Learn

Understand how referral sources evaluate agencies
Learn what builds confidence vs. hesitation
Improve responsiveness and follow-through
Position your agency as a problem-solving partner

Featured Speakers

Debbie Miller

Founder, 52 Weeks Marketing & Helper Heroes

Jennifer Battista

Chief Strategy Partnership & Growth Officer, Helper Heroes

Registration

Member - Complimentary

Non-member - $89

2026 Home Health Hot Topics Webinar Series (Tuesday, December 15, 2026)

Tue, 15 Dec 2026 17:00:00 GMT

2027 Hot Topics of Implementation for The Coming Year!

This session will be a must attend! This session will highlight all of the updates for 2027 and best practices for implementing any changes that agencies may see as a challenge.

Featured Speaker

Melinda A. Gaboury

Melinda A. Gaboury, with more than 33 years in home care, has over 23 years of executive speaking and educating experience, including extensive day to day interaction with home care and hospice professionals. She routinely conducts Home Care and Hospice Reimbursement Workshops and speaks at state association meetings throughout the country. Melinda has profound experience in Medicare PDGM training, billing, collections, case-mix calculations, chart reviews and due diligence. UPIC, RA, ADR & TPE appeals with all Medicare MACs have become the forefront of Melinda’s current impact on the industry. She is currently serving as Chair of the The Alliance/HHFMA Advisory Board and Work Group and is serving on the board of the Home Care Association of Florida and the Tennessee Association for Home Care. Melinda is also the author of the Home Health OASIS Guide to OASIS-E1 and Home Health Billing Answers, 2025.

Registration

Member - Complimentary

Non-member - $25

MNCHA Leadership Academy (Thursday, January 14, 2027)

Thu, 14 Jan 2027 19:00:00 GMT

Unlock the core of resilient, motivating leadership through a powerful 7-month 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.

2026-2027 Academy Schedule

Thursday, October 15, 2026 - Session 1: in-person* (4 hours of education, includes lunch)
Thursday, November 12, 2026 - Session 2** (1 hour webinar)
December 2026 - Off
Thursday, January 14, 2027 - Session 3** (1 hour webinar)
Thursday, February 11, 2027 - Session 4** (1 hour webinar)
Thursday, March 18, 2027 - Session 5** (1 hour webinar)
Thursday, April 15, 2027 - Session 6: in-person* (4 hours of education, includes lunch)

*In-person sessions will be scheduled for 10AM-3:30PM at the Beacon Institute in Columbia, Maryland.

**Webinars will be held from 2-3PM.

Curriculum 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

Eligibility & Applications

Applications must be submitted by all interested participants no later than midnight on Wednesday, September 16, 2026.

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 25, 2026.

Cost

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

MNCHA members: Tuition fee is $425.
Non-member: Tuition fee is $775.

________________________________________________________________________________________

MNCHA would like to recognize the generous support of our partners whose sponsorship makes the Leadership Academy possible:

Leadership Sponsor: Alfa Specialty Pharmacy

________________________________________________________________________________________

Featured Instructor

Lou Ann Brubaker

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.

MNCHA Leadership Academy (Thursday, February 11, 2027)

Thu, 11 Feb 2027 19:00:00 GMT

Unlock the core of resilient, motivating leadership through a powerful 7-month 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.

2026-2027 Academy Schedule

Thursday, October 15, 2026 - Session 1: in-person* (4 hours of education, includes lunch)
Thursday, November 12, 2026 - Session 2** (1 hour webinar)
December 2026 - Off
Thursday, January 14, 2027 - Session 3** (1 hour webinar)
Thursday, February 11, 2027 - Session 4** (1 hour webinar)
Thursday, March 18, 2027 - Session 5** (1 hour webinar)
Thursday, April 15, 2027 - Session 6: in-person* (4 hours of education, includes lunch)

*In-person sessions will be scheduled for 10AM-3:30PM at the Beacon Institute in Columbia, Maryland.

**Webinars will be held from 2-3PM.

Curriculum 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

Eligibility & Applications

Applications must be submitted by all interested participants no later than midnight on Wednesday, September 16, 2026.

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 25, 2026.

Cost

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

MNCHA members: Tuition fee is $425.
Non-member: Tuition fee is $775.

________________________________________________________________________________________

MNCHA would like to recognize the generous support of our partners whose sponsorship makes the Leadership Academy possible:

Leadership Sponsor: Alfa Specialty Pharmacy

________________________________________________________________________________________

Featured Instructor

Lou Ann Brubaker

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.

MNCHA Leadership Academy (Thursday, March 18, 2027)

Thu, 18 Mar 2027 18:00:00 GMT

Unlock the core of resilient, motivating leadership through a powerful 7-month 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.

2026-2027 Academy Schedule

Thursday, October 15, 2026 - Session 1: in-person* (4 hours of education, includes lunch)
Thursday, November 12, 2026 - Session 2** (1 hour webinar)
December 2026 - Off
Thursday, January 14, 2027 - Session 3** (1 hour webinar)
Thursday, February 11, 2027 - Session 4** (1 hour webinar)
Thursday, March 18, 2027 - Session 5** (1 hour webinar)
Thursday, April 15, 2027 - Session 6: in-person* (4 hours of education, includes lunch)

*In-person sessions will be scheduled for 10AM-3:30PM at the Beacon Institute in Columbia, Maryland.

**Webinars will be held from 2-3PM.

Curriculum 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

Eligibility & Applications

Applications must be submitted by all interested participants no later than midnight on Wednesday, September 16, 2026.

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 25, 2026.

Cost

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

MNCHA members: Tuition fee is $425.
Non-member: Tuition fee is $775.

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MNCHA would like to recognize the generous support of our partners whose sponsorship makes the Leadership Academy possible:

Leadership Sponsor: Alfa Specialty Pharmacy

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Featured Instructor

Lou Ann Brubaker

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.

MNCHA Leadership Academy (Thursday, April 15, 2027)

Thu, 15 Apr 2027 14:00:00 GMT

Unlock the core of resilient, motivating leadership through a powerful 7-month 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.

2026-2027 Academy Schedule

Thursday, October 15, 2026 - Session 1: in-person* (4 hours of education, includes lunch)
Thursday, November 12, 2026 - Session 2** (1 hour webinar)
December 2026 - Off
Thursday, January 14, 2027 - Session 3** (1 hour webinar)
Thursday, February 11, 2027 - Session 4** (1 hour webinar)
Thursday, March 18, 2027 - Session 5** (1 hour webinar)
Thursday, April 15, 2027 - Session 6: in-person* (4 hours of education, includes lunch)

*In-person sessions will be scheduled for 10AM-3:30PM at the Beacon Institute in Columbia, Maryland.

**Webinars will be held from 2-3PM.

Curriculum 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

Eligibility & Applications

Applications must be submitted by all interested participants no later than midnight on Wednesday, September 16, 2026.

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 25, 2026.

Cost

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

MNCHA members: Tuition fee is $425.
Non-member: Tuition fee is $775.

________________________________________________________________________________________

MNCHA would like to recognize the generous support of our partners whose sponsorship makes the Leadership Academy possible:

Leadership Sponsor: Alfa Specialty Pharmacy

________________________________________________________________________________________

Featured Instructor

Lou Ann Brubaker

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.