Idaho Health Care Association

Idaho Health Care Association The Idaho Health Care Association is a member driven association Associate Membership in IHCA is a viable, vital, and valuable investment.

As a Platinum, Gold, or Associate Member, you will be making a statement of support for the industry that supports you. We would be honored to include your organization in our Associate Membership. As a Facility Member of IHCA you combine with other members of the industry to amplify your voice and powerfully advocate for your profession and industry. You receive access to innovative and timely ed

ucation for the improvement of your team members and your organization. Most importantly, you receive the information and expertise necessary to effectively and efficiently care for the lives entrusted to you. A consistent goal of IHCA has been to protect and increase Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement. Facility Membership in IHCA also provides automatic membership with our national affiliate, American Health Care Association | National Center for Assisted Living (AHCA|NCAL). AHCA|NCAL's role is vital on the national long term care front in Washington D.C., just as IHCA’s role is essential here in Idaho. Both IHCA and AHCA|NCAL have proven track records of positively affecting regulations, trends, and legislative policies.

At the Idaho Health Care Association, we value every opportunity to connect with our members and see firsthand the impor...
09/02/2026

At the Idaho Health Care Association, we value every opportunity to connect with our members and see firsthand the important work happening in senior living communities across our state. Our team had a great visit at Touchmark at Meadow Lake Village, where we had the opportunity to spend time with members of their leadership team and learn more about their community. Touchmark at Meadow Lake Village is an inclusive senior living community offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care, providing residents with options and support to meet their needs through different stages of life.

We are grateful for the dedicated leaders and teams who work every day to serve Idaho’s seniors and their families. IHCA is proud to stand alongside providers like Touchmark as we work to support, connect, and advocate for long-term care across Idaho. Thank you to the Touchmark team for welcoming us. We love getting out and spending time with our members! Learn more about Touchmark at Meadow Lake Village: https://touchmark.com/senior-living/id/meridian/touchmark-at-meadow-lake-village/

Learn more about joining the IHCA at www.idhca.org

One of our favorite parts of what we do at the Idaho Health Care Association is getting out into our communities and spe...
09/01/2026

One of our favorite parts of what we do at the Idaho Health Care Association is getting out into our communities and spending time with the incredible members we serve! Our team had a wonderful visit with Parkwood Meadows Assisted Living, where we had the opportunity to connect with Executive Director Caroline Young and Business Office Manager Edith. Caroline brings more than 20 years of experience in senior living and has done an incredible job updating and transforming Parkwood Meadows into a beautiful, welcoming place for residents to call home. Her experience, leadership, and dedication are truly an asset to the community.

Working alongside Caroline, Edith helps ensure residents and families receive the attention, care, and support they deserve. Together, they are creating a community where residents can feel valued, comfortable, and at home.

Thank you, Caroline, Edith, and the entire Parkwood Meadows team for welcoming us! We love getting to know our members, seeing the great work happening in their communities, and celebrating the people who make long-term care in Idaho so special. Learn more about Parkwood Meadows Assisted Living at https://parkwoodmeadowsal.com/

Learn more about joining the IHCA at www.idhca.org

The Idaho Health Care Association team, Lindsay Likes, recently had the opportunity to attend a fundraiser for Mike Poha...
08/31/2026

The Idaho Health Care Association team, Lindsay Likes, recently had the opportunity to attend a fundraiser for Mike Pohanka in Jerome, alongside Julie, Administrator of Desano Place Assisted Living.

We appreciated the opportunity to have a meaningful conversation with Mike about long-term care in Idaho’s rural communities, including the unique challenges providers face and the importance of ensuring seniors across our state have access to quality care and services. It is always valuable to connect with leaders who take the time to listen, learn, and understand the needs of Idaho’s seniors and the dedicated professionals who care for them. We enjoyed getting to know Mike and his wife and appreciate their commitment to the people and communities that make Idaho such a special place to call home. Thank you for the conversation and for recognizing the importance of supporting long-term care throughout Idaho!

Learn more about the IHCA at www.idhca.org

Robert Vande Merwe Dana Leavitt

Join the Idaho Health Care Association and WHCA (Washington Health Care Association) September 14–16 at the historic Dav...
08/25/2026

Join the Idaho Health Care Association and WHCA (Washington Health Care Association) September 14–16 at the historic Davenport Hotel in Spokane for three days of education, connection, and professional growth! This year’s conference brings together long-term care professionals, industry experts, and business partners from across Idaho and Washington. Attendees can look forward to:
✅ Dynamic education sessions covering infection prevention, leadership, reimbursement, regulatory and legal issues, dementia care, HR, risk management, and more
✅ Opportunities to connect with peers and industry leaders
✅ Innovative resources and solutions at the Trade Show Luncheon
✅Casino Night and plenty of opportunities to have some fun!

This is a great opportunity to gain practical knowledge, build valuable relationships, and bring new ideas back to your organization.
📅 September 14–16, 2026
📍 Historic Davenport Hotel | Spokane, WA

Reserve your spot today at https://www.idhca.org/events/fall-workshop/

Please join us in welcoming one of our newest Idaho Health Care Association members, The Ponderosa Estate Assisted Livin...
08/24/2026

Please join us in welcoming one of our newest Idaho Health Care Association members, The Ponderosa Estate Assisted Living! This brand-new, locally owned and operated assisted living community was intentionally designed to feel like home. With just 16 private suites, Ponderosa is small on purpose, creating a more personal environment where residents can truly be known and cared for. Owners are actively involved and visit the community daily, while Administrator Abigail and the Ponderosa team are committed to providing personalized care in a beautiful setting where every detail has been thoughtfully considered. Ponderosa also offers flat-fee, all-inclusive private-pay rates, helping make costs simple and transparent for families. We’re pleased to welcome The Ponderosa Estate to the IHCA and look forward to supporting their team as they serve Idaho seniors! Learn more about The Ponderosa Estate at https://theponderosaestate.com/

Learn more about joining the IHCA at www.idhca.org

Lindsay Likes Dana Leavitt

The Idaho Health Care Association members are grateful for the opportunity to connect with Idaho’s leaders and share the...
08/18/2026

The Idaho Health Care Association members are grateful for the opportunity to connect with Idaho’s leaders and share the important work happening in long-term care across our state! A few Ensign administrators recently welcomed Idaho State Representative Ben Fuhriman of District 30 for a facility tour. Visits like these provide a valuable firsthand look at the care, dedication, and commitment our long-term care professionals provide to Idahoans every day. Thank you, Representative Fuhriman, for taking the time to visit, listen, and learn more about our industry. We appreciate all you do to advocate for long-term care in Idaho!

Learn more about the Idaho Health Care Association at www.idhca.org

08/17/2026

It was wonderful seeing so many of you at our Idaho Health Care Association convention in Nampa! A huge thank you to our sponsors, everyone who attended, and all of you who make a difference in the lives of Idahoans every day. And congratulations to our prize winners!

📣 Big news is coming! We’re currently waiting for the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare to release rural health grant opportunities, which we expect to hear more about soon. These grants could provide an opportunity for eligible rural providers to secure funding to make important improvements to their facilities, and IHCA is here to help.

At our convention, we held a class specifically on how to apply for these grants so providers can be prepared when the opportunity opens. We’ll share information with our members as soon as the grant details are released.

IHCA is also preparing to pursue funding for an innovative initiative using smart watches to monitor key biometrics and help identify when residents may need immediate attention. The goal is to reduce rehospitalizations, 911 calls, and unnecessary emergency room visits while improving care. This effort could also play an important role in our continued Medicaid advocacy. We’ve spoken with the Governor’s office, legislators, and the Department about the 4% Medicaid rate reduction that has been in place for nearly a year. We asked: If providers can demonstrate savings to Medicaid of 4%, can that 4% reduction be restored? The response has been positive, but we have to prove the savings.

That’s where this initiative comes in. We have a technology partner that will help us measure and document the Medicaid savings generated by the program, giving us the data we need to demonstrate its impact.

When the grant opportunity is officially announced, we’ll let you know. In the meantime, we need rural facilities, home care providers, and home health agencies to participate. You can sign a letter of interest now to show your willingness to be part of this effort.

We need your help. Together, we can work to save Medicaid dollars, improve outcomes for the people we serve, and make the case for restoring that 4%.

Thank you for helping us help you! Learn more at idhca.org

08/12/2026

A huge THANK YOU to the incredible sponsors of the Idaho Health Care Association’s 2026 Keith Holloway Golf Tournament and Annual Convention! Because of your generous support, IHCA is able to provide these vital events that bring education, innovation, networking, connection, and professional growth to Idaho’s long-term care community. We are grateful for your partnership and commitment to our industry!

⛳ Keith Holloway Golf Tournament Sponsors
Goodie Bag Sponsor:
Bedside Xray

Lunch Sponsor:
Mountain Care Pharmacy

Hole Sponsors:
Bluebird Health
Angel Anonymous
A Better Solution In Home Care Boise Care
Terrace Home Health and Hospice

🎉 2026 Annual Convention Sponsors
Annual Convention Sponsor:
PharMerica

Speaker Sponsors:
MontecelloAM
Sage Health

Hospitality Sponsor:
Centene Corporation

Lunch Sponsors:
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealthcare

🎂 IHCA Birthday Party Sponsors:
AmeriHealth Caritas
Cortex
Sage Health
CareSource

To each of our sponsors: Thank you for helping make these events possible! Your support strengthens the work we do together and helps us continue moving Idaho’s long-term care profession forward.

To learn more about upcoming events visit www.idhca.org

08/10/2026

🎓 Congratulations to the 2026 IHCA Foundation Scholarship Recipients! The Idaho Health Care Association is proud to celebrate five outstanding individuals who are furthering their education while making a difference in Idaho’s long-term care and healthcare communities. Please join us in congratulating this year’s scholarship recipients!

🌟 Delta Holloway Scholarship — Ashley Bakker
Ashley is pursuing her Bachelor’s degree in Nursing while working in long-term care in McCall.

🌟 IHCA Scholarship — Miranda Green
Miranda is pursuing her Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration and works at a rural skilled nursing facility with Cascadia in Kamiah.

🌟 Sheri Rogers Scholarship — Cienna Cattaneo
Cienna is pursuing her Bachelor’s degree in Nursing and works for Idaho Home Health and Hospice.

🌟 Sue Linja Scholarship — Cora Phelps
Cora is pursuing her Bachelor’s degree in Business with a focus on Human Resources and plans to continue building her career in long-term care.

🌟 Dorothy Witmer Scholarship — Lexie Stiffler
Lexie is pursuing her Bachelor’s degree in Nursing and works at a skilled nursing facility in Gooding.

We are inspired by the dedication these scholarship recipients have shown to their education, their careers, and the people they serve. We’re excited to see the impact they will continue to make across Idaho!

Learn more about the IHCA foundation at www.idhca.org

Congratulations to Clarkston Health and Rehabilitation of Cascadia in Clarkston, Washington, on earning the 2026 AHCA/NC...
08/06/2026

Congratulations to Clarkston Health and Rehabilitation of Cascadia in Clarkston, Washington, on earning the 2026 AHCA/NCAL Gold – Excellence in Quality Award, the highest honor in the American Health Care Association/National Center for Assisted Living National Quality Award Program!

As a 90-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation center, Clarkston Health and Rehabilitation is dedicated to enhancing the well-being and quality of life of every resident through personalized, patient-centered rehabilitation and 24-hour skilled nursing care. Guided by its commitment to being a "Force for Good" in every interaction, the team creates individualized care plans in a compassionate, supportive environment while fostering a culture of doing the right thing every day.

The Gold Award is the most prestigious recognition in the AHCA/NCAL National Quality Award Program, honoring organizations that demonstrate sustained excellence through systematic, effective quality improvement practices. Gold recipients are among the nation's top long term and post-acute care providers, setting the standard for exceptional, person-centered care.

Please join us in celebrating the Clarkston team on this remarkable achievement and their unwavering commitment to excellence in caring for residents and serving their community!

Learn more about the IHCA at www.idhca.org

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