Gov. Scott Signs Legislation at Five Star Senior Living Community
March 27, 2018
On March 26, Gov. Rick Scott of Florida signed into law legislation requiring nursing homes and assisted living communities in the state to have power generators. The signing took place at Calusa Harbour, a Five Star Senior Living community in Ft. Myers. Representatives from several industry trade groups attended and shared remarks at the ceremonial…
Senior Living Advocates Convene to Discuss Growing Industry Trends
March 21, 2018
At the Argentum Public Policy Institute on Tuesday, March 20, keynote speaker Virginia Attorney General Mark Herring reaffirmed the critical importance of providing quality, compassionate care for older Americans, which includes combatting financial fraud and scams and addressing the growing opioid epidemic. “By being open and proactive, by making sure your team members are aware…
Argentum Advocates for You State Update
February 22, 2018
LifeSpan Network Names Meg LaPorte As Director of Communications & Marketing
February 1, 2018
(Columbia, Md.) – LifeSpan Network, the largest senior services provider association in the mid-Atlantic, today announced the addition of Meg LaPorte to its team as director of communications and marketing. “We are excited to welcome Meg to our team. Her extensive communications and aging services experience will be key to elevating awareness of LifeSpan Network…
Integral Senior Living Executive Director Honored for Excellence by California Assisted Living Association
December 14, 2017
VENTURA, Calif. – Steve Spira, senior executive director of Cypress Place Senior Living, has been named Outstanding Executive Director by the California Assisted Living Association (CALA). Cypress Place is an Integral Senior Living community. Spira received the prestigious award for his outstanding performance as Cypress Place’s executive director at CALA’s Fall Conference & Trade Show…
State Files Appeal After Judge Invalidates Florida Gov.’s Emergency Rule; Florida Argentum Filing Motion with District Court of Appeal
October 31, 2017
On September 16, Florida Governor Rick Scott directed the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) and the Florida Department of Elder Affairs (DOEA) to issue an emergency rule requiring assisted living communities to obtain resources within 60 days, such as a generator and fuel, to support and sustain operations for at least 96 hours…
Florida Legislators, U.S. Senators Focus on Disaster Preparedness for Older Americans
September 20, 2017
Emergency Rule Filed by Department of Elder Affairs at Direction of Florida Governor Rick Scott
September 17, 2017
A Notice of Emergency Rule, 58AER17-1 Procedures Regarding Emergency Environmental Control for Assisted Living Facilities, was filed September 16, 2017 by the Department of Elder Affairs (DOEA) at the direction of Governor Scott. A similar emergency rule was filed by the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) concerning nursing homes. The emergency rule is effective…
Argentum to Match Up To $50,000 in Support of Hurricane Harvey Relief Efforts
September 5, 2017
ALEXANDRIA, Va. – Argentum, a national association advocating for excellence in senior living, is announcing a commitment to match up to $50,000 in relief efforts to aid Argentum member communities negatively impacted by Hurricane Harvey. “Although we have been heartened to hear that most member companies were prepared for and able to deal with the…
Supporting Communities Affected by Hurricane Harvey
September 1, 2017
Argentum and state partner Texas Assisted Living Association (TALA) are encouraging those in the senior living industry to provide support to communities and employees in need. Argentum will match up to $50,000 in relief efforts to aid Argentum member communities negatively impacted by Hurricane Harvey. Please consider sending gift cards directly to TALA or donating…
Argentum to Continue CCRC Regulation Discussions with Florida Stakeholders
May 15, 2017
ALEXANDRIA, Va. – May 15, 2017 – Argentum is announcing today its sustained commitment to address regulation of Florida’s continuing care retirement communities with state and industry stakeholders at the conclusion of the Florida legislature’s 2017 session. Legislation was proposed during the 2017 session (SB 1430/HB 1349) by Senator Tom Lee (R-Brandon) and Representative Cyndi…
Kentucky Litigation Reform Legislation Signed Into Law
March 20, 2017
WASHINGTON, D.C. – March 20, 2017 – Kentucky Governor Matt Bevin signed KY SB 4, An Act Relating to Medical Review Panels, into law March 16. This law establishes a medical review panel system for use in civil litigation relating to health care providers, including assisted living and personal care home providers. Malpractice claims against…