Do you know a youth that may be facing mental health challenges? Do you know how to help? Youth Mental Health First Aid is a public education program which introduces participants to the unique risk factors and warning signs of mental health problems in adolescents, builds understanding of the importance of early intervention, and most importantly - teaches individuals how to help a youth in crisis or experiencing a mental health challenge. This introductory course is not intended for current mental...

This training will introduce participants to Washington’s Aging and Long-Term Service Administration (ALTSA). ALTSA is one of the three Medicaid payment systems that supportive housing service providers will be able to work with in order to be reimbursed for delivering Medicaid supportive housing services (once the benefit is approved by the federal government). The webinar will discuss which ALTSA clients are likely to be eligible for the supportive housing services Medicaid benefit and how providers can develop a contractual relationship with ALTSA to be reimbursed...

This webinar will provide a detailed overview of Washington’s targeted supportive housing services Medicaid benefit that is on track to be approved and implemented this year. Training content will include the proposed eligibility criteria and the scope of supportive housing services covered by the benefit. An introduction to Medicaid payment systems and the steps supportive housing providers can take to become licensed in order to be reimbursed for Medicaid supportive housing services will be discussed. Register Here: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4733961983274546180 For more information on Washington Low...

Ethics and Boundaries for Peer Specialists is a dynamic, interactive workshop designed for Peer Counselors in any role. The content is largely based on the International Association of Peer Specialists document, National Ethical Guidelines and Practice Standards. Participants will come away with a clear understanding of the ethics, guidelines, and boundaries that are essential to their profession. Beth Gould, is a Life Coach, Professional Trainer, and Public Speaker as well as owner of Greater Vision Life Coaching and serving on...

This training will introduce participants to Washington’s managed health care system, including Managed Care Organizations (MCOs). The managed care system is one of the three Medicaid payment systems that supportive housing providers will be able to work with in order to be reimbursed for delivering Medicaid supportive housing services (once the benefit is approved by the federal government). The webinar will discuss the steps supportive housing providers need to take in order to become eligible to develop contractual relationships with MCOs. Register Here: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6557284314638778116 For...

This training will introduce participants to Washington’s behavioral health care system, including Behavioral Health Organizations (BHOs). The behavioral health system is one of the three Medicaid payment systems that supportive housing providers will be able to work with in order to be reimbursed for delivering Medicaid supportive housing services (once the benefit is approved by the federal government). The webinar will discuss the steps supportive housing providers need to take in order to become eligible to develop contractual relationships with BHOs. Register Here: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2789845105459683332 For...

This webinar will provide a detailed overview of Washington’s targeted supported employment services Medicaid benefit that is on track to be approved and implemented this year. Training content will include the proposed eligibility criteria and scope of supported employment services covered by the benefit. An introduction to Medicaid payment systems and the steps supported employment providers can take to become licensed in order to be reimbursed for Medicaid supported employment services will be discussed. Register Here: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3172387190995529476 For more information on Washington Low Income...

While there are many advantages to be gained through employment, fears and misunderstandings about the effect of a paycheck on cash benefits and healthcare frequently undermine a person’s work goal. The fact is, that most beneficiaries can increase their financial wellbeing and improve their quality of life through work. This webinar will introduce the basic principles of “Work Incentives” and demonstrate that earning money and retaining necessary support benefits aren’t mutually exclusive.   You may ACCESS the webinar and participate...

The August webinar topic is Earnings, Benefits & Work Incentives: Help Support Decisions About Work featuring Rick Kugler from the Institute for Community Inclusion. While there are many advantages to be gained through employment, fears and misunderstandings about the effect of a paycheck on cash benefits and healthcare frequently undermine a person’s work goal. The fact is, that most beneficiaries can increase their financial wellbeing and improve their quality of life through work. This webinar will introduce the basic principles...

This webinar will cover the case note documentation requirements under the new supportive housing and supported employment Medicaid benefits. Medicaid is a health insurance program, so case notes must document medical necessity in order for supportive housing and employment services to qualify for Medicaid reimbursement. Participants will learn how to assess and document medical necessity and adopt case note documentation practices that meet Medicaid’s requirements. Register Here: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/815067246392670468 For more information on Washington Low Income Housing Alliance's Medicaid Webinar Training Series click here.

The Healthier Washington 1115 Medicaid Transformation Waiver includes targeted community supports for supportive housing and supported employment services. This webinar is an opportunity to hear from national experts on the importance of addressing homelessness and long-term unemployment as we prepare to address whole health. Click here for more info.

DBHR, HCA, Dept. of Commerce and our national technical assistance organization, HomeBase, are hosting a series of webinars to bring attention to the new HUD definition of chronic homelessness. The chronic homeless population is one of the targeted populations for the new supportive housing benefit in the 1115 Medicaid Waiver, and this webinar will provide an overview of documentation requirements for demonstrating chronic homelessness so members of that population can receive services under the benefit. This webinar will highlight the...

This webinar will provide a detailed overview of fidelity supportive housing services and best practices. Training content will help supportive housing providers improve the quality of their services, and it will provide a learning opportunity for other health care stakeholders to better understand this service model. Register Here: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/1028186684757773572 For more information on Washington Low Income Housing Alliance's Medicaid Webinar Training Series click here.

The Building Relationships with Landlords Webinar will focus on providing participants with ideas, practical tools, and resources for working with private landlords to obtain housing in different settings and a discussion on tenant/landlord rights and responsibilities. The webinar will not cover the legal aspects of the tenant/landlord law nor provide legal advice. However, it will provide ideas and suggested resources on how service providers can locate information on tenant/landlord laws, federal and local resources for obtaining housing, and a forum...

This webinar will provide a detailed overview of fidelity supported employment services and best practices. Training content will help supported employment providers improve the quality of their services, and it will provide a learning opportunity for other health care stakeholders to better understand this service model. Register Here: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/9006438768928540676 For more information on Washington Low Income Housing Alliance's Medicaid Webinar Training Series click here.

DBHR, HCA, Dept. of Commerce and our national technical assistance organization HomeBase are hosting a series of webinars to bring attention to the new HUD definition of chronic homelessness and the implications for housing providers. This presentation will discuss documentation strategies, resources, and tools. In addition, the presentation will introduce the DSHS Client Registry that may assist providers to coordinate care.   Click here for more info.