Missouri Health Care Association

06/05/2026

On Thursday, District 2 hosted its MHCA Long-Term Care Pageant in Cameron, Mo. It was a fun and memorable day celebrating the amazing residents who took part!

Congratulations to this year’s incredible winners!
🏆 Sheri Wright (Oregon Care Center ) was crowned the 2026 District 1 Queen
*Fun fact: Sheri's mom won the District 2 pageant in 2017!
🥇 Margaret Lyle (Abundant Acres Care and Rehab) – 1st Runner-Up

District 2 Contestants:
🌟 Dorothy Witt - Gower Convalescent Center
🌟 Rose Owen - Tiffany Heights

Thank you to everyone who helped make the day possible and create a special experience for residents. It was a great day of celebration and connection for everyone involved!

06/04/2026

Yesterday, District 1 hosted its MHCA Long-Term Care Pageant in Belton, Mo. It was a special celebration recognizing the incredible residents at our long-term care communities!

Congratulations to this year’s incredible winners!
🏆 Shirley Roy (Carnegie Village Senior Living & Healthcare) was crowned the 2026 District 1 Queen
🥇Pam Walker (Missouri Veterans Home - Warrensburg) – 1st Runner-Up

District 1 Contestants:
🌟 Billie Lueck - Aspire Senior Living Oak Grove
🌟 Gwen Smith - Carnegie Village Senior Living & Healthcare - Rehabilitation
🌟 Helen (Pat) James - Ridge Crest Nursing Center
🌟 Sharon Aring - Tiffany Springs Senior Living & Healthcare
🌟 Judith Hadsall - Truman Lake Manor
🌟 Rose Suggs - Valley Manor & Rehab Center

We appreciate everyone who helped create such a meaningful experience for residents. The day was a wonderful celebration for all who attended.

06/02/2026

🎉 Join us in wishing a very HAPPY 102nd BIRTHDAY to Dorothy “Betty” Hernandez, a resident at Lake Stockton Healthcare Facility!

A proud mother of 18 children (8 biological and 10 stepchildren), Betty also has 50+ grandchildren and more great-grandchildren than she can count. She enjoys gambling, camping, fishing, and participating in just about any social activity.

When asked the secret to her longevity, Betty shared: “Good healthy habits and not drinking too much.” Her advice to others? “Take care of yourself and don’t forget to have fun.”

And when asked how it feels to turn 102, Betty simply said: “WOW!”

🌟 Know a resident celebrating 100 or older? MHCA proudly honors residents with membership in the Centenarian Club! Contact MHCA to learn more and help us celebrate these incredible milestones.

06/01/2026

A recent Axios article highlights the growing challenge facing our nation as the population ages and demand for care continues to rise. One reality is becoming increasingly clear: “there’s pretty universal agreement that the existing state of affairs can’t continue.”

The challenge is significant. According to the article, an estimated 70% of seniors will need long-term care before they die, yet most cannot afford it out-of-pocket. That reality impacts families, providers, caregivers, and communities alike, making workforce development, access to quality care, and sustainable solutions more important than ever.

The elder care system isn't ready for the demographic change heading its way.

05/29/2026

Join us for our Fall Prevention Program Reboot: 6-Part Webinar Series, designed to help long-term care and assisted living teams strengthen fall prevention efforts, reduce risk, and improve resident outcomes.

Across six practical sessions, participants will gain real-world strategies for:
✔️ Assessing fall risk more critically
✔️ Conducting effective root cause analyses
✔️ Implementing targeted interventions
✔️ Strengthening care plans
✔️ Engaging the interdisciplinary team
✔️ Sustaining positive outcomes through QAPI

🗓 June 17 – July 22
🕐 1:30 – 2:30 p.m. (each session)
🎓 1.0 CEU per session

Attend individual webinars or register for the full series to reboot your fall prevention program with actionable tools your team can put into practice right away.

🔗 Register today: https://portal.mohealthcare.com/ap/Events/Register/AnFAXR2iVCdCN

05/28/2026

Congratulations to Missouri’s 2026 Bronze National Quality Award recipients! 🎉

These outstanding long-term care providers are being recognized by AHCA/NCAL for their commitment to quality and continuous improvement, a meaningful milestone in strengthening care, enhancing outcomes, and improving the lives of residents every day.

Please join us in celebrating Missouri’s 2026 Bronze – Commitment to Quality Award recipients:

• Aegis Health and Rehabilitation – Wildwood
• Gingerbread House, LLC – Rolla
• Ignite Medical Resort Blue Springs – Blue Springs
• Jackson Manor Nursing Home – Jackson
• Lee’s Summit Place – Lee’s Summit
• Life Care Center of Brookfield – Brookfield
• Life Care Center of Sullivan – Sullivan
• Medicalodges Butler – Butler
• Medicalodges Neosho – Neosho
• Osage Beach Rehabilitation & Health Care – Osage Beach
• St. Joseph Chateau – St. Joseph
• Westwood Hills Health Care – Poplar Bluff

Thank you for your dedication to excellence and for continuously investing in quality care for Missouri residents, families, and staff. We are proud to celebrate this achievement with you!

Learn more about the award: https://www.ahcancal.org/News-and-Communications/Press-Releases/Pages/AHCA-NCAL-Announces-2026-Bronze-National-Quality-Award-Recipients.aspx

05/27/2026

📰 What story would your facility make headlines for?

MHCA’s 2026 Facility Involvement Contest is your chance to showcase the moments that made your community shine in 2025!

From resident milestones and meaningful memories to staff achievements, special events, and awards — bring your story to life through a creative, one-page “newspaper” that captures the heart of your facility.

✨ Open to all MHCA member facilities
🗞️ Create a one-page (11" x 17") newspaper-style layout
📸 Include photos, stories, and standout moments from 2025
📅 Submit electronically by Friday, Aug. 7

Learn more + enter today at https://www.mohealthcare.com/facility-involvement-contest/

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we honor the courageous men and women who gave their lives in service to our nation.

Across long-term care communities, we know many residents, families, and team members carry stories of service, sacrifice, and remembrance. Today, we pause to reflect, remember, and express our gratitude for those who gave everything for our country.

From all of us at MHCA, we wish you a meaningful Memorial Day.

05/22/2026

Only 2 weeks remain to submit nominations for the 2026 MHCA Awards & Recognition Program!

This is your opportunity to celebrate the individuals in your facility who go above and beyond every day to deliver exceptional care and make a lasting impact.

We’re accepting nominations for:

- CNA of the Year
- Nurse of the Year
- Employee of the Year
- David Duncan Administrator of the Year

Each nomination is reviewed statewide, with one honoree selected from each MHCA district in every category. District winners will be recognized at MHCA’s Annual Convention in Branson, with statewide winners announced during the Opening General Session on Aug. 24.

Help us shine a spotlight on the professionals who make long-term care exceptional.

Submit your nominations by Friday, June 6: http://ceca.memfox.io/mhca

05/20/2026

Join us Aug. 23-26 for MHCA’s 78th Annual Convention & Trade Show as we celebrate The Art of Care!

From team connection to shaping the day-to-day experience for residents, this year’s convention will bring the art of care to life through educational sessions, the exhibit hall, networking, and conversations with peers and partners from across the industry.

Registration is open, and hotel rooms book quickly. Reserve your spot today: https://www.mohealthcare.com/convention-home/