The Foundation of Our Success
The driving force behind our operation is to become the "eyes and ears" of all members concerning legislative and regulatory issues and to aggressively advocate on behalf of our membership and the Ohio long-term care industry.
The basis for our success is simple. We work in concert with all members to identify vital issues. We develop a strategy for addressing these issues and we don't quit until we accomplish our task.
We do all this with an undying commitment to people...our residents, our membership and to all of the elderly and infirmed on our State.
The Academy Operates on the Following Initiatives
Aggressive representation of members on legislative and regulatory issues.
Careful monitoring of legislative and regulatory activities.
Initiate legislation and regulatory rule filings to protect the business interests of members.
Respond to issues initiated by others through testimony, written comments and personal contact with legislators and regulators.
Take unresolved legislative and regulatory issues to the court system
Provide high quality continuing education opportunities.
Providing on-going networking opportunities, including the annual convention.
Maintain open meeting policy to encourage participation and comment from all members.
The Academy's Commitment
Success in today's legislative and regulatory environment requires the effective coordination of the resources provided by all members. The Academy dedicates itself to the protecting of the business interests of its members. Academy members know they can count on us to follow-through on the commitment to consistently provide highly successful programs and activities.
To continue to aggressively represent the interests of all members, the Academy must have the support of each and every member.
Members Responsibilities
Participate in our board and committee meetings. Participation from members is vital to our success. Every member has the opportunity to participate as a Board member, as a member of one of our committees or as part of a single-issue work group. Board and committee meetings are typically held the third Tuesday and Wednesday of every month and are open to the entire membership. Contact the Academy for the most current list of committees and meeting schedules.
Support our educational programs. Staff training needs go well beyond monthly facility in-service requirements. For this reason, the Academy provides a full range of high quality continuing education opportunities at a discount to members. A successful seminar program provides The Academy additional operational revenue. This benefit is passed on to members by postponing dues increases.
Quickly respond to our surveys or requests for information. The Academy will regularly distribute surveys or conduct telephone campaigns to gather the data needed to prepare for legislative and regulatory advocacy. Our ability to aggressively represent the membership depends upon the willingness of members to help prepare supporting materials necessary to make our case.
Tell other facilities in you area and your vendors about the Academy. Current members are the best ambassadors of the Academy. Talk about our successes. Generate one new member for the Academy each year.
The Academy Mission
The mission of the Ohio Academy of Nursing Homes is to aggressively assert and represent the collective interests of members regarding the delivery of health-related care and services to infirmed and disabled citizens in a professional manner, respecting the dignity of those served. Evaluation and advocacy regarding local, state, and federal issues is an integral part of this mission. Providing industry leadership and direction through clearly defined positions related to issues which support the objectives of the membership is an on-going operational premise. A willingness to pursue any and all appropriate avenues and actions as necessary to achieve our desired results is our defining principle.
