INDIANA—The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), in partnership with CMS, established the Center of Excellence in Behavioral Health in Nursing Facilities (COE-NF) to provide certified Medicare and Medicaid nursing facility staff with a centralized resource hub and easy access to training, technical assistance, and additional resources at no cost.
The COE-NF is currently recruiting facilities to participate in their behavioral health action network. This three-part series of virtual one-hour sessions will kick off in March and includes continuing education credits.
CMS-certified nursing facilities across the United States are invited to join these interactive sessions where participants will:
- Learn from experts and peers: Gain valuable insights from subject matter experts and peers across nursing facilities nationwide
- Improve resident care: Enhance your care planning processes, communication skills, and de-escalation strategies for residents with serious mental illness and substance use disorders
- Apply learnings: Receive support from the BHAN education team and your regional behavioral specialist (RBS) to implement strategies directly in your facility. The series is designed to meet the needs of leadership and interdisciplinary staff members and facilitate better resident outcomes.
Topics
- Part #1: Incorporating Behavioral Health (BH) and Substance Use Disorders (SUD) into Individualized Assessment and Person-Centered Care
- Part #2: Engaging with Residents: Effective Communication Skills
- Part #3: De-Escalating Aggressive Behavior and Crisis Situations with Residents
If you would like to learn more about these services, please click here for a brochure, visit COE-NF’s website, or schedule a meeting.
