Committees

HFAM encourages member participation and involvement on committees and task forces Committees meet on a regular basis to address the issues of the members and profession and recommend policy direction to the HFAM Board of Directors. If you are interested in becoming a member of an HFAM Committee contact the HFAM staff liaison.

Maryland Center for Assisted Living
Identifies and defines the needs of assisted living and other residential facilities. Monitors the implementation of Assisted Living Program regulations, the Medicaid Waiver and relevant legislation.
Staff: Patty Stehle

Associate and Provider Membership
Identifies and advocates the values of membership in HFAM. Plans and supports membership benefits and networking programs.
Staff: Patty Stehle

Convention
Plans, promotes and supports the HFAM Annual Convention & Trade Show.
Staff: Patty Stehle

Educating for Quality
Organizes and promotes education programs, activities and tools for every discipline in the long-term continuum health care setting, to inspire the health care team in achieving their optimal level of quality. Proactively researches and develops alternative methods for education and training.
Staff: Patty Stehle

Legislative Steering Committee
Develops a proactive legislative agenda including draft legislation, key member programs and meetings with Maryland’s administrative and legislative officials. Reviews and disseminates information relating to government affairs on both the state and national levels.

Planning & Regulatory
Analyzes proposed regulations and develops Association positions for recommendation to regulatory agencies. Maintains a proactive relationship with the Office of Health Care Quality and the Maryland Health Care Commission.

Political Action
Raises funds and educates members to support government to enhance long-term care. Educate legislators on HFAM and members issues.
Staff: Patty Stehle

Reimbursement
Monitors the reimbursement system and assists in educating legislative and regulatory agencies on long-term care payment issues. Maintains an effective database to monitor and evaluate Maryland’s reimbursement system.

Technology
Researches, develops and educates on new technology advances for the profession.
Staff: Patty Stehle