Ohio Health Care Association

Ohio Health Care Association Ohio Health Care Association a non-profit association for 1200+ long term & post acute care providers

🌟 Happy Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Day! 🌟Today, we celebrate the incredible Registered Dietitians (RDs) who play ...
03/11/2026

🌟 Happy Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Day! 🌟

Today, we celebrate the incredible Registered Dietitians (RDs) who play a vital role in enhancing the quality of life and quality of care for residents across Ohio’s long‑term care communities.

From creating personalized nutrition plans to supporting wound healing, chronic disease management, and overall wellness, RDs make a profound difference every single day. Their expertise ensures that residents receive not only the nourishment they need, but the dignity, comfort, and person‑centered care they deserve.

At OHCA, we are proud to advocate for the professionals who help our residents thrive. Thank you to all the dedicated RDs working in skilled nursing, assisted living, and ID/DD services—you are essential to the wellbeing of those we serve.

🥦❤️ Thank you for enriching lives, improving outcomes, and supporting the health of Ohio’s long‑term care residents.

🌟 OHCA Celebrates National Nursing Home Administrators Week! 🌟This week, the Ohio Health Care Association proudly joins ...
03/09/2026

🌟 OHCA Celebrates National Nursing Home Administrators Week! 🌟

This week, the Ohio Health Care Association proudly joins communities across the country in celebrating National Nursing Home Administrators Week—a time to honor the exceptional leaders who guide Ohio’s skilled nursing and post‑acute care centers with dedication, compassion, and resilience.

Our Nursing Home Administrators play a crucial role in shaping environments where residents receive high‑quality care and meaningful support. They navigate complex regulatory requirements, lead diverse care teams, support families, and ensure their communities operate with excellence every single day. Their leadership is at the heart of strong, person‑centered care.

To all the administrators across Ohio:
Thank you for your commitment to quality.
Thank you for your strength in the face of challenges.
Thank you for your leadership, professionalism, and unwavering dedication to those you serve.

Your impact reaches far beyond your buildings—you strengthen the entire long‑term care community, and we are honored to support your work.

From all of us at OHCA, we celebrate you this week and every week.

Happy National Nursing Home Administrators Week! 💙🏡

📣 Registration & Housing is Open for OHCA2026! Book your hotels before they sell out!Ohio’s largest gathering of long-t...
03/06/2026

đź“Ł Registration & Housing is Open for OHCA2026! Book your hotels before they sell out!

Ohio’s largest gathering of long-term & post-acute care professionals is officially on the horizon—don’t miss your chance to be part of it.

✨Why Attend? The Numbers Speak for Themselves
Last year set the bar—and 2026 will raise it even higher:
• 👥 1,665+ attendees from assisted living, home care, hospice, ID/DD & skilled nursing
• 🏢 300+ exhibitors showcasing the latest innovations
• 🎤 170 speakers across 128 sessions, offering up to 20 CE credits
• 🎉 New for 2026: President’s Dinner & Band Party on Wednesday night—surf & turf dinner, open bar, and a high‑energy performance by The Sly Band.

đź”— Ready to Register? https://hubs.la/Q045S6M60
Log in, secure your spot, reserve housing, and add special events—all in one place.
Member discounts apply automatically when you sign in.
New to the system? You’ll be prompted to create an account and link your organization for member rates.

🎟 OHCA Annual Convention
📅 May 18–21, 2026
đź“Ť Columbus Convention Center | Columbus, Ohio
Presented with support from Absolute Health Services

Congratulations to Brandie Hale, Unit Manager at Buckeye Forest at Jackson, on being named one of our 2025 OHCA Skilled ...
03/05/2026

Congratulations to Brandie Hale, Unit Manager at Buckeye Forest at Jackson, on being named one of our 2025 OHCA Skilled Nursing Excellence Award Winners!

Brandie is known for her extraordinary work ethic, leadership, and dedication to her residents and team. As the keystone of our wound care program, she brings exceptional skill, creativity, and persistence—healing wounds once thought unhealable. Her commitment is unmatched, whether stepping up during emergencies or consistently going above and beyond to support residents and families with compassion and kindness.

Brandie is the person everyone turns to—steady, capable, and always willing to do whatever it takes. Her resilience, talent, and heart truly embody excellence.
Please join us in celebrating this well‑deserved honor for a truly superlative caregiver! 🌟

Staying active is so important... and even better when it’s fun! Activities like this help residents get moving while en...
03/05/2026

Staying active is so important... and even better when it’s fun! Activities like this help residents get moving while enjoying laughter, connection, and a little friendly competition along the way. 💪

03/04/2026

🌟 Celebrating Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month! 🌟

Each March, we honor the strengths, talents, and leadership of people with developmental disabilities—and reaffirm our commitment to inclusion in every part of community life. DDAM reminds us to:
• Promote understanding and acceptance
• Advocate for inclusive education, employment, healthcare, and community participation
• Highlight achievements and abilities
• Support self‑advocacy and leadership
• Work together to break down barriers and advance meaningful change

🎥 This month, we’re proud to feature Echoing Hills in our docuseries People Worth Caring About, showcasing the incredible individuals who live at this Intermediate Care Facility in Oberlin, Ohio—and the dedicated professionals who support them every day.
Join us in celebrating inclusion, dignity, and the importance of community for all. đź’™
https://hubs.la/Q045yw680

03/02/2026

🌟 March is Careers in Caring Month! 🌟

Do you love caring for people?
Do you crave meaningful connection and the chance to make a real difference?

Then long‑term care might be the perfect place for you! 💙

Discover what makes this field so special by exploring our docuseries People Worth Caring About. You'll hear real stories from real caregivers and see the incredible impact they make every day: https://hubs.la/Q045bw__0

The Careers in Caring initiative—created by the American Health Care Association and National Center for Assisted Living (AHCA/NCAL)—also offers valuable resources to help recruit and support compassionate professionals in long-term care.

👉 Learn more, get inspired, and join a community dedicated to caring: https://hubs.la/Q045bySN0

What a fun way to brighten up a winter day! ❄️
02/25/2026

What a fun way to brighten up a winter day! ❄️

📣 Registration & Housing Now Open for OHCA2026!Ohio’s largest gathering of long-term & post-acute care professionals is ...
02/24/2026

đź“Ł Registration & Housing Now Open for OHCA2026!
Ohio’s largest gathering of long-term & post-acute care professionals is officially on the horizon—don’t miss your chance to be part of it.

✨Why Attend? The Numbers Speak for Themselves
Last year set the bar—and 2026 will raise it even higher:
• 👥 1,665+ attendees from assisted living, home care, hospice, ID/DD & skilled nursing
• 🏢 300+ exhibitors showcasing the latest innovations
• 🎤 170 speakers across 128 sessions, offering up to 20 CE credits
• 🎉 New for 2026: President’s Dinner & Band Party on Wednesday night—surf & turf dinner, open bar, and a high‑energy performance by The Sly Band.

đź”— Ready to Register? https://hubs.la/Q044kpQt0
Log in, secure your spot, reserve housing, and add special events—all in one place.
Member discounts apply automatically when you sign in.
New to the system? You’ll be prompted to create an account and link your organization for member rates.

🎟 OHCA Annual Convention
📅 May 18–21, 2026
đź“Ť Columbus Convention Center | Columbus, Ohio
Presented with support from Absolute Health Services

02/23/2026

In long-term care centers across Ohio, we’re dedicated to bringing true quality of life to our residents.
Living independently in the community is a wonderful option for many, but for those who struggle with daily activities and don’t have a strong family support system, it can feel impossible.

Long‑term care providers give vulnerable Ohioans something essential: a choice—and a community that helps prevent social isolation.

Whether it’s Valentine’s Day or a snowy Monday afternoon, our teams are there providing hands‑on care, heartfelt connection, and moments of joy every single day.

✨ Ready to make a meaningful difference in someone’s life?

Learn more about careers in long‑term care on our website:https://hubs.la/Q044jNRN0

A little friendly competition goes a long way in bringing people together! 🍪👏 Activities like this showcase teamwork and...
02/23/2026

A little friendly competition goes a long way in bringing people together! 🍪👏 Activities like this showcase teamwork and engagement in Ohio’s care communities.... and who doesn’t love a little delicious rivalry?

Join us at the 5th Annual S M A R T Conference – 2026Sales • Marketing • Analytics • Relationships • Technology📅 March 2...
02/19/2026

Join us at the 5th Annual S M A R T Conference – 2026
Sales • Marketing • Analytics • Relationships • Technology

đź“… March 24, 2026
📍 Quest Conference Center – Westerville, OH
Registration: https://hubs.la/Q043PnLp0

Are you ready to elevate your strategy, sharpen your leadership, and ignite census momentum for 2025 and beyond? The SMART Conference is Ohio’s premier senior executive, marketing, leadership, and sales event—designed specifically for professionals in post‑acute care, long‑term care, assisted living, and senior housing.

✨ Why Attend?
âś” Stay ahead of industry trends and emerging opportunities
âś” Learn actionable strategies from top local + national presenters
✔ Discover proven census‑building tactics you can implement immediately
✔ Connect with high‑level peers during dedicated networking breaks
âś” Gain insights to optimize occupancy, drive referrals, and enhance performance

🎤 Proud Presenting Sponsor: Censusolutions
With 40+ years of experience, Censusolutions brings unmatched expertise in census optimization, strategic planning, sales training, market research, branding, drone photography, and more. Their innovative, results‑driven approach has helped providers across the U.S. achieve sustainable occupancy success.

đź“Ť Location:
Quest Conference Center
9200 Worthington Road, 4th Floor
Westerville, Ohio 43082

🏨 Travel Note:
Attendees are responsible for their own lodging and meals. Plenty of hotel options are available nearby—just search hotels on Polaris Parkway for a full list.

🔥 Don’t miss the conference that drives real results.
Secure your spot today and get ready to think SMART in 2026!

Address

9200 Worthington Road Suite 110
Westerville, OH
43082

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+16144364154

Website

http://www.efohca.org/

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About OHCA

The Ohio Health Care Association (OHCA) is proud to represent over 1000 nursing facilities, assisted living communities and providers of services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, home health and hospice. The Association was established in 1946 to meet the needs of the state's growing number of long-term care professionals, which today totals more than 100,000 exceptional men and women who care for Ohio’s most frail and vulnerable citizens. As an information and education resource to Ohio’s long-term care providers, their suppliers, consultants and to the public at large, OHCA performs a necessary and vital service. OHCA works hard to keep our members informed about the laws and regulations governing the profession. In addition, OHCA strives to identify and communicate best practices in order to ensure continued quality improvement in long-term care. OHCA also works on behalf of the general public, educating state legislators, government officials, the media and consumers on the pressing issues surrounding our profession and the advancements we have made in the delivery of care and services.