Idaho Health Care Association

Idaho Health Care Association The Idaho Health Care Association is a member driven association Associate Membership in IHCA is a viable, vital, and valuable investment.

As a Platinum, Gold, or Associate Member, you will be making a statement of support for the industry that supports you. We would be honored to include your organization in our Associate Membership. As a Facility Member of IHCA you combine with other members of the industry to amplify your voice and powerfully advocate for your profession and industry. You receive access to innovative and timely ed

ucation for the improvement of your team members and your organization. Most importantly, you receive the information and expertise necessary to effectively and efficiently care for the lives entrusted to you. A consistent goal of IHCA has been to protect and increase Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement. Facility Membership in IHCA also provides automatic membership with our national affiliate, American Health Care Association | National Center for Assisted Living (AHCA|NCAL). AHCA|NCAL's role is vital on the national long term care front in Washington D.C., just as IHCA’s role is essential here in Idaho. Both IHCA and AHCA|NCAL have proven track records of positively affecting regulations, trends, and legislative policies.

The Idaho Health Care Association is honored to recognize Mark Maxfield, CEO of The Cottages Assisted Living, as the rec...
07/29/2025

The Idaho Health Care Association is honored to recognize Mark Maxfield, CEO of The Cottages Assisted Living, as the recipient of this year’s Distinguished Service Award. Mark’s visionary leadership, steadfast advocacy, and national impact, especially through his role as Chair of the NCAL Board, have helped shape resident-centered policies and ensure that Assisted Living regulations remain balanced and meaningful. Mark, your dedication to improving long-term care in Idaho and beyond is truly inspiring. Thank you for all you do to lead with heart and purpose.

To learn more about The Cottages visit www.TheCottages.biz

To learn more about the Idaho Health Care Association visit www.idhca.org

The Idaho Health Care Association is proud to recognize Owen Hammond, CEO of Cascadia Healthcare as the recipient of the...
07/28/2025

The Idaho Health Care Association is proud to recognize Owen Hammond, CEO of Cascadia Healthcare as the recipient of the Icon Award. This is a prestigious honor celebrating his extraordinary contributions to long-term care in Idaho. This award is more than a recognition of past achievements; it honors the lasting impact of Owen’s visionary leadership, unwavering dedication, and the countless lives he has touched through his commitment to improving care at every level. Owen, your heart, drive, and relentless pursuit of excellence have shaped the future of long-term care in our state. We are truly grateful for all you’ve done and continue to do.

To learn more about Cascadia Healthcare visit https://www.cascadiahc.com/

To learn more about the Idaho Health Care Association visit idhca.org

At the Idaho Health Care Association, we are proud to support and celebrate our incredible members across the state. Tod...
07/23/2025

At the Idaho Health Care Association, we are proud to support and celebrate our incredible members across the state. Today, we’re honored to spotlight Cascadia of Nampa, led by the outstanding Max Allred. Our Executive Director, Robert Vande Merwe, recently visited their community and, as always, came away incredibly impressed by the care, environment, and commitment on display. Cascadia of Nampa is a premier provider of rehabilitation and skilled nursing care. Their luxury healthcare plaza in Nampa offers a warm, homelike setting designed to enhance well-being and quality of life for every resident. With services including transitional care, short-term and long-term care, full-time nursing, and specialized memory care, they truly go above and beyond. From private and semi-private rooms to engaging activities and personalized amenities, Cascadia of Nampa sets a high standard for excellence in senior care.

📍 Location: 900 North Happy Valley Rd, Nampa, ID
🌐 Learn more: https://www.cascadiaofnampa.com/

Thank you, Cascadia of Nampa, for your compassionate, high-quality care. We appreciate you!

To learn more about becoming a member of the IHCA visit https://www.idhca.org/member-benefits/

Today, we are sending a big thank you to one of our outstanding members, Sunny Ridge Senior Living in Nampa, Idaho! Our ...
07/23/2025

Today, we are sending a big thank you to one of our outstanding members, Sunny Ridge Senior Living in Nampa, Idaho! Our Executive Director, Robert, recently had the pleasure of visiting their beautiful community and touring their newly remodeled and expanded campus. It looks incredible.

Sunny Ridge offers a full continuum of care: Independent Senior Living, Assisted Living, and Skilled Nursing & Rehab, serving seniors in the greater Boise area with compassion and excellence. It was wonderful to see the leadership team in action, especially Victoria Ellis and Jameson Bird - MBA, LNHA. Your dedication truly shines, and we’re so grateful for the important work you do every day.

📍 Visit them at: 2609 Sunnybrook Dr, Nampa, ID
🌐 Learn more at: https://chcsunnyridge.com/

Thank you, Sunny Ridge Senior Living. We appreciate you!

To learn more about becoming a member of the IHCA visit https://www.idhca.org/member-benefits/

07/16/2025

We are filled with gratitude! The Idaho Health Care Association extends a heartfelt THANK YOU to all the incredible sponsors and vendors who supported our 2025 Annual Summer Convention & Tradeshow. Your generosity, partnership, and belief in our mission make events like this possible. Because of you, we’re able to bring our industry together for meaningful education, collaboration, and connection, helping us grow stronger and better equipped to serve those in our care. We couldn’t do it without you. Here’s to continued partnerships and a bright future in long-term care!

Thank you: A Mind For All Seasons®, Smith & Malek Attorney, Healthcare Services Group, United Healthcare, Aarista NewLight Healthcare, LLC, Centene Corporation, Hawley Troxell, Home Helpers, Consulting Resources, A Better Solution In Home Care Boise, Aarista Technologies, Acadia Pharmaceuticals Inc., Behavioral Health Solutions, Big-D Construction, Bluebird Health, Carrington College, Cascadia Healthcare, CBI Revenue Cycle Management, Charter Construction, Custom Medical Solutions, Deschutes Roofing, Essity, EverCare Mobile Health, Fusion Workforce Solutions, Gentle Hearts Living Solutions, Geripro, Inc., Grand Canyon Education, Inc. , Guardian Pharmacy, Health Care Services Group, Home Helpers Home Health & Senior Care, Homestyle Direct, Horizon Home Health and Hospice Magic Valley, HPSI Purchasing Services, IMA Financial Group, Inc., INCITE, Incite Workforce Solutions, Infinit-O, INSURICA, Keystone Hospice, Lighthouse Hospice and Palliative Care , Marsh McLennan Agency, McKesson, Medline Industries, LP, Memory Care Mastery, MOBILE WOUNDS USA USA, Model1, Molina Healthcare, Mountain Care Pharmacy, Neurocrine Biosciences, Nicholas and Company, Nursa, Omnicare, PantryTec, Paul Davis Restoration, PharMerica, Pro Care Medical Equipment, Red Rock Pharmacy, Restoration Woundcare, Senior Doc, Shamrock Foods, Smith & Malek, Soundview Medical Supply, Target1Medical, Teva Pharmaceutical, Treasure Valley Direct Nurse Contracting, United Wound Healing, UnitedHealthcare Commmunity & State, Utah Telehealth, Veras, Western Seniormatics/GrandApp AI, Bedside X-Ray, Life Care Centers, Gentle Hearts Living Solutions, Edgewood Healthcare, Countryside SNF, Twin Falls of Cascadia, Karen Marshall, Terrace Home Health & Hospice, Prime Time Swingers, Diana Cullin, Meridian Speedway, Enriques Restaurant

To learn more about upcoming events visit idhca.org/events

07/15/2025

A Huge THANK YOU to Our Incredible Speakers! We are beyond grateful to each and every speaker who shared their time, talent, and expertise at the 2025 Idaho Health Care Association Annual Convention. Your insights, stories, and wisdom inspired and empowered our industry leaders with tools they can take back and use to make a real difference. Because of you, attendees left with valuable knowledge to better support their teams, elevate their care, and continue improving the lives of those they are entrusted to serve. Your contribution made this event not only impactful, but unforgettable. Thank you for being a vital part of our mission to raise the standard of care across Idaho and beyond.

Thank you to our convention speakers:
Tim Gard
Clifton J. Porter II
Dana Ritchie, CAE
Jerry Bridge & Steve Arter
Eric Collett
David Wison
Cody Haas
Marty Reed
Kelly Smith
Christopher Owens
Robin Grigg Bell, MBA, RN
Carmen Becker
Sherry Turner
Amy Conner
Jasmine Thorton
Diana Cullin
Timberly Broner, MACCC-SLP, DOR
Karen Marshall
Leslie Bell
Tracy Farnsworth
Drew Colwell
Deborah M Leveille, PhD, RN, CNL
Justin Stenquist
Maria Ruiz
Alexa Kirtley
Gina Ward
Nate Elkins
Tom Moss
Jaleen Johnson
Jacob Wilson, LCSW
Angie Lion, CSO
Morgyn Peabody
April Floyd
Erin Green MS, RDN, CSSD, LD
Mark Dudley
Catie Hayes
Amy Mertens
Jorden Black
Jen Wilson, RN
Mary Gobeille
Chelsea Kidney
Sean Beck
William Stevens
Keith Mason
Kelee Hansen, MBA, RDN, LD, CD
Rebecca Evans
Pamela Truscott
Molly Mackey

To learn more about upcoming IHCA events visit idhca.org/events

American Health Care Association/National Center for Assisted Living

07/14/2025

Our 2025 Keith Holloway Golf Tournament was a huge success, and it wouldn't have been possible without the generosity and heart of our amazing sponsors. Each year, this special event, held alongside the IHCA Annual Convention, raises funds to support scholarships for dedicated healthcare professionals who are continuing their education to grow in their careers and improve their lives.

To our sponsors, donors, players, and supporters: THANK YOU for believing in this mission and showing up with passion and purpose. Your support is truly making a difference.

➡️ Tournament Lunch Sponsor – Bedside X-Ray Service, Inc.
➡️ Pin Flag Sponsor – A Better Solution In Home Care Boise
➡️ Hole Sponsor with Team Sponsor – Bluebird Health and Meadow View Senior Living
➡️ Hole Sponsors – Infinit-O, Essity, Deschutes Roofing, Restoration Woundcare, Shamrock Foods Company, Mountain Care Pharmacy, Model 1 Commercial Vehicles, Molina Healthcare, UnitedHealthcare, Carrington College, Big-D Construction, Fusion Workforce, Nursa, Altea Healthcare, Grand Canyon Education, Inc. , Guardian Pharmacy, Dixon Golf, Inc.

To learn more about future IHCA events visit idhca.org/events

07/10/2025

What an incredible week it’s been! We’re wrapping up the final day of the 2025 Idaho Health Care Association Annual Convention & Tradeshow, and our hearts are full. From inspiring sessions to meaningful connections, this event has truly reminded us of the power of collaboration and community in our industry. Here’s a quick look at some of the amazing moments we’ve shared so far, and there’s still more to come as we close out this unforgettable experience!

A HUGE thank you to our sponsors, vendors, speakers, volunteers, and every single participant. Your energy and passion are what make this event so impactful.

Want to learn more about the Idaho Health Care Association and all the ways we’re working to support health care professionals across the state? Visit www.idhca.org

Photo credit: Happen Idaho - Thank you for sharing these photos of our event!

07/08/2025

We’re thrilled to welcome everyone to the 2025 Idaho Health Care Association Annual Convention and Tradeshow! Over the next few days, get ready for inspiring speakers, meaningful collaboration, and plenty of opportunities to network with passionate professionals in our field. Plus, don’t miss the tradeshow, packed with innovative products, services, and solutions to support quality care. Let’s make it a memorable and impactful event together. Here’s to learning, connecting, and growing. Join us at the Boise Centre!

To learn more about the Convention and Tradeshow visit https://www.idhca.org/events/annualconvention-tradeshow/

🏌️‍♂️⛳ Tee time is here! We’re thrilled to see everyone today at the 2025 Idaho Health Care Association Foundation Keith...
07/07/2025

🏌️‍♂️⛳ Tee time is here! We’re thrilled to see everyone today at the 2025 Idaho Health Care Association Foundation Keith Holloway Golf Classic at Eagle Hills Golf Course! This isn’t just a day on the green, it’s a celebration of Keith and Delta Holloway, who dedicated their careers to supporting long-term care across Idaho and beyond. Keith’s legacy lives on through this annual tournament, helping healthcare professionals return to school and chase their dreams through scholarship opportunities.
🕖 7:00 AM – Registration
🕗 8:00 AM – Shotgun Start
🏆 1:00 PM – Awards Ceremony

Grab your clubs, bring your best swing, and get ready for a great day of golf, giving back, and honoring a true industry legend.

We'll see you soon!

To learn more visit https://www.idhca.org/events/keith-holloway-golf-classic/

Happy Independence Day from the Idaho Health Care Association! Today, we celebrate the freedoms that define our great na...
07/04/2025

Happy Independence Day from the Idaho Health Care Association! Today, we celebrate the freedoms that define our great nation and the people who make those freedoms possible. We are deeply grateful for the brave men and women who have fought, and continue to fight, to protect our liberty. Your sacrifice is the foundation of the freedom we enjoy today. We are also thankful for the dedicated long-term care providers across Idaho who care for our Veterans and the generations who helped shape our country. Your compassion and commitment ensure that those who paved the way for our nation are honored and cared for with dignity. Wishing everyone a joyful, safe, and meaningful 4th of July.

To learn more about the IHCA visit idhca.org

At the Idaho Health Care Association, we appreciate and celebrate our incredible members! Our Executive Director, Robert...
07/01/2025

At the Idaho Health Care Association, we appreciate and celebrate our incredible members! Our Executive Director, Robert, had a wonderful visit to Edgewood Spring Creek Boise Memory Care in Boise, where Administrator Brenda Awe-Ruble, MSG, NHA, RCFE gave him a great tour of their community, including some amazing resident art. Edgewood is doing an outstanding job providing memory care in a warm, home-like setting. Their focus on exceptional, personalized care enhances the quality of life for each resident. Whether it's enjoying hobbies, engaging in social events, or simply relaxing, Edgewood helps residents live life to the fullest every day. With strong medical partnerships and expert providers, they also bring trusted healthcare directly to their community, ensuring residents feel their best and get the care they need right where they live. Thank you to the Edgewood team for your commitment and compassionate care!
📍Located at 10681 West McMillan Road, Boise, ID
🔗 Learn more about Edgewood Healthcare by visiting https://www.edgewoodhealthcare.com/community/boise-spring-creek/

Interested in joining IHCA and being part of a supportive, impactful network? Learn more here: https://www.idhca.org/member-benefits/

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