WALA - Wisconsin Assisted Living Association

WALA - Wisconsin Assisted Living Association WALA – Wisconsin Assisted Living Association We have over 1300 members, representing over 14,500 residents in Wisconsin.

WALA – Wisconsin Assisted Living Association is the premier statewide association for Wisconsin’s assisted living industry. WALA promotes standards of quality care, and provides valuable member services to organizations providing assisted living services. WALA leads the industry with educational opportunities, helpful products and tools, and as an information resource. WALA’s mission is to support providers in enhancing the best quality of life for residents in assisted living in Wisconsin through advocacy, education, communication, and quality initiatives. Membership in this organization is indispensable.

Did you know WALA has an online store? With helpful guides on common medical conditions residents face to worksheets to ...
11/14/2025

Did you know WALA has an online store? With helpful guides on common medical conditions residents face to worksheets to ensure quality compliance, WALA's store offers valuable resources for any assisted living facility.

Calling all WALA Provider Members: As we approach our annual renewal season, we encourage you to consider joining WALA’s...
11/12/2025

Calling all WALA Provider Members:
As we approach our annual renewal season, we encourage you to consider joining WALA’s Diamond Accreditation Program. We provide the framework that helps assisted living providers build a culture of continuous quality improvement in licensed communities of all sizes.

✅ Data-driven insights through WCCEAL
✅ 15% savings on WALA events & products in 2026
✅ Recognition as a quality-focused community

Set the standard in assisted living.

Finding assisted living news hard to keep up with? Keep a pulse on the latest headlines by becoming a WALA member today....
11/04/2025

Finding assisted living news hard to keep up with? Keep a pulse on the latest headlines by becoming a WALA member today. With access to WALA's wide network of resources and support, we'll share what you need to know right in your inbox so you don't skip a beat.

Last Chance to Submit! Don’t miss your opportunity to present at the 2026 WALA Annual Conference, happening February 26–...
10/23/2025

Last Chance to Submit!

Don’t miss your opportunity to present at the 2026 WALA Annual Conference, happening February 26–28 in the Wisconsin Dells - Wisconsin’s largest assisted living–specific conference!

We’re looking for dynamic speakers and thought leaders to inspire, educate, and move our industry forward.

Special consideration will be given to proposals on:
✅ AI in the assisted living industry
✅ RN roles and responsibilities in assisted living
✅ Aging with dignity—avoiding ageism and infantilization
✅ Partnering with family caregivers
✅ Maximizing your online presence and promoting your community

This is your moment to share your expertise and make an impact. The deadline for submitting your RFP is Friday, October 24th. Use the link in the comments to send us your RFP!

It's that time of year, again! WALA is now accepting presenter and speaker proposals for the 2026 WALA Annual Conference...
10/16/2025

It's that time of year, again!

WALA is now accepting presenter and speaker proposals for the 2026 WALA Annual Conference, happening February 25–27 in the Wisconsin Dells.
Join Wisconsin’s largest assisted living–focused conference and help shape the future of our industry!

This year, we’re especially interested in sessions exploring:
✅ AI in the assisted living industry
✅ RN roles and responsibilities in assisted living
✅ Aging with dignity—avoiding ageism and infantilization
✅ Partnering with family caregivers
✅ Enhancing your online presence and promoting your community

Have a great idea to share? We want to hear it!

👉 Use the link in the comments to submit your RFP today and make your mark!

Looking to fill positions at your assisted living facility? Check out our WALA Career Center, where WALA members are wel...
10/14/2025

Looking to fill positions at your assisted living facility? Check out our WALA Career Center, where WALA members are welcome to publish open positions at no cost:

Whether you're an employer or job seeker, the WALA Career Center can't be missed!

As an assisted living administrator, it's vital to ensure residents' rights, care preferences, and legal protections are...
10/09/2025

As an assisted living administrator, it's vital to ensure residents' rights, care preferences, and legal protections are upheld throughout their stay - from pre-admission to discharge. Join us virtually on Tuesday, October 21 at 10 a.m. for a session by Reinhart Boerner Van Deuren SC providing a comprehensive overview of the legal instruments that define decision-making authority for residents and their representatives.

Attendees will gain clarity on their role in recognizing, interpreting, and applying these legal tools, while minimizing risk and promoting ethical, person-centered care.

Register today!

⏳ Last chance to pre-register!Don’t miss your opportunity to attend the WALA Workforce Symposium on September 23 in Broo...
09/16/2025

⏳ Last chance to pre-register!

Don’t miss your opportunity to attend the WALA Workforce Symposium on September 23 in Brookfield.

This one-day event is packed with expert insights, practical strategies, and real solutions for workforce challenges in assisted living - from hiring and onboarding to retention and beyond. You can view the full event agenda and register now using the link below.

📅 Pre-Registration closes TODAY - don't miss it!

https://www.ewala.org/wala-workforce-symposium

🚀 Lead Your Team Through Change with Poise! 🚀Ready to strengthen your leadership in a changing world? On October 1st, jo...
09/10/2025

🚀 Lead Your Team Through Change with Poise! 🚀

Ready to strengthen your leadership in a changing world? On October 1st, join WALA in Madison, WI, from 10 AM to 1:30 PM for a transformative in-person workshop on Managing Healthy Transitions.⁠
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Hosted by Zac Wilcox, this session dives into why people struggle with change and how leaders can be the guiding force through the journey.⁠
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Why Attend❓

✅Learn the three critical phases of transition management

✅Discover how to address the emotional toll of change and maintain team momentum without resistance

✅Walk away with tangible tools, three CEUs, and even lunch included—all for $75 (Members) or $100 (Non-Members)

Seats are limited— act fast!

https://www.ewala.org/events/managing-healthy-transitions

Did you know ❓ WALA is the is the largest trade association in Wisconsin representing the assisted living profession! Fr...
09/08/2025

Did you know ❓

WALA is the is the largest trade association in Wisconsin representing the assisted living profession! From advocacy and resources to uplifting our members and their communities, WALA supports assisted living communities, staff, and residents through education and service.

Learn more about the benefits members of WALA have access to at https://www.ewala.org/membership-information

Looking to sharpen your skills as an RN in assisted living? ⏰ Mark your calendar — September 9, 2025, 10–12:15 PM!Join W...
09/03/2025

Looking to sharpen your skills as an RN in assisted living? ⏰ Mark your calendar — September 9, 2025, 10–12:15 PM!

Join WALA’s virtual course, Understanding the RN Scope in Assisted Living, and learn how to navigate:

✅Clinical responsibilities: assessments, care plans, meds, supervision

✅Regulatory requirements (DHS 83, DHS 89, Chapter 50)

✅The evolving role of RNs in Community-Based Residential Facilities (CBRFs) and Residential Care Apartment Complexes (RCACs)

$75 for WALA Members

$100 for Non-Members

And yes — you’ll get 2 CEUs! Did we mention spaces are limited? Don’t miss out.

https://www.ewala.org/events/understanding-the-rn-scope-in-assisted-living

Looking to sharpen your skills as an RN in assisted living? ⏰ Mark your calendar — September 9, 2025, 10–12:15 PM Join W...
09/03/2025

Looking to sharpen your skills as an RN in assisted living? ⏰ Mark your calendar — September 9, 2025, 10–12:15 PM

Join WALA’s virtual course, Understanding the RN Scope in Assisted Living, and learn how to navigate:

Clinical responsibilities: assessments, care plans, meds, supervision

Regulatory requirements (DHS 83, DHS 89, Chapter 50)

The evolving role of RNs in Community-Based Residential Facilities (CBRFs) and Residential Care Apartment Complexes (RCACs)

Cost:

$75 for WALA Members

$100 for Non-Members

And yes — you’ll get 2 CEUs! Did we mention spaces are limited? Don’t miss out.

https://www.ewala.org/events/understanding-the-rn-scope-in-assisted-living

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Madison, WI
53718

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Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
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