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What are the Federal requirements for social services staffing in Medicare/Medicaid certified nursing homes, and do all social services staff have to be licensed social workers? How do those requirements differ from state social services requirements, especially in the state of MD, and what proposed changes may take place in 2021 affecting social services staffing?
Identify and describe 2 key roles of social services staff in nursing homes, and how will the importance of social workers grow with the new Federal Long-Term Care Survey? Do you see any new roles for social workers with the onset of the temporary COVID 19 requirements?
What are resident and family councils, are they present in all types of long-term care communities, and how do they help to promote communication with administration as well as support resident rights?