Save The Date: James Case Professional Development Series
Thursday, 25 June 2009
Practicing Dysphagia in 2010 John C. Rosenbek, PhD
University of Florida Gainesville, FL
Date: October 10, 2009
Practice in dysphagia is evolving quickly. Rehabilitation is replacing compensation for nearly all patient populations. The evidence base for rehabilitative techniques is growing. The attitude that tubes are a treatment is in retreat. Patient desire and quality of life are as important, and sometimes more important than are an institution or practitioner's assumed risk. These topics will be developed with patient examples and against the background of a realization that the speaker, like many members of the audience, will have clinical responsibilities on Monday a.m. after the conference.
Arizona state Medicaid program, AHCCCS, has proposed eliminating many covered tests and procedures for the adults covered by AHCCCS. One part of the proposed cuts include BAHA’s and cochlear implants. A study was commissioned by AHCCCS to analyze the cost of various procedures and the number of persons served or impacted by these procedures. This study concluded that the elimination of BAHA and CI’s from AHCCCS coverage would have NO impact.
If you have comments about this AHCCCS proposal, please email Theresa Gonzales at AHCCCS by June 26th. Make your voices heard!!
Thank you, ArSHA Executive Board
More Than $681 Million in Recovery Funds for Arizona
Monday, 15 June 2009
Education Secretary Arne Duncan announced the availability of more than $681 million in recovery funds for Arizona to save teaching jobs and drive education reform.
The ArSHA Public Relations committee is pleased to host the "Second Annual ArSHA Night at Chase Field". Include a ballgame in your weekend plans and join us for a unique outing where you can enjoy the game from your choice of two great views of the ballpark and support your professional organization at the same time. Click here for more information on how to order your discounted price tickets!
ArSHA 2009 Convention Pictures
Saturday, 06 June 2009
The ArSHA 2009 Convention photo gallery is now available!
As required by law, the Department has issued determination letters regarding states' implementation of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Each state was evaluated on key indicators under Part B (ages 3 through 21) and Part C (infants through age 2) and placed into one of four categories: meets requirements, needs assistance, needs intervention, and needs substantial intervention. Staff carefully considered states' Annual Performance Reports, information obtained through monitoring visits, and other records. Most states fell into the top two categories; 30 states met requirements for Part B, and 26 states met requirements for Part C. No states were in needs substantial intervention on either part. For states in the lower categories, the IDEA identifies technical assistance or actions which the agency must take under specific circumstances. The agency works with states that need assistance or intervention using its network of technical assistance centers. New determination letters are issued annually. FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE GO TO http://www.ed.gov/policy/speced/guid/idea/monitor/factsheet09.html
Congratulations Are In Order...
Tuesday, 02 June 2009
There were lots of cheers at the ArSHA Annual Business Meeting on Saturday, May 2, 2009. The new ArSHA Executive Board members were introduced. They are:
President: Debra Venkatesh President-Elect: Jeffrey Meeks Treasurer: Kari Watson Membership: Susan Tonkin Publications: Cass Faux Audiology Representative: Gail Belus Program Chair (2010): Lori Taniguchi Program Co-Chairs-Elect: Cass Faux and Amy Heck
A professional development opportunity! The 2010 ArSHA Annual Convention will be held on Friday and Saturday, April 23-24, 2010, at the Fiesta Inn in Phoenix. Yes, the same place as this year’s convention. It’s not too early to start thinking of participating - perhaps as a presenter and an attendee. The Call for Papers announcement and Poster Session application will be posted soon.
2009 Silent Auction Acknowledgment
Friday, 29 May 2009
The proceeds from the 2009 Silent Auction will be used to help fund our legislative efforts for 2009. Some programs and services that ArSHA is supporting right now include licensure for Speech-Language Pathology Assistants (SLPAs), certification changes, and ongoing activities to provide professional growth of the association.
