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Your Trusted Voice in Colorado Long-Term Care Advocacy
The Colorado Health Care Association exists to elevate standards in long-term care through dedicated advocacy, educational initiatives, and political action. We represent nursing home and assisted living professionals, providing them with resources to enhance service delivery and operational excellence. Our team combines decades of industry expertise with policy leadership to address regulatory challenges and promote innovation. We prioritize member-driven advocacy, empowering providers to engage directly with policymakers at state and federal levels. Our educational programs equip professionals with skills to meet evolving care demands, while our political action efforts safeguard the interests of providers and residents.Transparency and collaboration are central to our mission, ensuring stakeholders can access legislative updates, issue briefs, and direct contacts for elected officials. By fostering partnerships across the healthcare spectrum, we strive to create a sustainable ecosystem where quality long-term care thrives. Our commitment to trustworthiness is reflected in rigorous compliance adherence and a focus on ethical standards that protect both providers and the communities they serve.
Services
Advocacy Services
Education Programs
Care Facility Directory
Legislative Resources
Regulatory Guidance
Member Networking
Policy Analysis
Training Workshops
Political Action Support
Industry Research
Highlights and features
- We advocate directly with Colorado lawmakers and federal agencies to protect member interests.
- Our educational programs train professionals in compliance and operational best practices.
- We provide a care finder tool to connect families with quality long-term care facilities.
- Our team includes experts with decades of experience in healthcare policy and regulation.
- We offer member-exclusive resources including legislative updates and advocacy toolkits.
Services
Advocacy Services
CHCA actively advocates for nursing home and assisted living providers at state and federal levels. We track legislative bills, develop issue briefs, and provide members with tools to engage lawmakers. Our advocacy ensures the long-term care industry's voice shapes policy decisions.
Education Programs
We deliver specialized training for long-term care professionals, including compliance workshops, leadership development, and certification programs. These courses address regulatory requirements and operational challenges while promoting best practices in resident care and facility management.
Care Facility Directory
CHCA's Care Finder tool enables families to locate accredited long-term care facilities across Colorado. Users can search by city, facility type, services offered, and other criteria to find appropriate care options for seniors and individuals with chronic care needs.
Regulatory Guidance
We provide members with expert interpretation of state and federal regulations affecting long-term care. Our team offers updates on changing policies, audit preparation assistance, and strategies to maintain compliance while delivering high-quality care to residents.
Legislative Resources
CHCA equips members with legislative tracking tools, issue briefs, and direct contacts for Colorado lawmakers. These resources help providers stay informed about regulatory changes and participate in advocacy efforts impacting their operations and resident care standards.
People
Doug Farmer
President & CEO
Doug Farmer leads CHCA with expertise in healthcare policy and advocacy. Previously held roles in Kansas state government and nonprofit sectors. Holds Master of Public Administration and BA in Political Science. Contact: 303-478-2024
Bonita Jones
Vice President of Operations
Bonita Jones oversees CHCA's educational programs and annual convention. Has worked in long-term care since 1980 with prior roles at Briarwood Health Care. Graduated from Denver Technical College with associates degree in Business Communication. Contact: 303-513-0865
Jenny Albertson
Director of Quality & Regulatory Affairs
Jenny Albertson drives regulatory compliance initiatives for CHCA. Brings 17 years of nursing home administration experience, including leadership roles in dementia care and subacute facilities. Served on Nursing Home Innovations Grants Board. Contact: 720-675-3478
Josh Fant
Director of Finance
Josh Fant manages CHCA's accounting and IT operations. Holds Bachelors of Accountancy and MBA. Brings five years of Medicaid cost report auditing experience from Myers & Stauffer. Contact: 303-478-2024
John T. Kunkle
Contract Lobbyist
John Kunkle represents CHCA in legislative advocacy with over 20 years of Colorado government experience. Coordinates with CEO to communicate industry positions on critical healthcare regulations and bills affecting long-term care providers.
Questions
What services does CHCA provide for long-term care providers?
CHCA offers advocacy, educational programs, regulatory guidance, legislative resources, and a care facility directory to support nursing home and assisted living providers across Colorado.
How can I find long-term care facilities in Colorado?
Use CHCA's Care Finder tool to search for accredited nursing homes and assisted living communities by location, services offered, and other criteria.
Does CHCA offer training for long-term care professionals?
Yes, we provide education programs, workshops, and certification courses focused on compliance, leadership, and operational excellence in long-term care.
How does CHCA engage in political advocacy?
CHCA advocates with the Colorado General Assembly and U.S. Congress, tracks relevant legislation, and provides members with tools to contact elected officials.
Can non-member facilities access CHCA resources?
Some resources are publicly available, but full access to advocacy tools, discounted education, and networking opportunities requires CHCA membership.
What specialties does CHCA cover in long-term care?
We support providers offering skilled nursing, memory care, rehabilitation services, assisted living, and other long-term care solutions across urban and rural Colorado.
