The House of Representatives passed a $2 trillion stimulus package Friday, officially clearing one of the last major hurdles for the emergency bill set to aid both American companies and individuals during the COVID-19 crisis. The record-breaking stimulus package also includes several provisions aimed at home health providers. Once signed into law, it will likely change how the home-based care industry operates — both on a permanent and temporary basis. Per direction of the bill, the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is expected to allow non-physicians to certify home health services moving forward. The stimulus package specifically uses the framework of the April 2019 Home
Social Workers: Generations Strong Social Work Month in March is a time to celebrate the great profession of social work. The theme for Social Work Month 2020 is Social Workers: Generations Strong. The theme has various meanings. As we enter a new decade it is important to look back and honor the powerful, positive impact the social work profession has had on our society for generations. We also want to spotlight the life-affirming work that social workers from all generations — from the Greatest Generation to Generation Z — are doing. And since NASW is celebrating its 65th anniversary in 2020, Social Work Month is a great opportunity to remind social workers of the important work NASW has b