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SUMMARY:NYC HCC Annual Emergency Management Conference
DESCRIPTION:NYC Heath Care Coalition Annual Emergency Management Conference\ncohosted by the Emergency Preparedness Coalition of Manhattan (EPCOM) and The Brooklyn Coalition (TBC). \nLocation:\nNYU Langone Health\n7th Floor Kimmel Pavilion\n430 E 34th St\nNew York\, NY 10016 \nAgenda coming soon!
URL:https://nychealthcarecoalition.org/event/nyc-hcc-annual-emergency-management-conference/
LOCATION:NYU Langone Kimmel Pavilion\, 430 E 34th St\, New York\, NY\, 10016\, United States
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SUMMARY:Mental Health & Wellness for Emergency Responders Symposium
DESCRIPTION:The Borough of Queens Emergency Preparedness Coalition and the Regional EMS Council of NYC Inc. are proud to present the Mental Health & Wellness for Emergency Responders Symposium. Join us for a day of learning and support tailored for those who dedicate their lives to saving others. This in-person event will be held at the LaGuardia Marriott\, where experts in the field will share valuable insights and strategies to promote mental well-being in high-stress environments. Featuring Keynote Speaker Matthew Giacopelli and a panel discussion led by John Fleischmann\, don’t miss this opportunity to connect with fellow first responders and prioritize your mental health. \nWhat to Expect at the Symposium: \n\nPeer Support & Coping Mechanisms\nStrategies for Stress Management\nRecognizing Signs of Burnout\nExpert Panel with Mental Health Professionals & EMS Providers\n\nAdmission is free and open to all responders! \nRegister:  https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mental-health-wellness-for-emergency-responders-symposium-tickets-1299919888379?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://nychealthcarecoalition.org/event/mental-health-wellness-for-emergency-responders-symposium/
LOCATION:LaGuardia Marriott\, 102-05 Ditmars Blvd\, East Elmhurst\, NY\, 11369\, United States
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SUMMARY:NYCHCC Educational Series- Session 2
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to join us for the second session on Wednesday\, May 14th\, from 12:00 to 1:00 PM. The presentation will be led by the Deputy Chief of Emergency Management at the Metropolitan Transit Authority (MTA)\, who is eager to share valuable insights into emergency management operations and highlight the significant work being done. This session presents an excellent opportunity to explore the interconnectedness of our efforts and the critical role of collaboration during crises. Following the presentation\, a dedicated Q&A session will allow attendees to actively participate\, pose questions and share perspectives to foster a collaborative learning environment and insightful discussions. Please refer to the calendar invite forwarded for the link to join virtually via Microsoft Teams. I look forward to another insightful session and thank you again for your continued commitment to collaborative emergency preparedness. \nPlease note: if you have any questions\, please follow up with me directly via email swilliams15@health.nyc.gov \nTeam Meeting Link
URL:https://nychealthcarecoalition.org/event/nychcc-educational-series-session-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Health,Home Care,Hospice,Independent Hospitals,Network Hospitals,Nursing Homes,Pharmacy,Urgent Care
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SUMMARY:Home Care Association of New York State Tabletop Exercise
DESCRIPTION:Information coming soon!
URL:https://nychealthcarecoalition.org/event/home-care-association-of-new-york-state-tabletop-exercise/
LOCATION:UJA Federation of NYC\, 130 E 59th Street\, New York\, NY\, 10022\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Health,Home Care,Independent Hospitals,Network Hospitals,Nursing Homes,Urgent Care
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250507T160000
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SUMMARY:North HELP Coalition Annual Preparedness Conference
DESCRIPTION:Please join the North HELP Coalition at the 2024-2025 Annual Preparedness Conference!\nTopic: Extreme Heat \nVirtual Conference via Zoom.  \nRegistration Link: https://forms.office.com/r/RdDxZhHMRX
URL:https://nychealthcarecoalition.org/event/north-help-coalition-annual-preparedness-conference/
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SUMMARY:Mental Health Resilience for The Healthcare Workers- Especially For LTC Staff
DESCRIPTION:NYSHFA/NYSCAL/FQC will be hosting a number of Emergency Preparedness Webinars in 2025 presented by Incident Management Solutions Inc. \nThis webinar will provide guidance and tools to support resiliency in healthcare workers\, with a focus on LTC staff\, in the face of emergencies and disasters. Healthcare workers are in unique positions during emergencies to care for some of the most vulnerable people in their community – an act that is rewarding as well as stressful and challenging. In this webinar\, we will focus on the well-being of healthcare workers and learn about the emotional and physiological impacts of stress and exposure to trauma. We will also introduce tools and skills such as grounding\, mindfulness\, distress tolerance\, and emotional regulation to help manage and reduce stress/trauma reactions. Finally\, we will discuss what a supportive workplace environment looks like which includes seeing the healthcare worker as a whole person – who is skillful\, who is impacted by what is happening to their patients/clients\, and who is living their personal lives with their challenges and concerns. The webinar will engage participants using practice scenarios\, discussion\, and helpful handouts. This program presents strategies for increasing mental health resilience in the long-term care workforce \nRegistration Link:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0kfu-uqzkvEtVtpM4LitOmSS2BGVDCyb8g \n1.5 NAB Credits \nPresenters \nZachary Goldfarb\, BS\, EMT-P\, CHSP\, CHEP\, CEM\nZachary Goldfarb is the principal of Incident Management Solutions\, Inc.\, a New York-based certified emergency management consultancy.  Chief Goldfarb has served in many capacities during his 25-year career with the New York City Fire Department (and New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation’s Emergency Medical Service\, prior to their 1996 merger)\, retiring as an EMS Deputy Chief/Paramedic.  The author of the New York City Emergency Medical Action (Disaster) Plan\, he served as an EMS commander at the scene during both the 1993 bombing and the 2001 terrorist attack on the World Trade Center.  He is a credentialed FEMA Incident Command System (ICS) Instructor-Trainer (all levels).  Additionally\, he holds Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP) exercise development and evaluation certifications. \nSince 1999\, Chief Goldfarb has been a national thought leader in emergency planning\, training\, and exercising for healthcare organizations.  He has developed best practice models for comprehensive all-hazards healthcare emergency management planning\, as well as medical facility evacuation\, response to chemical/biological/radiological/nuclear/explosive incidents\, and pandemic influenza that are in use across the nation in hospitals\, long term care facilities\, public health agencies\, home care agencies\, and primary care facilities. \nRebecca Hansen\, BA\, LMSW\nMs. Hansen brings over 20 years’ experience as an emergency manager and social worker and currently works in Brooklyn where her professional emphasis is the inclusion of disability and access and functional needs\, mental health\, and human services issues into emergency management standards\, planning and practices.  Rebecca has extensive experience working in the government and non-government sectors\, working with smaller municipal government as well as large metropolitan agencies\, with service providers such as nursing homes\, supportive housing organizations\, and with schools.  She has experience working on federally declared disasters in the human services sector including Hurricane Sandy\, Hurricane Katrina\, and the 9/11 Terrorist Attacks in NYC\, as well as smaller more localized events.  She has also co-authored several chapters and articles on disability and access and functional needs in emergency management.  Ms. Hansen received a Bachelor of Arts from the University at Albany where she studied English literature\, a master’s in social work degree from the Hunter College School of Social Work\, and holds a certificate from the Harvard Global Mental Health Trauma and Recovery Program.
URL:https://nychealthcarecoalition.org/event/mental-health-resilience-for-the-healthcare-workers-especially-for-ltc-staff/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T180524
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T185539Z
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SUMMARY:Enhancing Emergency Preparedness: Communication & Coordination Strategies for NYC Home Care and Hospice Providers Part 2
DESCRIPTION:Effective communication is critical during emergencies\, especially for home care and hospice providers who must coordinate with staff\, patients\, caregivers\, and emergency officials. This two-part webinar series will guide providers in developing and maintaining a comprehensive emergency preparedness communication plan\, including accurate contact information and effective communication methods. \nAttendees will explore how leveraging technology\, and innovative solutions can enhance communication\, coordination\, and responsiveness during crises. The sessions will also highlight the importance of building staff capacity and optimizing systems to strengthen emergency preparedness and ensure seamless care delivery. Gain practical insights and tools to adapt to evolving communication needs and ensure continuity of care in any emergency. \nAbout the speaker:\nBarbara B. Citarella RN\, BSN\, MS\, CHCE\, NHCP-BC\nPresident/CEO RBC Limited  \nBarbara Citarella is the only internationally recognized expert in disaster preparedness for the home care and hospice industry. In addition to consulting in all areas of health care\, Barbara has worked extensively with local\, state\, federal government agencies\, with regard to business recovery planning\, protection of personnel assets\, infection prevention\, infrastructure protection\, all hazards planning and the Incident Command System. For much of 2019-2022\, she worked extensively with government agencies for COVID-19 response. During 2023\, edited and revised multiple response guidance documents for U.S. Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response. Barbara has also served as an expert panel member for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention\, American Medical Association and Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality. She currently serves as a Subject Matter Expert for the Unites States Assistant Secretary of Preparedness and Response. \nEVENT FLYER \nRegistration Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/R0pHAylpRfurrpsxB8pPXw#/registration
URL:https://nychealthcarecoalition.org/event/enhancing-emergency-preparedness-communication-coordination-strategies-for-nyc-home-care-and-hospice-providers-part-2/
CATEGORIES:Home Care,Hospice
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SUMMARY:Youth-Led Emergency Preparedness Education Day
DESCRIPTION:Youth-Led Emergency Preparedness Education Day \nThe event will include comprehensive training on emergency preparedness\, featuring: \n\nActive Violence Emergency Response Training – covering Stop the Bleed\, situational awareness\, and effective response strategies.\nA collaborative session with NYC Emergency Management (NYCEM) to educate on assembling an emergency to-go bag and planning a basic emergency response at home.\n\nCommunity Impact\nYouth involvement in emergency preparedness not only increases overall community readiness but also ensures faster and more organized responses in emergencies—especially within schools and community centers. By empowering 100 students with these skills\, we contribute to a more resilient and prepared community. \nLogistics & Collaborations \n\nEvent Coordination: Emergency Preparedness at SUNY Downstate will handle all logistics\, including flyer design\, registration management\, and provision of food and refreshments.\nPartnerships: Offices of Government Affairs\, Volunteer Services\, and University Police to assist with safety protocols and on-site registration during the event.\nHosting Commitment: We are fully committed to hosting this event and ensuring a successful\, impactful day that meets DOHMH’s community outreach deliverable.\n\nSee the event FLYER
URL:https://nychealthcarecoalition.org/event/youth-led-emergency-preparedness-education-day/
LOCATION:SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University\, 395 Lenox Rd.\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11203\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T140000
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CREATED:20250303T185256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T185451Z
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SUMMARY:Enhancing Emergency Preparedness: Communication & Coordination Strategies for NYC Home Care and Hospice Providers Part 1
DESCRIPTION:Effective communication is critical during emergencies\, especially for home care and hospice providers who must coordinate with staff\, patients\, caregivers\, and emergency officials. This two-part webinar series will guide providers in developing and maintaining a comprehensive emergency preparedness communication plan\, including accurate contact information and effective communication methods. \nAttendees will explore how leveraging technology\, and innovative solutions can enhance communication\, coordination\, and responsiveness during crises. The sessions will also highlight the importance of building staff capacity and optimizing systems to strengthen emergency preparedness and ensure seamless care delivery. Gain practical insights and tools to adapt to evolving communication needs and ensure continuity of care in any emergency. \nAbout the speaker:\nBarbara B. Citarella RN\, BSN\, MS\, CHCE\, NHCP-BC\nPresident/CEO RBC Limited  \nBarbara Citarella is the only internationally recognized expert in disaster preparedness for the home care and hospice industry. In addition to consulting in all areas of health care\, Barbara has worked extensively with local\, state\, federal government agencies\, with regard to business recovery planning\, protection of personnel assets\, infection prevention\, infrastructure protection\, all hazards planning and the Incident Command System. For much of 2019-2022\, she worked extensively with government agencies for COVID-19 response. During 2023\, edited and revised multiple response guidance documents for U.S. Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response. Barbara has also served as an expert panel member for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention\, American Medical Association and Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality. She currently serves as a Subject Matter Expert for the Unites States Assistant Secretary of Preparedness and Response. \nEVENT FLYER \nRegistration Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/R0pHAylpRfurrpsxB8pPXw#/registration
URL:https://nychealthcarecoalition.org/event/enhancing-emergency-preparedness-communication-coordination-strategies-for-nyc-home-care-and-hospice-providers-part-1-2/
CATEGORIES:Home Care,Hospice
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250402T150000
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SUMMARY:HCA\, HPCANYS & HCP Home Care and Hospice Emergency Preparedness Forum #2
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a FREE virtual Home Care and Hospice Emergency Preparedness Forum. The Home Care Association of New York State (HCA)\, the Hospice and Palliative Care Association of New York State (HPCANYS) and the New York State Association of Health Care Providers (HCP) are conducting this Forum as part of a series of activities funded by a grant from the Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response (ASPR)\, and administered by the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC DOHMH) Office of Emergency Preparedness and Response (OEPR). \nThe forum will feature a panel of subject matter experts in the field of cybersecurity and will focus on awareness\, risk mitigation strategies\, emergency and incident response planning\, recovery strategies and upcoming regulatory changes specific to the home care and hospice sectors. Resources for prevention and managing cyber security issues will also be provided. \nPanelists: \n\nTimothy Lambie\, CISSP\, HCISPP\, FBI Cybersecurity Supervisory Special Agent\nJustin Bain CISSP\, HCISPP\, VP Information Security Officer VNS Health NY\nDennis Ast\, CPCU\, CCIC\, Senior Account Executive/Cyber Risk Specialist OneGroup\nDennis O’Connell\, Director of Security Solutions at Custom Computer Specialists\nCrystal Wilson\, CISA Cyber State Coordinator Region 2\n\nAl Cardillo\, President and CEO\, HCA\, Eva Cohen\, Director of Regulatory and Community Affairs\, HPCANYS\, Carole Deyoe\, RPh\, Director of Regulatory Affairs and Special Programs\, HCP\, and Rebecca Gray\, Executive Vice President for Clinical and Program Affairs\, HCA\, will also provide brief updates on current topics in emergency management affecting home care\, hospice and community-based services providers. \nThe Forum gives home care and hospice providers in attendance the opportunity to share their comments\, questions or concerns on any Emergency Management Preparedness issues that face their agencies. Your participation in the open discussion helps prioritize and shape future emergency management programming. \nDOWNLOAD THE FLYER  \nRegistration link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/0FF-ul7QRGaHfSmO7rpJnw#/registration
URL:https://nychealthcarecoalition.org/event/hca-hcp-hpcanys-nyc-ep-forum-2/
CATEGORIES:Home Care,Hospice,Palliative Care
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T130000
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SUMMARY:NYC Health Care Coalition Meeting #3
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for the third coalition meeting of the year\, co-hosted by the Borough of Queens Emergency Preparedness Coalition (BQEPC).
URL:https://nychealthcarecoalition.org/event/nyc-health-care-coalition-meeting-3/
LOCATION:CUNY School of Law\, 2 Court Square W\, Long Island City\, NY\, 11101\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T150000
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CREATED:20250206T034430Z
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SUMMARY:Analyzing your Analysis:  What is an HVA and Why Should We Care?
DESCRIPTION:NYSHFA/NYSCAL/FQC will be hosting a number of Emergency Preparedness Webinars in 2025 presented by Incident Management Solutions Inc. \nIn this online seminar\, participants will learn the role and significance of a hazard vulnerability analysis (HVA) as required by the CMS Emergency Preparedness Final Rule.  The presenter will discuss the features of several different HVA models and demonstrate the importance of applying scientific methodology and objective criteria in developing\, validating\, and reviewing an HVA.  Participants will see how an HVA is initially developed and annually reviewed. \nRegistration Link:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZApd-ugpzsuGd04BR1zyneIw-Ov7uh3oh6g \n1.5 NAB Credits \nPresenters \nZachary Goldfarb\, BS\, EMT-P\, CHSP\, CHEP\, CEM\nZachary Goldfarb is the principal of Incident Management Solutions\, Inc.\, a New York-based certified emergency management consultancy.  Chief Goldfarb has served in many capacities during his 25-year career with the New York City Fire Department (and New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation’s Emergency Medical Service\, prior to their 1996 merger)\, retiring as an EMS Deputy Chief/Paramedic.  The author of the New York City Emergency Medical Action (Disaster) Plan\, he served as an EMS commander at the scene during both the 1993 bombing and the 2001 terrorist attack on the World Trade Center.  He is a credentialed FEMA Incident Command System (ICS) Instructor-Trainer (all levels).  Additionally\, he holds Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP) exercise development and evaluation certifications. \nSince 1999\, Chief Goldfarb has been a national thought leader in emergency planning\, training\, and exercising for healthcare organizations.  He has developed best practice models for comprehensive all-hazards healthcare emergency management planning\, as well as medical facility evacuation\, response to chemical/biological/radiological/nuclear/explosive incidents\, and pandemic influenza that are in use across the nation in hospitals\, long term care facilities\, public health agencies\, home care agencies\, and primary care facilities. \nRebecca Hansen\, BA\, LMSW\nMs. Hansen brings over 20 years’ experience as an emergency manager and social worker and currently works in Brooklyn where her professional emphasis is the inclusion of disability and access and functional needs\, mental health\, and human services issues into emergency management standards\, planning and practices.  Rebecca has extensive experience working in the government and non-government sectors\, working with smaller municipal government as well as large metropolitan agencies\, with service providers such as nursing homes\, supportive housing organizations\, and with schools.  She has experience working on federally declared disasters in the human services sector including Hurricane Sandy\, Hurricane Katrina\, and the 9/11 Terrorist Attacks in NYC\, as well as smaller more localized events.  She has also co-authored several chapters and articles on disability and access and functional needs in emergency management.  Ms. Hansen received a Bachelor of Arts from the University at Albany where she studied English literature\, a master’s in social work degree from the Hunter College School of Social Work\, and holds a certificate from the Harvard Global Mental Health Trauma and Recovery Program.
URL:https://nychealthcarecoalition.org/event/analyzing-your-analysis-what-is-an-hva-and-why-should-we-care/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T113000
DTSTAMP:20260423T180524
CREATED:20250130T201316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250130T201336Z
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SUMMARY:Hospital Mass Casualty Incident Notification Program Workshop (Option 2)
DESCRIPTION:GNYHA will host an in-person workshop on the updated NYC Hospital Mass Casualty Incident (MCI) Notification Program. Identical sessions will be offered on March 5 and March 12. \nSince 2016\, GNYHA and the Fire Department of the City of New York (FDNY) have collaborated on the Hospital MCI Notification Program to provide early warning to New York City 911-receiving hospitals about potential patient surges to emergency departments (EDs). Over the past several months\, a working group of hospital representatives—including ED clinical leadership\, emergency managers\, trauma-service representatives\, and New York City Emergency Management—convened to discuss and recommend changes to the NYC MCI plan. \nThis workshop will review the history of the MCI program\, changes to the plan\, FDNY operations\, and hospital considerations. GNYHA will also provide updates on next steps\, including a return to traditional quarterly hospital MCI advisory group meetings. \nPlease register for only one of the sessions. Breakfast will be served. A recording will be made available for those unable to attend either workshop.
URL:https://nychealthcarecoalition.org/event/hospital-mass-casualty-incident-notification-program-workshop-option-2/
LOCATION:GNYHA Board Room\, 555 West 57th Street\, 15th Floor\, New York\, NY\, 10019\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250311T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250311T130000
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SUMMARY:NYCHCC Educational Series- Kickoff Session
DESCRIPTION:In response to your feedback\, we are excited to launch our new NYCHCC Educational Series (to be held bimonthly beginning in March). \nThe objectives of this “lunch & learn” opportunity to learn more about how Coalition (and/or Coalition-adjacent) partners accomplish emergency preparedness\, potential areas of collaboration across sectors\, and to further strengthen our relationships. \nAll Coalition members are invited to join our kickoff session on Tuesday\, March 11 at 12 Noon (one hour session). We are excited to welcome the SUNY Downstate colleagues as they share their Continuity of Operations Planning (COOP) initiatives. Please engage in the presentation as you enjoy your lunch and participate in the conversation during the Q&A segment. \nPlease contact Summer Williams via email with any inquiries related to this invitation and/or with any suggestions on topics you would like to see presented during future sessions. Looking forward to you all joining for an insightful webinar and thought-provoking dialogue.  \nMS Teams Event Link\nMeeting ID: 261 395 008 963\nPasscode: AC6HF97y
URL:https://nychealthcarecoalition.org/event/nychcc-educational-series-kickoff-session/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250305T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250305T113000
DTSTAMP:20260423T180524
CREATED:20250130T201204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250130T201204Z
UID:448-1741167000-1741174200@nychealthcarecoalition.org
SUMMARY:Hospital Mass Casualty Incident Notification Program Workshop (Option 1)
DESCRIPTION:GNYHA will host an in-person workshop on the updated NYC Hospital Mass Casualty Incident (MCI) Notification Program. Identical sessions will be offered on March 5 and March 12. \nSince 2016\, GNYHA and the Fire Department of the City of New York (FDNY) have collaborated on the Hospital MCI Notification Program to provide early warning to New York City 911-receiving hospitals about potential patient surges to emergency departments (EDs). Over the past several months\, a working group of hospital representatives—including ED clinical leadership\, emergency managers\, trauma-service representatives\, and New York City Emergency Management—convened to discuss and recommend changes to the NYC MCI plan. \nThis workshop will review the history of the MCI program\, changes to the plan\, FDNY operations\, and hospital considerations. GNYHA will also provide updates on next steps\, including a return to traditional quarterly hospital MCI advisory group meetings. \nPlease register for only one of the sessions. Breakfast will be served. A recording will be made available for those unable to attend either workshop.
URL:https://nychealthcarecoalition.org/event/hospital-mass-casualty-incident-notification-program-workshop-option-1/
LOCATION:GNYHA Board Room\, 555 West 57th Street\, 15th Floor\, New York\, NY\, 10019\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250305T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250305T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T180524
CREATED:20250104T014902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250104T014902Z
UID:425-1741165200-1741194000@nychealthcarecoalition.org
SUMMARY:Dialysis Center Virtual Functional Exercise
DESCRIPTION:Join the North HELP Coalition’s annual exercise with members of the NYC outpatient dialysis sector! We are looking for SME to join the planning team or volunteer as co-facilitators or evaluators. We also welcome observers. \nPlease email yosef.travis@mountsinai.org for more information and to volunteer.
URL:https://nychealthcarecoalition.org/event/dialysis-center-virtual-functional-exercise/
CATEGORIES:Community Health,Nursing Homes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250225T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250225T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T180524
CREATED:20250213T222907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250213T223047Z
UID:508-1740481200-1740484800@nychealthcarecoalition.org
SUMMARY:HHS/ASPR Project ECHO Clinical Readiness Rounds Session
DESCRIPTION:HHS/ASPR Project ECHO Clinical Readiness Rounds\nResponse to the New Year’s Vehicle Ramming \n \nBill Salmeron\nChief\nNew Orleans EMS \nJeffrey Elder\, MD\, FACEP\, FAEMS \nChief Medical Officer at University Medical Center New Orleans (UMC).\nAssociate Chief Medical Officer for Emergency Management\, LCMC Health\nClinical Associate Professor of Medicine in the LSU Health Section of Emergency Medicine \nRoslyn Alexander\, D.O. \nTrauma and Surgical Critical Care Fellow\nUniversity Medical Center\, New Orleans\nLouisiana State University Health Sciences Center  \n  \nVirtual session through iECHO \nRegistration: https://iecho.org/public/program/PRGM1703002309004M2CX1LFEND?mc_cid=66fd2a730a&mc_eid=74a6b5deca
URL:https://nychealthcarecoalition.org/event/hhs-aspr-project-echo-clinical-readiness-rounds-session/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250219T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250219T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T180524
CREATED:20250206T034325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250206T034953Z
UID:453-1739971800-1739977200@nychealthcarecoalition.org
SUMMARY:An Effective Emergency Management Program for Long-Term Care Facilities: Creation and Sustainability
DESCRIPTION:NYSHFA/NYSCAL/FQC will be hosting a number of Emergency Preparedness Webinars in 2025 presented by Incident Management Solutions Inc. \nThis webinar will guide leaders in establishing and sustaining a model all-hazards emergency management program for the long-term care facility\, addressing the requirements of the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services’ (CMS) Emergency Preparedness Final Rule. \nRegistration Link:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUoduqtrzkqEtJK4GxgickS_4srnM7E0cl5 \n1.5 NAB Credits \nPresenters \nZachary Goldfarb\, BS\, EMT-P\, CHSP\, CHEP\, CEM\nZachary Goldfarb is the principal of Incident Management Solutions\, Inc.\, a New York-based certified emergency management consultancy.  Chief Goldfarb has served in many capacities during his 25-year career with the New York City Fire Department (and New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation’s Emergency Medical Service\, prior to their 1996 merger)\, retiring as an EMS Deputy Chief/Paramedic.  The author of the New York City Emergency Medical Action (Disaster) Plan\, he served as an EMS commander at the scene during both the 1993 bombing and the 2001 terrorist attack on the World Trade Center.  He is a credentialed FEMA Incident Command System (ICS) Instructor-Trainer (all levels).  Additionally\, he holds Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP) exercise development and evaluation certifications. \nSince 1999\, Chief Goldfarb has been a national thought leader in emergency planning\, training\, and exercising for healthcare organizations.  He has developed best practice models for comprehensive all-hazards healthcare emergency management planning\, as well as medical facility evacuation\, response to chemical/biological/radiological/nuclear/explosive incidents\, and pandemic influenza that are in use across the nation in hospitals\, long term care facilities\, public health agencies\, home care agencies\, and primary care facilities. \nRebecca Hansen\, BA\, LMSW\nMs. Hansen brings over 20 years’ experience as an emergency manager and social worker and currently works in Brooklyn where her professional emphasis is the inclusion of disability and access and functional needs\, mental health\, and human services issues into emergency management standards\, planning and practices.  Rebecca has extensive experience working in the government and non-government sectors\, working with smaller municipal government as well as large metropolitan agencies\, with service providers such as nursing homes\, supportive housing organizations\, and with schools.  She has experience working on federally declared disasters in the human services sector including Hurricane Sandy\, Hurricane Katrina\, and the 9/11 Terrorist Attacks in NYC\, as well as smaller more localized events.  She has also co-authored several chapters and articles on disability and access and functional needs in emergency management.  Ms. Hansen received a Bachelor of Arts from the University at Albany where she studied English literature\, a master’s in social work degree from the Hunter College School of Social Work\, and holds a certificate from the Harvard Global Mental Health Trauma and Recovery Program.
URL:https://nychealthcarecoalition.org/event/an-effective-emergency-management-program-for-long-term-care-facilities-creation-and-sustainability/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250211T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250211T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T180524
CREATED:20241204T013906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241212T191742Z
UID:387-1739268000-1739278800@nychealthcarecoalition.org
SUMMARY:NYC Health Care Coalition Meeting #2
DESCRIPTION:Co-hosted by the Bronx Emergency Preparedness Coalition (BEPC). Meeting will be held in Building 4\, 2nd Floor Training Center.
URL:https://nychealthcarecoalition.org/event/nyc-health-care-coalition-meeting-2/
LOCATION:NYC Health + Hospitals | Jacobi\, 1400 Pelham Parkway South\, Bronx\, NY\, 10461\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250205T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250206T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T180524
CREATED:20250110T232805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250110T232904Z
UID:432-1738758600-1738861200@nychealthcarecoalition.org
SUMMARY:Medical Leadership in Disaster Preparedness and Response: Virtual Conference
DESCRIPTION:February 5th and 6th\n12:30pm – 5:00pm (each day)\nVirtual via Zoom \nAre you currently responsible for the medical direction of a healthcare entity in the event of a disaster? Are you interested in serving in that role in the future? The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services\, Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response (ASPR) Technical Resources\, Assistance Center\, and Information Exchange (TRACIE) and the American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP) are pleased to co-host the second annual Medical Leadership in Disaster Preparedness and Response Virtual Conference February 5-6\, 2025. \nThis two half-day virtual conference will bring together individuals who have a medical direction role during disasters to discuss the spectrum of medical leadership responsibilities and some of the specific challenges of the role. \nWebsite\nRegistration
URL:https://nychealthcarecoalition.org/event/medical-leadership-in-disaster-preparedness-and-response-virtual-conference/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250123T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250123T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T180524
CREATED:20250116T012916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250116T013930Z
UID:435-1737628200-1737633600@nychealthcarecoalition.org
SUMMARY:EPCC: Healthcare Ready & NYC Pandemic Response Institute
DESCRIPTION:GNYHA will host an Emergency Preparedness Coordinating Council (EPCC) meeting on January 23. Healthcare Ready\, a not-for profit organization\, will discuss its mission and how hospitals can leverage its services during emergencies. Additionally\, the New York City Pandemic Response Institute will detail the development of the Region 2 Center for Public Health Emergency Preparedness and Response. \nWe encourage members to attend in-person to see a demonstration from Carecubes\, a technology developed to deploy modular isolation solutions. The demonstration will occur at the conclusion of the EPCC presentations. Lunch will be served. \nEvent is hybrid in-person and via Zoom. See the registration link for more details.
URL:https://nychealthcarecoalition.org/event/epcc-healthcare-ready-nyc-pandemic-response-institute/
LOCATION:GNYHA Board Room\, 555 West 57th Street\, 15th Floor\, New York\, NY\, 10019\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250107T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250107T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T180524
CREATED:20241126T215938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241205T033522Z
UID:333-1736244000-1736254800@nychealthcarecoalition.org
SUMMARY:NYC Health Care Coalition Meeting #1
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the first meeting of BP1 co-hosted by the Staten Island COAD!
URL:https://nychealthcarecoalition.org/event/nyc-health-care-coalition-meeting-1/
LOCATION:CUNY School of Law\, 2 Court Square W\, Long Island City\, NY\, 11101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Independent Hospitals,Network Hospitals,NYC DOHMH
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T180524
CREATED:20241207T020612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241207T020612Z
UID:399-1733914800-1733918400@nychealthcarecoalition.org
SUMMARY:CISA Cybersecurity Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Join HPCANYS for a presentation by CISA Cyber State Coordinator and CyberSecurity Advisor Crystal Wilson \nLearn about the no-cost services available to health care providers from America’s Cyber Defense Agency.  \nAdditional Objectives:\n•	Understand what services CISA offers to hospice providers.\n•	Hear about preparedness opportunities.\n•	Learn how to obtain cyber-attack response assistance.\n•	Understand the role of CISA Cybersecurity Advisors \nNo registration required:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/81021271351
URL:https://nychealthcarecoalition.org/event/cisa-cybersecurity-webinar/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241206T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241206T110000
DTSTAMP:20260423T180524
CREATED:20241126T195321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241126T195321Z
UID:254-1733479200-1733482800@nychealthcarecoalition.org
SUMMARY:TRUST Training Informational Session
DESCRIPTION:HANYS and GNYHA are hosting an informational session during which OMH will discuss its upcoming specialized training to address aggressive and other difficult behaviors in Article 28 and Article 31 hospitals across the state. \nTherapeutic Relationships and Universal Safety Training provides a consistent framework for creating a facility-wide therapeutic milieu in which all staff members can be confident their interactions with individuals in care will contribute to their active improvement. TRUST consists of practices that have been shown to enhance patient and staff safety in hospitals. The program provides staff with the competence and skills necessary to prevent and manage crisis situations and incorporates previous OMH training. \nThis webinar is part of HANYS’ Preventing and managing violence in the healthcare setting series.
URL:https://nychealthcarecoalition.org/event/trust-training-informational-session/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241203T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241203T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T180524
CREATED:20241126T212835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241126T215310Z
UID:324-1733220000-1733227200@nychealthcarecoalition.org
SUMMARY:Home Care and Hospice: Essential Partners in Emergency Planning
DESCRIPTION:The two-hour Forum will include a brief association presentation explaining how home care and hospice providers are essential partners in emergency planning and response. The Forum gives home care providers in attendance the opportunity to share their comments\, questions or concerns on any Emergency Preparedness issues that face their agencies. Your participation in the open discussion helps priori􀦞ze and shape future emergency management programming. This is also a unique opportunity for our Coalition partners to hear directly from the home care and hospice industry about their needs and how providers can partner with other sectors in an emergency. \nMore Information Here\nSee the Agenda
URL:https://nychealthcarecoalition.org/event/home-care-and-hospice-essential-partners-in-emergency-planning/
CATEGORIES:Home Care,Hospice,Webinar
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