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Emergency Preparedness

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The Home Care Alliance of Massachusetts is committed to supporting home health and hospice agencies in planning for and responding to emergencies of all kinds. This Emergency Preparedness Resource Center provides tools, checklists, training materials, regulations, and real-time disaster response resources to ensure your staff, clients, and organization are prepared before, during, and after an emergency.

Below, resources are organized by topic to help you quickly find what you need.

Infectious Disease & PPE Resources

 

Disaster Mapping & Response Tools

 

Disaster Mapping & Response Tools
HHS emPOWER Map

A GIS-based tool that:

    • Identifies individuals dependent on electricity-powered medical equipment
    • Integrates with real-time severe weather alerts
    • Supports emergency response planning in home-based care

CMS Regulations & Training

 

  • CMS Emergency Preparedness Rule
    Federal preparedness requirements for Medicare and Medicaid providers.
  • CMS Emergency Preparedness Website
    Central hub for CMS training, compliance tools, and regulatory updates.
    "Provides comprehensive information, tools, and training resources to help healthcare providers meet federal preparedness requirements and ensure continuity of care during disasters."
  • Appendix-Z State Operations Manual Interpretaive Guidance
    Detailed explanations of CMS survey protocols and expectations.
  • CMS Online Emergency Preparedness Training
    Self-paced training modules for staff and leadership.

    • To access: Visit CMS Course Catalog and search for “emergency.”

Additional Emergency Preparedness Resources

 

Issues & Advocacy

Stay informed and involved in key issues affecting the home care and hospice industry.

Regulatory Help Desk

Access guidance and support for navigating regulatory challenges.

Member Center

A hub for member resources, benefits, and services.

Member News

Read the latest updates and announcements for members.

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