National Assisted Living Week

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​September 13 - 19, 2026: "Shining Through the Years"

This year's theme for National Assisted Living Week®​ is "Shining Through the Years." Please use the resources below - including a planning guide, promotional resources, products, and graphics - to celebrate "Shining Through the Years" during NALW this year. Participants are asked to share their celebrations throughout the week on social media using #NALW. ​​​​​​

About National Assisted Living Week

​​​Established by the National Center for Assisted Living (NCAL) in 1995, National Assisted Living Week® provides a unique opportunity for residents, their loved ones, staff, volunteers, and the surrounding comm​​unities to recognize the role of assisted living in caring for America’s seniors and individuals with disabilities. The annual observance encourages assisted living communities around the country to offer a variety of events and activities to celebrate the individuals they serve, as well as to help educate members of the public about this distinctive aspect of long term care.​​​​​​​​​​​

Celebrate National Assisted Living Week!

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Start planning the biggest week ​of the year with this with this helpful guide full of creative activity ideas. Also find useful tips on how to engage the media. 

‭(Hidden)‬ Official Products
Help your residents, staff and building look sharp for the big week with these NALW products. Be sure to place your order early!

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​Meet the 2026 NALW Sponsor

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Happy National Assisted Living Week From Joint Commission!

Joint Commission​ enables and affirms the highest standards of healthcare quality and patient safety for all. Founded in 1951, it is the nation’s oldest and largest standards-setting and accrediting body in healthcare, evaluating more than 23,000 healthcare organizations and programs across the United States. 
 
Through expert guidance, solutions-driven surveys, and unmatched customer support, Joint Commission provides a comprehensive framework to help assisted living communities build sustainable, high-quality care processes and achieve—or exceed—their business and quality goals. Trusted by the health care community, Joint Commission accreditation can support network participation, referrals, licensure, and quality goals. In collaboration with the Alzheimer’s Association, Joint Commission also offers Memory Care Certification for providers of specialized memory care services.​
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        ‭(Hidden)‬ Logo Policy
        Download the logo in various formats for online use as well as professional print products. You may use the following files, intact, to promote National Assisted Living Week. All other rights, including the creation of derivative works, are reserved by the National Center for Assisted Living.

        ‭(Hidden)‬ Media Toolkit
        • Sample Invite to the Media
          This sample letter to local media notifies them about a special event you are holding during NALW. Look for a reporter who has covered similar stories before, and make that connection. Send this at least a week prior to the event.
        • Sample Letter to the Editor
          These short articles provide greater control over the content of your message, as they can be authored by a designated representative of the community (e.g., executive director). Share how your assisted living community helps residents explore their creative side with your local newspaper and magazine editors.
        • Sample Press Release
          News releases are used to alert the local media of significant events, issues, services, programs, awards, and other events. Send the release to your local news editors and reporters, especially those who have previously covered your assisted living community.
        • Sample Proclamation
          Proclamations are a great mechanism to have your locally elected officials visit your community. Invite your governor, mayor or city council members to issue a proclamation (offer this sample) in honor of NALW. You can invite them to visit the community and kick off the week on Sunday, National Grandparents' Day.
        • Sample Social Media Posts
          Post items throughout NALW on your community/company's social media channels. Share photos and videos of unique events, or highlight resident stories (with their authorization). Use the hashtag #NALW on channels like Facebook, Twitter and Instagram to contribute to the national conversation.
        • NALW Logo (Vector Format)
          Download the logo for online use as well as professional print products to promote National Assisted Living Week 2020. All other rights, including the creation of derivative works, are reserved by the National Center for Assisted Living.

        Contact Us
        Please contact NCAL with any questions about National Assisted Living Week.

        Thanks to the 2026 NALW Sponsor!
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        Notice from NCAL:
        You may use the shared graphic and logo files, intact, to promote National Assisted Living Week®. All other rights, including the creation of derivative works, are reserved by the National Center for Assisted Living.