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  • Closed Doors, Open Hearts: Nursing Homes and COVID-19

    ​Disclaimer: Some of the content contained in this documentary may be emotionally traumatic to watch, especially for those in long term care.

    This film, produced by AHCA in 2021, provides an intimate look at of the day-to-day reality of the COVID-19 pandemic in two long term care facilities. It highlights the many challenges for long term care residents and families, as well as the heroes that fought to keep residents safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. Be sure to use the resources provided in this toolkit to share the film with residents, staff, families, and community members.

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  • In Case You Missed It: New Study Shows Reduced Access To Nursing Home Care More Severe Than Previously Estimated
    2.18.2026
    #ICYMI: a recent study published in JAMA Internal Medicine confirms an alarming trend seen during and in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic: an access to care crisis in America’s nursing homes.
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  • In Case You Missed It: New Study Shows Medicaid Funding Correlated with Nursing Home Quality
    2.11.2026
    #ICYMI: a new study published in the Journal of the American Medical Directors Association (JAMDA) shows a clear association between higher Medicaid funding and nursing home star (NH) ratings in Care Compare.
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  • ‘Moments In Bloom’ Announced as Theme for National Skilled Nursing Care Week
    1.29.2026
    We're happy to announce that “Moments in Bloom” is the theme for National Skilled Nursing Care Week® (NSNCW) 2026.
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  • Report: Nursing Homes Making Significant Progress with Workforce
    1.28.2026
    Today, we've released updated data showing that nursing homes continue to make progress in strengthening their workforce. The sector gained 40,700 jobs in 2025, and nursing turnover and agency use rates are declining.
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  • Staying Warm Safely: Guidance on Space Heater Use in Long Term Care Communities
    2.17.2026
    This winter’s prolonged and widespread cold has pushed many providers to look more closely at how to keep residents and staff warm and comfortable.
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  • CMS To Host May 12 CCSQ Leadership Webinar
    2.17.2026
    CMS recently announced that the Center for Clinical Standards and Quality will hold a webinar on May 12 at 12PM EST. 
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  • CDC Releases New and Updated Resources for Long Term Care Providers
    2.17.2026
    The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced several new and updated resources for long-term care providers.
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  • Recording Now Available - LTC Workforce Webinar: Building Resilient Teams Through Cross-Training: Strategies, Challenges, and Success Stories
    2.17.2026
    AHCA/NCAL continued its webinar series focused on workforce related matters impacting long term care providers across the country.
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