Jumpstart Your Journey with Criteria and Education Resources for the 2027 Cycle
The American Health Care Association and National Center for Assisted Living (AHCA/NCAL) is pleased to announce the opening of the
2027 National Quality Award Program application cycle!Before the Quality Award Portal opens, this is the perfect time to get to know the criteria and resources available to help you with your application journey. Helpful resources for each award level are available, such as:
- Month-by-month roadmap and action plans
- Application criteria packet
- Level-specific criteria video series
- FAQs
- Updated Renewal Policy
- Survey Eligibility Tool – Available July 15th
These resources (along with many more) are an excellent tool in helping you start or continue your Quality Award journey and can help you better understand the goals and expectations of the level you are trying to achieve.
Through engaging with the Quality Award Program, organizations benefit from valuable external insights and constructive feedback, become more resilient, boost performance, and earn recognition – all with the ultimate result of improving the quality of care and quality of life of residents.
Visit the
Quality Award website to explore the 2027 education resources and jumpstart your organization's path to excellence!
Questions? Contact the
Quality Award Program staff.
MARK YOUR CALENDARS!The 2027 National Quality Award Intent to Apply (ITA) will open in August. The ITA offers an opportunity for applicants who plan to apply for a National Quality Award in 2027 to access exclusive resources and receive a discounted application fee. Mark your calendars!