The American Health Care Association and National Center for Assisted Living (AHCA/NCAL) is pleased to announce the opening of the 2026 National Quality Award Program application cycle!
Through engaging with the Quality Award Program, organizations benefit from valuable external insights and constructive feedback, build a strong team, 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.
And this is a special year, as 2026 marks the Program’s 30th anniversary! Don’t miss your chance to join your peers on this quality journey as we celebrate three decades of excellence. Be sure to take advantage of the new and updated educational materials and resources that will help set you on the path to success. These are now available on the Quality Award website and include all award levels – Bronze, Silver, and Gold.
Discover the incredible journeys of past recipients on the Quality Award Stories website. Imagine sharing your story next year!AHCA/NCAL is Committed to Your Success
To support your journey, the Quality Award Program team invites you to the 2026 Quality Award Program
Kick-Off Webinar on Thursday, July 31 at 3 PM Eastern.
This webinar will help you:
- Understand key deadlines and requirements;
- Explore essential resources; and
- Get your questions answered live.
Register today to jumpstart your 2026 application and set your organization on the path to excellence!
More information will also be available soon on the 2026 National Quality Award Intent to Apply (ITA). This offers an opportunity for those applicants who plan to apply for a National Quality Award in 2026 to access exclusive resources and receive a discounted application fee.
Questions? Contact the
Quality Award Program staff.
And a special thank you goes to our sponsors! The National Quality Award Program is sponsored by AHCA/NCAL Associate Business Members: HealthCap, McKesson, Prevail by First Quality, Rosie, and Incite Workforce Solutions Powered by SnapCare.