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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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  • The Washington Post Names AHCA/NCAL A Top Washington-Area Workplace for 2025
    6.23.2025
    AHCA/NCAL has been named one of The Washington Post’s 2025 Top Workplaces in the Washington, D.C. area.
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  • New Survey Highlights Devastating Impact of Medicaid Reductions on Nursing Homes
    6.09.2025
    A new survey from the AHCA finds that an overwhelming majority of nursing home providers are deeply concerned about potential Medicaid reductions.
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  • Gallin, DeMattos Honored with Joe Warner Patient Advocacy Award
    6.09.2025
    Today, AHCA/NCAL announced that Kathy E. Gallin, vice president of legislative affairs at Signature Healthcare and Joseph DeMattos, former CEO of the HFAM have been named recipients of the prestigious Joe Warner Patient Advocacy Award.
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  • AHCA/NCAL Names John Kane Head of Reimbursement Policy
    6.02.2025
    We're happy to announce that John Kane has been named the association's Senior Vice President of Reimbursement Policy, effective immediately.
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  • OSHA Announces Suspension of COVID-19 Recordkeeping and Reporting Requirements for Health Care Settings
    6.23.2025
    Earlier this year, OSHA issued a memorandum announcing an immediate suspension, or “stay,” of its COVID-19 recordkeeping and reporting requirements under 29 CFR 1910.502.
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  • CMS Makes Updates to Nursing Home Care Compare and Five Star
    6.18.2025
    CMS released QSO-25-20-NH on June 18, 2025, to describe updates coming to Nursing Home Care Compare.
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  • AAPACN Resources for SNF Nurses Available to AHCA Members at Discount Prices
    6.23.2025
    Through a partnership with the American Association of Post-Acute Care Nursing, AHCA members can access tools designed to help skilled nursing professionals manage documentation, quality measures, and resident safety.
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  • Learn From These Two Free Webinars Because It’s Always All About the Food
    6.20.2025
    AHCA/NCAL offers a free one hour webinar titled Responsible Food Procurement for Changing Times that is recommended for anyone involved in food procurement or budgeting.
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