Communications & News Page Content AHCA/NCAL is at the forefront of the long term care profession, helping to shape the future of care for our nation’s seniors and individuals with disabilities. With this leadership comes responsibility to keep AHCA/NCAL members, the press, and the public informed on important issues that impact long term care. Stay up to date on all the latest information by following our social media pages on Facebook, X, and YouTube! Featured Video Closed Doors, Open Hearts: Nursing Homes and COVID-19Disclaimer: 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. 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A record 893 long term care providers in 50 states and the District of Columbia are recognized for commitment to quality. Read MoreAHCA Applauds Reintroduction of the Improving Access to Medicare Coverage Act5.27.2026Today, AHCA/NCAL commends members of Congress for reintroducing the Improving Access to Medicare Coverage Act. Senators Susan Collins (R-ME) and Peter Welch (D-VT) recently reintroduced the legislationRead MoreAHCA/NCAL Earns Silver and Bronze Awards In 47th Annual Telly Awards5.26.2026AHCA/NCAL has received two awards in the 47th Annual Telly Awards. The Association’s “Quality Award Opener” video earned Silver; “Perspectives: Heart of a Servant” video earned Bronze.Read More‘Shining Through the Years’ Revealed as Theme for National Assisted Living Week 20265.19.2026The National Center for Assisted Living (NCAL) revealed Shining Through the Years as this year’s theme for National Assisted Living Week® 2026. Read More Latest Blogs from AHCA/NCAL USCIS Says Green Card Applications Inside the U.S. Will Be Much Harder5.27.2026U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services recently announced a new policy about “adjustment of status,” which is the process of applying for a Green Card while staying in the United States. Read MoreEEO-1 Reporting May Be Removed: What Employers Should Know5.27.2026The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission recently sent a proposal to the White House that could end the requirement for large employers to submit EEO-1 Component 1 reports.Read MoreWhat Long Term Care Leaders Should Know About the CDC Hantavirus Alert5.26.2026The recent CDC Health Alert Network update regarding hantavirus has understandably raised questions across healthcare settings, including long term care. 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