Strive for Excellence in Quality Improvement with the Gold Award

Awards and Recognition; Quality; Quality Award
 

​Is your long term and post-acute care center or community committed to providing quality care and improving the lives of residents? The National Quality Award Program encourages you to continue your dedication to quality improvement efforts by taking the next step in your journey with the Gold Award level. 


The Gold Award helps applicants further develop the foundations laid by their Bronze and Silver awards for continued quality improvement. Here’s how you can prepare for a successful start with the Gold Award: 

Essential Resources for Gold Applicants: 

Comprehensive Gold Application Packet: Review this packet as it contains program policies and key information on completing your application. 

Month-to-Month Roadmap: Navigate the Gold application process effectively with this detailed guide and suggested timeline. 

Gold Criteria Series: Deepen your understanding of the Gold criteria through educational videos that cover each section of the application. 

Gold Submission Template: Build your application in this template, which outlines the Gold criteria codes. 

Kick-Off Webinar Recording: Gain insights and guidance from Quality Award staff to kickstart your application. 

The 2025 Intent to Apply process is now open, and Gold applicants are encouraged to submit their Intent to Apply before the deadline on Thursday, November 14, 2024, to gain access to exclusive resources and receive a discounted application fee. 


Visit the Quality Award website for 2025 Gold materials and contact the Quality Award Program at qualityaward@ahca.org​ with questions or inquiries.