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, Twitter, 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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Learn More Latest News from AHCA/NCAL NCAL Report: States Continue Adapting Assisted Living Regulations1.16.2025Assisted living regulations and legislation in 15 states (29 percent) were updated between July 1, 2023, and July 1, 2024, according to NCAL 2024 edition of the “Assisted Living State Regulatory Review” released this week.Read MoreAHCA/NCAL Welcomes LifeSpan Network as Maryland Affiliate1.06.2025With the start of the new year, AHCA/NCAL officially welcomes the LifeSpan Network as its Maryland state affiliate. Read MoreAHCA/NCAL Names Michael Bassett Head of Government Relations12.30.2024Today, AHCA/NCAL proudly announces that Michael Bassett has been named the association’s Senior Vice President of Government Relations, effective January 6. Read More‘Tapestry of Life’ Announced as Theme for National Skilled Nursing Care Week12.19.2024AHCA has announced “Tapestry of Life” as the theme for NSNCW 2025. The annual observance celebrates the essential role skilled nursing care centers play in providing high-quality, long term and post-acute care to millions of individuals each year.Read More Latest Blogs from AHCA/NCAL Upcoming COE-NF Webinar: Utilizing In-Service Toolkits to Expand Behavioral Health Capacity2.04.2025Join the COE-NF team as it showcases the new in-service toolkits and demonstrates how to use them effectively to enhance team training in nursing facilities. Read MoreUpdate to AHCA/NCAL Webinar Regarding CMS Surveyor Guidance Changes2.04.2025AHCA/NCAL has added an addendum to the webinar, Preparing for Upcoming CMS Guidance Changes: Key Updates and Action Items for Compliance. Read MoreTransform the Future of Long Term Care: Attend Two Impactful AHCA/NCAL Events in One Week!2.04.2025Whether you attend both events or select the one that best fits your goals, you will discover forward-thinking approaches to long term care and gain the knowledge, skills, and connections to shape the quality of care in your organization. Read MoreThe Center of Excellence Releases New February Education Events2.04.2025The COE-NF released new education events for the month of February, with many that offer ACCME and NAB credits. 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