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. Be sure to use the resources provided in this toolkit to share the film with residents, staff, families, and community members. Untitled [1] Press ReleasesPress ReleasesGet up-to-the-minute news and information from AHCA’s press team. Learn More Fact Sheets & LettersFact Sheets & LettersSee the latest information on relevant topics affecting the long term care industry. Learn More Our BlogOur BlogLong Term Care (LTC) professionals can stay informed about hot topics in the media, important trends, and interesting stories from around the nation. Learn More Share Your StoryShare Your StoryShare your stories of residents, caregivers, family members, and community members doing extraordinary things in long term care. Learn More Latest News from AHCA/NCAL Christian Mason Honored for Innovation in Assisted Living8.14.2025Christian Mason, PhD, today was named the 2025 recipient of the Jan Thayer Pioneer Award by NCAL. Mason’s 40-year career has been marked by a commitment to propel the assisted living profession into a new era of excellence and innovation.Read MoreAHCA/NCAL Announces 2025 Gold National Quality Award Recipients8.11.2025Today, we're pleased to announce the recipients of the 2025 Gold – Excellence in Quality Award. Three skilled nursing care centers have earned the most prestigious and esteemed award level of AHCA/NCAL’s National Quality Award Program.Read MoreAHCA Releases Statement on FY 2026 Skilled Nursing Facility Prospective Payment System Final Rule7.31.2025AHCA released a statement today in response to the Skilled Nursing Facility Prospective Payment System for fiscal year 2026 final rule issued by CMS.Read MoreAHCA/NCAL Honors 60th Anniversary of Medicare, Medicaid7.30.2025AHCA/NCAL issued a statement on the 60th anniversary of President Johnson signing the Social Security Amendments of 1965, which created Medicare and Medicaid, into law.Read More Latest Blogs from AHCA/NCAL Reminder of Upcoming MDS and NHSN Data Submission Deadlines for the SNF Quality Reporting Program8.14.2025Read MoreReminder: MDS & Resident Assessments Roles and Responsibilities8.14.2025Read MoreCalling All 2025 National Quality Award Recipients: Celebrate Your Achievement at Delivering Solutions 258.13.2025Read MorePreparing for Tomorrow’s Care Workforce: Six Sessions You Can’t Miss at Delivering Solutions 258.12.2025Read More newsletters Reports & Newsletters Annual Reports AHCA20232022NCAL20232022AHCA/NCAL2024 Capitol Connection Get the latest on issues happening on Capitol Hill and throughout Washington, as well as AHCA/NCAL events and programs in this biweekly email.SIGN UP TO RECEIVE NCAL Connections NCAL's version of Capitol Connection, NCAL Connections offers the latest on issues happening in Washington, as well as events and programs specifically tailored for assisted living providers.SIGN UP TO RECEIVE ID/DD Digest Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (ID/DD) Digest is a monthly publication for ID/DD service providers. Content includes information ranging from events, AHCA's ID/DD grassroots efforts, AHCA's ID/DD Committee focuses and work, and other important updates impacting providers and the individuals they serve in ICF/IID and group homes for ID/DD. To receive ID/DD Digest, please contact Dana Ritchie. NFP News Not for Profit (NFP) News is a monthly publications for NFP service providers. Content includes information ranging from AHCA’s annual Congressional Briefing fly-in event, AHCA’s NFP Day at the AHCA/NCAL Convention & Expo, AHCA’s work with the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services and other important updates. To receive NFP News, please contact Dana Ritchie. Contact Us AHCA/NCAL Press OfficeAHCAPressOffice@ahca.org Established in 1974, award-winning Provider is the flagship magazine of the American Health Care Association/National Center for Assisted Living. AHCA/NCAL Twitter Updates Tweets by @ahcancal