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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Kennedy, Jr. as Secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Read our official statement.Read MoreNCAL 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 Latest Blogs from AHCA/NCAL F689—Accidents is the Second Most Common Nursing Facility Citation2.21.2025CMS regulations require that nursing facilities be as free of accident hazards as possible.Read MoreThe 2024 Employee Benefits Trends Shaping SNF/AL Workforce Strategies in 20252.21.2025The 2024 SHRM Employee Benefits Survey offers valuable insights into the evolving landscape of employer-provided benefits and how organizations are adapting to meet the needs of today’s workforce. 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