This program provides an updated look at nursing home staffing, quality ratings, citations, and federal penalties in the Hudson Valley. The session explains how to interpret inspection findings and enforcement actions, emphasizing the importance of connecting the data with residents’ experiences and whether care problems have been corrected. The program also […]
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October 19, 2026.
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October 5, 2026.
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September 18, 2026.
LTCCC analysis finds steep decline in fines and widespread classification of violations as “no harm” in years following the COVID-19 Pandemic.
September 15, 2026 – The Long Term Care Community Coalition (LTCCC) has released The Accountability Gap: […]
September 8, 2026 – As the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) begins nationwide implementation of its new Risk-Based Survey (RBS) process today, LTCCC is releasing a new guide to help Long-Term Care Ombudsmen understand the process, respond to questions about facilities considered “higher performing” or “low […]
September 4, 2026 – Living in a nursing home does not take away a person’s right to vote. Yet residents may face practical barriers – such a registration deadlines, difficulty obtaining or returning a mail-in ballot, inaccessible transportation, or a lack of appropriate assistance – that can […]
September 2, 2026 – The Long Term Care Community Coalition (LTCCC) has released a new resource guide: Community Living & Disability Integration: What DOJ’s 2026 Policy Change Means for People Living with Disabilities, Residents, and Families.
Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Supreme Court’s […]
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August 31, 2026.
August 31, 2026 – New federal data show that chronic understaffing continues to affect the overwhelming majority of U.S. nursing homes. According to LTCCC’s analysis of Q1 2026 federal staffing data, 88% of nursing […]
This program provides an updated look at nursing home performance in the Hudson Valley region, with a focus on nurse staffing levels, expected staffing needs, and differences in staffing on weekends and holidays. The data show that Hudson Valley nursing homes continue to experience significant staffing shortfalls, with average staffing below […]
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August 17, 2026.
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July 31, 2026.
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July 27, 2026 – The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has issued a memorandum rescinding its guidance on nursing home residents’ voting rights. While the new memorandum does not change federal law or residents’ fundamental right to vote, it withdraws important […]
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July 23, 2026 – On July 16, 2026, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced that it will implement a new “risk-based” survey approach for nursing home inspections beginning September 8, 2026. Under the new policy, approximately 12 percent of U.S. […]
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July 15, 2026.
July 10, 2026 – Following the recent Supreme Court decision allowing the administration to terminate Temporary Protected Status for thousands of legal immigrants, the long-term care workforce is facing a devastating blow. In New York alone, a vital contingent of dedicated Haitian healthcare workers […]
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June 30, 2026.
June 25, 2026 – The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) recently issued a proposed rule, Equal Access to Housing in HUD Programs Revisions, that would make significant changes to the agency’s Equal Access regulations, including removing explicit protections related to gender identity and sexual orientation in HUD-funded […]
This program provides a live demonstration of LTCCC’s data visualization platform, highlighting how it can be used to examine key indicators in Hudson Valley nursing homes, compare local facility performance with state and national benchmarks, and identify trends that can inform advocacy, oversight, and quality improvement efforts. The program also offers practical guidance on […]
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June 15, 2026.
Inappropriate nursing home resident discharges have been a major problem for years. Too many nursing homes maximize profits by inappropriately discharging residents when they become less profitable or are “difficult.” In addition to severe emotional trauma, an inappropriate transfer could put a resident’s well-being and life at risk, especially when they are sent to a […]
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June 1, 2026.
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A recent McKnight’s Long-Term Care News article highlighted a Pennsylvania nursing home reportedly performing its first onsite bronchoscopy — a procedure typically associated with hospitals and specialty medical centers. The article presented the procedure as part of an emerging […]
This program explores how legislators, district office staff, and community partners can better support constituents and families navigating the challenges of dementia caregiving. Legislative offices are often contacted during moments of crisis — when families are overwhelmed by behavior changes, safety concerns, caregiver burnout, conflicts about care decisions, or uncertainty about available services […]
This program explores how professionals and community-based organizations can better support older adults and families navigating the challenges of dementia care. Professionals are often called upon during moments of crisis — when families are overwhelmed by behavior changes, safety concerns, caregiver burnout, conflicts about care decisions, or uncertainty about available services and next […]
May 18, 2026 – New federal data reveal that the overwhelming majority of U.S. nursing homes are operating with insufficient staffing to meet the basic needs of their residents. According to LTCCC’s report on […]
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May 15, 2026.
May 13, 2026 – The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued a proposed rule (CMS-1843-P) that would update Medicare payment rates and quality reporting requirements for skilled nursing facilities (SNFs) beginning in Fiscal Year 2027. The Long Term Care Community Coalition (LTCCC) submitted comments urging the agency to strengthen accountability, transparency, […]
This program explores how employers, HR professionals, and workplace leaders can better support employees who are caring for a family member or loved one living with dementia. Many employees balance work responsibilities with the emotional and practical demands of caregiving, often experiencing stress, burnout, schedule disruptions, and reduced productivity. The session highlights the […]
This program explores how assisted living and home care providers can strengthen their approach to supporting individuals living with dementia through practical, person-centered strategies. Staff often encounter complex care situations and may feel uncertain about how to respond to changing communication, behaviors, and needs. The session highlights common challenges in dementia care and […]
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April 30, 2026.
This program explores how faith communities can play a meaningful role in supporting individuals caring for loved ones living with dementia. Caregiving is often an invisible and isolating experience, and many caregivers within congregations may be struggling without openly asking for help. The session highlights the unique opportunity for faith leaders and community members to […]
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April 15, 2026.
This program provides an updated look at nursing home performance in the Hudson Valley region, with a focus on staffing levels, federal quality ratings, and antipsychotic drugging trends. The program also offers practical guidance on dementia care standards and residents’ rights, including the appropriate use of antipsychotic medications, the importance of informed consent, and the […]
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March 31, 2026.
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March 16, 2026.
March 5, 2026 – New federal data reveal that the overwhelming majority of U.S. nursing homes are operating with insufficient staffing to meet the basic needs of their residents. According to LTCCC’s report on […]
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March 2, 2026.
This program provides an updated look at regional nursing home performance, with a focus on staffing levels, quality ratings, pressure ulcer rates, and antipsychotic drugging trends. In addition to the data briefing, the program offers practical guidance on addressing care concerns, including residents’ rights, strategies for escalating unresolved issues, and options for seeking help both […]
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February 17, 2026.
January 28, 2026 – CMS is moving to repeal federal minimum staffing standards for nursing homes – an action that would weaken one of the most important resident safety protections in decades. Today, the Long Term Care Community Coalition (LTCCC) submitted comments strongly opposing this repeal. Our comments explain that chronic understaffing is […]
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January 30, 2026.
Topic: Where Does All the Money Go? Exploring How New Jersey Nursing Homes Use Public Money – A Consumer Voice Report
Date/Time: February 17, 2026 at 1pm ET
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January 16, 2026 – New federal data reveal that the overwhelming majority of U.S. nursing homes are operating with insufficient staffing to meet the basic needs of their residents. According to LTCCC’s report on […]
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January 15, 2026.
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December 30, 2025.
December 16, 2025 – CMS has once again delayed implementation of the nursing home ownership disclosure requirements enacted by Congress in Section 6101 of the Affordable Care Act (ACA). Specifically, it has indefinitely suspended the off-cycle Medicare revalidation process that it established as the primary vehicle for collecting newly required […]
Topic: Spotlight on Oversight: Resident Falls and Poorly Performing Facilities
Date/Time: January 20, 2026 at 1pm ET
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December 15, 2025.
This program provides an updated look at regional nursing home performance, with a focus on staffing levels, quality ratings, pressure ulcer rates, and antipsychotic drugging trends. In addition to the data briefing, the program offers practical guidance on addressing care concerns, including residents’ rights, strategies for escalating unresolved issues, and options for seeking help both […]
December 3, 2025 – The Long Term Care Community Coalition is deeply disheartened by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services’ decision to repeal the federal minimum staffing standards for nursing homes. This action removes a long-overdue national floor for staffing – standards that, while modest, provided a basic safeguard […]
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December 1, 2025.
Widespread fraud and chronic accountability failures continue to plague the U.S. nursing […]
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November 17, 2025.
November 13, 2025 — The Long Term Care Community Coalition (LTCCC) has launched a Nursing Home Staffing Resource Center, a one-stop hub for data tools and practical guides that help the public and stakeholders determine whether facilities are staffing […]
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October 31, 2025.
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October 15, 2025.
This program presents the latest Hudson Valley nursing home staffing data, offering insights into current trends and facility performance across the region. It also guides participants on how to access and effectively use the data to support advocacy and oversight efforts. The program concludes with a discussion on the power of family councils, highlighting how […]
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September 30, 2025.
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September 15, 2025.
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September 2, 2025.
August 25, 2025 – Today LTCCC is releasing its latest quarterly report on the staffing levels for every U.S. nursing home (in compliance with federal reporting requirements). These data, accessible to the public at […]
This program features attorney and resident advocate Deborah Truhowsky as she shares practical strategies for preventing, identifying, and reporting nursing home abuse and neglect, including common warning signs, intervention options, and residents’ rights under New York regulations. In addition, it provides a data-driven look at nursing home quality and safety in the Hudson Valley, highlighting […]
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August 15, 2025.
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July 31, 2025.
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July 15, 2025.
July 3, 2025—The Long Term Care Community Coalition is deeply disheartened by the passage of the so-called “Big Beautiful Bill” or H.R. 1, now approved by both the House and the Senate. This sweeping legislation will inflict profound and lasting harm on nursing home residents, individuals receiving home- and community-based services, and families who rely […]
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June 30, 2025.
On June 23, 2025 the Long Term Care Community Coalition joined nearly 100 national, state, and local organizations in opposing a proposed Senate reconciliation bill that would cut Medicaid funding and delay implementation of the federal nursing home minimum staffing rule. These changes would jeopardize access to long-term care services for millions of older adults […]
Presenters: LTCCC’s Richard Mollot (Executive Director), Hayley Cronquist (Associate Director), Rachel Farber (Policy Fellow) PowerPoint Slides (PDF) Dementia Care in the Community Toolkit
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June 16, 2025.
June 16, 2025 – Today LTCCC is releasing its new Dementia Care in the Community Toolkit, a free online resource developed to support high-quality, person-centered dementia care for individuals living at home or in assisted living.
A growing number of people living with dementia receive care outside of nursing homes, yet there are no federal […]
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This card is also available for downloading and printing on an 8.5 x 11 size paper.
This program offers an in-depth look at how Hudson Valley nursing homes are performing, including staffing levels, ownership, inspection results, and compliance with state and federal standards. It highlights which facilities are meeting New York’s minimum staffing requirements and identifies areas of concern. The resident rights portion focuses on protections against inappropriate discharge or transfer, […]
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