HHS extends deadline for assisted living operators to apply for CARES Act funding
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jul 20, 2020
The Department of Health and Human Services on Friday extended until Aug. 3 the deadline for eligible state Medicaid and Children’s Health Insurance Program providers, including assisted living operators,...
Assisted living needs $5 billion for COVID-19 response, AHCA / NCAL tells HHS, FEMA
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jun 09, 2020
Assisted living communities need $5 billion in emergency relief funding to pay for staffing, testing and personal protective equipment to fight COVID-19, the leaders of the American Health Care Association...
Industry groups seek immunity from pandemic-related lawsuits for operators
By
Lois A. Bowers
Apr 28, 2020
While national and state associations seek legal immunity against claims arising out from actions related to fighting COVID-19, a House task force has prioritized long-term care and affordable senior housing...