New York State Health Facilities Association

The number of new confirmed cases in U.S. nursing homes has started to rise again in 38 states. Reports show that nursing homes correlate directly to community spread. #wearamask #keepourseniorssafe #seniorcare #seniorlove https://lnkd.in/dWZ786H

Join our #NurseLeaders for our 18th Annual Nurse Leadership Virtual Conference starting October 27th! There is still time to register and gain an opportunity at winning a #Chromebook for your facility - thanks to the donation of The Iroquois Healthcare Association. DON'T WAIT! CLICK TO REGISTER https://lnkd.in/eeUFCdh _________________________________________________... ! October 27 | November 3 | November 10 | November 17 See more

Under this voluntary program, #nursinghomes and #assistedliving communities will be administered shots from the trained staff of CVS and Walgreens; needles, syringes, and other necessary equipment will be all included. Costs will then be covered for all #longtermcare providers as CVS and Walgreens will be reimbursed at standard Medicare rates for administering these shots. #vaccines #skillednursing #seniorcare #seniorlove... https://lnkd.in/ggYTia4

WHO SHOULD BE FIRST IN LINE? Nursing home residents are uniquely vulnerable to the virus given their age and congregate settings. "The asymptomatic nature of the #COVID virus where up to 40 percent of infected individuals do not show symptoms -- these elements truly show that #nursinghome #residents and staff should receive top priority for a COVID-19 #vaccine as soon as it's approved," explains Stephen Hanse, the president and CEO of NYSHFA | NYSCAL.... #longtermcare #LTCHeroes #skillednursing #assistedliving #seniorcare #seniorlove #protectourseniors #newyork https://lnkd.in/g2g5uMC

It is time for #NewYork to ease #nursinghome #testing and #visitation requirements and bring them closer to current federal guidelines. One-size fits all restriction on visitation is negatively impacting the health and well being of #residents and their families and loved ones. Stephen Hanse #seniorcare #seniorlove #skillednursing #assistedliving... https://lnkd.in/gghCHtb

Stop and listen to our very own Jackie Pappalardi, NYSHFA | NYSCAL's Executive Director of the Foundation for Quality Care! She has some exciting reasons for you to sign up for our 18th Annual - Virtual - Nurse Leadership Conference. This interactive series begins on October 27th. CLICK TO REGISTER https://lnkd.in/eeUFCdh __________________________________________________ !

It's time for #NewYorkState to re-evaluate its current #testing and #visitation rules and align them with those required by #CMS. #qualitycare #seniorcare #seniorlove #longtermcare https://lnkd.in/gtiCys7

We ask #NewYork to implement #visitation #policy on a more regional basis. "The current state #nursinghome #visitationpolicy is too stringent." Stephen Hanse, CEO & President of NYSHFA | NYSCAL, points to the federal government’s nursing home #policy which is more lenient and based on #coronavirus data in the surrounding #community. We should utilize policies that truly safeguard the health and well-being of our residents but aren’t so restrictive that they truly lose their ...zest for life. https://lnkd.in/gYFfxyj

ATTENTION MEMBERS! ! Doing art can have a positive impact on senior health! Art is a powerful medium of expression and has a variety of health benefits from aiding in relaxation, anxiety, and depression. Take a chance at showcasing your resident's art which may be featured in NYSHFA | NYSCAL's 2021 wall calendar!... CLICK TO LEARN MORE & SUBMIT YOUR RESIDENTS ARTWORK WITH EASE! https://lnkd.in/eXEi6E8 #AFTH #atfromtheheart #seniorcare #seniorlove #seniorartists

WE THIS! Residents get a bag of lve to help put a smile on their faces! #seniorlove #seniorcare #longtermcare ... https://lnkd.in/g7pKpj6

TOMORROW AT 3:30 PM EDT We’re asking fellow Americans to take part in this moment of silence to honor our #residents and #caregivers who have tragically lost their lives to #COVID19. In #longtermcare, we become a family, and to lose even one resident or colleague is heartbreaking. This #pandemic has been devastatingfor our vulnerable residents who the #virus uniquely impacts, for their family members who haven’t been allowed to visit, and for our heroic caregivers who conti...nue to put their lives on the line and provide the best possible care. Debbie Meade American Health Care Association Board Chair https://fb.me/e/2T2yaECtz

! October 27 | November 3 | November 10 | November 17 REGISTRATION IS OPEN for the 18th Annual Nurse Leadership Conference! We have created a special program this year in recognizing and celebrating our long-term care #nurses!... Join our community of weekly interactive Zoom #webinar sessions with special evening wellness fun! YOU DESERVE IT! CLICK TO REGISTER https://lnkd.in/eeUFCdh #NursingProfessionals #LTCHeroes #longtermcare #assistedliving #skillednursing #yearofthenurse #nurseleadership