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Trailer Released for Award-Winning National Docuseries Spotlighting Florida’s Long Term Caregivers

Posted on: Aug 10, 2026

FHCA is proud to unveil the official trailer for People Worth Caring About: Florida, the newest season of the award-winning national docuseries celebrating the caregivers transforming lives in long term care communities nationwide. Hosted by former CNA and filmmaker Peter Murphy Lewis, this season shines a spotlight on eight FHCA member nursing centers and the extraordinary people within them.

Florida Health Care Association Elects 2026-2027 Board of Directors

Posted on: Aug 03, 2026

FHCA has elected Joshua Wagoner of Deland as President of the Association. Wagoner is Divisional Director of Aviata Health Group, which manages 46 skilled nursing and rehabilitation centers across Florida. An active member of FHCA for nearly two decades, Wagoner previously served on the FHCA Executive Committee as Senior Vice President, Treasurer and Secretary, has served on the Board of…

FHCA Honors Individuals Enhancing the Lives of Florida’s Long Term Care Residents

Posted on: Jul 28, 2026

FHCA recently recognized the recipients of its 2026 Long Term Care Achievement Awards during the Annual Conference & Trade Show in Orlando. Presented each year, these awards celebrate long term care leaders and volunteers whose outstanding dedication to residents, staff and the profession helps advance the delivery of quality care. FHCA also honored the profession’s Shining Stars, who make a…

FHCA Welcomes More Than 1,000 Long Term Care Leaders to 2026 Annual Conference & Trade Show

Posted on: Jul 27, 2026

FHCA welcomed more than 1,000 long term care professionals and business partners to its 2026 Annual Conference & Trade Show in Orlando. Sponsored by Marsh McLennan Agency and inspiration centered around the theme, “Spotlight on Excellence.”

Florida Nursing Centers Among Top in the Nation with 15 New 2026 Silver Achievement in Quality Awards

Posted on: Jul 09, 2026

FHCA today celebrated 15 member centers recognized among this year’s Silver – Achievement in Quality Award recipients, the second level of the American Health Care Association and National Center for Assisted Living’s (AHCA/NCAL) National Quality Award Program. With this year’s honorees, Florida is now home to 62 Silver Award recipients, ranking among the top five in the nation.

Florida Health Care Association Awards $300,000 in Scholarships to Support 88 Individuals with Long Term Care Career Advancement

Posted on: Jun 24, 2026

FHCA announced today that 88 individuals across Florida have been awarded $300,000 in scholarships to help advance their careers in long term care. This year’s recipients include 40 caregivers who each received a $5,000 Bruce Taylor Scholarship to further their nursing careers; 28 long term care employees who each received a $2,500 Career Climb Scholarship; and 20 Administrators in Training…

FHCA Partners with Q3 Healthcare Consulting to Support Members’ National Quality Award Journey

Posted on: Jun 01, 2026

FHCA is pleased to announce a partnership with Q3 Healthcare Consulting to support FHCA member nursing centers and assisted living facilities that are working toward earning an AHCA/NCAL National Quality Award. The AHCA/NCAL National Quality Awards recognize organizations that meet progressively rigorous standards of quality to improve the lives of their residents. Q3 Healthcare Consulting will support FHCA member centers…

FHCA Recognizes 55 Long Term Care Centers in Florida for Earning the Bronze National Quality Award

Posted on: Jun 01, 2026

FHCA is proud to announce that 53 skilled nursing centers and two assisted living facilities in Florida have earned the American Health Care Association and National Center for Assisted Living (AHCA/NCAL) 2026 Bronze – Commitment to Quality Award. The National Quality Award Program recognizes organizations that meet progressively rigorous standards of quality to improve the lives of their residents.

FHCA Applauds Legislature for Supporting Florida’s Nursing Centers

Posted on: May 29, 2026

FHCA today expressed its sincere appreciation to Senate President Ben Albritton, House Speaker Daniel Perez, and committee chairs and members for approving a 2026–27 state budget that reaffirms Florida’s commitment to setting the gold standard in long term care. This investment of $173.5 million in Medicaid funding, including $123.6 million in recurring funds further strengthens Florida’s ability to deliver quality…

Top Long Term Care Nurses Honored at FHCA’s 2026 Excellence in Long Term Care Nursing Awards

Posted on: May 22, 2026

FHCA recognized Florida’s top long term care nurses during the Excellence in Long Term Care Nursing Award Ceremony at its annual Nurse Leadership Program in Bonita Springs, Florida. The award ceremony recognizes nurses and nursing assistants in Florida who embody FHCA’s mission to provide the highest quality of care to long term care residents across the state. “Today’s award recipients…

FHCA Announces Hialeah Shores Nursing & Rehabilitation Center as Winner of 2026 Long Term Care Photo Contest

Posted on: May 11, 2026

In conjunction with National Skilled Nursing Care Week, the Florida Health Care Association (FHCA) has announced that Hialeah Shores Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is the first-place winner of FHCA’s 2026 Long Term Care Photo Contest. The annual contest, which drew nearly 250 entries from across the state, celebrated the theme “Picture What Matters” to highlight the important connections and compassionate…

Report Highlights How Florida Sets the Gold Standard in Long Term Care

Posted on: May 11, 2026

Florida nursing centers are demonstrating gold standard resident care, according to a report from the FHCA. The report includes federal data on key quality measures of resident outcomes, staffing stability, and national rankings, reaffirming that Florida nursing centers are consistently among the best in the nation.