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FHCA Applauds Gov. DeSantis for Signing State Budget with Significant Medicaid Funding Increase for Nursing Center Care

Posted on: Jun 30, 2025

The Florida Health Care Association today expressed its sincere appreciation to Governor Ron DeSantis for signing the 2025–2026 state budget, which includes a $246.7 million increase in Medicaid funding for nursing center care. With more than one-third of Florida’s population projected to be over age 65 by 2030 — and the 85+ population expected to triple by 2050 — this…

Florida’s 2025 AHCA/NCAL Silver National Quality Award Recipients Announced

Posted on: Jun 30, 2025

FHCA is pleased to announce that 16 skilled nursing centers and one assisted living facility are being recognized for earning the American Health Care Association and National Center for Assisted Living (AHCA/NCAL) 2025 Silver – Achievement in Quality Award. The distinction is the second of three progressive award levels through the AHCA/NCAL National Quality Award Program, which recognizes providers across…

FHCA Secretary Isis Fernandez Selected as a National Future Leader in Long Term Care

Posted on: Jun 18, 2025

FHCA is proud to announce that FHCA Secretary Isis Fernandez, administrator at Hialeah Shores Rehabilitation Center, has been selected by the American Health Care Association/National Center for Assisted Living (AHCA/NCAL) as a future leader in long term and post-acute care. Fernandez is one of 39 individuals selected nationwide who will participate in AHCA/NCAL’s Future Leaders program, which provides year-long training…

FHCA Applauds Florida Legislature for Significant Medicaid Funding Increase in State Budget

Posted on: Jun 16, 2025

FHCA applauded the Florida Legislature for providing a significant Medicaid funding increase that will help nursing centers remain focused on being the gold standard in high-quality long term care. The state FY 2025-2026 budget approved by lawmakers to close out the 2025 legislative session includes a $246.7 million increase in Medicaid funding for nursing center care.

FHCA Launches New Hurricane Webpage to Keep Residents, Families and Emergency Partners Informed on Long Term Care Emergency Preparedness

Posted on: Jun 06, 2025

To help keep residents and their families informed during hurricane season, the Florida Health Care Association (FHCA) today announced the launch of its new hurricane preparedness webpage. The webpage details the year-round proactive efforts of FHCA’s member centers and features a detailed timeline of long term care centers’ preparation, response, and recovery efforts.

FHCA Recognizes 41 Nursing Centers for Earning Bronze National Quality Award

Posted on: Jun 01, 2025

The American Health Care Association and National Center for Assisted Living (AHCA/NCAL) has announced the long term care centers receiving the 2025 Bronze – Commitment to Quality Award. Florida Health Care Association is proud to recognize 41 skilled nursing centers that have earned this achievement. “Florida’s nursing centers are committed to being the gold standard in quality care, and this…

FHCA Honors Top Nurses in Florida as Recipients of 2025 Excellence in Long Term Care Nursing Awards

Posted on: Jun 01, 2025

FHCA today honored the top long term care nurses in the state of Florida 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…

FHCA Announces Fort Walton Rehabilitation Center as Winner of 2025 Long Term Care Photo Contest

Posted on: May 12, 2025

In conjunction with National Skilled Nursing Care Week, the Florida Health Care Association (FHCA) has announced that Fort Walton Rehabilitation Center is the first-place winner of FHCA’s 2025 Long Term Care Photo Contest. The annual contest, which drew over 200 entries from across the state, celebrated the theme “Inspiring Moments” to highlight everyday acts of compassion and connection within Florida’s…

Florida Legislature Passes Emily Adkins Family Protection Act

Posted on: Apr 28, 2025

The Florida Legislature has officially passed the Emily Adkins Family Protection Act, a bipartisan bill that aims to improve emergency care protocols, training, and patient screening for life-threatening blood clots such as pulmonary embolisms. The first-in-the-nation legislation, passed by both the Florida House and Senate, now heads to Governor Ron DeSantis’s desk. FHCA is proud to honor Emily’s memory through…

FHCA Celebrates Recognition of CEO Emmett Reed as One of Florida’s Most Impactful Leaders

Posted on: Apr 16, 2025

FHCA is proud to celebrate CEO Emmett Reed, who has been named to the inaugural 50 Over 50 list produced by the News Service of Florida. This honor recognizes influential Floridians over age 50 who shape the future of the state through leadership, service, and impact. Recipients represent an esteemed list of leaders in health care, business, policy, education, and…

Florida Health Care Association Applauds Senate Passage of SB 170, Legislation Strengthening Long Term Care

Posted on: Apr 09, 2025

The Florida Health Care Association today commended the Florida Senate for passing SB 170, Quality of Care in Nursing Homes, a vital piece of legislation that reinforces the state’s commitment to providing exceptional care for its aging population.

Florida Health Care Association Thanks Lawmakers for Supporting Quality Long Term Care

Posted on: Mar 26, 2025

The Florida Health Care Association today applauded the approval of SB 170, Quality of Care in Nursing Homes, by the Florida Senate Appropriations Committee on Health and Human Services. “Senate Bill 170 is another step in ensuring that Florida remains the gold standard for long term care.”