Posted on: Mar 07, 2022
FHCA today thanked the Florida Legislature for passing HB 1239, which will modernize nursing center staffing so residents can receive more of the specialized care they need. The legislation would allow the work of highly-trained specialists to be added to the activities of other long term facility staff in meeting staffing standards.
Posted on: Mar 01, 2022
FHCA is grateful to Senators Passidomo and Albritton for their leadership on this commonsense legislation, which will strengthen providers’ ability to meet the unique care needs of Florida’s aging seniors and individuals with disabilities. This legislation reflects the commitment of state leaders to support Florida’s nursing centers as they continue working to overcome historic staffing challenges.
Posted on: Feb 23, 2022
“House Bill 1239 would allow skilled specialists to work alongside Certified Nursing Assistants in providing top-of-the-line, individualized care for our residents,” said CEO Emmett Reed. “FHCA is grateful that the Legislature recognizes how resident needs have changed since standards were last updated 20 years ago, and hopes lawmakers will continue to support efforts to prioritize personalized care.
Posted on: Feb 16, 2022
FHCA today thanked the Florida House of Representatives for providing much-needed funding for centers to make investments in their staff and the residents entrusted to their care. Through these important proposals, the House has shown its commitment to giving today’s health care workers the opportunity to thrive and grow while building up opportunities for the next generation of caregivers.
Posted on: Feb 10, 2022
FHCA applauds the House for passing SB 7014 and sending it to the governor. The legislation will provide health care workers with necessary protections by extending COVID-19 liability measures originally passed last year to help long term care centers address the pandemic and focus their resources on resident care.
Posted on: Feb 09, 2022
FHCA today praised Senator Albritton and the Senate Health Policy Committee for passing SB 804, a measure aimed at modernizing Florida’s nursing center staffing requirements to ensure comprehensive, holistic care for residents.
Posted on: Feb 08, 2022
FHCA today applauded the House Finance & Facilities Subcommittee for advancing HB 1239, which modernizes the staffing standards in Florida’s nursing centers to enhance care for residents. Staffing requirements established years ago no longer meet today’s circumstances, and we appreciate Rep. Melo and members of the Committee for recognizing that it’s time for the standards to be modernized,” said FHCA…
Posted on: Feb 03, 2022
Today, the Florida House of Representatives released its 2022-2023 proposed budget recommendations, including an increase to Medicaid funding for nursing center care. Florida Health Care Association issued a statement thanking House members for understanding the need to invest in our state’s nursing centers to help them build a stronger workforce.
Posted on: Feb 02, 2022
FHCA today praised the Florida Senate for recognizing the importance of properly funding the state’s nursing centers. The Senate included a 10% increase ($375 million) to Medicaid funding for nursing center care in its preliminary budget as lawmakers move to formally adopt a spending plan for the 2022-2023 fiscal year.
Posted on: Jan 13, 2022
FHCA has always encouraged our members to continue working toward vaccinating as many residents and staff as possible. However, long term care is experiencing a historic labor crisis. We are extremely concerned that the court’s decision to allow the CMS mandate to go forward will cause nursing homes to lose even more staff at a time when we are grappling…
Posted on: Jan 10, 2022
The Florida Health Care Association (FHCA) today released its priorities for the legislative session that begins tomorrow, with a focus on ensuring that Florida’s elders have access to high-quality care. As the state’s nursing centers continue their fight against COVID-19 amid staffing and financial challenges, FHCA is advocating for solutions that will help facilities continue to meet the needs of…
Posted on: Dec 09, 2021
FHCA appreciates Governor DeSantis for recognizing the need to increase Medicaid funding for Florida’s nursing center residents. Meaningful investments in our state’s nursing centers will help address the workforce challenges that providers are facing. The Governor’s recommended budget is an important first step toward ensuring these care centers have the resources needed to be competitive employers and offer higher wages…
