A Message from the President & CEO Mark Parkinson (SNF/AL)

Advancing CDC Guidance Reliefs

Just last week in my email update to you, I shared that I’ve heard from countless members that the continued PPE and other related requirements for our facilities don’t make sense. It is time to update the CDC guidance on PPE, screening, testing, and quarantine for the benefit of our residents and their quality of life and to help our staff.

When I asked for your help to get this guidance changed, you responded. We have seen countless emails sent by our members to the CDC and CMS. You’ve shared the challenges that the current guidance is creating for your staff and how it is affecting the health and well-being of your residents.

Our team at AHCA/NCAL has been elevating your concerns in the media as well. 

• Extend the PHE While Updating COVID Protocols, Nursing Home Advocates Urge Feds
• Senior Living Advocates call for HHS to Evolve Its COVID-19 Guidance
• Major Nursing Home Association Urges COVID Emergency Extension, Revised Guidance

To read the full message, click HERE.