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AHCA/NCAL Nation Quality Awards (SNF/AL)

Are you ready to be recognized for your remarkable achievements in long-term care? AHCA/NCAL’s Quality Award Portal is now open to submit your Intent to Apply (ITA) before November 13, 2025. Submitting the ITA will help AHCA/NCAL determine the approximate number of applicants, and it also affords applicants resources in the application process. Applicants who submit an ITA will receive a discount for the application fee and have access education materials.

2025 Program Dates:

  • 2026 application cycle began July 15, 2025.
  • Intent to Apply and Portal opened July 31, 2025.
  • Intent to Apply deadline is November 13, 2025.
  •  2026 Application deadline is January 22, 2026.

Need Inspiration? Check out AHCA/NCAL’s Quality Award Stories website for inspiring stories of providers’ successful commitment to excellence.