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PHCA Introduces New Look and Updated Website
After nearly ten years, PHCA will have a new logo and defining colors, but the updated brand doesn’t stray too far from its roots. Long-term care is a keystone within the Pennsylvania health care continuum – a reason why the […]
November 19, 2024
PHCA Honors Pennsylvania Long-Term Care Rising Stars
HARRISBURG, Pa (Nov. 14, 2024) –– The Pennsylvania Health Care Association (PHCA) inducted its inaugural class of long-term care professionals into its Rising Stars program. Thirteen long-term care employees were identified and nominated by their peers as emerging leaders within […]
November 15, 2024
Country Meadows’ President/CEO Mills Named to NCAL Board of Directors
Country Meadows Retirement Communities’ President/CEO Meredith Mills has been elected as an at-large representative on the Board of Directors for the National Center for Assisted Living. Meredith also serves as a member of the Pennsylvania Health Care Association Board.
October 30, 2024
Increasing nursing home closures in Pa. affect access to and quality of care
A nursing home closure ripples through a community. Families that chose a home based on its location or service might have to drive farther or settle for a facility with lesser appeal. Caregivers must find new employers. Residents have to […]
October 15, 2024
Pennsylvania to Introduce New CMA Position in Nursing Facilities
Harrisburg, Pa. (Oct. 8, 2024) — The Pennsylvania legislature is sending new workforce legislation, proposed by the Pennsylvania Health Care Association, to Governor Josh Shapiro’s desk after a nearly two-year advocacy campaign. Once signed, the new law will establish the […]
October 8, 2024
PHCA Honors Remarkable Pennsylvania Health Care Workers Who Embody the Spirit of Caregiving
HARRISBURG, Pa (Sept. 24, 2024) –– The Pennsylvania Health Care Association (PHCA) celebrates four remarkable caregivers who go above and beyond their daily duties to care for their residents and support their team members. During the association’s annual convention, PHCA […]
September 25, 2024
Long-term care sees prioritization, increased funding in 2024-2025 Pennsylvania state budget
HARRISBURG, Pa (July 11, 2024) — The Pennsylvania Health Care Association –– a statewide advocacy organization representing Pennsylvania’s most vulnerable residents and their providers of care –– has issued the following statement in response to the announcement of a budget […]
July 11, 2024
More than 100 long-term care providers rally for support, share concerns about sustaining operations and care demands
HARRISBURG, Pa (July 11, 2024) –– The Pennsylvania Health Care Association (PHCA) held a rally at the state Capitol today where more than 100 long-term care providers from across the state attended, echoing their concerns over the sustainability of senior […]
June 11, 2024
Access to Senior Care Continues Troubling Trend as Providers Plan to Close or Sell More Facilities
Harrisburg, PA (June 3, 2024) — In a new survey conducted by the Pennsylvania Health Care Association (PHCA) of nursing facility members, nearly 50 percent of participating owners/operators revealed they have plans to close or sell one or more nursing […]
June 3, 2024
Shortsighted, Misguided Federal Staffing Mandate Final Rule Will Fuel Access to Care Crisis
HARRISBURG, PA (April 22, 2024) –– The Pennsylvania Health Care Association (PHCA) has released the following statement in response to the Biden administration’s final rule for a national nursing facility staffing mandate. The following response can be attributed to Zach […]
April 22, 2024