LeadingAge NY supports this legislation which would streamline the licensure process for the Program of All Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE).

LeadingAge NY opposes this legislation, which would repeal the existing “independent assessor” provisions Social Services Law §365-a(10) and replace the existing provisions with a new requirement to contract with an independent assessor that would both conduct assessments and develop person-centered service plans. We support the repeal of the expanded independent assessor provisions at SSL §365-a(10).  

LeadingAge New York opposes this legislation which would enable the DOH to establish publicly reported quality standards for Assisted Living Residences (ALRs), Enhanced Assisted Living Residences (EALRs), and Special Needs Assisted Living Residences (SNALRs), and requires that these quality measures be reported annually. 

LeadingAge New York supports the repeal of Section 3605-c of the Public Health Law which requires Licensed Home Care Services Agencies (LHCSAs) in the State to undergo a Request for Offers (RFO) process to provide Medicaid home care services.?

LeadingAge NY has concerns about this bill, which would require the Department of Health to post on the Department’s website the results of any inspection conducted in a nursing home within 30 days.

LeadingAge NY voices concerns about this bill, which would establish a base wage rate for home care workers at 150% of the current minimum wage or other set minimum rate, and directs the commissioner of health to set regional minimum rates of reimbursement for home care aides under Medicaid and managed care plans.

LeadingAge NY opposes this legislation, which amends the Public Health Law to impose minimum daily hours requirements for nurses and certified nurse aides in nursing homes.  

This bill amends provisions of law enacted through Chapter 89 of 2021. LeadingAge New York’s members share the concerns the underlying legislation seeks to address. However, we have additional concerns regarding this bill's provision for the adoption of regulations on an emergency basis without the opportunity for public input and comment.