The CDC will host a webinar on Jan. 27^th that will “provide the latest information on how to prevent and respond to respiratory infections and outbreaks in LTC facilities, including how to recognize a sick resident, considerations for testing, treatment, and vaccination, and infection prevention and control measures.” The agency also continues to update resources on respiratory infections that will be helpful for nursing homes and other providers in addressing flu, COVID, and RSV outbreaks this winter.

Bimonthly newsletter highlights variety of useful resources and trainings.

NYC nursing home and ACF providers must review, update, and attest to the validity of their data in the CAS and FEPA.

This afternoon, Governor Hochul presented her SFY 2026-27 Executive Budget Proposal, releasing the budget briefing book entitled “Your Family. Your Future. My Fight” along with accompanying budget bills. LeadingAge NY provides a high-level summary of the proposals relevant for members as we understand them so far.

CMS has released the State Performance Standards System Guidance by which State Survey Agency performance will be measured in FY 2026.

Register for Feb. 4^th webcast with Christine Tebaldi of Boston’s McLean Hospital and Mass General Brigham Behavioral and Mental Health.