Providers should review the DAL and its attachments.

CHHA and hospice provider webinars are scheduled for Jan. 22^nd.

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

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.

Changes will likely come for providers participating in the Child and Adult Care Food Program.

The removal of agency guidance creates confusion for housing providers looking for direction on complying with the Fair Housing Act and reduces protections for older adults experiencing housing discrimination.