Given the number of Section 202 communities with PRACs that requested larger rent increases to prepare for recapitalization in FY 2019, HUD plans to develop new guidance for HUD staff to evaluate these requests and prioritize those properties with the greatest need.

Long term care and senior services providers can help to ensure that the people they serve are counted in the 2020 Census so that New York secures a fair share of federal funding and representation in Washington. Nursing homes and assisted living facilities will be contacted by the Census Bureau in January and February about their roles in supporting the Census.

Summaries of accomplishments during 2019 at the state and national level.

Join the next Capitol Hill Insights Call on Thurs., Jan. 23^rd to get the latest updates from LeadingAge experts on aging services policy in Congress.

In a virtual press conference held on Jan. 13^th, LeadingAge NY offered a series of recommendations to state officials in the hopes of helping address a growing problem that impacts everyone from baby boomers to state budget makers.

As a result of recent events involving the United States and Iran and the threat of retaliation (potentially cyber-based) by Iran, DOH is urging health care providers and local health departments to exercise increased vigilance for potential cyber events.