Values of Membership

The New York State Health Facilities Association/New York State Center for Assisted Living (NYSHFA | NYSCAL) is a member-driven association of providers of long-term care services, caring for individuals of all ages in proprietary, not-for-profit, and government-sponsored skilled nursing, post-acute, rehab, adult care and assisted living communities across the state of New York.

NYSHFA | NYSCAL is dedicated to assisting its members in achieving excellence through leadership, professional development, and active involvement in the shaping of public policy. Through communication, education, and collaboration, NYSHFA | NYSCAL will position its members to be recognized by government, health care community, and general public as industry experts in quality long-term care services in New York State.

NYSHFA | NYSCAL is the New York affiliate of the American Health Care Association and the ​National Center for Assisted Living (AHCA/NCAL) and is the largest association in the United States representing long-term and post-acute care providers, with more than 14,000 member facilities. Our diverse membership includes non-profit and proprietary skilled nursing centers, assisted living communities, sub-acute centers, and homes for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. By delivering solutions for quality care, AHCA/NCAL aims to improve the lives of the millions of frail, elderly, and individuals with disabilities who receive long-term or post-acute care in our member facilities each day.

AHCA/NCAL represents the long-term care community to the nation at large –to government, business leaders, and the general public. AHCA/NCAL serves as a force for change, providing information, education, and administrative tools that enhance quality at every level. As part of our extensive portfolio of member services, AHCA/NCAL maintains legislative, regulatory, and public affairs. Our dedicated staff works both internally and externally to assist member providers, the government, and the general public. You will also enjoy substantial member discounts at NCAL’s Online Bookstore, which features the latest in cutting-edge staff training programs in senior care. Check out our publications at https://www.ncal.org. Our affiliates, and member providers advocate for individuals who –because of social needs, disability, trauma or illness–require services provided in a long-term or assisted living setting. We continue to advocate for the vitality of our providers.

Skilled Nursing Membership Benefits

Legislative Affairs/Regulatory
The Association employs a full-time lobbyist/lawyer providing dedicated representation at the state and national level, addressing legislative and regulatory issues facing the adult care/assisted living industry in New York. We are known for working collaboratively with other associations and the NYS Department of Health to achieve a superior legislative platform for the betterment of the profession and the residents we serve.

Education and Professional Development
Through statewide educational seminars, members have the opportunity to network and share ideas at regional meetings, committee roundtables, our annual conference and trade show; and, our Fall conference.

Members attend at special discounted rates.

Through our Foundation for Quality Care (FQC), we provide grant-funded training to Administrators, Nurses, Case Managers, Social Workers, Activity Directors, and other direct-line staff. Grant-funded programs also provide Quality Improvement and research demonstration projects for the Skilled Nursing Facility and Assisted Living industry statewide.

Webinars conducted throughout the year offer CEUs to ACF Administrators, Nurses, Case Managers/Social Workers, and Activity Directors. All CEUs for owners and administrators are approved through the National Association of Long-Term Care Administrator Boards.

Clinical, Quality, and Operational Support
The Association offers professional resources (supported by two Master-Prepared Registered Nurses) for clinical, quality, operational, regulatory, and survey issues, while providing input and advice to the New York State Department of Health on policy and directives.

Reimbursement and Financial Services
Monitors and interprets the financial impact to members of all State and Federal reimbursement matters, while advocating on matters such as Medicaid, managed long-term care, ALP rates, HCBS Rule, and other fiscal issues.

Communications and Public Relations
Members receive professional publications, media alerts, and weekly e-newsletters that provide timely Department of Health updates and other information pertinent to assisted living and skilled nursing providers. Recognition award programs and scholarships are available for member employees, volunteers and residents.

Assisted Living Membership Benefits

Legislative Affairs/Regulatory
Members receive experienced and dedicated representation at the state and national level, addressing legislative and regulatory issues facing the adult care/assisted living industry in New York and across the country.

Education and Professional Development
Through several statewide educational seminars, conferences, webinars, and audio conferences, NYSCAL members are afforded numerous opportunities for professional development and networking with peers from across New York State. Training provided on the State mandated Electronic Health Commerce System (HCS) and other emergency preparedness-related topics.  All NYSCAL educational programs are offered at discounted rates for members.

Clinical, Quality, and Operational Support
NYSCAL offers professional resources for clinical, quality, operational, regulatory, and survey issues while providing input and advice to the New York State Department of Health on policy and directives.

Reimbursement and Financial Services
NYSCAL monitors and interprets the financial impact to NYSCAL members of all State and Federal reimbursement matters, while advocating on matters such as EQUAL Funding, Medicaid, ALP and SSI rates, Criminal History Record Check (CHRC) reimbursement, and other fiscal issues.

Communication and Public Relations
NYSCAL members receive professional publications and weekly e-newsletters that provide timely Department of Health updates and other information pertinent to adult and assisted living providers.  Recognition award programs and scholarships are available for member employees, volunteers and residents.

Members are equipped with tools to provide quality care and service because they:

  • have a state and national affiliate
  • know how to comply with state and federal regulations
  • receive ongoing HCS/DOH technical assistance on specific issues of importance
  • enjoy networking opportunities with peers
  • have the opportunity to serve on NYSHFA | NYSCAL committees that provide direction and leadership for the association and the profession
  • are able to identify long-range trends impacting their residence
  • have data and information to assist them in decision-making
  • have the ability to explore innovative care delivery models

Additional Benefits and Services

  • ALP –Assisted Living Program Resource Guide and Reimbursement Guidance
  • Group Purchasing Opportunities
  • OSHA Compliance
  • Risk Management
  • Lobbyist –on staff
  • Medicaid Reimbursement Specialist on staff
  • Emergency Preparedness Support and a webpage dedicated to emergency preparedness
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • CDC Guidelines
  • Trend Tracker Assisted Living Staff Turnover and Retention Database

ANNUAL EVENTS

  • NYSHFA | NYSCAL Annual Conference
  • NYSHFA | NYSCAL Fall Conference
  • Nurse Leadership Conference
  • Case Manager/Social Worker and Activity Director Conference
  • Emergency Preparedness Conference
  • AHCA/NCAL Leadership Conference