Policymakers, nursing home providers, health plans, and other interested organizations can use the below tools and case studies to support improved nursing home quality.
What to Know About Nursing Home Staffing Minimums: Implications of New Federal Rules
Breaks down CMS’ new nursing staffing requirements, including how states will need to respond. And highlights research findings that are important for policymakers to understand related to nursing home staffing.
Turning Nursing Homes into True Homes: The Household Model
Profiles the Household Model, which creates home-like environments for nursing home residents to offer greater dignity, autonomy, and infection control, as well as establishes closer, more family-type relationships between residents and staff.
State Opportunities to Build on New Federal Regulations to Increase Nursing Home Transparency
Describes a new federal rule released in November 2023 to increase transparency in nursing home operations.
Long-Term Care Equality Index 2023
The Long-Term Care Equality Index advocates for LGBTQ+ inclusive policies and procedures in long-term care settings.
The Traditional Financing Source That Can Help Close Gaps in Nursing Home Innovation
Policy recommendations to incentivize the adoption of innovative nursing home models through HUD loans.
Age-Friendly Health Systems: Guide to Care of Older Adults in Nursing Homes and Companion Workbook for Nursing Home Teams
A comprehensive guide and companion workbook offer step- by- step guidance on implementing the 4Ms Framework in age-friendly nursing home care.
Evidence to Inform Policy and Practice: Mechanisms to Address Racial/Ethnic Disparities in Nursing Home Quality of Life
Racial disparities in long-term care facilities impact quality of life for residents who are Black, Indigenous, or other persons of color.
Empowered Direct Care Worker: Lessons from the Green House Staffing Model
Green House model results in improved outcomes for staff and residents compared to traditional nursing home model.
