Friends of Residents in Long Term Care

Dem bill would revive #nursinghome staff minimums. Ron Wyden of Oregon would require nursing homes to have a registered nurse on site 24/7. Each resident would also get at least three and a half hours of nursing care per day, @friendsterm axios.com/2026/02/12/sen…

#CMS seeks plans for incentives, such as loan repayment and stipends, to RNs and LPNs who work in a #nursinghome or oversight agency. CMS has repealed the provision of its 2024 minimum staffing rule for long-term care facilities. @friendsterm beckershospitalreview.com/post-acute/cms…

There are over 2 million family caregivers in NC who need more support. NC braces for a boom in seniors hpenews.com/archives/nc-br… @aarpnctriad @NcAging @ncdhhs @HPE_News

Study: Likely due to staffing shortages, US #nursinghome capacity has declined—by 15% or more in some cases—since the COVID-19 pandemic began, potentially narrowing access to #longtermcare and complicating #hospital releases. @friendsterm @nchospitals cidrap.umn.edu/covid-19/dimin…

TY @NC_Governor for recognizing the needs of 2.28 million North Carolina caregivers during November's National Family Caregivers Month states.aarp.org/north-carolina… @AARPadvocates @NCHealthNews @NCCapitol @RaleighReporter

The #caregiving industry is already experiencing a workforce shortage. The decline in the birth rate may reshape how we think about caring for the oldest Americans. @friendsterm npr.org/2025/11/02/nx-…

"Caregiving in the US 2025; Caring Across States" shows there are 2.38 million family caregivers in North Carolina alone. They represent 27 percent of the state’s adult population. Learn more >> spr.ly/60127Dclp @NcAging @AARPadvocates @NCHealthNews @ncdhhs

Advocates warn that new cuts to #Medicaid reimbursement rates of 3% to 10% could deepen an existing nursing shortage, forcing families to go without full coverage and pushing some patients into institutions. @friendsterm newsobserver.com/news/local/art…

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When it comes to making North Carolina a great place for all ages, the state has a plan. Learn more this week on "AARP Without Limits." @NCDHHS @NcAging @NCSICoalition @FriendsTerm @NCHealthNews @WPTF @MikeOlender #ncga

This October, celebrate and protect the dignity and rights of every resident of a long-term care facility. Your voice matters! #ResidentsRightsMonth #StandwithMe #StopElderAbuse

Joining Our Voices: Oct. 28-30, unites health professionals, providers, caregivers & advocates in conversation to share experiences, innovations, & opportunities for the future of NC’s serious illness care. More at: ncsicoalition.org/joining-our-vo… @NCHealthNews @NcAging @NCIOM @ncdhhs

The 2025 edition of the Staying Engaged enrichment booklet has activities for residents of long-term care facilities to keep mentally engaged, prompt self-reflection, and be reminded of the importance of advocating for your rights. Download for free: theconsumervoice.org/wp-content/upl…

Residents of nursing homes have rights that are guaranteed by the federal Nursing Home Reform Law. Learn more in our newly redesigned fact sheets: theconsumervoice.org/wp-content/upl…

North Carolina’s dreaded Medicaid cuts are here "Kay Castillo, executive director of the nonprofit @FriendsTerm, said the cuts will be 'devastating to aging as a whole.'" ncnewsline.com/2025/10/02/nor…

October is Residents' Rights Month! Check out resources and ideas to celebrate from The @ConsumerVoices. theconsumervoice.org/2025-residents… #ResidentsRightsMonth #StandwithMe

AARP developed this family #caregiver guide with you, the caregiver, in mind and as a starting point to help you find the services and support you might need throughout your journey. states.aarp.org/north-carolina… @NcAging @NCHealthNews @NCSICoalition @FriendsTerm

Do you have a friend or loved one in a assisted living facility or nursing home? If so, know that with Friends of Residents, you have a "friend" when it comes to ensuring quality care. Learn more about what they do by watching the virtual gala on October 22. @FriendsTerm @NCAging

NCians 65 and older no longer need a prescription for a #COVID booster. NC state health director issues standing orders that ease access barriers to COVID #vaccines for many residents. northcarolinahealthnews.org/2025/09/12/cov… via @NCHealthNews