Normal visitation in long term care facilities ended in March 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Limited visitation, with testing, is now occurring in most facilities throughout the State. This link to useful resources is a handy reference to utilize when visiting friends and family in long term care facilities.

As the COVID-19 outbreak evolves, the Consumer Voice will continue to update this page with the latest policy announcements, resources, tools, and tips to assist both advocates and family members.

Information on COVID-19 reported by nursing homes to the CDC’s National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN) COVID-19 Long Term Care Facility Module.

On Dec. 21, 2020, Congress announced a new round of economic impact payments (also called stimulus checks or IRS payments). Most nursing home residents will be eligible to receive the full payment of $600. Here’s what residents, their family, and advocates need to know.

On Dec. 21, 2020, Congress announced a new round of economic impact payments (also called stimulus checks or IRS payments). Many Adult Care Facility (also called Assisted Living) residents will be eligible to receive the full payment of $600. Here’s what residents, their families, and advocates need to know.

Under recent COVID-19 legislation, most nursing facility residents are receiving stimulus payments of up to $1,200. The Internal Revenue Service will issue these payments in the same way that you receive your Social Security benefit (direct deposit or a paper check by mail).

No New Yorker will be left behind. This is the official resource for the COVID-19 vaccination program in New York State.