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Florida’s Medicaid Fraud Crackdown: Could the Savings Help Fund Long-Term Care?
Florida is reporting significant results from its efforts to combat Medicaid fraud, waste, and abuse. On October 6, 2026, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the results

YOUR RESIDENT SAYS, “I DON’T WANT A SHOWER TODAY.” NOW WHAT?
YOUR RESIDENT SAYS, “I DON’T WANT A SHOWER TODAY.” NOW WHAT? Resident Rights Don’t Disappear Just Because Someone Lives in an ALF It’s shower day.
THE FAMILY SAYS, “DON’T SEND THEM TO THE HOSPITAL.” NOW WHAT?
THE FAMILY SAYS, “DON’T SEND THEM TO THE HOSPITAL.” NOW WHAT? When Your ALF Believes a Resident Needs Medical Evaluation, a Family Objection Doesn’t Make

AHCA UPDATED ITS ASSISTED LIVING FACILITY ASPEN REGULATION SET — HERE’S WHAT ACTUALLY CHANGED
AHCA UPDATED ITS ASSISTED LIVING FACILITY ASPEN REGULATION SET — HERE’S WHAT ACTUALLY CHANGED AHCA has updated its Assisted Living Facility ASPEN Regulation Set. The

THE DNRO RULE IS FINAL. IS YOUR ALF READY FOR SEPTEMBER 17?
THE DNRO RULE IS FINAL. IS YOUR ALF READY FOR SEPTEMBER 17? AHCA’s Amendment to Rule 59A-36.009 Takes Effect September 17, 2026 For the past

THE RESIDENT’S CONDITION CHANGED. WHO WAS SUPPOSED TO TELL THE HEALTHCARE PROVIDER
THE RESIDENT’S CONDITION CHANGED. WHO WAS SUPPOSED TO TELL THE HEALTHCARE PROVIDER? Florida ALF Requirements for Notification and Documentation of Significant Changes Your caregiver comes