ADVOCACY IN THE TIME OF COVID-19

SUPPORT LONG TERM CARE WORKERS

The Rhode Island Health Care Association called upon the State of Rhode Island to provide support to long term care facilities and their workforce throughout the COVID-19 Pandemic.  RIHCA has successfully advocated for an additional funds for every staff member working in nursing homes during the COVID-19 crisis, Hazard Pay for workers, National Guard Support, efficient testing in nursing homes for residents and workers to prevent the spread of the virus,