Alabama Nursing Home Association

12/23/2025

Become a Certified Nursing Assistant at Bibb Medical Center!

There's only a short window left to apply. Visit www.bibbmed.com/education to learn more.

12/23/2025

Funny pic. Seems like the staff at Cherokee County Health & Rehabilitation Center keep their residents entertained!

"I know I
sound like a
broken record
but we are
buddies,
you're my
best friend,
that's it."
~ BUDDY

12/19/2025

Our ANHA tree is shining thanks to Self Health Care Rehab Lodges in Hueytown for the mixed media Xmas tree ornament and Magnolia Haven Health & Rehab in Tuskegee for their selection of wooden ornaments.

Drop a ❤️ to thank these communities for spreading so much holiday cheer with their ornaments!

12/18/2025

Many healthcare workers would like to move up to become registered nurses, but costs of the degree stop them. New apprenticeship programs are offering paid hands-on training while these workers pursue the RN degree.

12/18/2025

Infection prevention is a critical part of protecting residents and staff in Alabama’s long-term care communities.

Through a partnership with the Alabama Department of Public Health, ANHA’s Infection Prevention & Control team provides education, outreach, and support to help facilities stay prepared and informed.

Learn more about how this work is strengthening long-term care across the state:
🔗 https://anha.pulse.ly/dts65hm7ro

12/17/2025

Our members and their residents continue to impress us with their hand-made ornaments!

Traylor Health, in Roanoke, sent a reindeer-themed ornament, with each reindeer designed using the fingerprint of a different resident. Thank you to Keith, Randy, Bruce, Barbara, Carolyn, Judy, Sue, Jerry, Dorris, Bernice, Ruthie, Enita, Brenda, Sunny and Betty!

Health Care Inc. in Ashville also sent a "snowman scene within a snowman" ornament for our tree!

Thank you for making our ANHA tree special and resident-focused!

12/15/2025

We love seeing the next generation of healthcare professionals succeed. All second-semester HOSA Internship students recently passed the national Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) exam — a 100% pass rate! 🎉

Several of these students will soon begin working as CNAs, strengthening the healthcare workforce and making a real difference for patients and residents across our communities. Way to go!

HOSA Internship students from the second semester recently sat for the national Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) examination, with 100% of students successfully passing! Several of these students will soon begin working as Certified Nursing Assistants.

First row: Ralyn Irwin, Jocelin Rodriguez, Harper McRee
Second row: Jayla Caddell, Te’Niya Cash, Charity Woods
Third row: Tira Hood, Bella Church, Taylor Sh*te, Lauren Jones
Fourth row: Tommy Ponder-Snipes, Kylee Thrasher, Olivia Eaton, Aliyah Conner
Not pictured: Alyssa Mullins, Alora Hobson

12/12/2025

This beautiful ornament now hangs on the ANHA Christmas tree thanks to Jacquelyn Cruse, an 85-year-old resident of Hatley Health Care, Inc. in Clanton. Jacquelyn crochets, knits and sews daily - and after hearing about our call for resident-made ornaments - made this especially for us. Thank you!

There are still a few days left to send ornaments. Deadline is December 16. Looking forward to seeing more!

12/11/2025

T-minus two weeks until Christmas! If you're looking to spread some holiday cheer, consider buying gifts for residents at area nursing homes and assisted living facilities. See the post below for more details!

Some advice never goes out of style. 💚

Last year, we shared our favorite Christmas gift ideas for nursing home and assisted living residents — and they’re just as meaningful this holiday season! 🎁✨

Check out the list for thoughtful ways to make someone’s day brighter:
👉 https://anha.pulse.ly/j9ocyslrrj

12/09/2025

Our first batch of resident-made ornaments has arrived! 🎉💙

A huge thank-you to for kicking off this year’s ANHA Christmas tree with such creativity and heart.

We can’t wait to see more ornaments from communities across Alabama!

12/08/2025

Alabama providers - The National Quality Award application deadline is January 22, 2026, at 8 PM ET! Don’t miss your chance to highlight your team’s commitment to quality and continuous
improvement.

Submit your application before the deadline! https://ahcancal.pulse.ly/gxv2k5pkrf

12/04/2025

It’s National Influenza Vaccination Week!

As respiratory illnesses rise during fall and winter, it’s more important than ever to protect those who live and work in long-term care. A simple step—getting this season’s flu vaccine—can significantly reduce the risk of illness and help keep residents healthy, active, and enjoying the moments that matter most.

Let’s work together to safeguard our communities. 💙
Learn more at https://getvaccinated.pulse.ly/wnyvy5rolv