Overview

• U.S. nursing homes continue to face severe staffing shortages and poor infection control measures post-pandemic.
• The report highlights a critical need for increased federal and state reimbursements to cover the full cost of care.
• Innovative solutions like hiring bonuses, free meals, and licensing waivers have been used to retain staff.
• Only 38% of residents and 15% of staff are up-to-date on COVID-19 booster vaccinations.
• Experts call for a fundamental change in how the country cares for its aging population.