Welcome to the Rhode Island Health Care Association
The Rhode Island Health Care Association (RIHCA) is the leading voice for Rhode Island’s skilled nursing and long-term care community. Representing more than 80% of the state’s nursing facilities, RIHCA is committed to advancing quality care through advocacy, education, collaboration, and innovation.
As the Rhode Island affiliate of the American Health Care Association (AHCA), we work alongside our members to navigate an ever-changing healthcare environment while promoting excellence in resident care. We serve as a trusted resource for providers, connecting them with education, regulatory guidance, workforce development opportunities, quality improvement initiatives, and a strong network of industry partners.
Our mission is to support our members in delivering compassionate, person-centered care while advocating for policies that strengthen Rhode Island’s long-term care community. Together, we are building a future where quality, collaboration, and innovation ensure the best possible outcomes for those we serve.
Whether you are a member, healthcare professional, policymaker, business partner, resident, or family member, we invite you to explore our resources and learn how RIHCA is working to shape the future of long-term care in Rhode Island.
Find Quality Care
RIHCA Member Facilities are dedicated to providing compassionate, person-centered care to Rhode Islanders in need of skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and long-term care services.
Use our directory to explore facilities across the state and find the one that’s right for you or your loved one.
Search our Member Facility Directory today.
Connect with a RIHCA Partner in Quality
RIHCA Associate Business Members are businesses dedicated to supporting skilled nursing and long-term care providers throughout Rhode Island. Explore our directory to discover trusted companies offering innovative products, professional services, and industry expertise to help your organization succeed.
Find the right partner for your organization’s needs today.
Join Rhode Island’s Leading Long-Term Care Community
Become part of a network dedicated to advancing quality, advocacy, education, and innovation in long-term care. RIHCA members gain access to expert resources, industry-leading education, advocacy at the state and federal levels, networking opportunities, and a community committed to excellence in resident care.
Join today and strengthen your voice in shaping the future of long-term care in Rhode Island.
Upcoming Events
Latest News
- Prior Authorization Bill Passed by the House Ways & Means CommitteeThe Improving Seniors’ Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514) has advanced out of the House Ways and Means Committee with bipartisan support. The legislation is designed to improve the prior authorization process for Medicare Advantage beneficiaries by reducing delays and increasing transparency. If enacted, the bill would: AHCA/NCAL has endorsed the legislation, noting that… Read more: Prior Authorization Bill Passed by the House Ways & Means Committee
- AHCA/NCAL Members Gather In DC To Urge Lawmakers To Address Medicare Advantage Reform, Other Top Policy PrioritiesSkilled Nursing News (6/5, Stulick) reports that nearly 700 AHCA/NCAL members will gather on Monday for the organization’s Congressional Briefing event in Washington, DC, as the nursing home representatives urge “federal lawmakers to take action on Medicare Advantage reform and other top policy priorities for the sector.” AHCA/NCAL President CEO Clif Porter said local perspectives delivered… Read more: AHCA/NCAL Members Gather In DC To Urge Lawmakers To Address Medicare Advantage Reform, Other Top Policy Priorities
