LeadingAge PA renews call for Gov. Wolf to provide financial assistance to nursing homes

MECHANICSBURG, Pa. (April 30, 2020) - Adam Marles, president and CEO of LeadingAge PA, the voice for nonprofit senior care in Pennsylvania, today renewed his call for Governor Tom Wolf to provide $290 million to support the commonwealth's nursing homes as they continue to be the epicenter of Pennsylvania's battle against the coronavirus pandemic. Today, Gov. Wolf announced $324 million has been awarded to 31 hospitals across the commonwealth through the Hospital Emergency Loan Program, providing short-term financial pandemic relief to hospitals.

"We applaud Gov. Wolf for his support of hospitals during this difficult time and renew our call for him to provide $290 million to help Pennsylvania's nursing homes fight COVID-19. Our facilities continue to be at the epicenter of this battle. This funding would immediately be invested in hiring for medical professionals and buying critical personal protective equipment to replenish supplies that are running low." 

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About LeadingAge PA:
LeadingAge PA is a trade association representing more than 360 nonprofit senior housing, health care and community services across the commonwealth. These providers serve more than 75,000 older Pennsylvanians and employ over 50,000 dedicated caregivers on a daily basis. Services our members offer include Life Plan Communities / Continuing Care Retirement Communities, skilled nursing communities, assisted living residences, personal care homes, and affordable senior housing. LeadingAge PA advocates on behalf of our members at the state and local levels to influence positive change and affect a healthy vision for the delivery of quality, affordable, and ethical care for Pennsylvania's seniors. For more information about LeadingAge PA and our envisioned future of senior services, visit LeadingAgePA.org.

Media Contact:
La Torre Communications for LeadingAge PA
David La Torre
david@latorrecommunications.com