National Skilled Nursing Care Week is upon us!
This annual observance, which begins on Mother’s Day and takes place May 11-17, 2025, celebrates the essential role of skilled nursing facilities in our communities.
This year’s theme, “Tapestry of Life,” highlights how each person’s journey contributes to the vibrant life within skilled nursing communities.
What is National Skilled Nursing Care?
Skilled nursing care serves countless Americans annually, providing critical medical services for those needing specialized attention.
These facilities bridge the gap between hospital care and home-based services, offering round-the-clock professional support from nurses, therapists, and other healthcare specialists.
Maryland Celebrates Skilled Nursing & Rehab Facilities
The 2025 National Skilled Nursing Care Week will feature celebrations across Maryland’s facilities with activities honoring the “Tapestry of Life” theme.
NSNCW starts on Mother’s Day, uniting skilled nursing centers, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities to recognize residents and caregivers.
Facilities begin planning their celebrations in late February using AHCA’s promotional toolkit.
About the 2025 NSNCW Vibrant Tapestry Theme
The 2025 theme week celebrates the interconnected community within skilled nursing environments.
Modern skilled nursing facilities are filled with a vibrant tapestry of life, including therapeutic activities, social events, creative expression, and cultural celebrations.
This dynamic environment surprises visitors, who discover communities buzzing with engagement, learning, and meaningful connections.
Facilities demonstrate how they bring together medical expertise with compassionate care through visual representations, storytelling, and creative projects.
Skilled Nursing Care Centers in Maryland
Skilled nursing care centers provide comprehensive medical services, including:
- Wound care;
- Medication management;
- Rehabilitation therapy;
- Specialized nutrition;
- Respiratory care;
- And more!
When selecting nursing centers, Maryland families should consider location, specialization, staff ratios, and community atmosphere to find the right fit for their loved one’s needs.
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American Health Care Association
The American Health Care Association leads the Skilled Nursing Care Week, providing resources for meaningful celebrations and creating a comprehensive planning guide and promotional toolkit.
AHCA social platforms regularly share updates and inspiration for facilities planning their events.
Meaningful Nursing & Rehab Stories
Meaningful stories form the foundation of person-centered care.
Each resident’s life experiences provide context for their preferences and care needs.
Facilities increasingly document these stories through memory books, recorded interviews, and digital projects, ensuring each person’s unique thread is recognized and honored.
The Essential Role of Maryland Nursing & Rehab Facilities
These facilities fulfill a vital role in healthcare, providing specialized services that cannot be delivered elsewhere.
This essential role includes managing complex medical needs while supporting emotional and social well-being.
As Maryland’s population ages, recognizing this vital contribution becomes increasingly essential.
Infection Control Requirements in Maryland SNFs
Strict infection control requirements protect vulnerable residents while allowing for meaningful social engagement.
Following COVID-19, facilities implemented enhanced cleaning, testing protocols, and visitor policies to ensure safety.
Celebrate NSNCW!
Maryland SNFs celebrate this special week by organizing creative activities from arts projects to storytelling events.
Families are encouraged to participate, adding their threads to the community tapestry through their presence and engagement.
Visit AHCA’s website to learn more about National Skilled Nursing Care Week and how to participate in this celebration of care, compassion, and community.
Ryan Miner, MBA | Co-Founder and Podcast Host | The Senior Soup
Hi, I'm Ryan!
I co-founded The Senior Soup Soup with Raquel Micit in September 2022. Together, we host The Senior Soup Podcast.
I am a community relations manager for Ennoble Care in Maryland, where I am responsible for marketing our home-based primary care healthcare practice.
I have over 15 years experience in healthcare, senior services, senior care, marketing, public policy, and search engine optimization.
I have a MBA from Mount St. Mary's University and a BA from Duquesne University.