Who Can Become an Associate Member?
Our Associate Members represent a broad spectrum of industries, including:
- Accounting, legal, and consulting services
- Medical and nutritional supplies
- Architecture, interior, and landscape design
- Pharmaceuticals and portable diagnostic services
- Financial, insurance, and asset management solutions
- Rehabilitation, psychological, and training services
- and many more!
As an Associate Member, you’ll connect with a dynamic network of providers and gain opportunities to collaborate with leaders across the long-term care industry. Together, we can drive innovation and enhance the quality of care throughout New York State.
Exclusive Benefits:
- Member Connections: Direct access to NYSHFA | NYSCAL members and primary contacts
- Exclusive Content: Access Members-Only information and tools on the NYSHFA | NYSCAL website
- Directory Listing: Prominently featured in the NYSHFA | NYSCAL online Membership Directory
- Event Exhibitions: Showcase your products and services at NYSHFA | NYSCAL conferences with discounted exhibitor fees
- Sponsorship Opportunities: Sponsor events and educational programs to strengthen your industry presence
- Targeted Referrals: Enjoy recommendations to Members seeking your expertise
- Complimentary Newsletters: Stay informed with weekly subscriptions to NYSHFA News and NYSCAL News e-Newsletters.
Guidelines:
NYSHFA | NYSCAL Associate Members are businesses and organizations that provide goods, services, or professional expertise to nursing facilities and residential care communities. This membership is ideal for those with a vested interest in supporting New York’s long-term care industry.
To ensure alignment with our mission, Associate Membership is unavailable to:
- Providers or facilities that are eligible for facility-based membership
- Entities offering competing memberships, programs, or services
Eligibility Requirements:
- Application Approval: All applications are subject to review and approval by the NYSHFA | NYSCAL Board of Directors or their designated representative, based on the qualifications and procedures established by the Board.
- Dues Policy:
- If the application is approved, membership dues are non-refundable
- If the application is denied, a full refund will be issued
- Board Discretion: The NYSHFA | NYSCAL Board of Directors retains the right to approve or deny any application at its discretion.
- Annual Dues Renewal:
- Associate Member dues are renewed annually, with payment due by January 1st
- Payments not received by January 31st may result in the suspension of membership benefits
- Database Access: NYSHFA | NYSCAL maintains an up-to-date database of mailing addresses and contact information for all Associate Members, accessible to association members for professional use.
By becoming an Associate Member, your organization joins a trusted network committed to enhancing the quality of care across New York State. Connect with Laura Lipinski at llipinski@nyshfa-nyscal.org.
