2 bills aim to help Pennsylvania address senior living workforce challenges

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• On: 06/05/2025 15:35:39
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Senior living groups are supporting two bills they say would help address Pennsylvania's long-term care workforce challenges.

SB 114 and SB 115 address pathways to long-term care certification and the availability of employee training courses.

LeadingAge Pennsylvania said the bills have their origins through its LTSS Evolve initiative, launched in 2023 to identify and change “antiquated, redundant and burdensome long-term services and supports rules, regulation policies and guidance” through collaboration with state policymakers and other stakeholders. The organization saw the initiative as a way to proactively advocate for providers rather than react to proposed legislation. 

SB 115 is a step toward addressing the workforce challenges facing assisted living and personal care homes across the commonwealth, according to the Pennsylvania Assisted Living Association.