Shown below are descriptions of the organizations which have state level representatives. Please note that not every organization has a state chapter or contact in every state.

To send corrections or updates to this directory, or to request to have a new contact listed, contact immunizations@ascp.com.

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American Health Care Association (AHCA)
1201 L Street, NW
Washington, DC 20005-4014
Tel: (202) 842-4444 Fax: (202) 842-3860
Web Site: http//www.ahca.org

The American Health Care Association is anon-profit federation of affiliated state health organizations, together representing nearly 10,000 non-profit and for-profit assisted living, nursing facility, developmentally disabled and subacute care providers that care for more than 1.5 million elderly and disabled individuals nationally.

AHCA represents the long-term care community to the nation – to government, business leaders, and the general public. It promotes improvement and change in the long term care field through information, education, and administrative tools that enhance quality at every level.

Finally, AHCA advocates a supportive environment in which professional and compassionate care is delivered. The ultimate focus is on providing quality care with dedication towards professionalism and ethical behavior among all who provide long term care.

 

American Health Quality Association (AHQA)
1155 21st Street, NW
Washington, DC 20036
Tel: (202) 331-5790 Fax: (202) 331-9334
Web Site: http://www.ahqa.org

The American Health Quality Association is an educational, not-for-profit, national membership association dedicated to promoting and facilitating fundamental change that improves the quality of health care in America. AHQA represents a national network of independent, community-based Quality Improvement Organizations (QIOs) and other professionals working to improve quality healthcare and safety. QIOs work collaboratively with health care practitioners, health plans and hospitals, to analyze health care patterns, identify opportunities for improvement and interpret and share information about current science and best practices with physicians, hospitals and health plans. In addition, AHQA provides a broad range of educational and networking opportunities for its members.

 

American Medical Directors Association (AMDA)
10480 Little Patuxent Pkwy., Suite 760
Columbia, MD 21044-3506
Tel: (410) 740-9743 Fax: (410) 740-4572
Web Site: http://www.amda.com

The American Medical Directors Association is the national professional association committed to the continuous improvement of the quality of patient care by providing education, advocacy, information, and professional development for medical directors and other physicians who practice in the long term care continuum.

 

American Society of Consultant Pharmacists (ASCP)
1321 Duke Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
Tel: (703) 739-1300 Fax: (703) 739-1321
Web Site: http://www.ascp.com

The American Society of Consultant Pharmacists is the international professional association representing senior care pharmacists. ASCP provides leadership, education, advocacy, and resources to advance the practice of senior care pharmacy. Senior care pharmacists are essential participants in the health care system, recognized and valued for the practice of pharmaceutical care for the senior population and people with chronic illness.

Consultant pharmacists manage and improve drug therapy and improve the quality of life of the senior population and other individuals residing in a variety of environments, including hospitals, nursing facilities, assisted living facilities and home- and community-based care.

 

Assisted Living Federation of America (ALFA)
1650 King Street, Suite 602
Alexandria, VA 22314-2747
Tel: (703) 894-1805 Fax: (703) 894-1831
Web Site: http://www.alfh.org

The Assisted Living Federation of America is the largest national association exclusively devoted to the assisted living industry. Its mission is to promote the interest of the industry and enhance the quality of life for the population it serves. ALFA members include assisted living providers, as well as industry partners and supportive organizations. ALFA works to influence public policy by advocating for informed choice, quality care, and accessibility for those seeking long-term care.

 

National Association of Directors of Nursing Administration / Long Term Care (NADONA/LTC)
11353 Reed Hartman Hwy., Suite 210
Cincinnati, OH 45241
Tel: (513) 791-3679, Toll-free: (800) 222-0539 Fax: (513) 791-3699
Web Site: www.nadona.org

The National Association of Directors of Nursing Administration/Long Term Care (NADONA/LTC), is a professional organization for directors and assistant directors of nursing in long term care facilities. The organization numbers 6,200 members. NADONA/LTC serves its members by providing a professional journal, a certification program, a free mentor service, access to its reference/research library, quality educational programs and national involvement on issues relating to its members. Through the NADONA/LTC code of ethics, this association will support and promote quality of care for individuals receiving long term care.

 

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
1600 Clifton Road, Mail Stop E-05
Atlanta, Georgia 30333
Tel: (404) 639-3311
Public inquiries: (404) 639-3534 or (800) 311-3435
Web Site: www.cdc.gov/vaccines

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention provides consultation, training, statistical, promotional, educational, epidemiological, and technical services to assist health departments in planning, developing and implementing immunization programs. The CDC provides information on vaccine-preventable diseases along with scheduling, recommendations, and safety issues. CDC continues to supply up-to-date information on vaccines to protect America's children and adults through immunizations.

 

National Long-Term Care Ombudsman Resource Center
1828 L Street, NW, Suite 801
Washington, DC 20036
Tel: (202) 332-2275 Fax: (202) 332-2949
Web Site: http://www.ltcombudsman.org

The National Long-Term Care Ombudsman Resource Center supports the on-going development and operation of the 52 stateside long-term care ombudsman programs. The Center's objectives are to enhance the skills, knowledge, and management capacity of the state programs. The Center ultimately contributes to the improvement of quality of life and care of frail, vulnerable residents in long term care facilities.