Fair, sustainable funding
Advocate for funding models that reflect the actual cost of safe, quality care, rising operating expenses, and the realities of serving residents across Newfoundland and Labrador.
Advocacy
A practical voice for better care.
APCHNL will bring operators together around shared priorities and support constructive, evidence-informed communication with NL Health Services and the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador.
Priority areas
What operators have told us matters.
These priorities will continue to evolve through consultation, survey results, and member participation.
Timely resident reassessments
Support clearer, faster reassessment pathways when a resident’s condition changes or their needs exceed the care level currently being funded.
Fair process and operator advocacy
Support and advocate for operators facing disciplinary, compliance, or corrective action from NL Health Services—especially when clear guidance, resources, and practical supports have not been provided.
Staffing and recruitment
Strengthen recruitment, retention, workforce development, and practical training for personal care home teams.
Resident continuity
Promote resident-centred decisions that value established relationships, familiar surroundings, and continuity of care whenever safe and appropriate.
A stronger provincial voice
Improve consistent, constructive communication between operators, NL Health Services, and the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador.
How we will advocate
Listen. Document. Collaborate. Advance solutions.
Effective advocacy starts with clear evidence and a shared understanding of what is happening in homes across the province.
- Collect operator experiences and provincial data
- Identify recurring policy and operational barriers
- Develop practical recommendations and position statements
- Seek regular, constructive dialogue with system partners
- Keep members informed about relevant developments
Add your experience
Provincial advocacy is stronger with provincial participation.
Complete the operator survey to help identify the issues that should be addressed first.
Take the provincial survey