CDC’s COVID-19 Infection Control Assessment and Response (ICAR) tool was developed to help nursing homes prepare for coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19).
Nursing homes and other long-term care facilities can take steps to assess and improve their preparedness for responding to COVID-19.
This ICAR tool should be used as one tool to develop a comprehensive COVID-19 response plan. This tool may also contain content relevant for assisted living facilities.
Health departments can use this tool to assess infection prevention practices and guide quality improvement activities (e.g., by addressing identified gaps).