Skilled nursing and assisted living providers prone to procrastination should breathe a sigh of relief: The deadline for the 2018 McKnight’s Excellence in Technology Awards has been extended until Friday, July 27.

Skilled care providers can apply in the following categories: Quality, Dignity, High Tech/High Touch, Innovator of the Year, Transitions, KISS, Training, Safety, Survey Preparation and Admissions. There is no fee to enter.

Participants are asked to submit up to 500 words on the technology used in their facilities and up to an additional 500 words on the results. Winners will be recognized this fall.

STANLEY Healthcare is this year’s Platinum Sponsor, with MatrixCare and NetSmart as Gold sponsors.

The final deadline is 11:59 p.m. on Friday. To apply, click here.