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The Biden administration over the last three years spearheaded efforts to rein in Medicare Advantage plans' use of prior authorizations to deny care and cut short coverage for nursing homes. But at the end, it also left some pretty substantial decisions on the table for the incoming Trump team — seen by many as pro-Medicare Advantage. In this episode, Nicole Fallon, vice president of integrated services and managed care for LeadingAge, breaks down what we know about the future of MA. First up: What happens to updated rules for MA plans proposed by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services in November? They called for more limits on artificial tools and automated denials of care, strategies that a 2024 Senate report found were being employed frequently to cut off access to post-acute services, particularly in nursing homes. What happens next with those proposals is unknown, says Fallon, noting that such policy updates are not required annually, although payment updates (also still pending approval for 2026) are. Trump's new team at CMS could allow them to flounder and issue its own proposal (or not) for 2027. Of broader concern, however, is whether members of Congress and patients will be able to keep pressure on the federal government to adopt further improvements as some Trump appointees embrace the idea of growing MA even faster. “Our hope is that both Congress and the administration really recognize that, first we need to kind of shore up those foundational issues — like access to care, enforcement of the rules, some greater transparency and data collection and really being good stewards of those Medicare trust fund dollars — before we engage in that debate about whether MA for all is really the right strategic direction,” Fallon says in this episode hosted by McKnight's Long-Term Care News Senior Editor Kimberly Marselas. Listen in to hear Fallon's current expectations and more about what the change in administration could mean for addressing more challenging MA reimbursement concerns.

In this episode of Bridge the Gap, recorded at the LeadingAge Annual Meeting in Nashville, Scott Code, Vice President, Center for Aging Services Technologies (CAST) at LeadingAge, shares insights into the evolving role of technology in senior living, discussing the challenges operators face and the strategies they can adopt to stay ahead.Recorded at the Hamilton CapTel booth.Register for the NIC Spring ConferenceProduced by Solinity Marketing.Sponsored by Accushield, Aline, NIC MAP Vision, Procare HR, Sage, Hamilton CapTel, Service Master, The Bridge Group Construction and Solinity. Become a sponsor of the Bridge the Gap Network.Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInTikTokMeet the Hosts:Lucas McCurdy, @SeniorLivingFan Owner, The Bridge Group Construction; Senior Living Construction Renovation, CapEx, and Reposition. Joshua Crisp, Founder and CEO, Solinity; Senior Living Development, Management, Marketing and Consulting.Mentioned in this episode:NIC Spring ConferenceRegister for NIC Spring Conference here.NIC Spring Conference

LeadingAge has formally asked the incoming presidential team to repeal the federal nursing home staffing mandate adopted by the Biden White House.“The staffing mandate, we are expecting it to be repealed, and we are asking the administration to repeal the staffing mandate,” said Janine Finck-Boyle, vice president of health policy and regulatory affairs for LeadingAge. “We have moved definitely in advocacy, and we're looking at, hopefully, that will be what will happen.” Those efforts come as LeadingAge and the American Health Care Association near a potential January ruling in their case challenging the staffing rule in federal court.Finck-Boyle and Jodi Eyigor, LeadingAge director of nursing home quality and policy, joined McKnight's Long-Term Care News Senior Editor Thursday to discuss the latest regulatory, payment and policy considerations affecting nursing homes on the cusp of 2025.While providers could score wins related to regulatory rollbacks and burden reduction efforts in a second Trump presidency, other initiatives are likely to continue regardless of who controls the White House or Congress.“I think it's important to be based in reality,” said Eyigor. “We do expect they will be picking up that mantle again … But it's also important to remember that the job remains the same. We're still going to be taking care of residents, every day, day in and day out, and we're still going to need to do certain things, like documenting that care, having good coordination with other care providers.”Emergency preparedness, for instance, is a long-standing focus, and even the first Trump administration had proposed some infection control changes. Payment also remains a huge, highly variable issue for providers — with plenty of questions swirling around the future of entitlement programs that fund most nursing home care.Other topics covered in this wide-ranging episode include ongoing concerns with new ownership transparency requirements; provider response to the so-far limited use of shorter, risk-based nursing home surveys, and how the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's role in nursing homes could be reshaped by new leadership.Listen is as Eyigor and Finck-Boyle highlight key challenges to prepare for and possible opportunities providers may be able to seize upon in 2025.

In this episode, we chat with Melissa Andrews, president and CEO of LeadingAge Virginia, about her unique journey from art history major to a prominent leader in aging services. Melissa reflects on her early career as an assistant curator at the Hebrew Home in Riverdale, NY, and how it shaped her passion for serving older adults. She discusses the evolving landscape of aging services, addressing workforce and regulatory challenges, and highlights efforts to develop future leaders through programs like the Leadership Academy. Melissa also shares insights into her leadership style, rooted in humor and compassion, and emphasizes the importance of embracing change to drive organizational growth. VSAE ConneXions is produced by Association Briefings.   Show notes Melissa Andrews joined the LeadingAge Virginia staff as President & CEO in 2016.  Melissa leads the overall affairs of the association and foundation, working closely with the Boards of Directors to advance the missions and elevate the conversation about aging in the Commonwealth ultimately impacting elders' lived experience through policy and systems change, direct service expansion, and regulatory reform.  Melissa also serves as President & CEO of PositiveAge, a LeadingAge Virginia foundation, transforming the aging experience in Virginia by securing funds to build coalitions and develop innovative solutions to promote positive aging.  Prior to joining the LeadingAge Virginia team, Melissa spent 14 years at LeadingAge (national) developing her expertise in not for profit board governance and strategic planning. Melissa was a class of 2010 LeadingAge Larry Minnix Leadership Academy fellow, holds the BoardSource© Certificate of Nonprofit Board Education, and in 2013, Melissa received The Coalition for Leadership in Aging Services' Certified Aging Services Professional national certification.  She is also a Dementia Friends Virginia Master Trainer.  

Our very own Leigh Ann Hubbard chats with Steve Moran recapping her time in Nashville for LeadingAge! Are you ready to redefine aging in America? Join us on the latest episode of Foresight 5, where we dive into highlights from the 2024 LeadingAge Annual Meeting—a gathering of forward-thinkers, innovators, and leaders from across the aging services sector. This year's theme? Disruption sparks innovation.

Oklahoma nursing homes are working to meet federal staffing rules, which require them to have a registered nurse on site 24/7 and employees to spend a minimum amount of time with each resident every day.Facilities say the unfunded mandate asks them to find staff they can't afford and that doesn't exist. Oklahoma is one of about 20 states that recently joined a lawsuit against the federal government over it.StateImpact's Jillian Taylor spoke with Claire Dowers-Nichols, the CEO of LeadingAge Oklahoma, which represents 58 nonprofit nursing homes.Mentioned in this episode:Social Media tags

Originally Uploaded June 28th, Re-edited July 29th. Jeffrey Mosher welcomes Dalton Herbel, MBA, NHA, Vice President for Public Policy, LeadingAge Michigan, Lansing, MI, but serving statewide. Welcome Dalton, remind the Michigan business community about the services and purpose of LeadingAge Michigan? I understand, to support Michigan's senior caregivers, LeadingAge Michigan welcomed over 320 healthcare providers and affiliated business partners recently in May to its 'Work That Matters' conference in Kalamazoo. Tell us about that? So, there was education, inspiration & networking, and LeadingAge provided free registration to annual conference, tell us more? I also understand that the conference theme, Work That Matters, mirrors LeadingAge's workforce development initiative of the same name. MDHHS saw value in that with a grant award - what were the details? Anything else we should know at this time?

This Day in Legal History: Regents of the University of California v. BakkeOn June 28, 1978, the US Supreme Court delivered a landmark decision in the case of Regents of the University of California v. Bakke, shaping the future of affirmative action in university admissions. The case centered around Allan Bakke, a white applicant who was twice denied admission to the University of California, Davis Medical School, despite having higher test scores than some minority candidates who were admitted under a special admissions program. Bakke argued that he was a victim of racial discrimination.The Court's ruling was complex, resulting in a split opinion. By a narrow 5-4 margin, the Supreme Court held that the university's use of rigid racial quotas, specifically reserving 16 out of 100 seats for minority students, violated the Equal Protection Clause of the Fourteenth Amendment and the Civil Rights Act of 1964. This decision invalidated the quota system used by the university.However, the Court also ruled, in a separate 5-4 vote, that race could be considered as one of many factors in the admissions process. This part of the decision, delivered by Justice Lewis Powell, emphasized that while quotas were unconstitutional, affirmative action programs aimed at increasing diversity and providing opportunities for historically disadvantaged groups could be constitutionally permissible.The Bakke decision was a pivotal moment in the ongoing debate over affirmative action, setting a precedent that continues to influence educational policies and the broader discourse on racial equality in the United States. The case highlighted the delicate balance between prohibiting racial discrimination and promoting diversity and inclusion in higher education.Despite repeated reversals from the Supreme Court, the US Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit has continued to push conservative legal boundaries. This term, the Supreme Court reversed or vacated six out of nine Fifth Circuit decisions, yet still made significant rulings in favor of conservative positions, including limiting the Securities and Exchange Commission's (SEC) enforcement power and rejecting a federal bump stock ban. Observers note that while the Supreme Court often overturned Fifth Circuit rulings, it also aligned with the circuit's conservative ideology in key cases.A notable example was the Supreme Court's decision that people subject to civil penalties for alleged securities fraud have a constitutional right to a jury trial, significantly impacting the SEC's adjudication process. Another major case saw the Supreme Court upholding the Fifth Circuit's rejection of the bump stock ban, a regulation initially issued by the Trump administration. The Fifth Circuit also won a case involving incomplete deportation hearing notices, which, though technical, reflected the court's influence. However, the Supreme Court criticized the Fifth Circuit for overreaching, particularly on issues like the abortion pill mifepristone and social media censorship, emphasizing the importance of standing.The Fifth Circuit's decisions are often driven by judges appointed by former President Donald Trump, whose influence reshaped the court. Legal experts suggest that despite some setbacks, the Fifth Circuit's conservative rulings continue to shape national policies, revealing a complex interplay between the circuit and the Supreme Court.Conservatives Gain Despite Fifth Circuit Setbacks at High CourtThe home health industry is preparing to refile its lawsuit against Medicare payment cuts after a recent unfavorable court ruling. William A. Dombi, president of the National Association for Home Care & Hospice (NAHC), stated that the organization will first complete the necessary administrative appeals before returning to court. This legal battle could significantly impact Medicare home health providers and beneficiaries.The US District Court for the District of Columbia dismissed NAHC's initial lawsuit because it was filed before exhausting all administrative remedies. Instead of appealing, NAHC will follow the court's directive and refile the case. Meanwhile, industry groups are lobbying Congress to pass legislation to block a proposed 1.7% cut to home health payments in 2025.The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) proposed a 2.5% payment increase but also a 3.6% cut due to a “permanent behavior adjustment” and a 0.6% cut for outlier payments. This is the third consecutive year of proposed cuts, which, according to Joanne Cunningham, CEO of the Partnership for Quality Home Healthcare, make it difficult for providers to meet the growing care demands of an aging population. High labor costs and workforce shortages exacerbate these challenges, and Katie Smith Sloan of LeadingAge noted that the cuts make it harder to recruit nurses.Senators Debbie Stabenow and Susan Collins, along with Representatives Terri Sewell and Adrian Smith, have introduced legislation to block the CMS proposal and restrict its authority over payment adjustments based on provider behavior. Dombi emphasized ongoing efforts with lawmakers, indicating that CMS is unlikely to change its stance.The Medicare Payment Advisory Commission (MedPAC) has consistently recommended reductions in home health payments, citing that current payments are significantly higher than costs. Their latest report projects a profit margin of 18% for 2024, arguing that excess payments diminish the value of home health care. However, Dombi countered that MedPAC's estimates don't account for lower payments from private Medicare Advantage plans, which now cover a majority of Medicare beneficiaries.Home Health Agencies to Renew Suit Over Medicare Payment RatesA California federal jury has ordered the National Football League (NFL) to pay over $4.7 billion in damages for overcharging subscribers of its "Sunday Ticket" telecasts. The jury found that the NFL conspired with member teams to inflate the price of "Sunday Ticket" for millions of residential and commercial subscribers. This decision followed more than a decade of litigation. The plaintiffs, who were DirecTV subscribers, argued that the NFL's agreements with broadcast partners allowed DirecTV to charge higher prices by monopolizing distribution. A judge may triple the damages under U.S. antitrust law, potentially bringing the total to over $14 billion. The NFL plans to contest the verdict.NFL hit with $4.7 billion verdict in 'Sunday Ticket' antitrust trial | ReutersThis week's closing theme is by Ludwig van Beethoven, once again, and still a composer of some note.As we close out this week, we turn to the life and music of Ludwig van Beethoven, one of classical music's most iconic figures. On June 28, 1802, Beethoven penned a poignant letter to his friend Franz Wegeler, revealing his deep struggles with his worsening deafness. Despite the profound personal challenge this posed, Beethoven's determination to overcome his condition fueled some of his most extraordinary compositions.In light of this story, our closing theme is Beethoven's "Symphony No. 3 in E-flat major, Op. 55," commonly known as the "Eroica Symphony." This symphony, composed between 1803 and 1804, epitomizes Beethoven's resilience and innovation. Originally dedicated to Napoleon Bonaparte, whom Beethoven admired for his democratic ideals, the dedication was famously retracted when Napoleon declared himself emperor. The "Eroica" is renowned for its emotional depth and groundbreaking structure, marking a significant shift from classical to romantic symphonic form.Beethoven's ability to compose such a powerful and transformative piece while grappling with the despair of impending deafness is a testament to his genius and perseverance. The "Eroica Symphony" not only reflects Beethoven's personal triumphs but also serves as an enduring symbol of human resilience in the face of adversity.As you listen to the stirring movements of this symphony, remember the indomitable spirit of Beethoven. Let his story and music inspire you as we conclude this week, reminding us all of the power of determination and the beauty that can emerge from our greatest challenges. Thank you for joining us, and we look forward to sharing more with you next week.Once again and without further ado, Ludwig van Beethoven's Symphony No. 3 in E-flat major, Op. 55, the “Eroica Symphony” – enjoy! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.minimumcomp.com/subscribe

Three new members have been appointed to the board of directors of Glen Allen-based LeadingAge Virginia, which works to support older Virginians. The new board members are Taneisha Hampton (assisted living and memory support administrator at Goodwin House Bailey's Crossroads), Aaron Housh (president and chief executive officer of Good Samaritan Hospice Inc.), and William Lester (former longtime president and CEO of Warm Hearth Village). "We are thrilled to welcome these exceptional leaders to our board," said Melissa Andrews, president and CEO of LeadingAge Virginia. "Each brings a wealth of experience, passion, and dedication to advancing the values and missions of...Article LinkSupport the Show.

Sometimes, especially in the field of aging services, professional and personal lines blur – and it's all for the greater good. In this episode, Melissa spends time with Sharon Sullivan, Vice President and Head of Conferences and Brand Experience for LeadingAge national, and Mary Kemper, President & CEO of UMA, with whom she has been friends and colleagues for decades. They share the best career advice they've ever received, the types of work culture they thrive in, and the importance of finding your village to make life work.

Dalton Herbal is the vice president of public policy, from LeadingAge MI. Work that Matters! The primary goal of LeadingAge's Work that Matters initiative is to directly solicit, measure and share feedback on the root causes of the workforce crisis post pandemic. LeadingAge MI expands initiative to retain & attract senior care workers

Kirsten Jacobs, MSW, Senior Director of Shared Learning at LeadingAge, shares insights on ageism, diversity, and leadership from her 20+ years in senior living. She talks about the importance of supporting peer-to-peer learning, promoting diversity at the top, and calling out the web of ageism, ableism, and other “isms”, standing in the way of aging well. About Kirsten With over 20 years of experience in older adult housing, services, and long-term care management, Kirsten credits her four late grandparents for her commitment to the field. Her undergraduate thesis project, dedicated to sharing art with older adults, set the stage for an ongoing interest in dementia and holistic wellbeing. Kirsten has held various positions—including administrator and executive director. Currently, she serves on the knowledge team at LeadingAge, a national association of elder-serving organizations. As Senior Director, Shared Learning Initiatives, Kirsten leads and manages the organization's wellness and dementia education strategy and other shared learning activities. Kirsten also guides a diverse set of education initiatives to advance LeadingAge's ageism work and strategic focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI).  Kirsten earned a Master of Social Work (MSW) and gerontology certificate from Portland State University (Portland, OR) and a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in arts administration and a minor in studio art from Scripps College (Claremont, CA). Kirsten lives in her hometown of Portland, OR with her spouse, two kiddos, and goofy dog. Key Takeaways LeadingAge's shared learning approach creates opportunities for senior living providers to learn from each other. There is always wisdom in the room, whether virtual or physical. LeadingAge's LTSS Center at UMass Leaders of Color Network provides career path support and mentorship for persons of color in senior living and aging services. Ageism starts with a youth-obsessed culture that reinforces the message that young is good and old is bad, starting with children's books and movies. By the time we are older, we have these really internalized negative feelings of what it means to grow old. Discrimination is layered. It' difficult to look at one “ism” without acknowledging other layers of oppression compounded with the experience of aging. The web of ageism and ableism is so intertwined it's impossible to separate. Leading Age Leadership Summit April 15th - 17th in Washington, DC. will address the implications of changing demographics and how to better support people in the experience of growing older.

The rule issued last month from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services reduces wait times to within one week for many standard Medicare Advantage prior authorization decisions. It does not go far enough, said Nicole Fallon, VP of managed care public policy or LeadingAge, noting that prior authorization decisions should only take a couple of hours. She and her colleague, Mollie Gurian, VP of home-based public policy for LeadingAge, pointed out that they also are pushing for MA prior authorizations to cover patients across their post-acute care journeys, including 30-day home health episodes. They also are striving for payment adequacy, as many MA plans pay only 60% or 80% of Medicare fee-for-service rates. Among other changes, they are hoping for the shedding of the statutory noninterference clause that prohibits CMS from telling plans how to pay. Despite the challenges ahead in reforming MA, Fallon and Gurian believe MA has introduced positive healthcare reforms, such as supplemental benefits, and CMS and lawmakers are asking the right questions to continue to improve the private Medicare benefit.Follow us on social media:Twitter: @McKHomeCareFacebook: McKnight's Home CareLinkedIn: McKnight's Home CareInstagram: mcknights_homecareFollow LeadingAge on social media:Twitter: @LeadingAgeFacebook: LeadingAgeLinkedIn: LeadingAge

Find out about the resources and work being done by LeadingAge Minnesota. When & Where for Senior Care is brought to you by Serenity Assisted Living and Memory Care in Dilworth, MN. Call today for more information or to schedule a tour!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's a blueprint for change! Step into the construction zone as we unpack the challenges and victories of transforming senior living spaces - especially occupied senior living communities - in this episode of Tips from Trestle. Get ready to hammer down into the complexities of renovations, particularly in active senior communities, and discover the transformative power of incorporating contemporary concepts into communal spaces. Aaron sits down with Bridge The Gap host & Founder of The Bridge Group Construction Lucas McCurdy for a dive deep into the critical role of design partners and interior groups, sharing his insights on projects involving minor additions to major structural changes and the art of seamless communication with the operating team. But it's not just about construction; it's a conversation about fostering effective teamwork, attracting skilled workers, and addressing the pressing need for affordable housing solutions in the realm of senior living. Join us for a riveting discussion that goes beyond the blueprint and into the heart of creating vibrant, purposeful spaces for our aging population. Ready to break ground? Let's go! In addition to his duties as host for the industry leading Bridge the Gap podcast, Lucas McCurdy is the founder of The Bridge Group Construction based in Dallas, Texas. Widely known as “The Senior Living Fan,” he has directed his passion for aging adults and the communities they live in to develop the industry's first renovation and construction company dedicated solely to the senior living industry. Lucas also actively supports the senior living industry including involvement in NIC, Argentum, LeadingAge, ASHA, and the NIC Future Leaders Council.  Tips From Trestle is a podcast focused on discussion about senior living food & hospitality. Hosted by Trestle Hospitality Concepts Founder & CEO Aaron Fish, he shares his thoughts, musings and discussions about the food & hospitality operations, trends and happenings in the senior living industry. To support the podcast, click here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://anchor.fm/tips-from-trestle/support⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Tips from Trestle is sponsored by: ⁠The Boelter Companies⁠ ⁠Navigator Group Purchasing⁠ ⁠eMenuChoice POS⁠ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tips-from-trestle/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tips-from-trestle/support

Innovation comes with a price - a price many associations aren't always prepared for. In this episode, we talk to Josh Moore, senior director of operations and state partner services at LeadingAge. We chat about setting up an innovation fund for an association, the challenges of state associations and how national groups can help, and emerging technologies that could have significant impact on associations. Oh, and we talk about Moore's pre-association career, which may (or may not) include professional break dancing!

In our latest episode of the Mentor's Voice, we had the pleasure of sitting down with Sharon Sullivan, an influential figure who has been shaping the experience of LeadingAge events for almost 30 years. Sharon's expertise in planning and executing events has been instrumental in creating unforgettable experiences for attendees at all LeadingAge events, most notably, the LeadingAge Annual Meeting. Tune in this week as we talk with Sharon; you won't want to miss it! 

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Katie Smith Sloan is the President and CEO of LeadingAge. Katie leads an association of over 5000 providers of services for older adults nationwide.  Katie is interviewed by Molly Wylie, Ph.D. candidate at the University of Massachusetts Boston.  Welcome to Season 3!

Katie Smith Sloan, president and CEO of LeadingAge, discusses the biggest challenges facing senior living and how the field will be changed permanently by the pandemic.

Vaccines are marvelous tools for public health but only when they can be injected into people's arms. Misinformation and culturally based fear are challenges for healthcare providers, as is a lack of resources. Listen as Community Catalyst's Director for the Vaccine Equity and Access Program Sheree Keitt explains how her organization helps advocates like LeadingAge reach challenged communities and providers to boost vaccine uptake. Join us for this episode hosted by McKnight's Long-Term Care News Staff Writer Joe Bush.Follow us on twitter:  @mcknightsltcnwww.mcknights.com

The Director of Public Messaging at LeadingAge, a national organization serving older adults through aging services providers, talks about Opening Doors to Aging Services. The initiative shares research, strategies, and tools for aging services professionals to positively promote this sector to older adults, families, and potential team members. About Gwen Gwen Fitzgerald is a communications professional and community activist. She serves as Director, Public Messaging at LeadingAge, a professional association representing more than 5,000 nonprofit aging services providers and other mission-minded organizations that touch millions of lives every day. As project manager for the Opening Doors to Aging Services initiative, she develops and shares the research, strategies, and tools to guide aging services professionals in introducing the aging services sector to older adults and their families—and, in doing so, to shift perceptions positively. Prior to joining LeadingAge in 2021, she worked with teams to develop communications and marketing campaigns that inspire audiences to act and advance public safety and human rights. After business hours, she is a ceramic artist (hobbyist), dog fanatic, and Board member at Oakwood Arts in Richmond, VA, where she lives with her husband and dog. Key Takeaways Findings from the Opening Doors to Aging study show extraordinary support for caregivers. Words to describe professional caregivers are strong and complimentary—compassionate, dedicated, essential and professional. Aging services professionals should incorporate the role of professional caregivers in all their communications. There is fear and denial of aging—resistance to thinking about the changes coming to our bodies and to our lives. Communication should be upbeat. Opening Doors to Aging recommends eight core communication strategies and a Provider Inspiration Guide with different types of communications channels. A visual design guide recommends words and pictures. LeadingAge created a public service campaign called Keep Leading Life that defines the sector and provider types. The aging services sector does not have a public perception crisis. The study asked, “What are your views of Aging Services?” and “Do you trust aging services providers?” Responses show the public views aging services favorably. Results show 68% have a positive view and 70% would recommend aging services to others.

Melissa Brown, is joined by, Janine Finck-Boyle from LeadingAge to discuss the goals and objectives of a compliance ethics program. 

On this episode of Healthy Outcomes, our host Mark Ross interviews Gary Pezzano, the President and CEO of LeadingAge PA, about various topics relevant to senior services providers.  

In this episode, Melissa interviews two friends and colleagues, DeAnn Akins, Founder and CEO of Octofly Dreams and Libby Bush, President & CEO of Deerfield Episcopal Retirement Community. Melissa, DeAnn and Libby are all alums of the LeadingAge national Larry Minnix Leadership Academy and discuss imposter syndrome, transitions, and aligning personal and professional purpose and passion.

Christie Hinrichs, President + CEO of Tabitha, joins Landon on the show to talk about her journey through Tabitha, how her faith helped her find her calling, and her passion for serving people. Tabitha is a nonprofit, mission-centered provider of health care services for older adults, headquartered in Lincoln and serving 28 Nebraska counties. With 1,000 team members, 1,200 active volunteers, and countless faithful donors, Tabitha serves more than 2,000 Seniors and their families every day. Hinrichs is instrumental in the growth of Tabitha's physical presence across Nebraska. She helped bring an innovative vision to life on Tabitha's main campus in Lincoln in 2006 with the introduction of the state's first and the nation's second Green House® home, a family-centered, residential-style skilled nursing and long-term care community now collectively referred to as Tabitha Residences. Outside of Tabitha, Christie currently serves on the LeadingAge national board as treasurer, was elected to the board of directors of Pinnacle Bancorp, Inc., and was handpicked to co-chair the Blueprint Nebraska Health Care Industry Council focused on statewide economic development.   Enjoy the show and KEEP STRIKING!   Watch this episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/gpH5lwWFRg0 ___ Episode Resources: Website: https://www.tabitha.org/ Facebook:  Twitter:      Instagram: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tabitha-health-care-services/ ___ This show is produced by Grindstone. Interested in starting a podcast? Visit grindstoneagency.com/podcasting to learn more. ___ Connect with Spark To Fire | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok | YouTube ___ This show is produced by Grindstone. Interested in starting a podcast? Visit grindstoneagency.com/podcasting to learn more.  

As the CEO of an eldercare organization and the chair of LeadingAge's board, Carol Silver Elliott faced a pair of daunting leadership challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic – and emerged as a shining example of strength under extreme pressure and tragedy. As we close out Women's History Month, we wanted to shine a light on the unique challenges that women in leadership roles face in the eldercare landscape. More than 40% respondents to a recent Ziegler survey of female eldercare leaders said they felt burnt out and considered a career change in the wake of the pandemic. But on the other hand, 68% reported having strong peer networks that helped them endure the pandemic, and 60% felt more optimistic than they did a year ago. Silver Elliott describes the strategies, peers, and loved ones who helped her keep a level head during the most trying time the sector has ever faced – while also laying out the emotional and mental health initiatives that she and her team employed to support staff members from all levels of the organization. As the rest of the world continues to move on from COVID, maintaining strong leadership will become even more vital for eldercare leaders, and Silver Elliott provides a clear blueprint for staying calm amid a still-raging storm.   Catch up on Silver Elliott's blogging for the Times of Israel: https://blogs.timesofisrael.com/author/carol-silver-elliott/ Read more about the Ziegler Women in Leadership survey: https://www.mcknightsseniorliving.com/home/news/burned-out-these-senior-living-leaders-suggest-meditation-wine-and-dogs/    Show notes/call to action: Learn more about The Green House Project: www.thegreenhouseproject.org

In the 9th episode of Season 2 of the Demystifying Diversity Podcast follows host Daralyse Lyons as she dives deeper into Ageism as it is interwoven into the fabric of American society. Daralyse is joined by gerontologists, activists, and researchers for an in-depth examination of the implications that ageism has on both our personal lives and how we operate within society at large. None of us are immune to ageism, especially older and younger individuals. While the previous episode focused on the abuses caused by ageism, this episode offers tangible suggestions for overcoming ageism in ourselves and in others. In this episode, you will learn about: How markers such as a person's age can be reframed through inclusive language. The importance of recognizing and understanding someone's entire lived experience, and appreciating the myriad ways our accumulated experiences shape each of us as individuals. The societal forces that are needed in order to make our society more age-inclusive. The direct links between how a person perceives their own age, and its impact on their overall health and well-being. Ageism's role in furthering capitalism and whiteness, and how if unchecked, it can promote other -isms as well. Our guests in this episode include: Ryan Backer - Ryan is the co-creator of OldSchool, an anti-ageism clearinghouse. He is an age activist striving to undo ageism within an intersectional framework. They aim to eradicate ageism, along with white supremacy, gender bias, ableism, body shaming, homophobia, classism and all other forms of oppression. Lena Makaroun - Lena is an ex-officio board member with the American Geriatrics Society, a nationwide, not-for-profit society of geriatrics healthcare professionals dedicated to improving the health, independence, and quality of life of older people, is a Geriatrician and Research Fellow who also sees patients at the VA Center for Health Equity Research and Promotion in Pittsburgh. She studies the intersection between health policy and health equity, with a particular interest in assessing the social determinants of aging on health and in reducing and preventing elder abuse. Trish D'Antonio - Trish is the Vice President of Policy and Professional Affairs for the Gerontological Society of America, an organization that is dedicated to supporting individuals in living meaningful lives as they age, something which requires a multidisciplinary and intersectional approach. Mia Mullen & Kiersten Jacobs - Two members of LeadingAge's executive team, Mia is LeadingAge's Associate Director of Strategic Initiatives and Kiersten is Senior Director of Shared Learning Initiatives. Together, they work to address the effectiveness of internal and external initiatives and to advance LeadingAge's ageism work, with a strategic focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion. Theresa Reid - Having spent much of her working life in the nonprofit sector, Theresa has spent time to establish and then run the American Professional Society on the Abuse of Children, The Chicago Children's Advocacy Center, ArtsEngine and Living Arts and the Alliance for the Arts in Research Universities. She has chaired her county's chapter of Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America. And she is the innovator behind Aging For Life. Theresa sees the connections between social neglect and insufficient resources early in life and the ways these failures haunt us throughout the life course. Kyrié Carpenter - One of the co-founders of OldSchool, Kyrie has worked to shift the tragedy-only narrative of ageism and dementia through her work on the ChangingAging tour. Prior to ChangingAging, she worked with elders living in long-term care and she wrote her thesis on the Anti-Aging Myth in America. Lise Jamison - Lise is a licensed clinical social worker and Executive Director of At Home In Greenwich, a nonprofit membership organization that supports older folks in remaining at home as long as they choose to do so and that provides everything from community engagement to structures of support for individuals as they age. Talia Kaplan - a student, a gymnast, a daughter, a sister, and a huge proponent of intergenerational relationships. Click here for a full transcript of this episode.

Len Fishman has worn many hats—Director of the Gerontology Institute at UMass Boston, CEO of New England's largest non-profit senior living provider, and CEO/President of LeadingAge. Listen to his reflections on decades of experience in long-term services and support, and predictions on future challenges and opportunities. About Len Len Fishman served as director of the Gerontology Institute at UMass Boston until his retirement in 2021. The Institute is the research, policy, and public service arm of UMass Boston's gerontology program, one of the oldest and largest aging studies programs in the world. Its main areas of focus are health and health care, long-term services and support, economic security, productive aging, and demography—with a special emphasis on low-income and minority older adults. From 2000 to 2012, Len was CEO of Hebrew SeniorLife, New England's largest non-profit provider of senior housing and health care. During his tenure, HSL became an affiliate of Harvard Medical School, serving as the school's clinical research and academic teaching site in geriatrics. Before joining HSL, Len was president of Leading Age, in Washington D.C., which represents 6,000 non-profit senior housing and health care providers, serving over two million seniors in the U.S. and Canada. Key Takeaways One of the big societal changes in aging is people living longer.Within a little over 100 years, we have increased the human lifespan by over 50%. Most of the institutions that govern our lives were created when the human lifespan was much shorter. Now, however, people expect to experience another chapter in their lives. Home care has changed dramatically over the last 20 years, and much more is now being spent on home and community-based services and adult day care. Two thirds of the Medicaid budget is allocated to home and community-based services, up from one third. As a result, nursing home reimbursement has stagnated, and the state of the industry is dire. Occupancy is at historically low levels. Co-housing has not gained traction in the U.S., but there is a trend towards multigenerational housing.

The 8th episode of Season 2 of the Demystifying Diversity Podcast follows host Daralyse Lyons as she explores the implications of Ageism and the abuse that is interwoven into the fabric of American society. She is joined by gerontologists, activists, and researchers for an in-depth examination of the implications that ageism has on both our personal lives and how we operate within society at large. None of us are immune to ageism, especially older and younger individuals. In this episode, you will learn about: Ageism's far reaching implications, and how every person is simultaneously the victim of, and a perpetrator of ageist views, actions, etc. How ageism, being something that no one is immune to, creates inherent intersectionality in our identities for all of us. The importance of factoring an individual's entire life experiences into their identity, and not just their age. The critical role of autonomy in an individual's life experience and humanity. The insidious nature of ageism, and that abuse is typically perpetrated by those we know, rather than by strangers. Our guests in this episode include: Ryan Backer - Ryan is the co-creator of OldSchool, an anti-ageism clearinghouse. He is an age activist striving to undo ageism within an intersectional framework. They aim to eradicate ageism, along with white supremacy, gender bias, ableism, body shaming, homophobia, classism and all other forms of oppression. Lena Makaroun - Lena is an ex-officio board member with the American Geriatrics Society, a nationwide, not-for-profit society of geriatrics healthcare professionals dedicated to improving the health, independence, and quality of life of older people, is a Geriatrician and Research Fellow who also sees patients at the VA Center for Health Equity Research and Promotion in Pittsburgh. She studies the intersection between health policy and health equity, with a particular interest in assessing the social determinants of aging on health and in reducing and preventing elder abuse. Trish D'Antonio - Trish is the Vice President of Policy and Professional Affairs for the Gerontological Society of America, an organization that is dedicated to supporting individuals in living meaningful lives as they age, something which requires a multidisciplinary and intersectional approach. Mia Mullen & Kirsten Jacobs - Two members of LeadingAge's executive team, Mia is LeadingAge's Associate Director of Strategic Initiatives and Kirsten is Senior Director of Shared Learning Initiatives. Together, they work to address the effectiveness of internal and external initiatives and to advance LeadingAge's ageism work, with a strategic focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion. Theresa Reid - Having spent much of her working life in the nonprofit sector, Theresa has spent time to establish and then run the American Professional Society on the Abuse of Children, The Chicago Children's Advocacy Center, ArtsEngine and Living Arts and the Alliance for the Arts in Research Universities. She has chaired her county's chapter of Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America. And she is the innovator behind Aging For Life. Theresa sees the connections between social neglect and insufficient resources early in life and the ways these failures haunt us throughout the life course. Kyrié Carpenter - One of the co-founders of OldSchool, Kyrié has worked to shift the tragedy-only narrative of ageism and dementia through her work on the ChangingAging tour. Prior to ChangingAging, she worked with elders living in long-term care and she wrote her thesis on the Anti-Aging Myth in America. Lise Jamison - Lise is a licensed clinical social worker and Executive Director of At Home In Greenwich, a nonprofit membership organization that supports older folks in remaining at home as long as they choose to do so and that provides everything from community engagement to structures of support for individuals as they age. Talia Kaplan - a student, a gymnast, a daughter, a sister, and a huge proponent of intergenerational relationships. Rob Lawless - Writer who over the course of the last six years has been on a mission to make 10,000 friends through hour-long individual conversations with people with a myriad of experiences and perspectives. Emily Anderson - Emily is a marketing director and lifestyle expert turned human-centered designer and coding teacher for Girls Who Code. Click here for a full transcript of this episode.

Katie Smith Sloan is President and CEO of LeadingAge. Guided by the mission to be the trusted voice for aging, Sloan advances the organization's strategic priorities to increase impact through advocacy, enhanced member value and generates ideas to improve our current system of services and supports. As LeadingAge's President and CEO, Katie Smith Sloan seeks common ground with other stakeholders to address ageism and to promote innovation. Sloan also serves as the executive director of the Global Ageing Network, an organization with a presence in over 50 countries committed to improving the quality of life for people as they age throughout the world.Links:LeadingAgeWhat's next?Do you have any questions on the future of aging? Share your questions with us at info@seniorityauthority.org or find us on your favorite social media platform.Cathleen ToomeyLinkedin:Cathleen ToomeyWebsite:Seniority AuthorityFacebook:Seniority AuthorityInstagram:seniorityauthoritySubscribe to our podcast + download each episode on Stitcher, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify.

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Congenial long-term care luminary and sought-after consultant Larry Minnix, past president and CEO of LeadingAge, returns to the convention floor to reveal the most significant problems facing long-term care operators today. In this podcast, Minnix and McKnight's Long-Term Care News Executive Editor James Berklan also discuss what to do about the industry's challenges and the top lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic.

This long-term senior living veteran calls out the industry for being a one-trick pony. Find out why three quarters of the older adult market goes largely unaddressed, and the bigger market opportunity is farther up the pyramid of Maslow's hierarchy of needs—helping people satisfy their need for growth and self-actualization. About Dan Dan Hutson is chief marketing officer for Claiborne Senior Living, a privately held owner-operator of senior living communities throughout the Southeastern United States. He has more than 30 years of experience in helping organizations meet their marketing, communications, and strategic planning needs. Before joining Claiborne, he served as chief strategy officer for HumanGood, the seventh-largest U.S. nonprofit provider of senior housing serving 10,000 older adults. As CSO, he was responsible for strategic planning, sales and marketing, corporate communications, and innovation and experience design. Dan has spoken on senior living trends, marketing, innovation, and other topics at the NIC Fall Conference, SMASH Conference, the Argentum Chief Executive Summit, LeadingAge national and state conferences, and other gatherings of senior living leaders. He also has served on the advisory board of SMASH and the conference education planning committees for the NIC Fall Conference and LeadingAge Annual Meeting & EXPO. His marketing and communication programs have been honored by the National Mature Media Awards, Content Marketing Awards, EXCEL Awards and Healthcare Marketing IMPACT Awards. Key Takeaways Senior living needs to move away from a rigidly constructed living experience oriented around healthcare. It is not aligned with how people want to live. The nature of a care-based model makes us more risk averse than other industries. People equate their current homes with the greatest freedom to live life on their terms. They don't want to live in a setting perceived as limiting freedom and independence. There is an opportunity for senior living providers to work with outside partners to create greater value for customers.

Carol Silver Elliott is the President and CEO of the Jewish Home Family, located in northern New Jersey.  Silver Elliott began her career in acute care, serving strategic roles in marketing, planning and public relations.  Entering the world of older adult services in 2007, she immediately became involved on both a State and national level.  In 2012 Silver Elliott joined the board of LeadingAge, and is currently completing her two year term as chair.

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The Green House Project proves smaller is better—making national news for zero Covid-19 cases. Learn about their commitment to dignified spaces for those in need of long-term care, their universal worker model, and how treating the elderly as valuable and intrinsically worthy changes the paradigm of senior living. About Susan Susan Ryan, Senior Director of The Green House Project, is a leader in the strategic development of innovative thinking and cultural paradigm shifts. With international speaking and project management experience, she has served as an integral part of The Green House Project for over 12 years and has led the team through key transitions. In the quest for quality long-term care environments that are accessible and affordable, Susan has sought to leverage lessons learned from research conducted on the Green House model to develop protocols and metrics to ensure growth and sustainability. A social entrepreneur with a passion for improving quality of life for elders and those working closest to them, she offers a unique combination of skills in Nursing, Gerontology, Alzheimer's and Dementia, and strategic marketing. Susan has a background in nursing, with over 30 years of experience serving elders in a variety of settings across the continuum of care. She has been featured as a speaker many times at LeadingAge, The Pioneer Network and other high-profile conferences. Key Takeaways Green House Project's core values are Real Home—private rooms with ensuite shower, social spaces, and access to outdoors; Meaningful Life—fostering deep relationships that define the culture and finding purpose; and Empowered Workforce—a function of wise leaders able to share decision-making power. Green House utilizes the universal worker model, a self-managed work team where consistent staff perform resident care duties but also do the cooking, cleaning, and laundry. Fewer people coming and going limits exposure. Ageism is discriminating against our future selves. Long-Term Care Systems are devalued and thus underfunded. Elders are seen as “less-than.” Without funding and a shift in policy, we are “putting a bandaid on a gaping wound.”

The pandemic highlighted the deficiencies in the ability of older adults, to connect with their families and loved one's, both in our communities and nursing homes. This has led advocacy groups like LeadingAge to pursue an agenda advancing the important role of technology in aging services. LeadingAge is an association of nonprofit providers of aging services, including nursing homes that has its headquarters in Washington, D.C. There are 38 LeadingAge State Partners throughout the U.S. On Apr. 1, 2021 LeadingAge introduced a Blueprint for a Better Aging Infrastructure, which is a series of recommendations that address the economic, social and racial inequities older Americans face by expanding access to long-term care at home and in our communities; increasing affordable housing for older adults; investing in the physical and technological infrastructure of aging services—including high-speed broadband access; and addressing the fundamental need to better support and grow our aging services workforce. In addition, the present administration has put caregiving and the supporting infrastructure as an important part of their agenda. Dr. Majd Alwan. senior VP of technology and executive director of the LeadingAge Center for Aging Services Technologies (CAST) that develops and evaluates emerging technologies that can improve connectedness and engagement for older adults, joins SeniorsSTRAIGHTTalk to explain the organization's initiatives, the information that is available and how it can be accessed by both members and non-members. There is no doubt that as technology and its supporting infrastructure is available to foster connections between older adults, their families and friends, there will be a significant decline in isolation, loneliness, depression and the negative impact they have on overall mental, psychological and physical health and well-being.

We've chosen to bookend our first season of Shaping Dementia Environments with the topic of ‘Risk Attitude', because it was so fundamental to every conversation we had this season. Something we alluded to in Part 1, and that appears several times in today's episode, is the concept ‘surplus safety' – which takes the approach of applying the most restrictive condition to everyone, as opposed to creating individualized interventions that are tailored to the individual. How do we perceive risk for older adults living with dementia? How can operators push the boundaries to prioritize resident choice and quality of life, rather than putting an over-emphasis on safety above all else? First, we talk to three members of the leadership team of Kendal: Sean Kelly, Marvell Adams, and Steve Bailey. Sean Kelly, President & CEO, joined Kendal in 2008 and took on his current role in 2016. Prior to 2016, while at Kendal, Sean was responsible for fostering a culture of continuous improvement through leading and managing new opportunities for growth and evolution for Kendal. Sean came to Kendal after 10+ years working with development, finance, marketing and operations consultant to senior housing and service providers throughout the United States. Marvell Adams Jr., COO, served as Executive Director/CEO of Kendal's metro Washington, D.C.-area affiliate, Collington, for seven years, before being named The Kendal Corporation's Chief Operating Officer in October 2018. Marvell came to Collington from Rochester, New York, where he was COO/Administrator at The Highlands at Pittsford, a continuing care retirement community affiliated with the University of Rochester Medical Center. Steve Bailey, SVP of New Business and Development, joined Kendal's corporate staff in 2012 as Project Director and has directed major expansion and repositioning projects for several Kendal communities, including Kendal on Hudson and Kendal at Ithaca. He also has served as a key resource for planning and developing new Kendal communities, including development plans for Kendal at Sonoma in northern California in partnership with the San Francisco Zen Center. Steve's experience includes more than 30 years in real estate development and planning. Next, we speak with Tammy Marshall. Tammy is president & CEO of Biophilia Pharma, where she focuses on the healing power between nature and humans. Previously, she served as the first woman Chief Experience Officer in the country for ageing services, the first woman to sit on Thrive Senior Living's vision team, and the first VP of Strategic Planning for one of New York's largest long-term care systems. She previously served as chief experience officer at a New York City-based senior care nonprofit called the New Jewish Home, where she led an effort in boosting person-centered care. Marshall keynotes around the globe on the topics of ageism, woman in leadership, integrative health and civil rights for those living with changing cognitive abilities, sometimes known as Alzheimer's and Dementia. She is known for her published work on leadership, dementia care, designing environments for older adults and strategic planning. Finally, we talk to Kirsten Jacobs, who leads dementia and wellness education strategy at LeadingAge, including enhancing existing external/internal relationships and identifying areas of potential growth. She develops wellness, dementia and related content for conferences and other education efforts, including distance learning. She provides thought leadership around wellness and dementia to various audiences, including speaking/presenting at conferences and delivering technical assistance to members.   Continue the conversation in our LinkedIn group Shaping Dementia Environments: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/9044567/ Learn more about Perkins Eastman insights: https://www.perkinseastman.com/white-papers/

Today's bonus episode continues the conversation Max had with Len Fishman from the Gerontology Institute at UMass Boston.  In this clip, Len speaks to concepts of aging in community and the reality approaching the baby boomer generation in the United States. Len Fishman is a nationally recognized leader in the field of aging policy. He directs the Gerontology Institute at UMass Boston's John W. McCormack Graduate School of Policy and Global Studies. For 12 years he served as CEO of Hebrew SeniorLife, New England's largest nonprofit provider of senior housing and health care. Prior to joining Hebrew SeniorLife, Fishman was president and CEO of LeadingAge, a coalition of 6,000 non-profit aging services organizations, in Washington, D.C. He served as commissioner of the New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services under Governor Christine Todd Whitman. Before that, he was a health care lawyer in NJ and PA.   Continue the conversation in our LinkedIn group Shaping Dementia Environments: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/9044567/ Learn more about Perkins Eastman insights: https://www.perkinseastman.com/white-papers/

How do we craft authentic environments for dementia when the population we're serving is ever-changing and diverse?  Join Jennifer and Max as we talk to 4 great guests – Len Fishman, Kim O'Brien, Amy McDonough, and Bill Browning – about the importance of both physical places and social relationships in the formation of authentic environments for older adults living with dementia. First, we speak with Len Fishman, a nationally recognized leader in the field of aging policy. He directs the Gerontology Institute at UMass Boston's John W. McCormack Graduate School of Policy and Global Studies. For 12 years he served as CEO of Hebrew SeniorLife, New England's largest nonprofit provider of senior housing and health care. Prior to joining Hebrew SeniorLife, Fishman was president and CEO of LeadingAge, a coalition of 6,000 non-profit aging services organizations, in Washington, D.C. He served as commissioner of the New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services under Governor Christine Todd Whitman. Before that, he was a health care lawyer in NJ and PA. Next, we talk to Kim O'Brien and Amy McDonough of United Active Living in Calgary, Alberta. Kim serves as president and CEO at United Active Living. Their communities provide independent living, assisted living, and memory care in an innovative integrated community. Prior to joining United Active Living, Kim served as the CEO of Horizon Housing Society, a non-profit charitable organization specializing in the development and operations of affordable housing in Calgary. While in this role, she was a strong voice locally and nationally for the lasting positive impacts from people having access to a safe, quality home and the opportunity to be a part of the community. Amy leads the United Minds program at United Active Living. In this role, Amy implements and leads the company's integrated living and relationship-centered philosophy, educating and empowering front-line staff, managers, families, and residents to support those living with dementia. Before joining the team at United Active Living, Amy served as volunteer coordinator and memory care support at Convent Care Canada and as recreation therapist and co-lead of the Dementia Butterfly Model of Care Project at Intercare Southwood Care Center. Finally, we speak with Bill Browning, one of the green building and real estate industry's foremost thinkers and strategists, and an advocate for sustainable design solutions at all levels of business, government, and civil society. In 2006, Bill founded Terrapin Bright Green to craft high-performance environmental strategies for corporations, governments, and large-scale real estate developments. Previously, in 1991, he founded Green Development Services at the Rocky Mountain Institute, an entrepreneurial, non-profit “think and do tank.” Past roles include Director of Design and Environment for Haymount, VA, co-founder of Browning+Bannon LLC, founding member of the USGBC Board of Directors, and Chair of USGBC's Governance Committee. He is a co-author of several books and publications including most recently Nature Inside: A Biophilic Design Guide.   Continue the conversation in our LinkedIn group Shaping Dementia Environments: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/9044567/ Learn more about Perkins Eastman insights: https://www.perkinseastman.com/white-papers/

How do we prioritize multi-sensory engagement with nature in decisions both about the design of our built environment and the ongoing operation of senior communities? Join Jennifer and Max as we talk to 3 great guests – Bill Browning, Kirsten Jacobs, and Tammy Marshall – about their experiences in creating and managing environments for older adults that enhance connections with the natural world. First, we speak with Bill Browning, one of the green building and real estate industry's foremost thinkers and strategists, and an advocate for sustainable design solutions at all levels of business, government, and civil society. In 2006, Bill founded Terrapin Bright Green to craft high-performance environmental strategies for corporations, governments, and large-scale real estate developments. Previously, in 1991, he founded Green Development Services at the Rocky Mountain Institute, an entrepreneurial, non-profit “think and do tank.” Past roles include Director of Design and Environment for Haymount, VA, co-founder of Browning+Bannon LLC, founding member of the USGBC Board of Directors, and Chair of USGBC's Governance Committee. He is a co-author of several books and publications including most recently Nature Inside: A Biophilic Design Guide. Next, we talk to Kirsten Jacobs, who leads dementia and wellness education strategy at LeadingAge, including enhancing existing external/internal relationships and identifying areas of potential growth. She develops wellness, dementia and related content for conferences and other education efforts, including distance learning. She provides thought leadership around wellness and dementia to various audiences, including speaking/presenting at conferences and delivering technical assistance to members. Finally, we speak with Tammy Marshall. Tammy is president & CEO of Biophilia Pharma, where she focuses on the healing power between nature and humans. Previously, she served as the first woman Chief Experience Officer in the country for ageing services, the first woman to sit on Thrive Senior Living's vision team, and the first VP of Strategic Planning for one of New York's largest long-term care systems. She previously served as chief experience officer at a New York City-based senior care nonprofit called the New Jewish Home, where she led an effort in boosting person-centered care. Marshall keynotes around the globe on the topics of ageism, woman in leadership, integrative health and civil rights for those living with changing cognitive abilities, sometimes known as Alzheimer's and Dementia. She is known for her published work on leadership, dementia care, designing environments for older adults and strategic planning.   Continue the conversation in our LinkedIn group Shaping Dementia Environments: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/9044567/ Learn more about Perkins Eastman insights: https://www.perkinseastman.com/white-papers/

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How do we build trust and meaningful relationships with older adults living with dementia while empowering them to make decisions in their daily lives?  Join Jennifer and Max as we talk to 4 great guests – Carrie Chiusano, Kim O'Brien, Amy McDonough, and Len Fishman about their experiences educating leadership, frontline staff, family, and communities about dementia. We kick off the conversation with Carrie Chiusano. Carrie has 36 years of long-term care experience with Presbyterian SeniorCare Network, helping to shape and implement the Woodside Place philosophy of specialty care for persons living with dementia. Prior to being appointed Executive Director for the Presbyterian SeniorCare Network Dementia Care Center of Excellence in January 2016, Carrie served for five years as the Administrator for Woodside Place of Oakmont, which opened in 1991 and was one of the nation's first dementia-specific residential community. Carrie is responsible for the integration of dementia care services across the various settings that comprise the Network as well as the family caregivers coping with the disease. Next, we talk to Kim O'Brien and Amy McDonough of United Active Living in Calgary, Alberta. Kim serves as president and CEO at United Active Living. Their communities provide independent living, assisted living, and memory care in an innovative integrated community. Prior to joining United Active Living, Kim served as the CEO of Horizon Housing Society, a non-profit charitable organization specializing in the development and operations of affordable housing in Calgary. While in this role, she was a strong voice locally and nationally for the lasting positive impacts from people having access to a safe, quality home and the opportunity to be a part of the community. Amy leads the United Minds program at United Active Living. In this role, Amy implements and leads the company's integrated living and relationship-centered philosophy, educating and empowering front-line staff, managers, families, and residents to support those living with dementia. Before joining the team at United Active Living, Amy served as volunteer coordinator and memory care support at Convent Care Canada and as recreation therapist and co-lead of the Dementia Butterfly Model of Care Project at Intercare Southwood Care Center. Finally, we speak with Len Fishman. Len is a nationally recognized leader in the field of aging policy. He directs the Gerontology Institute at UMass Boston's John W. McCormack Graduate School of Policy and Global Studies. For 12 years he served as CEO of Hebrew SeniorLife, New England's largest nonprofit provider of senior housing and health care. Prior to joining Hebrew SeniorLife, Fishman was president and CEO of LeadingAge, a coalition of 6,000 non-profit aging services organizations, in Washington, D.C. He served as commissioner of the New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services under Governor Christine Todd Whitman. Before that, he was a health care lawyer in NJ and PA.   Continue the conversation in our LinkedIn group Shaping Dementia Environments: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/9044567/ Learn more about Perkins Eastman insights: https://www.perkinseastman.com/white-papers/

Why is emphasizing normalcy part of the dialogue in discussing environments for older adults living with dementia – aren't all homes meant to be normal? Join Max and Jennifer as they talk to three guests, Kirsten Jacobs, Tammy Marshall, and Damian Utton, about how our society's views and the spaces we build can support the complex, fulfilled lives of older adults. We kick off the conversation with Kirsten Jacobs, who leads dementia and wellness education strategy at LeadingAge, including enhancing existing external/internal relationships and identifying areas of potential growth. She develops wellness, dementia and related content for conferences and other education efforts, including distance learning. She provides thought leadership around wellness and dementia to various audiences, including speaking/presenting at conferences and delivering technical assistance to members. Next up, we speak with Tammy Marshall. Tammy is president & CEO of BiophiliaPharma, where she focuses on the healing power between nature and humans. Previously, she served as the first woman Chief Experience Officer in the country for ageing services, the first woman to sit on Thrive Senior Living's vision team, and the first VP of Strategic Planning for one of New York's largest long-term care systems. She previously served as chief experience officer at a New York City-based senior care nonprofit called the New Jewish Home, where she led an effort in boosting person-centered care. Marshall keynotes around the globe on the topics of ageism, woman in leadership, integrative health and civil rights for those living with changing cognitive abilities, sometimes known as Alzheimer's and Dementia. She is known for her published work on leadership, dementia care, designing environments for older adults and strategic planning. Finally, we speak with Damian Utton. Damian has been with Pozzoni Architecture since 1997 and is now a Director, bringing his wealth of experience in design for older people to his co-ordination and leadership of research and development at the firm. In the late 2000's, he spent a sabbatical touring and researching more than 100 dementia environments around the world, and the findings became his book: ‘Designing Homes for People with Dementia'. He subsequently has authored and co-authored books on designing for older people and people with dementia and writes frequently for the care press.   Continue the conversation in our LinkedIn group Shaping Dementia Environments: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/9044567/ Learn more about Perkins Eastman insights: https://www.perkinseastman.com/white-papers/

In part 1 of a 2-part series on risk attitude in dementia environments, Max and Jennifer talk to 4 great guests – Kim O'Brien, Amy McDonough, Len Fishman, and Bill Browning – about this difficult but timely topic for senior housing and care. We all experience certain amounts of risk in our daily lives, and allowing for that in dementia environments becomes a complex calculation. We kick off the conversation with Kim O'Brien and Amy McDonough of United Active Living in Calgary, Alberta. Kim serves as president and CEO at United Active Living. Their communities provide independent living, assisted living, and memory care in an innovative integrated community. Prior to joining United Active Living, Kim served as the CEO of Horizon Housing Society, a non-profit charitable organization specializing in the development and operations of affordable housing in Calgary. While in this role, she was a strong voice locally and nationally for the lasting positive impacts from people having access to a safe, quality home and the opportunity to be a part of the community. Amy leads the United Minds program at United Active Living. In this role, Amy implements and leads the company's integrated living and relationship-centered philosophy, educating and empowering front-line staff, managers, families, and residents to support those living with dementia. Before joining the team at United Active Living, Amy served as volunteer coordinator and memory care support at Convent Care Canada and as recreation therapist and co-lead of the Dementia Butterfly Model of Care Project at Intercare Southwood Care Center. Next up, we speak with Len Fishman. Len is a nationally recognized leader in the field of aging policy. He directs the Gerontology Institute at UMass Boston's John W. McCormack Graduate School of Policy and Global Studies. For 12 years he served as CEO of Hebrew SeniorLife, New England's largest nonprofit provider of senior housing and health care. Prior to joining Hebrew SeniorLife, Fishman was president and CEO of LeadingAge, a coalition of 6,000 non-profit aging services organizations, in Washington, D.C. He served as commissioner of the New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services under Governor Christine Todd Whitman. Before that, he was a health care lawyer in NJ and PA. Finally, we speak with Bill Browning, one of the green building and real estate industry's foremost thinkers and strategists, and an advocate for sustainable design solutions at all levels of business, government, and civil society. In 2006, Bill founded Terrapin Bright Green to craft high-performance environmental strategies for corporations, governments, and large-scale real estate developments. Previously, in 1991, he founded Green Development Services at the Rocky Mountain Institute, an entrepreneurial, non-profit “think and do tank.” Past roles include Director of Design and Environment for Haymount, VA, co-founder of Browning+Bannon LLC, founding member of the USGBC Board of Directors, and Chair of USGBC's Governance Committee. He is a co-author of several books and publications including most recently Nature Inside: A Biophilic Design Guide.   Continue the conversation in our LinkedIn group Shaping Dementia Environments: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/9044567/   Learn more about Perkins Eastman insights: https://www.perkinseastman.com/white-papers/

Melissa Andrews is the President & CEO of LeadingAge Virginia, a state affiliate of LeadingAge.  Melissa speaks with returning student interviewer Molly Wylie, about leading an association that represents the whole continuum of aging services.

Conversation with Dana Parsons, Vice President & Legislative Counsel, LeadingAge Virginia, about nursing home vulnerability during COVID-19 and use of infection control, prevention measures, restricted social activities, and vaccinations to prevent infections and protect residents.

Kirsten Jacobs discusses how ageism and segregation negatively impact the senior living industry—based on her work co-leading LeadingAge's ageism work on an America freed from ageism. She also shares key takeaways from the 2020 conference, and how Covid-19 could threaten industry progress. About Kirsten With nearly 20 years of experience in older adult housing and services, memory care, and long-term care management, Kirsten credits her four grandparents for her passion for the field. Her undergraduate thesis project, which focused on sharing art with older adults, set the stage for an ongoing interest in dementia and holistic wellbeing. Kirsten has held various positions—including administrator and executive director. Currently, she serves on the knowledge team at LeadingAge, a national association of elder serving organizations. As the director of dementia and wellness education, Kirsten leads LeadingAge's dementia and wellness collaborative learning strategy and provides thought leadership to various audiences, including speaking/presenting and delivering technical assistance to LeadingAge members. Kirsten co-leads LeadingAge's ageism work which supports the organization's vision, an America freed from ageism. Kirsten earned a Master of Social Work (MSW) and gerontology certificate from Portland State University (Portland, OR) and a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in arts administration and a minor in studio art from Scripps College (Claremont, CA). Key Takeaways Ageism negatively effects senior living because if we don't value older adults as a community, country, and culture, we are not going to value the people, or the places, focused on them. There is a lack of evidence on the efficacy of separate memory care facilities. Covid-19 could shift the industry from a person-directed approach toward a more institutional model as infection control moves to the forefront. Senior living communities are finding more creative ways to create connection, such as hallway gatherings where residents meet in their doorways, and better use of outdoor spaces and nature. Thank you to our Season 3 Sponsor Project Relevance! Project Relevance is a boutique advisory group focused on bringing innovative products and services that advance the health and well-being of caregivers, older adults and those navigating end-of-life. Collaborating with a diverse and dynamic group of providers, professionals, consumers and funding sources, we help our innovators connect, solve and evolve in unique and relevant ways.

Katie Smith Sloan is the President and CEO of LeadingAge. Katie leads an association of over 5000 providers of services for older adults nationwide.  Katie is interviewed by young professional Jordan Kirchgessner Lollar about her career path and journey from college to today.  Katie shares her thoughts on leading through the pandemic.