Join like-minded professionals who are committed to creating a just society where every person has the resources to age well. Sign up for peer-to-peer learning, innovative ideas, policy solutions, and engaging dialogue—all from the convenience of your home or office. LTSS Center Research Fellow Jane Tavares will participate in a…...
McKnight’s Women of Distinction: Day 2
McKnight’s Long-Term Care News and McKnight’s Senior Living will recognize women leaders in skilled nursing and senior living who inspire others and have a powerful effect on the lives of the individuals they serve. During the McKnight’s Women of Distinction Virtual Awards Celebration and Forum, you’ll have the opportunity to…...
McKnight’s Women of Distinction: Day 1
McKnight’s Long-Term Care News and McKnight’s Senior Living will recognize women leaders in skilled nursing and senior living who inspire others and have a powerful effect on the lives of the individuals they serve. During the two-day event, you’ll have the opportunity to celebrate the achievements of Hall of Honor…...
SAVE THE DATE: The Role of Companion Animals as Sentinels for Predicting Environmental Exposure Effects on Aging and Cancer Susceptibility in Humans (A Workshop)
A planning committee of the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine will organize and host a public workshop to examine the potential role of companion animals as sentinels of relevant, shared environmental exposures that may affect human aging and cancer. The workshop will explore the opportunities and challenges for using this…...
Strengthening the Direct Care Workforce: Scaling Up and Sustaining Strategies That Work
Join Mathematica’s Center for Studying Disability Policy for a webinar in which a leading researcher, policymaker, advocate, and direct care professional will discuss evidence-based policies and practices for strengthening the direct care workforce in the wake of the pandemic. Panelists will: Highlight state and local initiatives that scaled up evidence-based recruitment,…...
Planning for Seniors Housing in Changing Cities: A Cross-National Exchange
This virtual conference features presentations and discussions on priority topics related to seniors housing, such as housing preservation, eviction prevention, and access to support services. Students, researchers, community practitioners, policymakers and older tenants from across Canada and the United States will have opportunities to collaborate, exchange knowledge, and share ideas…...
First Stop Enrollment: Getting it Right for Medicare-Medicaid Enrollees
Twelve million Americans are dually eligible for Medicare and Medicaid. Misaligned incentives across these programs can result in higher costs and worse health outcomes. As a result, policy makers have been especially interested in developing integrated care programs to better coordinate services and align payment mechanisms. These programs aim to…...
Future of Nursing 2020-2030: Charting a Path to Achieve Health Equity
Panelists in this webinar will discuss findings and recommendations from The Future of Nursing 2020-2030: Charting a Path to Achieve Health Equity. The report explores how nurses can work over the next decade to reduce health disparities and promote equity, while keeping costs at bay, utilizing technology, and maintaining patient and…...
Panel Discussion on Non-Academic Careers in Aging-Related Fields
This Special Gerontology Speaker Series Event, sponsored by the UMass Boston Gerontology Honor Society, will include these panelists: Verena Cimarolli, PhD LeadingAge LTSS Center Hayley Gleason, PhD Colorado Department of Health Care Policy & Financing Michelle Washko, PhD National Center for Health Workforce Analysis Joel Weissman,…...
Pioneer Network Culture Change in Action Webinar: Growing Person-Centeredness
Throughout the pandemic, the principles and practices that guide the culture change movement have made a difference in the lives of residents and team members. This webinar brings together three compassionate leaders who, during this challenging past year, have led organizations known for their compassionate cultures: Donna Moore, chief operating…...