LeadingAge PA

🎄✨ Happy Holidays from LeadingAge PA! ✨🎄 This holiday season, we extend our warmest wishes to you and your loved ones. The LeadingAge PA team and our Board of Directors thank you for your unwavering dedication to advancing aging services in Pennsylvania. May your holidays be filled with joy, peace, and the company of those who matter most. Here's to a bright and prosperous New Year ahead!

We sincerely thank our General Sponsors for their fantastic support and partnership. Your contributions truly make a significant difference and we’re thankful to have you on this journey with us! Let’s celebrate these amazing sponsors: Greystone Communities, Hartman Executive Advisors, HSA Mechanical, ShiftKey, Freedom Village Brandywine, Symbria

As technology influences our daily lives, residents in aging services are raising their expectations for services like telehealth, smart home devices, and high-speed internet. Join us for an upcoming #webinar exploring the innovations driving this shift and discussing how senior living communities can meet the demand for personalized and seamless experiences. Learn more here: https://ow.ly/Rv3I50UuxgU #AgingServices #SeniorLiving #Telehealth #SeniorCare #DigitalHealth

Our network continues to grow, driving innovation and collaboration in Pennsylvania's aging services! This year, LeadingAge PA celebrated remarkable success with the expansion of our membership and business partners. As we look ahead to 2025, we’re excited to build even more meaningful and impactful partnerships. Explore all that we achieved this year here: https://ow.ly/Kank50Us7Kr

📅 2025 Dates to Remember for Aging Services Providers! As we enter 2025, be aware of important dates. From notable holidays to LeadingAge PA events and funding opportunities, mark these key dates on your calendar to stay informed and prepared for the year ahead! Find the list here: https://ow.ly/M3ix50UtJax

At EmpathyTech Philadelphia, hosted by Pletly and NewCourtland , Garry Pezzano of LeadingAge PA led a crucial discussion on the future of aging and caregiving technologies. Joining him were Jack Stoddard (CEO, Patina), Kelly Johnston (COO, Quarvis Health, Inc.), Ellen Cathrine Andersen (CEO, DignaCare/Sencom), George Demiris (Associate Dean, Research and Innovation, University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing ) and Anne Ollen (Managing Director, TIAA Institute). They explored how technology can address the evolving needs of older adults and support their caregivers, emphasizing the importance of empathetic design and greater collaboration. Thanks to Garry and all the panelists for their insightful contributions! ❤️ 👉 Watch the full sessions here: https://lnkd.in/dYQrQgvg

Join David C. Marshall of Latsha Davis & Marshall, P.C. for a webinar on the updated CMS requirements for Medicare enrollment, revalidation, and CHOW (Change of Ownership). These changes enhance transparency for skilled nursing facilities and require all Medicare providers to revalidate by May 1, 2025. Don’t miss this crucial session to ensure compliance. Register here: https://ow.ly/sSSK50UsHwK #SkilledNursing #RegulatoryCompliance #HealthcareCompliance

📢 Nominations Opening Soon! 📢 Nominations for the 2025 Distinguished Service Award (DSA) will be open from January 7 to February 18! This prestigious program, established in 1973, recognizes the exceptional contributions of LeadingAge PA members who enhance the continuum of aging services in Pennsylvania. Prepare to nominate someone who inspires excellence and positively impacts the lives of older adults! Learn more here: https://ow.ly/nEOz50UsEcy #LeadingAgePA #AgingServices #SeniorServices #RecognizingExcellence

Thank you to our Presenting Sponsors! We are grateful for their support. Their commitment helps drive our success and makes our vision achievable. A huge shoutout to these incredible partners: Affinity Health Services, Baker Tilly , Barley Snyder, Paymerang, a Corpay Brand , CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen) , Creating Results - Strategic Marketing , CCL Hospitality Group , Forefront , HealthPRO Heritage , HJ Sims , HealthDirect Pharmacy Services , Johnson, Kendall & Johnson , Lockton , McGriff Optum , Piper Sandler , Prelude Services , RKL LLP , Holleran , Tandem Senior Living Advisors, RLPS Architects , SFCS Architects , Sodexo, Value First, Wagman #Gratitude #PresentingSponsors #ThankYou #Collaboration #Success

This year, we achieved remarkable progress through collective advocacy efforts, including our State Lobby Day, six Legislative Breakfasts, and robust grassroots engagement. These efforts led to significant budget victories that will support aging services in Pennsylvania: ✅ 7.04% Medicaid rate increase for nursing homes ✅ 8.48% Medicaid rate increase for Living Independence for the Elderly (LIFE) providers ✅ $21M allocated for Medical Assistance Day-One Incentive payments ✅ $40M allocated to housing initiatives through the PHARE Fund Together, we are making a real difference for those we serve. Want to see more? Explore all of our 2024 Accomplishments here: https://ow.ly/B8Tj50Uq8b6 Read our latest blog posts: https://ow.ly/pzlU50Ur0v9