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SUMMARY:Management Strategies for Workers Compensation in Today’s Long Term Care Environment - Free Member Education
DESCRIPTION:Seminar is Free for Leading Age and HCFM members. Cost is $75 for non-members.\nProgram Objective: Learn the elements of Total Safety Management\, a comprehensive behavior- based\nsafety program\, to reduce employee injury and minimize workers compensation expense. Learn about\nclaims management and the HCFM workers compensation insurance trust.\nContinuing Education Credits: Approved for 5.0 Administrator Clock Hours by the Missouri Board of\nNursing Home Administrators.\nDay 1 Agenda\n9:00-9:30 Background and Overview of HCFM Anthony Ross\, Carpenter and Company\n9:30-10:15 Total Safey Management Jill Burford\, Summit Safety\n10:15-10:30 Break\n10:30-11:45 Total Safety Management (cont.) Jill Burford\, Summit Safety\nDay 2 Agenda\n9:00-10:00 Claims Management Lucille DiMaria/Michael Moll\, Corvel\n10:00-10:15 Break\n10:15-11:15 Drug Testing Angela Garrison\, Tomo Drug Testing\n11:15-11:45 Wrap up Jill Burford\, Summit Safety \nApril 8th Zoom Registration: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81499855490 \nApril 9th Zoom Registration:  https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83546190685
URL:https://leadingagemissouri.org/event/management-strategies-for-workers-compensation-in-todays-long-term-care-environment-free-member-education/
CATEGORIES:Governance,Human Resources,Leadership,Management,Operations
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SUMMARY:Cutting Through the Noise: Making Sense of EDR\, XDR\, MDR & Modern Security Controls
DESCRIPTION:In partnership with LeadingAge Georgia\, LeadingAge Missouri presents: \nCutting Through the Noise: Making Sense of EDR\, XDR\, MDR & Modern Security Controls \nPatrick H. Whelan helps senior-care and healthcare leaders focus on the security controls that truly matter. Learn how to reduce risk\, choose the right solutions\, and build a clear\, confidence-boosting framework for smarter cybersecurity decisions. \nPresenter: Patrick Whelan\, Vice President\, Fortuna Cysec\, Inc. \nApproved for 1 LNHA/RCAL Administrator CEU (TA-015-02-28DL)
URL:https://leadingagemissouri.org/event/cutting-through-the-noise-making-sense-of-edr-xdr-mdr-modern-security-controls/
CATEGORIES:Governance,Human Resources,Leadership,Management,Operations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260416T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260416T190000
DTSTAMP:20260327T154605Z
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SUMMARY:Free Learning Activity Event - Discover the World Around You with STELLA
DESCRIPTION:“From Earth to the Cosmos: How NASA’s Backyard Instruments Are Preparing Us to Farm Beyond Our Planet” \n\nTalk Description: NASA satellites like Landsat have spent over 50 years watching our planet\, monitoring crops\, tracking droughts\, measuring the health of forests from orbit\, and increasing our understanding of Earth’s dynamic processes. But how do we take what we’ve learned and apply it to our spacecraft\, the Moon\, Mars and beyond? In this talk\, NASA’s Mike Taylor introduces STELLA\, a family of open-source scientific instruments that anyone can build for under $200 and explores how the same principles NASA uses to monitor Earth are preparing us to grow food\, monitor air\, and sustain life across the cosmos. STELLA won’t be going to the Moon\, but something like it will\, and the people learning on STELLA today may be the ones who build it. Join us for a fascinating look at how backyard science is building the workforce for humanity’s next giant leap.\nSpeaker: Mike Taylor (NASA Goddard Space Flight Center)\nSpeaker Bio: Mike Taylor is an Outreach Scientist at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center\, where he has worked for over 18 years. He leads the STELLA project\, a growing family of low-cost\, open-source remote sensing instruments for research and education. Mike holds both a master’s and a bachelor’s degree in GIS from the University of Maryland.\nWebinar Connection Info:\n\nJoin the meeting now\nMeeting ID: 288 251 845 521 9\nPasscode: Uv67dJ3p\nJoin by phone: +1-256-715-9946 (phone conference ID: 701 376 404#)\n\n\n\n  \nLastly\, I wanted to share that NASA is targeting no earlier than Wednesday\, April 1\, for the Artemis II test flight to the Moon. Artemis II is NASA’s first crewed mission under the Artemis program and will launch from the agency’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida. Check out this news release to learn how you can view the launch and other events throughout the mission.
URL:https://leadingagemissouri.org/event/free-learning-activity-event-discover-the-world-around-you-with-stella/
CATEGORIES:Activity Professionals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260518T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260520T120000
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SUMMARY:2026 LeadingAge Missouri Annual Conference + Expo
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://leadingagemissouri.org/conference/
LOCATION:Margaritaville Lake Ozark\, 494 Tan Tar A Dr\, Osage Beach\, MO\, 65065\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity Professionals,Caregivers,Governance,Human Resources,Leadership,Management,Marketing/Sales,Operations
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SUMMARY:Free Activity Learning Event - Habitable Worlds Observatory
DESCRIPTION:Talk Title: “The Habitable Worlds Observatory: A Story of Life in the Universe”\nTalk Description: The Habitable Worlds Observatory (HWO) is a flagship space telescope concept recommended by the astronomy community to be NASA’s next great observatory after the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) and the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope. Its primary\, groundbreaking mission is to be the first telescope specifically designed to find and study Earth-like planets orbiting Sun-like stars. However\, while it hunts for life in the universe\, HWO will also act as a powerful general-purpose observatory. It will study the evolution of galaxies\, the birth and death of stars\, and the mysteries of our own solar system with unprecedented resolution.\nSpeaker: Dr. Sara Faggi (NASA Goddard Space Flight Center)\nSpeaker Bio: Dr. Sara Faggi received her Ph.D. in Physics and Astrophysics from Università degli Studi di Firenze. She is a planetary scientist at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center. Her expertise includes remote sensing of solar system objects employing infrared spectroscopy. She is Co-I of the MIRMIS spectrometer onboard the Comet Interceptor mission\, senior developer of the Planetary Spectrum Generator (PSG)\, and Deputy Solar System Lead for the Habitable Worlds Observatory (HWO).\nWebinar Connection Info:\n\nJoin the meeting now\nMeeting ID: 249 760 042 802 9\nPasscode: 3fs32U8i\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://leadingagemissouri.org/event/free-activity-learning-event-habitable-worlds-observatory/
CATEGORIES:Activity Professionals
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SUMMARY:Free Activity Learning Event - Artemis II: Observing the Moon
DESCRIPTION:More Information to Come \n\nJoin the meeting now\nMeeting ID: 241 036 877 727 5\nPasscode: yG9s42kY\n\nJoin by phone: +1-256-715-9946 (phone conference ID: 629 318 157#) \nSpeaker: TBD
URL:https://leadingagemissouri.org/event/free-activity-learning-event-artemis-ii-observing-the-moon/
CATEGORIES:Activity Professionals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260805T103000
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SUMMARY:Scrub a Dub\, Dub: Infection Control for Housekeeping and Laundry
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nThis session will focus on the challenges of infection control in housekeeping and laundry within long-term care. \nLearning Objectives\nDescribe the infection control requirements for both housekeeping and laundry in long-term care.\nInvestigate different cleaner and disinfectant products and instructions for use related to your facility equipment and supplies.\nDetermine if current infection prevention practices\, product selection\, and equipment meet the necessary requirements to maintain a safe\, sanitary environment \nWho Should Attend?\nProviders across the senior care continuum—from independent and assisted living to skilled nursing\, life plan communities\, adult day\, and home and community-based services. This program is designed for administrators\, nurses\, and environmental services. \nApproved for 1 administrative CEU. \nLocation\nOnline. \nVirtual Link: Class Material and Zoom link will be sent two days prior \nFaculty\nDeb Patterson Burdsall PhD\, RN-BC\, CIC\, LTC-CIP\, FAPIC \nDeb Burdsall is a long-term care Infection Preventionist who has worked in nursing since 1974. She started as a nurse’s aide\, and has worked as a staff nurse\, nursing supervisor\, interim director of healthcare services\, MDS/care plan coordinator\, wound nurse\, quality assurance coordinator\, and clinical inservice coordinator. Deb has worked in acute care in both medical oncology and telemetry at a large academic medical center. \nDeb is board certified in infection prevention and control (CIC)\, long term care infection prevention and control (LTC-CIP)\, and ANCC certified in gerontological nursing. She is a Fellow of the Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC). \nDeb is a grantee with Hektoen Institute and The Illinois Department of Public Health working with congregate care settings in Illinois. She works to find evidence-based\, cost-effective infection prevention strategies for long term care. She co-authored the APIC Infection Prevention in Long Term Care and is an author for the Multisociety guidance for infection prevention and control in nursing homes. Deb has been on working groups for other APIC toolkits and documents\, including the APIC LTC-CIP Review Course\, APIC/IPAC Ethical Infection Prevention and Control (EIPAC) Decision Making Framework\, and the AADNS/APIC Implementing the Use of Enhanced Barrier Precautions in Skilled LTC Nursing Facilities.
URL:https://leadingagemissouri.org/event/scrub-a-dub-dub-infection-control-for-housekeeping-and-laundry/
CATEGORIES:Caregivers,Operations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260811T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260811T113000
DTSTAMP:20260824T172044Z
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SUMMARY:The Impact of Social Media and AI on Medicine and Clinical Practice
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nThis Webinar will define social media and review the various internet-based platforms that allow individuals and communities to share healthcare-related information. Participants will explore the advantages\, disadvantages\, and growing impact of artificial intelligence and social media in healthcare communication and connection. The session will also outline best-practice guidelines for using social media and electronic communication while ensuring compliance with applicable laws\, regulations\, and professional standards. \nLearning Objectives \n\nDefine social media including a list of internet-based platforms that allow individuals and communities to share healthcare-related information\nIdentify advantages\, disadvantages and impact of utilizing AI and social media for healthcare information\, communication and connection\nOutline best practice guidelines for utilizing SM and electronic communication to ensure compliance with laws and statutes\n\nWho Should Attend?\nProviders across the senior care continuum—from independent and assisted living to skilled nursing\, life plan communities\, home health\, and community-based services\, adult day and hospice.  This program is designed for  administrators\, nurses\, activities\, social services\, human resources\, marketing and all leadership. \nApproved for 1 administrative CEU. \nLocation\nOnline. \nVirtual Link: Class Material and Zoom link will be sent two days prior \nFaculty\nDr. Kathleen Weissberg\, (MS in OT\, 1993; Doctoral 2014) in her 30+ years of practice\, has worked in rehabilitation and long-term care as an executive\, researcher and educator.  She has established numerous programs in nursing facilities; authored peer-reviewed publications on topics such as low vision\, dementia quality care\, and wellness; has spoken at numerous conferences both nationally and internationally. She provides continuing education support to over 30\,000 therapists\, nurses\, and administrators nationwide as National Director of Education for Select Rehabilitation. She is a Certified Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Care Trainer\, Certified Dementia Care Practitioner\, Certified Montessori Dementia Care Practitioner\, Certified Fall Prevention Specialist\, a Certified Geriatric Care Practitioner\, and Trauma Informed Educator.  She serves as the Region 1 Director for the American Occupational Therapy Association Political Action Committee and is an adjunct professor at Gannon University in Erie\, PA.
URL:https://leadingagemissouri.org/event/the-impact-of-social-media-and-ai-on-medicine-and-clinical-practice/
CATEGORIES:Activity Professionals,Management,Marketing/Sales
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260812T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260813T120000
DTSTAMP:20260805T011614Z
CREATED:20260226T221226Z
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SUMMARY:Management Strategies for Workers Compensation in Today’s Long Term Care Environment - Free Member Education
DESCRIPTION:Seminar is Free for Leading Age and HCFM members. Cost is $75 for non-members. \nProgram Objective: Learn the elements of Total Safety Management\, a comprehensive behavior- based safety program\, to reduce employee injury and minimize workers compensation expense. Learn about claims management and the HCFM workers compensation insurance trust. \nContinuing Education Credits: Approved for 5.0 Administrator Clock Hours by the Missouri Board of\nNursing Home Administrators.\n \nAugust 12 Agenda\n9:00-9:30 Background and Overview of HCFM Anthony Ross\, Carpenter and Company\n9:30-10:15 Total Safey Management Jill Burford\, Summit Safety\n10:15-10:30 Break\n10:30-11:45 Total Safety Management (cont.) Jill Burford\, Summit Safety \nAugust 13 Agenda\n9:00-10:00 Claims Management Lucille DiMaria/Michael Moll\, Corvel\n10:00-10:15 Break\n10:15-11:15 Drug Testing Angela Garrison\, Tomo Drug Testing\n11:15-11:45 Wrap up Jill Burford\, Summit Safety \nAug 12: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81077239732\nAug 13: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84780122435
URL:https://leadingagemissouri.org/event/management-strategies-for-workers-compensation-in-todays-long-term-care-environment-free-member-education-2/
CATEGORIES:Governance,Human Resources,Leadership,Management,Operations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260825T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260825T113000
DTSTAMP:20260824T172159Z
CREATED:20260727T184002Z
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SUMMARY:Be CAUTIous: An Interactive Session of Infection Prevention Practices
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nThis session will review potential causes of CAUTIs and UTIs and explore updates in CAUTI prevention and catheter care\, including nurse-driven practices. The presenter will provide opportunities for on-line interactive education and a deep dive into the best practices for infection prevention within a long-term care setting. \nLearning Objectives \n\nOutline the etiology of CAUTIs and UTIs\nIdentify Best Practices in CAUTI and UTI prevention\nRecognize recent updates in CAUTI and UTI prevention practice\n\nWho Should Attend?\nProviders across the senior care continuum—from independent and assisted living to skilled nursing\, life plan communities\, home health\, and community-based services.  This program is designed for administrators and nurses. \nApproved for 1 administrative CEU. \nLocation\nOnline. \nVirtual Link: Class Material and Zoom link will be sent two days prior \nFaculty\nMary Cantu\, BS\, RN\nMedical Science Liaison\, Medline Industries\, LP\nMary Cantu\, BS\, RN is a seasoned healthcare professional with over 40 years of experience. She dedicated 23 years to multispecialty surgery\, procedural nursing\, and education\, prior to dedicating an additional 20+ years to clinical consulting and educational roles. Her career has been marked by a strong focus on education and evidence-based clinical practices across acute and long-term care\, particularly in infection prevention.
URL:https://leadingagemissouri.org/event/be-cautious-an-interactive-session-of-infection-prevention-practices/
CATEGORIES:Caregivers,Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260902T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260902T113000
DTSTAMP:20260824T172212Z
CREATED:20260727T184320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T172212Z
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SUMMARY:CMS Updates to HIPAA: Ensuring Compliance with Electronic Submission
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) have revised the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) to reduce non-electronic submission of supplemental documentation and to further protect the confidentiality of protected health information. Although the revisions have a two-year compliance period\, all health care providers must be prepared to transmit electronic supporting documentation by May 2028. This webinar will review the updated HIPAA requirements and provide guidance to help health care providers understand the changes and take steps toward compliance. \nLearning Objectives \n\nIdentify the key revisions to HIPAA related to the electronic submission of supplemental documentation and CMS requirements.\nAssess your organization’s current processes to determine readiness for electronic transmission of supporting documentation.\nApply practical strategies and best practices to support compliance with the updated HIPAA requirements.\n\nWho Should Attend?\nProviders across the all senior care continuum—from independent and assisted living to skilled nursing\, life plan communities\, home health\, and community-based services.  This program is designed for C-Suite\, administrators\, legal and and all leadership. \nApproved for 1 administrative CEU. \nLocation\nOnline. \nVirtual Link: Class Material and Zoom link will be sent two days prior \nFaculty\nFrank Mazzagatti\, Partner\, Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP
URL:https://leadingagemissouri.org/event/cms-updates-to-hipaa-ensuring-compliance-with-electronic-submission/
CATEGORIES:Leadership,Management,Operations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T113000
DTSTAMP:20260824T172219Z
CREATED:20260727T182956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T172219Z
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SUMMARY:Better Outcomes with the DC Function Score
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nThis course explains the Discharge Function Score\, a key CMS quality measure that evaluates whether short-term residents meet or exceed expected functional outcomes at discharge based on GG items. It reviews how the score is calculated\, which items are included or excluded\, and how risk adjustment factors – such as prior level of function (PLOF)\, cognition\, comorbidities\, and prior device use – impact expected outcomes. The training emphasizes the importance of accurate coding\, capturing true usual performance at admission and discharge\, and ensuring therapy and nursing documentation align. It outlines how the Function Score influences Five-Star ratings\, the Quality Reporting Program\, and future Value-Based Purchasing reimbursement. Finally\, the course provides action steps for organizational teams to improve outcomes through interdisciplinary care planning\, effective discharge planning\, accuracy of documentation and focus on resident care and clinical outcomes. \nLearning Objectives \n\nDefine the components of the MDS included in the definition of the DC Function Score\nUnderstand how covariates and risk adjustment factors affect the DC Function Score.\nRecognize how the DC Function Score impacts their quality measures\, the 5-Star program\, Quality Reporting Program\, and the Value-Based Purchasing initiatives.\nIdentify strategies to improve accuracy of documentation.\nDescribe interdisciplinary action plans to improve the outcomes of our residents.\n\nWho Should Attend?\nProviders across the senior care continuum— life plan communities to skilled nursing facilities.  This program is designed for administrators and nurses. \nApproved for 1 administrative CEU. \nLocation\nOnline. \nVirtual Link: Class Material and Zoom link will be sent two days prior \nFaculty\nJen Callahan\, MSP CCC-SLP\, RAC-CT is the Director of Clinical & Reimbursement with Functional Pathways and an SLP by background.  She received her masters degree in Speech-Language Pathology from the University of South Caroline in 2000 and has over 23 years’ experience in providing care and therapeutic services\, as well as developing programs\, education\, and training materials around providing care for the aging population. She has held various operational and clinical positions\, is RAC certified\, been a speaker at several state and national level conferences and has extensive experience along the post-acute care continuum. \nDani Beveridge\, PT CEEAA RAC-CT PAC Certified Trainer and Coach is a Clinical and Program Specialist at Functional Pathways and is part of a leadership team that drives innovation and excellence in therapy services nationwide. Danielle’s role involves working closely with clients to ensure their needs are met and goals are reached through strong relationships and industry-leading clinical and financial outcomes. Her work is part of a broader commitment to providing legendary customer support and a culture of care for patients\, staff\, and clients.
URL:https://leadingagemissouri.org/event/better-outcomes-with-the-dc-function-score/
CATEGORIES:Caregivers,Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260924T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260924T113000
DTSTAMP:20260824T172226Z
CREATED:20260727T185111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T172226Z
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SUMMARY:Suicide Prevention and Screening for Substance Misuse in the Elderly
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nSubstance Use Disorders and Suicide are a significant problem in the elderly population. \nAs this segment of the population continues to grow\, we can expect to see more elderly patients with issues in which they turn to substances or depression that leads to suicidal thoughts or attempts. Studies have shown that elderly patients with Substance Use Disorders have very good outcomes when diagnosed and treatment is initiated. It is important for clinicians to be knowledgeable about the clinical presentation\, methods of screening\, and assessment of Substance Use Disorders within our elderly clients. The goal is timely interventions and referral to appropriate care so quality of life can be preserved.  Evidence based Screening Tools for suicide and substance use will be shared. \nBrief Intervention in the form of education to the client will be reviewed and practice within the session using readily available tools from reputable government resources. \nLearning Objectives \n\nIdentify the process of screening\, brief interventions and referral to treatment for elders with substance use disorders\nDescribe evidence-based screening tools appropriate in Care of the Elderly\nRecognize Common Substance Use Disorders in persons over age 65\n\nWho Should Attend?\nProviders across the senior care continuum—from independent and assisted living to skilled nursing\, life plan communities\, home health\, adult day\, hospice\, and community-based services.  This program is designed for  administrators\, nurses\, activities\, social services and  all leadership. \nApproved for 1 administrative CEU. \nLocation\nOnline. \nVirtual Link: Class Material and Zoom link will be sent two days prior \nFaculty\nIngrid M. Provident Ed.D\, OTR/L\, FAOTA\, is a National Education Specialist\, for Select Rehabilitation. Dr. Provident has held positions of Program coordinator\, Academic Fieldwork Coordinator and Associate Professor at major Universities in Pittsburgh PA. \nIngrid is a highly engaging speaker who holds clinical degrees in Occupational Therapy and Educational Leadership.  She has worked in multiple practice settings with the adult and geriatric populations. Ingrid has been an educator in formal academic settings and presented in more than 90 state\, national and international venues. Dr. Provident is trained and certified in Mindfulness\,  Dementia Care and has facilitated multiple presentations on wellness\, communication\, and interventions for quality health care.  She is a published author and mentor with a passion for assisting in the development of professionals.
URL:https://leadingagemissouri.org/event/suicide-prevention-and-screening-for-substance-misuse-in-the-elderly/
CATEGORIES:Activity Professionals,Caregivers,Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260929T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261001T123000
DTSTAMP:20260820T192559Z
CREATED:20260820T192436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T192559Z
UID:10000123-1790676000-1790857800@leadingagemissouri.org
SUMMARY:What Great Leaders Know: The People Skills That Drive IMPACT
DESCRIPTION:Great leadership is about more than technical expertise. It’s about understanding people\, navigating difficult conversations\, building trust\, and creating a culture where people can thrive. \nJoin us for a two-day virtual leadership program packed with practical tools you can put to work immediately. \nDAY ONE | September 29 | 10:00 A.M.-12:15 P.M.\nBuild Your Emotional Intelligence & Communication Skills\nStart by exploring what makes leaders truly effective—from understanding your own emotions and responses to communicating with confidence when conversations get difficult. \nYou’ll learn practical strategies to: \n\nStrengthen self-awareness and emotional intelligence\nBetter manage your responses under pressure\nRecognize communication patterns\nNavigate difficult conversations\nUse the SBI (Situation\, Behavior\, Impact) model to provide clear\, constructive feedback\n\nThe takeaway: Lead yourself better. Communicate with greater confidence. Build stronger relationships. \nDAY TWO | October 1 | 10:00 A.M.-12:15 p.m. \nStrengthen Leadership & Workplace Culture\nLearn from the leadership experience behind a nationally recognized organization and discover practices that can help create stronger teams and a healthier workplace culture. \nYou’ll explore leadership strategies that can contribute to: \n\nStronger employee attraction and retention\nImproved organizational performance\nA more engaged workplace culture\nBetter outcomes for residents and families\nGreater leadership impact\n\nPLUS: An additional leadership-focused session will round out the day. Topic to be announced! \nThe takeaway: Great leadership creates a ripple effect—from your team to your organization to the people you serve. \nWhy Attend?\nThis program will help you: \n\nStrengthen emotional intelligence\nNavigate challenging conversations\nCommunicate more effectively\nBuild trust and stronger relationships\nDevelop stronger leadership practices\nCreate a positive workplace culture\nTake practical tools back to your organization
URL:https://leadingagemissouri.org/event/what-great-leaders-know-the-people-skills-that-drive-impact/
CATEGORIES:Human Resources,Leadership,Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261007T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261008T120000
DTSTAMP:20260226T221508Z
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UID:10000110-1791363600-1791460800@leadingagemissouri.org
SUMMARY:Management Strategies for Workers Compensation in Today’s Long Term Care Environment - Free Member Education
DESCRIPTION:Seminar is Free for Leading Age and HCFM members. Cost is $75 for non-members.\nProgram Objective: Learn the elements of Total Safety Management\, a comprehensive behavior- based\nsafety program\, to reduce employee injury and minimize workers compensation expense. Learn about\nclaims management and the HCFM workers compensation insurance trust.\nContinuing Education Credits: Approved for 5.0 Administrator Clock Hours by the Missouri Board of\nNursing Home Administrators.\nDay 1 Agenda\n9:00-9:30 Background and Overview of HCFM Anthony Ross\, Carpenter and Company\n9:30-10:15 Total Safey Management Jill Burford\, Summit Safety\n10:15-10:30 Break\n10:30-11:45 Total Safety Management (cont.) Jill Burford\, Summit Safety\nDay 2 Agenda\n9:00-10:00 Claims Management Lucille DiMaria/Michael Moll\, Corvel\n10:00-10:15 Break\n10:15-11:15 Drug Testing Angela Garrison\, Tomo Drug Testing\n11:15-11:45 Wrap up Jill Burford\, Summit Safety \n  \nOct 7 https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89464782807 9:00-11:45 am\nOct 8 https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82063991263 9:00-11:45 am
URL:https://leadingagemissouri.org/event/management-strategies-for-workers-compensation-in-todays-long-term-care-environment-free-member-education-3/
CATEGORIES:Governance,Human Resources,Leadership,Management,Operations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261008T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261008T150000
DTSTAMP:20260923T200715Z
CREATED:20260923T200457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T200715Z
UID:10000126-1791457200-1791471600@leadingagemissouri.org
SUMMARY:Care Area Assessment Review
DESCRIPTION:Presented in partnership with LeadingAge Oregon \nOverview\nWe are partnering with LeadingAge Oregon to offer this opportunity. New and veteran nursing home staff have indicated they need more opportunity to examine best practices for improving assessments and developing comprehensive care planning that ensures the health and well-being of their residents. This workshop\, designed for the entire interdisciplinary team\, will provide a comprehensive review for each of the 20 Care Area Assessments (CAAs)\, which establish the framework for developing\, reviewing and revising residents’ comprehensive plans of care. \nWho Should Attend\nAny staff member responsible for completion of any part of the MDS\, including nursing\, dietary\, activities\, social services\, and medical records. Administrators will find the information provided in this class useful for understanding the impact of the MDS on facility systems and processes and well as impact on quality measures and star ratings. \nCEUs pending. \nDate\nOctober 8\,  2026 \nTime\n11:00 am-3:00 pm CST \nLocation\nOnline. \nVirtual Link: Class Material and Zoom link will be sent two days prior by LeadingAge Oregon \nFaculty\nDemi Haffenreffer\, RN\, MBA\, President\, Demi Haffenreffer\, LLC. Demi has made long-term care her profession since 1973\, first as a Director of Nursing and 40 years as a consultant. She has taught workshops nationally and internationally on a variety of subjects pertinent to Long-term and Community based Care and is highly sought after for her consulting expertise by nursing homes\, assisted living and residential care communities in Oregon and around the country. Contact Demi with questions about this course: demipersonal@consultdemi.net \nFees\nProvider and Business Members: $140 per person\nNon-members: $140 per person \nThis program is Hosted by LeadingAge Oregon \nWhat will be provided?\nParticipants will receive several handouts that will aide in the learning process\, including worksheets and Care Area Assessment examples.
URL:https://leadingagemissouri.org/event/care-area-assessment-review/
CATEGORIES:Activity Professionals,Caregivers,Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261008T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261008T160000
DTSTAMP:20260923T195623Z
CREATED:20260923T195623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T195623Z
UID:10000125-1791460800-1791475200@leadingagemissouri.org
SUMMARY:EIV Master Reports\, Tenant Reports\, & Resolving Discrepancies with HOTMA
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nThis session provides an in-depth\, practical review of EIV Master File and Tenant File reports\, including how to run\, interpret\, document\, and act on the information they contain. Participants will learn how to properly maintain EIV documentation\, investigate discrepancies\, and implement required follow-up actions in compliance with HUD regulations. The training also covers the full lifecycle of discrepancy resolution\, including tenant notification requirements\, documentation standards\, repayment agreements\, and common MOR findings. \nRunning EIV reports is only half the job—knowing what to do with them is where most compliance issues occur. This session will help you: \n\nUnderstand what each report is actually telling you\nIdentify discrepancies before they become findings\nFollow correct timelines (including the critical 30-day rule)\nProperly document every step to withstand an audit\nNavigate tenant communication\, corrections\, and repayment requirements\n\nLearning Objectives\n\nDifferentiate between EIV Master File and Tenant File reports\, including required reports and proper file placement.\nInterpret EIV reports such as Income\, Income Discrepancy\, New Hires\, and Multiple Subsidy to identify potential issues.\nApply HUD-required steps to investigate and resolve discrepancies within required timeframes.\nDemonstrate proper documentation and notation standards for both tenant files and master files.\nImplement compliant processes for tenant notification\, verification\, and resolution\, including repayment agreements when necessary.\n\nWho Should Attend?\n\nProperty Managers and Assistant Managers\nCompliance Specialists\nOccupancy and Certification Specialists\nRegional Managers\nAsset Managers\nEIV Coordinators and Users\n\nDate\nOctober 8\,  2026 \nTime\n12:00 – 4:00 pm CST\n \nFaculty\nRhanda McKown\, Director of Affordable Housing at LeadingAge Southeast.\nRhanda Mckown has served as the Director of Affordable Housing for LeadingAge Southeast since January of 2022. Her primary focus in this role is developing a robust housing education agenda\, providing assistance and insight to members on housing issues\, and contributing directly to the development and achievement of a housing advocacy agenda. \nFees\nProvider and Business Members: $65\nPromo Code for member rate: Save$ \nClick here​ to register now directly with LeadingAge Southwest for this event. \nCancellations/Refunds/Substitutions \nThere is a $50 administrative fee for each cancellation or refund. Substitutions will be accepted at no additional fee. Due to costs incurred related to the program\, no refunds will be issued after September 1\, 2026. All cancellations and substitution requests must be submitted in writing to kmccloud@leadingagesoutheast.org.
URL:https://leadingagemissouri.org/event/eiv-master-reports-tenant-reports-resolving-discrepancies-with-hotma/
CATEGORIES:Governance,Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261025T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261025T200000
DTSTAMP:20260914T225726Z
CREATED:20260914T225726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T225726Z
UID:10000124-1792951200-1792958400@leadingagemissouri.org
SUMMARY:Midwest State Night at the 2026 LeadingAge National Conference
DESCRIPTION:Like last year\, we are expanding our horizons by joining forces with other LeadingAge states Iowa\, Missouri\, Nebraska\, and Kansas to make this an unforgettable event for our members. \nEnjoy hors d’oeuvres\, beer\, wine and soda during this networking reception\, exclusively for LeadingAge Illinois provider members. \nThis event is complimentary for LeadingAge Illinois Provider Members.  Register here if you are able to join us: RSVP here \nBusiness members registering using the provider member registration link will NOT be registered for State Night.  Business members reach out to mrybicki@leadingageil.org or dbalder@leadingageiowa.org for opportunities to attend. \n* \n6:00 pm – 8:00 pm \nLoews Philadelphia Hotel\n33rd Floor \n1200 Market Street\nPhiladelphia\, PA. 19107-3788
URL:https://leadingagemissouri.org/event/midwest-state-night-at-the-2026-leadingage-national-conference/
CATEGORIES:Human Resources,Management,Operations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261110T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261110T114500
DTSTAMP:20260923T201355Z
CREATED:20260923T201313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T201355Z
UID:10000127-1794303000-1794311100@leadingagemissouri.org
SUMMARY:Every Resident Has a Story: Using Life Histories to Create Meaningful Care
DESCRIPTION:A patient’s chart tells you the facts—but it doesn’t tell you the person. Learn how uncovering each patient’s life story can lead to more meaningful engagement\, individualized support\, and better outcomes\, especially for those living with dementia. This virtual session explores practical strategies for recognizing preferences\, interpreting behavioral cues\, and developing activity programming that reflects each person’s unique history\, interests\, and goals while supporting CMS expectations for individualized care. \nUpon completion of this session\, participants will be able to: \n\nDescribe how understanding a patient’s life story supports individualized care and meaningful engagement\, particularly for individuals living with dementia.\nIdentify strategies for recognizing verbal and nonverbal cues that reveal patient preferences\, interests\, and unmet needs.\nApply practical approaches to designing activities and daily interactions that align with each patient’s personal history\, values\, and CMS expectations for individualized care.\n\nDate and Time\nAttendees will meet virtually via Zoom with 2 sessions: \nNovember 10\, 2026 \nSession 1: 9:30 – 10:30 am\nBreak: 10:30 – 10:45 am\nSession 2: 10:45 – 11:45 am \nIntended Audience\nAdministration\, Nursing\, CNAs\, Social Workers/Designees\, Activity/Recreation Professionals\, Long-Term Care Facilities and Assisted Living Centers. \nContinuing Education Hours\nCEUs are pending. \nWhat’s Included\nRegistration fee includes digital handouts\, one connection to the live webinar and instructions for receiving CEU credit/attendance certificate for one person.
URL:https://leadingagemissouri.org/event/every-resident-has-a-story-using-life-histories-to-create-meaningful-care/
CATEGORIES:Activity Professionals,Caregivers,Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261118T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261118T141500
DTSTAMP:20260805T015157Z
CREATED:20260727T185911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T015157Z
UID:10000119-1794996900-1795011300@leadingagemissouri.org
SUMMARY:Dementia Leadership Course
DESCRIPTION:For over 20 years\, LeadingAge Illinois and Rush Alzheimer’s Disease Center have offered the Dementia Leadership Course\, a comprehensive educational series intended to provide Dementia Leaders with information they need to develop their skills and grow in their roles. \nDementia experts have recently re-designed this interactive program and added an ongoing networking component. The course provides a framework to teach the specialized skills and competencies needed to provide exceptional dementia services. \nUpon completion of the course\, participants will join the Dementia Leadership Network. Through a private forum\, the Network will offer resources and training material to use for staff education\, and allow participants to continue to interact\, connect\, share ideas\, and ask questions. \nTopics Include:\nLeadership and Dementia Care\nUpdate on Dementia\nAbility Centered Care\nRecognizing the Whole Person\nBeing an Expert in the Larger Community\nLiving with Dementia \nDate & Time\nAttendees will meet 4 times virtually via Zoom:\nNovember 18 & 20 and December 2 & 4\, 2026\n10:15 am – 2:15 pm each day \nWho Should Attend?\nDirectors of Alzheimer’s Special Care Units and Memory Care Programs\, Staff Educators\, Nurse Managers\, Therapists\, Social Workers\, Life Enrichments Directors\, Chaplains\, CNAs\, Home Care\, Adult Day Care\, Memory Care staff\, Dietary personnel\, and Administrators. Appropriate for skilled nursing\, assisted living\, and home and community-based services. \nCourse Requirements\nEach attendee must be logged into his/her own computer that has sound and video camera capabilities. \nFees\n$259 per person for all 4 sessions
URL:https://leadingagemissouri.org/event/dementia-leadership-course/2026-11-18/
CATEGORIES:Activity Professionals,Caregivers,Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261120T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261120T141500
DTSTAMP:20260805T015157Z
CREATED:20260727T185911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T015157Z
UID:10000120-1795169700-1795184100@leadingagemissouri.org
SUMMARY:Dementia Leadership Course
DESCRIPTION:For over 20 years\, LeadingAge Illinois and Rush Alzheimer’s Disease Center have offered the Dementia Leadership Course\, a comprehensive educational series intended to provide Dementia Leaders with information they need to develop their skills and grow in their roles. \nDementia experts have recently re-designed this interactive program and added an ongoing networking component. The course provides a framework to teach the specialized skills and competencies needed to provide exceptional dementia services. \nUpon completion of the course\, participants will join the Dementia Leadership Network. Through a private forum\, the Network will offer resources and training material to use for staff education\, and allow participants to continue to interact\, connect\, share ideas\, and ask questions. \nTopics Include:\nLeadership and Dementia Care\nUpdate on Dementia\nAbility Centered Care\nRecognizing the Whole Person\nBeing an Expert in the Larger Community\nLiving with Dementia \nDate & Time\nAttendees will meet 4 times virtually via Zoom:\nNovember 18 & 20 and December 2 & 4\, 2026\n10:15 am – 2:15 pm each day \nWho Should Attend?\nDirectors of Alzheimer’s Special Care Units and Memory Care Programs\, Staff Educators\, Nurse Managers\, Therapists\, Social Workers\, Life Enrichments Directors\, Chaplains\, CNAs\, Home Care\, Adult Day Care\, Memory Care staff\, Dietary personnel\, and Administrators. Appropriate for skilled nursing\, assisted living\, and home and community-based services. \nCourse Requirements\nEach attendee must be logged into his/her own computer that has sound and video camera capabilities. \nFees\n$259 per person for all 4 sessions
URL:https://leadingagemissouri.org/event/dementia-leadership-course/2026-11-20/
CATEGORIES:Activity Professionals,Caregivers,Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261201T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261201T114500
DTSTAMP:20260923T202508Z
CREATED:20260923T202227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T202508Z
UID:10000128-1796117400-1796125500@leadingagemissouri.org
SUMMARY:Ethics in Aging Services: Navigating Complex Decisions with Compassion and Care
DESCRIPTION:Date\nDecember 1\, 2026 \n**Note each day has 2 sessions\, schedule below for each day \nTime\n9:30 – 10:30 Session 1 \nBreak \n10:45 – 11:45 Session 2  \nFormat\nVirtual \nDescription\nSession 1: Ethical Considerations: Sexuality in Nursing Homes/Assisted Living Centers\nSexuality and sexual expression among older adults are often overlooked in long-term care settings. Providers must balance autonomy\, safety\, dignity\, and person-centered care while navigating complex situations involving intimacy and sexual activity. \nThis session will explore CMS expectations related to protecting residents while supporting their rights and autonomy. Participants will learn effective communication strategies\, considerations for assessing sexual decision-making capacity\, and guidance for supporting residents with dementia or diminished capacity. \nLearning Objectives \n\nIdentify ethical considerations related to sexuality and sexual expression among older adults in nursing homes and assisted living settings.\nDescribe approaches for assessing an older adult’s capacity to make decisions regarding sexual activity\, including considerations for individuals living with dementia.\nDiscuss strategies to balance autonomy\, safety\, dignity\, and person-centered care when responding to sexual expression.\n\nSession 2: Ethics in Action: Navigating Dilemmas in Long-Term Care & Assisted Living\nEthical dilemmas are a daily reality in aging services\, especially when resident preferences\, family expectations\, professional standards\, and personal values collide. This session explores practical approaches to ethical decision-making that balance compassion\, resident rights\, and professional responsibilities. Through real-world scenarios\, participants will gain greater confidence in navigating difficult situations with clarity\, integrity\, and a person-centered focus. \nLearning Objectives \n\nIdentify common ethical dilemmas in long-term care and assisted living and the competing values or perspectives involved.\nApply ethical decision-making frameworks to evaluate challenging situations and develop appropriate\, person-centered responses.\nDemonstrate strategies for balancing resident preferences\, family concerns\, professional responsibilities\, and organizational policies when making difficult decisions.\n\nFee\nMembers: $99 per person \nNon-Members: $198 per person \n2 CEUs are pending. \nFaculty\nCat Selman  \nCatherine “Cat” Selman is an educator\, consultant\, author\, and nationally recognized speaker with more than 30 years of experience in healthcare\, social work\, activities\, education\, management\, and regulatory compliance. \nAs a speaker in all 50 states\, Cat brings practical experience and an engaging\, energetic approach to topics affecting today’s long-term care professionals. Her expertise includes person-centered care\, regulatory and compliance requirements\, care planning\, documentation\, dementia care\, and quality of life. \nCat is President and Co-Founder of The Cat Selman Company/The Healthcare Communicators\, Inc. and Co-Founding Director of the Quality of Life Alliance. Her career has also included leadership roles in social services\, activities\, marketing\, and corporate consulting within senior living and healthcare organizations.
URL:https://leadingagemissouri.org/event/ethics-in-aging-services-navigating-complex-decisions-with-compassion-and-care/
CATEGORIES:Activity Professionals,Caregivers,Leadership,Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261202T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261202T141500
DTSTAMP:20260805T015157Z
CREATED:20260727T185911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T015157Z
UID:10000121-1796206500-1796220900@leadingagemissouri.org
SUMMARY:Dementia Leadership Course
DESCRIPTION:For over 20 years\, LeadingAge Illinois and Rush Alzheimer’s Disease Center have offered the Dementia Leadership Course\, a comprehensive educational series intended to provide Dementia Leaders with information they need to develop their skills and grow in their roles. \nDementia experts have recently re-designed this interactive program and added an ongoing networking component. The course provides a framework to teach the specialized skills and competencies needed to provide exceptional dementia services. \nUpon completion of the course\, participants will join the Dementia Leadership Network. Through a private forum\, the Network will offer resources and training material to use for staff education\, and allow participants to continue to interact\, connect\, share ideas\, and ask questions. \nTopics Include:\nLeadership and Dementia Care\nUpdate on Dementia\nAbility Centered Care\nRecognizing the Whole Person\nBeing an Expert in the Larger Community\nLiving with Dementia \nDate & Time\nAttendees will meet 4 times virtually via Zoom:\nNovember 18 & 20 and December 2 & 4\, 2026\n10:15 am – 2:15 pm each day \nWho Should Attend?\nDirectors of Alzheimer’s Special Care Units and Memory Care Programs\, Staff Educators\, Nurse Managers\, Therapists\, Social Workers\, Life Enrichments Directors\, Chaplains\, CNAs\, Home Care\, Adult Day Care\, Memory Care staff\, Dietary personnel\, and Administrators. Appropriate for skilled nursing\, assisted living\, and home and community-based services. \nCourse Requirements\nEach attendee must be logged into his/her own computer that has sound and video camera capabilities. \nFees\n$259 per person for all 4 sessions
URL:https://leadingagemissouri.org/event/dementia-leadership-course/2026-12-02/
CATEGORIES:Activity Professionals,Caregivers,Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261204T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261204T141500
DTSTAMP:20260805T015157Z
CREATED:20260727T185911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T015157Z
UID:10000122-1796379300-1796393700@leadingagemissouri.org
SUMMARY:Dementia Leadership Course
DESCRIPTION:For over 20 years\, LeadingAge Illinois and Rush Alzheimer’s Disease Center have offered the Dementia Leadership Course\, a comprehensive educational series intended to provide Dementia Leaders with information they need to develop their skills and grow in their roles. \nDementia experts have recently re-designed this interactive program and added an ongoing networking component. The course provides a framework to teach the specialized skills and competencies needed to provide exceptional dementia services. \nUpon completion of the course\, participants will join the Dementia Leadership Network. Through a private forum\, the Network will offer resources and training material to use for staff education\, and allow participants to continue to interact\, connect\, share ideas\, and ask questions. \nTopics Include:\nLeadership and Dementia Care\nUpdate on Dementia\nAbility Centered Care\nRecognizing the Whole Person\nBeing an Expert in the Larger Community\nLiving with Dementia \nDate & Time\nAttendees will meet 4 times virtually via Zoom:\nNovember 18 & 20 and December 2 & 4\, 2026\n10:15 am – 2:15 pm each day \nWho Should Attend?\nDirectors of Alzheimer’s Special Care Units and Memory Care Programs\, Staff Educators\, Nurse Managers\, Therapists\, Social Workers\, Life Enrichments Directors\, Chaplains\, CNAs\, Home Care\, Adult Day Care\, Memory Care staff\, Dietary personnel\, and Administrators. Appropriate for skilled nursing\, assisted living\, and home and community-based services. \nCourse Requirements\nEach attendee must be logged into his/her own computer that has sound and video camera capabilities. \nFees\n$259 per person for all 4 sessions
URL:https://leadingagemissouri.org/event/dementia-leadership-course/2026-12-04/
CATEGORIES:Activity Professionals,Caregivers,Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261208T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261208T114500
DTSTAMP:20260923T203231Z
CREATED:20260923T203231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T203231Z
UID:10000129-1796722200-1796730300@leadingagemissouri.org
SUMMARY:Engagement That Matters: Creating Meaningful Activities for Every Older Adult
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\nDecember 8\, 2026 \n**Note each day has 2 sessions\, schedule below for each day \nTime\n9:30 – 10:30 Session 1 \nBreak \n10:45 – 11:45 session 2  \nFormat\nVirtual \nDescription\nSession 1: Activities and Person-Centered Care\nMeaningful activities are essential to quality of life\, but engaging today’s diverse population requires more than a one-size-fits-all approach. This session will explore strategies for developing person-centered activities that reflect individual interests\, identities\, and life experiences. Participants will learn practical approaches for re-engaging older adults and addressing the unique needs of younger adults and men\, with a focus on purpose\, connection\, choice\, and CMS expectations. \nLearning Objectives \nParticipants will be able to: \n\nIdentify key factors to consider when developing person-centered activities based on individual interests\, identities\, and life experiences.\nApply strategies to increase participation among individuals who are hesitant to engage in activities\, including younger adults.\nDevelop meaningful activity ideas that promote purpose\, choice\, connection\, and quality of life.\n\nSession 2: “It’s a Guy Thing!” – Activities for Men\nEngaging older men in meaningful activities can be challenging\, but the right approach can spark connection and participation. This session explores the social\, emotional\, generational\, and personal interests that influence men’s engagement in long-term care and assisted living. Participants will discover practical\, person-centered ideas for creating programs that promote camaraderie\, purpose\, and well-being. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nIdentify factors that influence older men’s participation and engagement in recreational activities.\nDevelop person-centered activities that reflect men’s interests\, identities\, abilities\, and life experiences.\nApply creative strategies to increase participation\, social connection\, and meaningful engagement among male residents.\n\nFee\nMembers: $99 per person\nNon-Members $198 \nCEUs pending. \nFaculty\nCat Selman \nCatherine “Cat” Selman is an educator\, consultant\, author\, and nationally recognized speaker with more than 30 years of experience in healthcare\, social work\, activities\, education\, management\, and regulatory compliance. \nAs a speaker in all 50 states\, Cat brings practical experience and an engaging\, energetic approach to topics affecting today’s long-term care professionals. Her expertise includes person-centered care\, regulatory and compliance requirements\, care planning\, documentation\, dementia care\, and quality of life. \nCat is President and Co-Founder of The Cat Selman Company/The Healthcare Communicators\, Inc. and Co-Founding Director of the Quality of Life Alliance. Her career has also included leadership roles in social services\, activities\, marketing\, and corporate consulting within senior living and healthcare organizations.
URL:https://leadingagemissouri.org/event/engagement-that-matters-creating-meaningful-activities-for-every-older-adult/
CATEGORIES:Activity Professionals
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