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2024 CCaH Virtual Conference
Join the LeadingAge Continuing Care at Home (CCaH) Network for the 2024 CCaH Virtual Conference!
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Fourth Annual Conference
Back for a fourth year! Continuing Care at Home (CCaH) programs continue to drive meaningful change and provide an option for what most active older adults want, to age in place. As Life Plan Communities (LPC) and Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRC) look to diversify their portfolios, CCaH program is a growing, profitable model and offers a new entry point into communities.
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June 10 & 11
This virtual conference will take place over two half days in June.
Monday, June 10 from 1–4:30 p.m. ET
Tuesday, June 11 from 1–5:00 p.m. ET
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New Exploratory Track
New in 2024 is a track for CCaH Exploration, which will include four 1-hour sessions specially targeted for individuals and/or organizations who are interested in having more in-depth information on how CCaH programs work and what’s involved in starting one.
Welcome Remarks | Monday, June 10 at 1:00 p.m. ET
Katie Smith Sloan, President & CEO, LeadingAge
Monday’s Keynote Presentation | June 10 at 1:05 p.m. ET
David Gehm, President & CEO, Wellspring Lutheran Services | Courage in a New World
Courage isn’t just about facing your fears; it’s about embracing them head-on and transforming them into opportunities for growth. Join us for this highly interactive keynote where David will share powerful stories of those who have fearlessly pushed boundaries, disrupted norms, and ignited courageous actions. He will invite us to look inside ourselves and tap the courage within.
David M. Gehm has served as the President and Chief Executive Officer of Wellspring Lutheran Services (previously Lutheran Homes of Michigan) since January, 1994. In this role, Mr. Gehm is responsible for administrative, executive, and governance leadership for the organization.
Tuesday’s Keynote Presentation | June 11 at 3:30 p.m. ET
Anne Kenny, Founder, Together in Dementia
Anne Kenny is a geriatric physician who is passionate about working with families dealing with dementia. Learn about her journey in caring for a loved one with dementia as well as ways to support care partners so they can find joy, connection, and calm.
Closing Remarks | Tuesday, June 11 at 4:30 p.m. ET
Robyn Stone, SVP, Research/Co-Director, LTSS Center, LeadingAge (invited)
Conference Information
Registration is now open. Register now.
Registration Categories & Rates:
Member Organization $359
Non-Member Organization $499
Member Individual $199
Non-Member Individual $259
Note: Are you the only person from your organization attending? Choose individual. If more than one person plans to attend, select organization. The organization rate allows multiple staff from one organization to attend at one low price. If you register via the organization option, you will receive a confirmation email with instructions on how additional staff from your organization can register. Questions? Please email meetings@leadingage.org.
Monday, June 10 | 2:15–3:15 p.m. ET
Track | Session Title (View session descriptions here.) |
Session Speaker(s) |
Marketing Operations | Artificial Intelligence (AI) & CCaH – Practical Info | Lauren Wilson, VP Of Sales And Marketing, TSO Life |
Wellness Coordination | Hospital at Home: Acute Care Reimagined | Andrea Lazarek-LaQuay, Chief Clinical Officer, Nascentia Health |
CCaH Exploration | Actuaries, Risk Assessment, & Removing Barriers to Understanding CCaH Model | Brad Paulis, Partner, Continuing Care Actuaries |
Monday, June 10 | 3:30–4:30 p.m. ET
Track | Session Title (View session descriptions here.) |
Session Speaker(s) |
Marketing Operations | Serving the LGBTQ+ Population | Sadiya Abjani, Director of Training and Instructional Design, SAGE, Advocacy and Services for LGBT Elders |
Wellness Coordination | Medicare Advantage | Jennifer Drago, CEO, Peak to Profit |
CCaH Exploration | LPCs & CCaHs Working Together | Cecily Laidman, Executive Director, Springpoint Choice; Erin Strain, Executive Director, Givens Choice; Michelle M. Pandolfi, Executive Director, Thrive at Home with Whitney Center |
Tuesday, June 11 | 1–2:00 p.m. ET
Track | Session Title (View session descriptions here.) |
Session Speaker(s) |
Marketing Operations | Enhancing Member Benefits through Concierge Services | Jane Kelley, Executive Director, Livewell by Blakeford; Hersh Fernandez, CEO, Dorvie, Inc.; Michelle M. Pandolfi, Executive Director, Thrive at Home with Whitney Center |
Wellness Coordination | Enhancing Independence: Technology for Everyday Living | Scott Code, Vice President, CAST, LeadingAge |
CCaH Exploration | State Oversight and Governance | Susan Hawkins, Executive Director, Springpoint Choice Consulting; Allison Ciborowski, President & CEO, LeadingAge Maryland |
Tuesday, June 11 | 2:15–3:15 p.m. ET
Track | Session Title (View session descriptions here.) |
Session Speaker(s) |
Marketing Operations | Overcoming Objections in the Sales Process | Derek Dunham, Vice President Client Services, Varsity; John Spooner, Co-Chief Executive Officer, Greystone |
Wellness Coordination | Importance of Compassion in Journey of Aging | Lisa Hoffman, Executive Director, Pathstones by Phoebe; Mimi Leinbach, Senior Wellness Coordinator, Pathstones by Phoebe |
CCaH Exploration | Member Stories / Member Panel | Lynne Giacobbe, Chief Executive Officer, Kendal at Home; Andrew Solodky, Manager of Marketing and Sales, SmartLife; Kate Roberts, Senior Director Care Coordination, Friends Life Care; Nicole Holtsclaw, Assistant Executive Director, SunHealth |
AI & CCaH- Practical Info
Learn how AI can simplify data creation and deliver person-centered data for enhanced quality of life for members of CCaH programs.
Hospital at Home: Acute Care Reimagined
During the COVID-19 pandemic, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services and state health officials eased some regulatory restrictions to help healthcare organizations build their capacity, increase access to care, and reduce burdens on a strained workforce. These regulatory changes paved the way for a new program that provides acute-care services to patients in their homes. This session will present the story of Nascentia Health, a home care provider based in Syracuse, NY, which worked with a hospital partner to develop an Acute Hospital Care at Home (AHCaH) program. Presenters will explain how the AHCaH program works and the steps necessary to create and execute the program. Learn how to weigh the benefits and risks of an AHCaH program, choose the right partners, and measure outcomes.
Actuaries, Risk Assessment, & Removing Barriers to Understanding CCaH Model
Continuing Care Actuaries has assisted in the development of two of the first four CCaH programs and currently works with approximately 80% of the existing operational programs. Learn how the CCaH model works to better understand how it can provide an alternative to the traditional CCRC/Life plan model.
Serving the LGBTQ+ Population
Prepare your CCaH program with the tools needed to reach the untapped LGBTQ+ demographic. The premiere organization for LGBTQ+ seniors, SAGE, will provide the necessary educational training for CCaH staff, prospects, members, and care givers to assure inclusivity and belonging for your organization.
Medicare Advantage
Understand the lesser known benefits that Medicare Advantage plans offer to their policy holders and how it works with the benefits of CCaH programs.
LPCs & CCaHs Working Together
Though the continuing care at home model began over 30 years ago, some of the challenges in expanding these programs have often stemmed from concern that it will dissuade seniors from moving into a life plan community. Three organizations, from an original program, an eight-year-old program and a program established in 2023, will share their experiences describing their expansion of the organization’s mission, market territory and revenue diversification. The panel will share various case studies supporting the symbiotic relationship of the program to the community as well as a discussion of the benefits and challenges of working together with the life plan communities, energizing the wait list, developing bridge programs, and integrating wellness programs with the communities.
Enhancing Member Benefits through Concierge Services
This session explores how personalized concierge services can elevate the value of aging-in-place programs by offering members a tailored experience to meet their non-medical needs. Highlighting specific services and their impact, the session will delve into members’ enriched experiences and Thrive at Home and LiveWell by Blakeford’s decisions to build partnerships that deliver exceptional satisfaction.
Enhancing Independence: Technology for Everyday Living
Unlock the potential of technology to elevate the quality of life for older adults in their own homes. This session delves into innovative solutions that bolster independence and ensure safety, fostering enriched social engagement and enhanced well-being. Participants will gain insights into practical tools that not only empower older adults to confidently manage their personal care but also to nurture vital social connections. Discover how embracing these technologies can lead to a life of enriched autonomy and meaningful interactions with the community.
State Oversight & Governance
Each state oversees and regulates CCaH programs differently. There are some states that do not have regulatory guidance established. Learn about the differences in state oversight and how you can work with state LeadingAge associations and local leaders to advocate for proper regulatory oversight so that you can successfully launch and operate a program.
Overcoming Objections in the Sales Process
Continuing Care Actuaries has assisted in the development of two of the first four CCaH programs and currently works with approximately 80% of the existing operational programs. Learn how the CCaH model works to better understand how it can provide an alternative to the traditional CCRC/Life plan model.
Importance of Compassion in Journey of Aging
Aging is a journey. A person’s needs can change rapidly due to a major health event such as stroke or their change in needs can be much more gradual. Everyone’s journey is different and unique and there is no crystal ball to know how the journey will go. In this session, we discuss information from the book “Compassionomics” by Dr. Stepehen Trzeciak and Dr, Anthony Mazzarelli on the scientific evidence that caring makes a difference. We will then discuss what role CCaH programs can play in adding more compassion to the medical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of older adults.
Member Stories / Member Panel
To age in your home independently, planning is essential. Your plan should include how and where you want to grow older. It should advocate for you, respect your choices and help you stay healthy and independent while remaining in your home. In this session, hear directly from 4 members of Continuing Care at Home programs across the country. Discover why they have chosen the CCaH model to be their plan for the future and help them age gracefully in their own home.
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