8:15-9:15 a.m

122-D. Workforce Policy: Charting the Future

Workforce challenges remain one of the most pressing issues facing aging services. This session will explore the intricacies and nuances of federal workforce policy opportunities and challenges, including the finalized nursing home staffing standard and its implications across the care continuum. Through interactive and candid discussions, participants will gain a deeper understanding of pending workforce legislation and hear how LeadingAge is shaping the conversation on Capitol Hill to preserve access to care, expand pathways into the aging services sector, and increase opportunities for international caregiver recruitment.

• Nicole Howell, Director, Workforce Policy, LeadingAge