Earlier this fall, Hurricane Ian caused damage, severe flooding, and critical situations for many LeadingAge member communities and their staff. Our LeadingAge members rallied behind those affected and raised money through the LeadingAge Disaster Relief Fund to help offset costs and cover a range of needs for organizations and their staff. We are still receiving requests for immediate needs from affected members–please continue to support the LeadingAge Disaster Relief Fund. 

As we approach the end of the year, please consider contributing to a cause that is near and dear to us–developing strong and passionate leaders in our field through the Larry Minnix Leadership Development Fund. There are many opportunities to strengthen the present and future leaders of aging services, as donations go toward supporting leadership program expenses, providing financial assistance to organizations with limited resources, and sustaining alumni network activities. Your support is critical to helping LeadingAge provide and expand leadership programs for our members – programs that help ensure the best quality teams and communities are caring for our older adults. 

LeadingAge members continue to face severe workforce challenges and we consistently strengthen our solutions, support, and education in this ongoing struggle. Take advantage of the valuable insight provided by thought leaders in the  2022 Collaborative Care Tech Summit Playback Package, as the summit focused on the most critical workforce and technology topics in the sector and provides real-world solutions that are already helping providers across the caregiving continuum. LeadingAge also just released free, member-only Opening Doors to the Aging Services Workforce tools designed to boost your recruitment efforts 

Additionally, as budgets are tight and costs are increasing, we know member organizations are looking for smart ways to save. You can leverage the knowledge and expertise of our Corporate Alliance Program partners to help your organization thrive. Access special savings through our Member Solutions program, amplify your buying power with our group purchasing organization Value First, and check out LeadingAge’s Buyers Guide for even more offers and ways to save. 

As we head into 2023, the LeadingAge team will continue to support members in new and necessary ways to ensure older adults across the country have access to the quality care and services they need. Please continue to share how we can best support you!