BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Leading Age New Jersey & Delaware - ECPv6.15.15//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://leadingagenjde.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Leading Age New Jersey & Delaware REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251102 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251106 DTSTAMP:20260502T182322 CREATED:20250324T210448Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250324T210513Z UID:10000903-1762041600-1762387199@leadingagenjde.org SUMMARY:2025 LeadingAge Annual Meeting & Global Ageing Network Conference DESCRIPTION:The 2025 LeadingAge Annual Meeting is coming to the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center November 2–5\, 2025. In partnership with the Global Ageing Network\, the 2025 conference will attract more than 6\,500 aging services professionals from around the globe. Registration will open in July. Visit https://annualmeeting.leadingage.org/ to learn more. URL:https://leadingagenjde.org/event/2025-leadingage-annual-meeting-global-ageing-network-conference/ CATEGORIES:Event,Front Page END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251102T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251102T190000 DTSTAMP:20260502T182322 CREATED:20241231T163252Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T152834Z UID:10000871-1762104600-1762110000@leadingagenjde.org SUMMARY:State Night Out DESCRIPTION:🔗Registration Required: Provider members attend complimentary; access passes available for business partners to purchase.  \nLANJDE’s State Night Out is a premier event designed exclusively for our Members and Business Partners to connect\, network\, and enjoy an evening of camaraderie during the LeadingAge Annual Meeting in Boston this Fall.  \nWe’re also seeking sponsors to make this special night even more memorable. Learn about sponsorship opportunities here. \n URL:https://leadingagenjde.org/event/state-night-out-2/ CATEGORIES:Event,Front Page END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T110000 DTSTAMP:20260502T182322 CREATED:20250102T215341Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250102T215341Z UID:10000884-1762941600-1762945200@leadingagenjde.org SUMMARY:Human Resources Roundtable DESCRIPTION:Meets virtually the second Wednesday of each month for member led conversations on trending priorities and concerns for aging services HR staff. \nThis roundtable is for provider members of LeadingAge New Jersey & Delaware. \nReach out to Ivy for the calendar invite or with any questions: ibeck@leadingagenjde.org. URL:https://leadingagenjde.org/event/human-resources-roundtable-2/2025-11-12/ CATEGORIES:Event,Front Page,Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T111500 DTSTAMP:20260502T182322 CREATED:20251031T171623Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T171952Z UID:10000934-1762941600-1762946100@leadingagenjde.org SUMMARY:NJDHS Webinar: Nursing Facility QIPP\, CoreQ\, & EWS DESCRIPTION:NJ Department of Human Services Webinar: Nursing Facility Quality Incentive Payment Program (NF QIPP)\, CoreQ\, & Early Warning System (EWS)\nIMPORTANT NOTICE \nThis year’s webinar will include information on two important subjects regarding Nursing Facilities:\n1. CoreQ and QIPP (Session 1\, 10:00am-10:45am) and\n2. Early Warning System (Session 2\, 10:50am-11:15am) \nYou may attend one or both sessions. Both sessions will be recorded and available to all participants on the Department of Human Service’s webpage post-webinar. \nClick Here To Register \nProgram Overview:\nCoreQ and QIPP (Session 1)\nThis webinar is intended for any facility\, staff or vendor submitting CoreQ data to establish eligibility for the Quality Incentive Payment Program (NF QIPP). These mandatory program requirements include CoreQ Long Stay Survey Sample Size calculation\, CoreQ vendor intent\, and submission of CoreQ demographic information. The webinar will provide an overview of the CoreQ online form\, how to access the Nursing Facility Portal\, navigate the CoreQ screens\, and how to enter and submit the facility data. \nObjectives:\nTo communicate the State Fiscal Year 2026 NF QIPP requirements and timeframes including:\n•NF QIPP Mandatory Requirements\n•CoreQ Long Stay Resident and Family Survey Process\n•Reporting requirements to DHS through the online NF Portal\n•CoreQ Data Collection\n•Facility and Vendor Responsibilities\n•Questions and Answers \nEarly Warning System EWS (Session 2)\nThis webinar will unveil the new Early Warning System (EWS) NF-1 online form. It will provide an overview of how to access the Nursing Facility Portal\, locate the EWS NF-1\, and how to enter and submit the facility data. No new EWS fields will be introduced. The Division of Aging Services is continuing our efforts to streamline the NF-1 through increased automation\, with reminder notices delivered if quarterly information is overdue. The current process of submitting the NF-1 via a provided link will no longer be accepted. The next NF-1 submissions are due December 15\, 2025.\nNOTE: If you do not have access to the Nursing Facility Portal\, you will need to attend this webinar in order to learn how to gain access\, have your email authorized and to set up the 2-step authentication. You must have access to a facility’s portal to submit their next quarterly EWS reporting due 12/15/2025. \nObjectives:\nTo demonstrate how to access and complete the NF-1 online form through the Nursing Facility Portal. Topics include:\n• The new Early Warning System (EWS) NF-1 online form\n• Nursing Facility Portal access\n• Reporting requirements for the NF-1 URL:https://leadingagenjde.org/event/njdhs-webinar-nf-qipp-coreq-ews/ CATEGORIES:Event,Front Page,Phone,Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251113T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251113T140000 DTSTAMP:20260502T182322 CREATED:20251028T212008Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T212236Z UID:10000933-1763038800-1763042400@leadingagenjde.org SUMMARY:Making Affordable Senior Housing a Reality on Your Campus DESCRIPTION:Registration Required! Click Here To Register. \nEvent Description:  \nThinking about affordable housing for seniors in your community but not sure where to start? This session breaks down the “how” behind creating successful\, sustainable housing options that serve residents of all income levels. Learn from seasoned experts in development and design as they unpack financing strategies\, funding sources\, and key steps for navigating government programs.  \nYou’ll get clear guidance on programs like the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) and HUD 202\, plus how to combine government funding with conventional financing. Discover how funding choices shape your building design\, sustainability goals\, and project timeline. Our speakers will also share strategies for integrating residents across income levels\, covering everything from dining and activities to long-term community cohesion. Case studies from recently completed and long-standing projects will bring the process to life\, showing you both the opportunities and challenges at every stage of compliance. \nTarget Audience:\nCFO\, COO\, and CEO. \nEvent Objectives:\n1)      Evaluate the type of project that is most suitable for government funding.\n2)      Identify the various government funding sources for senior affordable housing.\nDescribe how to be successful in getting the funding and to be financially successful going forward. \nRegistration & Continuing Education Info\nLeadingAge NJ & DE Members: $40 (50% member savings!)\nNon Members: $80 \nAll employees of communities that are LeadingAge NJ & DE members are also members of our association. If you are a member but are not seeing the member rate\, it likely means you aren’t logged into the system on your member profile. For assistance accessing your member profile\, reach out to us at info@leadingagenjde.org \nThis program has been submitted but not yet approved for Continuing Education for 1.0 total participation hours by NAB/NCERS. \nTo receive continuing education credit for LeadingAge PA-sponsored webinars\, attendees must register under their name\, participate through the link supplied after registering and complete the evaluation after the webinar. URL:https://leadingagenjde.org/event/making-affordable-senior-housing-a-reality-on-your-campus/ CATEGORIES:Event,Front Page,Phone,Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251113T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251113T150000 DTSTAMP:20260502T182322 CREATED:20231226T212806Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240606T155638Z UID:10000457-1763042400-1763046000@leadingagenjde.org SUMMARY:Continuing Care at Home Network DESCRIPTION:This member-led group welcomes all LeadingAge members who currently operate\, or who are interested in learning more about starting a Continuing Care at Home program. Members rotate host duties\, and meeting details are posted in the CC@H Member Community. This group also hosts CC@H conferences twice each year\, as well as offers learning sessions at national LeadingAge conferences. \n\n\n  \nEmail Staff Convener: Dee Pekruhn\nJoin the Network\nMeeting Schedule: Second Thursday of each month at 2 pm ET URL:https://leadingagenjde.org/event/continuing-care-at-home-network/2025-11-13/ LOCATION:Webinar CATEGORIES:Event,Front Page,Phone,Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T123000 DTSTAMP:20260502T182322 CREATED:20250916T184128Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T184129Z UID:10000927-1763551800-1763555400@leadingagenjde.org SUMMARY:Facilities Peer Network DESCRIPTION:Members are invited to join our Facilities Peer Network which meets monthly on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 11:30 AM. This network is a dedicated space for professionals managing the physical environment in their organizations. The network meets virtually via zoom on a monthly basis to connect\, collaborate\, and share best practices. This group is open to all members. \nIf you would like to be added to the calendar invitation to access the zoom details\, please email Faith McCarrick at fmccarrick@leadingagenjde.org. URL:https://leadingagenjde.org/event/facilities-peer-network/2025-11-19/ CATEGORIES:Event,Front Page,Phone,Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://leadingagenjde.org/wp-content/uploads/Facilities-Header.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251127T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251127T140000 DTSTAMP:20260502T182322 CREATED:20231226T212500Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231229T143328Z UID:10000575-1764248400-1764252000@leadingagenjde.org SUMMARY:Adult Day and Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) Network DESCRIPTION:Staff of LeadingAge members who provide adult day services\, meals\, personal care\, transportation\, and other HCBS will meet monthly to discuss and provide input on policy\, regulations\, operations\, quality\, reimbursement\, and workforce. The Network will sometimes feature an outside speaker and always have a topic for discussion on trending news. The group is open to anyone who works at a LeadingAge member organization interested in discussing home and community-based services and Medicaid waiver/state plan services\, and more than one member of any organization is welcome to participate. \n\n\nEmail Staff Convener: Georgia GoodmanJoin the NetworkMeeting Schedule: Fourth Thursday of the month at 1 p.m. ET URL:https://leadingagenjde.org/event/adult-day-and-home-and-community-based-services-hcbs-network/2025-11-27/ CATEGORIES:Event,Front Page,Phone,Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251127T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251127T150000 DTSTAMP:20260502T182322 CREATED:20231229T143633Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231229T143633Z UID:10000688-1764252000-1764255600@leadingagenjde.org SUMMARY:Life Plan Community LeadingAge Member Network DESCRIPTION:Each Life Plan Community Network meeting features a panel-led discussion on current hot topics of interest to LPCs. We also foster member discussion and connection on these issues\, and members are encouraged to suggest future topics for the good of the group. After each meeting\, enrolled members receive tools\, resources\, notes\, slides and the full meeting recording. \n\n\nEmail Staff Convener: Dee Pekruhn\nJoin the Network\nMeeting Schedule: Last Thursday of the month at 2 p.m. ET URL:https://leadingagenjde.org/event/life-plan-community-leadingage-member-network/2025-11-27/ CATEGORIES:Event,Front Page,Phone,Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251203T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251203T113000 DTSTAMP:20260502T182322 CREATED:20250923T151909Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T171422Z UID:10000931-1764757800-1764761400@leadingagenjde.org SUMMARY:NJ Department of Health Refresher on Assisted Living Regulations & Survey Process DESCRIPTION:Join the Department of Health for a discussion on N.J.A.C. 8:36 and N.J.A.C. 8:43E as well as recent updates concerning designated administrators\, general and health service plans and the critical role that executive directors play in developing and implementing appropriate policies and procedures. Registration required. \nRegister Here. URL:https://leadingagenjde.org/event/nj-department-of-health-refresher-on-assisted-living-regulations-survey-process/ CATEGORIES:Event,Front Page,Phone,Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251210T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251210T110000 DTSTAMP:20260502T182322 CREATED:20250102T215341Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250102T215341Z UID:10000885-1765360800-1765364400@leadingagenjde.org SUMMARY:Human Resources Roundtable DESCRIPTION:Meets virtually the second Wednesday of each month for member led conversations on trending priorities and concerns for aging services HR staff. \nThis roundtable is for provider members of LeadingAge New Jersey & Delaware. \nReach out to Ivy for the calendar invite or with any questions: ibeck@leadingagenjde.org. URL:https://leadingagenjde.org/event/human-resources-roundtable-2/2025-12-10/ CATEGORIES:Event,Front Page,Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251211T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251211T150000 DTSTAMP:20260502T182322 CREATED:20231226T212806Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240606T155638Z UID:10000458-1765461600-1765465200@leadingagenjde.org SUMMARY:Continuing Care at Home Network DESCRIPTION:This member-led group welcomes all LeadingAge members who currently operate\, or who are interested in learning more about starting a Continuing Care at Home program. Members rotate host duties\, and meeting details are posted in the CC@H Member Community. This group also hosts CC@H conferences twice each year\, as well as offers learning sessions at national LeadingAge conferences. \n\n\n  \nEmail Staff Convener: Dee Pekruhn\nJoin the Network\nMeeting Schedule: Second Thursday of each month at 2 pm ET URL:https://leadingagenjde.org/event/continuing-care-at-home-network/2025-12-11/ LOCATION:Webinar CATEGORIES:Event,Front Page,Phone,Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251217T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251217T123000 DTSTAMP:20260502T182322 CREATED:20250916T184128Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T184129Z UID:10000928-1765971000-1765974600@leadingagenjde.org SUMMARY:Facilities Peer Network DESCRIPTION:Members are invited to join our Facilities Peer Network which meets monthly on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 11:30 AM. This network is a dedicated space for professionals managing the physical environment in their organizations. The network meets virtually via zoom on a monthly basis to connect\, collaborate\, and share best practices. This group is open to all members. \nIf you would like to be added to the calendar invitation to access the zoom details\, please email Faith McCarrick at fmccarrick@leadingagenjde.org. URL:https://leadingagenjde.org/event/facilities-peer-network/2025-12-17/ CATEGORIES:Event,Front Page,Phone,Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://leadingagenjde.org/wp-content/uploads/Facilities-Header.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251225T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251225T140000 DTSTAMP:20260502T182323 CREATED:20231226T212500Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231229T143328Z UID:10000576-1766667600-1766671200@leadingagenjde.org SUMMARY:Adult Day and Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) Network DESCRIPTION:Staff of LeadingAge members who provide adult day services\, meals\, personal care\, transportation\, and other HCBS will meet monthly to discuss and provide input on policy\, regulations\, operations\, quality\, reimbursement\, and workforce. The Network will sometimes feature an outside speaker and always have a topic for discussion on trending news. The group is open to anyone who works at a LeadingAge member organization interested in discussing home and community-based services and Medicaid waiver/state plan services\, and more than one member of any organization is welcome to participate. \n\n\nEmail Staff Convener: Georgia GoodmanJoin the NetworkMeeting Schedule: Fourth Thursday of the month at 1 p.m. ET URL:https://leadingagenjde.org/event/adult-day-and-home-and-community-based-services-hcbs-network/2025-12-25/ CATEGORIES:Event,Front Page,Phone,Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251225T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251225T150000 DTSTAMP:20260502T182323 CREATED:20231229T143633Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231229T143633Z UID:10000689-1766671200-1766674800@leadingagenjde.org SUMMARY:Life Plan Community LeadingAge Member Network DESCRIPTION:Each Life Plan Community Network meeting features a panel-led discussion on current hot topics of interest to LPCs. We also foster member discussion and connection on these issues\, and members are encouraged to suggest future topics for the good of the group. After each meeting\, enrolled members receive tools\, resources\, notes\, slides and the full meeting recording. \n\n\nEmail Staff Convener: Dee Pekruhn\nJoin the Network\nMeeting Schedule: Last Thursday of the month at 2 p.m. ET URL:https://leadingagenjde.org/event/life-plan-community-leadingage-member-network/2025-12-25/ CATEGORIES:Event,Front Page,Phone,Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260108T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260108T150000 DTSTAMP:20260502T182323 CREATED:20231226T212806Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240606T155638Z UID:10000459-1767880800-1767884400@leadingagenjde.org SUMMARY:Continuing Care at Home Network DESCRIPTION:This member-led group welcomes all LeadingAge members who currently operate\, or who are interested in learning more about starting a Continuing Care at Home program. Members rotate host duties\, and meeting details are posted in the CC@H Member Community. This group also hosts CC@H conferences twice each year\, as well as offers learning sessions at national LeadingAge conferences. \n\n\n  \nEmail Staff Convener: Dee Pekruhn\nJoin the Network\nMeeting Schedule: Second Thursday of each month at 2 pm ET URL:https://leadingagenjde.org/event/continuing-care-at-home-network/2026-01-08/ LOCATION:Webinar CATEGORIES:Event,Front Page,Phone,Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T140000 DTSTAMP:20260502T182323 CREATED:20231226T212500Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231229T143328Z UID:10000577-1769086800-1769090400@leadingagenjde.org SUMMARY:Adult Day and Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) Network DESCRIPTION:Staff of LeadingAge members who provide adult day services\, meals\, personal care\, transportation\, and other HCBS will meet monthly to discuss and provide input on policy\, regulations\, operations\, quality\, reimbursement\, and workforce. The Network will sometimes feature an outside speaker and always have a topic for discussion on trending news. The group is open to anyone who works at a LeadingAge member organization interested in discussing home and community-based services and Medicaid waiver/state plan services\, and more than one member of any organization is welcome to participate. \n\n\nEmail Staff Convener: Georgia GoodmanJoin the NetworkMeeting Schedule: Fourth Thursday of the month at 1 p.m. ET URL:https://leadingagenjde.org/event/adult-day-and-home-and-community-based-services-hcbs-network/2026-01-22/ CATEGORIES:Event,Front Page,Phone,Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T143000 DTSTAMP:20260502T182323 CREATED:20260112T204612Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T204613Z UID:10000935-1769086800-1769092200@leadingagenjde.org SUMMARY:HUD Northeast Region Leadership Call for LeadingAge Members DESCRIPTION:Join us January 22\, 2026\, from 1-2:30pm for a conversation and updates with the HUD Northeast Region leadership team. There is no cost to attend\, but registration is required; email Ivy for registration info! URL:https://leadingagenjde.org/event/hud-northeast-region-leadership-call-for-leadingage-members/ CATEGORIES:Event,Front Page,Phone,Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T150000 DTSTAMP:20260502T182323 CREATED:20231229T143633Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231229T143633Z UID:10000690-1769090400-1769094000@leadingagenjde.org SUMMARY:Life Plan Community LeadingAge Member Network DESCRIPTION:Each Life Plan Community Network meeting features a panel-led discussion on current hot topics of interest to LPCs. We also foster member discussion and connection on these issues\, and members are encouraged to suggest future topics for the good of the group. After each meeting\, enrolled members receive tools\, resources\, notes\, slides and the full meeting recording. \n\n\nEmail Staff Convener: Dee Pekruhn\nJoin the Network\nMeeting Schedule: Last Thursday of the month at 2 p.m. ET URL:https://leadingagenjde.org/event/life-plan-community-leadingage-member-network/2026-01-22/ CATEGORIES:Event,Front Page,Phone,Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T123000 DTSTAMP:20260502T182323 CREATED:20250530T153003Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T152655Z UID:10000909-1770800400-1770813000@leadingagenjde.org SUMMARY:2026 Annual Awards Ceremony DESCRIPTION:Nominations Now Open! Learn more about the nomination process here. \nInterested in partnering with us on this event? Check out sponsorship opportunities here. \nWhen: Wednesday\, February 11\, 2026 | 9:00 am – 12:30 pm \nWhere: The Boathouse at Mercer Lake: 334 S Post Rd\, West Windsor Township\, NJ 08550 \n\n\n\n\n\n\nCheck out photos from the 2025 Ceremony here!\nSHAPING THE FUTURE …\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTHROUGH LEADERSHIP\, INNOVATION\, AND SERVICE\n\n\n\n\nThrough outstanding leadership\, personal commitment\, and innovation in services\, housing\, and program delivery\, LeadingAge New Jersey & Delaware members are leading the way in providing outstanding care and services to older adults in our states. \nThe LeadingAge New Jersey & Delaware Awards Ceremony is a great opportunity to recognize all the ways that our members are making a difference in the lives of residents\, colleagues\, and their local community. \n\n\n\n\nJoin Us In Congratulating the 2025 Excellence in Aging Services Award Recipients\nPresident’s Award\nThe President’s Award is our most prestigious honor.  This highly coveted award recognizes a distinguished career of service and achievement in the field of aging and is only bestowed periodically. \nCindy Jacques\, Senior Vice President for Programs and Services\, United Methodist Communities \nExcellence in Care Award\nThis award category recognizes individuals from LeadingAge New Jersey & Delaware member communities who demonstrate extraordinary talent\, expertise\, and dedication in provision of exceptional service to residents. \nHyacinth Blake\, Certified Nursing Assistant\, Christian Health at Windmere \nRhonda Benjamin\, Certified Nursing Assistant\, Country House at Acts Retirement-Life Communities \nTejwanti Lilia\, Certified Nursing Assistant\, Peace Care St. Ann’s \nMila Rosales\, LPN\, Acts-Manor House \nExcellence in Community Service Award\nThis category recognizes member achievements that contribute to neighboring communities by providing outstanding services\, programs\, and opportunities for engagement. \nKathryn Speer\, Housing Administrator\, Wesley By The Bay at United Methodist Communities \nAlberta Romaniello\, Activities Director\, Reformed Church Home \nHector Rivera\, Maintenance Technician\, Pines Village at FellowshipLIFE \nExcellence in Innovation Award\nThis category recognizes innovative best practice programs or services that promote and enhance quality of life for senior residents\, staff\, and/or the surrounding community. \nSpringpoint and Parker Health Group\, Senior Living Providers \nEmma Lanese\, Recreation Manager\, Ridge Oak \nExcellence in Leadership Award\nThis category recognizes people from member organizations who have exhibited an exemplary career of outstanding service in the field of aging services\, and who have enhanced the concept of professionalism by virtue of their leadership. \nWendy Austin\, LPN\, New Jersey Eastern Star Rehabilitation and Nursing \nMarva Lawrence\, Certified Nursing Assistant\, The Jewish Home Family \nExcellence in Professional Advancement Award\nThis category celebrates individuals who have assumed progressive leadership responsibilities within a LeadingAge New Jersey & Delaware member organization\, and have worked to build a shared vision\, develop robust relationships\, and enhance organizational capacity. \nRobin Schloesser\, Regional Property Manager\, Lutheran Social Ministries of New Jersey \nGina Martinez\, Clinical Coordinator\, Heath Village URL:https://leadingagenjde.org/event/2026-annual-awards-ceremony/ CATEGORIES:Event,Front Page END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T150000 DTSTAMP:20260502T182323 CREATED:20231226T212806Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240606T155638Z UID:10000460-1770904800-1770908400@leadingagenjde.org SUMMARY:Continuing Care at Home Network DESCRIPTION:This member-led group welcomes all LeadingAge members who currently operate\, or who are interested in learning more about starting a Continuing Care at Home program. Members rotate host duties\, and meeting details are posted in the CC@H Member Community. This group also hosts CC@H conferences twice each year\, as well as offers learning sessions at national LeadingAge conferences. \n\n\n  \nEmail Staff Convener: Dee Pekruhn\nJoin the Network\nMeeting Schedule: Second Thursday of each month at 2 pm ET URL:https://leadingagenjde.org/event/continuing-care-at-home-network/2026-02-12/ LOCATION:Webinar CATEGORIES:Event,Front Page,Phone,Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T140000 DTSTAMP:20260502T182323 CREATED:20231226T212500Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231229T143328Z UID:10000578-1772110800-1772114400@leadingagenjde.org SUMMARY:Adult Day and Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) Network DESCRIPTION:Staff of LeadingAge members who provide adult day services\, meals\, personal care\, transportation\, and other HCBS will meet monthly to discuss and provide input on policy\, regulations\, operations\, quality\, reimbursement\, and workforce. The Network will sometimes feature an outside speaker and always have a topic for discussion on trending news. The group is open to anyone who works at a LeadingAge member organization interested in discussing home and community-based services and Medicaid waiver/state plan services\, and more than one member of any organization is welcome to participate. \n\n\nEmail Staff Convener: Georgia GoodmanJoin the NetworkMeeting Schedule: Fourth Thursday of the month at 1 p.m. ET URL:https://leadingagenjde.org/event/adult-day-and-home-and-community-based-services-hcbs-network/2026-02-26/ CATEGORIES:Event,Front Page,Phone,Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T150000 DTSTAMP:20260502T182323 CREATED:20231229T143633Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231229T143633Z UID:10000691-1772114400-1772118000@leadingagenjde.org SUMMARY:Life Plan Community LeadingAge Member Network DESCRIPTION:Each Life Plan Community Network meeting features a panel-led discussion on current hot topics of interest to LPCs. We also foster member discussion and connection on these issues\, and members are encouraged to suggest future topics for the good of the group. After each meeting\, enrolled members receive tools\, resources\, notes\, slides and the full meeting recording. \n\n\nEmail Staff Convener: Dee Pekruhn\nJoin the Network\nMeeting Schedule: Last Thursday of the month at 2 p.m. ET URL:https://leadingagenjde.org/event/life-plan-community-leadingage-member-network/2026-02-26/ CATEGORIES:Event,Front Page,Phone,Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260306T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260306T150000 DTSTAMP:20260502T182323 CREATED:20260202T215343Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T204541Z UID:10000962-1772798400-1772809200@leadingagenjde.org SUMMARY:Supervisor Skills Boot Camp DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to be able to offer this leadership development training series developed by LeadingAge Maryland to our New Jersey & Delaware community. This four-part\, in-depth\, interactive seminar will help supervisors and managers lead with confidence. \nElevate your leadership in the Supervisor Skills Bootcamp – a comprehensive training designed to empower you with the essential skills and strategies to excel as a supervisor.\nRegister Here!\nDon’t Delay: Registration will be open until February 27. \nThis intensive program will cover a range of crucial topics\, including \nDates and time: 12-3PM EST \nMarch 6 | Module 1: Interviewing and Selection \nMarch 6 | Module 2: Managing and Improving Employee Performance \nRescheduled to March 12 | Module 3: Coaching and Progressive Discipline \nRescheduled to March 12 | Module 4: Employment Law Basics \nMarch 20 | Module 5: Finance & Budget Basics \nMarch 25 | Module 6: Supervising Your Schedule – Strategies for Time Management \nAll sessions are 12 pm – 3 pm EST. \nWho Should Attend? \n\nSupervisors and managers should attend whether they are new to their role or are looking to brush up on or learn new skills\nThis event is open to provider members\, non-member providers\, sponsors\, and business members.\n\nCost \nAll Six Modules Across Four Virtual Sessions: \n\n$349 for LeadingAge Members and Partners\n$549 for Non-Members\n\nFacilitated By: \nLyndley Andrews\, Leadership and Engagement Strategist\, Maryland Healthcare Education Institute (MHEI) \nRegistration Terms & Conditions: \nJoin links are not to be shared and groups are not allowed to gather to watch from a single registrants’ screen. Attendees not abiding by these rules may be notified and removed from the event or agree to pay per additional registrant. \nSubstitutions: If you are unable to attend\, we welcome substitutions for the full training series. Please send your substitutes name and email to Ivy no later than October 2. Note: substitutions will only be allowed for the entirety of the series. \nCancellations: Cancellations should be sent to Ivy in writing prior to October 2. Refunds will be granted to cancellations received prior to October 2 less a $50 administrative processing fee. Any cancellations received after October 2 will be ineligible for a refund. URL:https://leadingagenjde.org/event/supervisor-skills-boot-camp-2/2026-03-06/ CATEGORIES:Event,Front Page,Phone,Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://leadingagenjde.org/wp-content/uploads/supervisor-bootcamp-2026-mobile-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T113000 DTSTAMP:20260502T182323 CREATED:20260209T173754Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T173754Z UID:10000966-1773225000-1773228600@leadingagenjde.org SUMMARY:Human Resources Roundtable Meeting DESCRIPTION:Provider Members are invited to join our March 11th Human Resources Roundtable Meeting! We will be joined by Jacqueline Voronov\, Attorney at Law with Hall Booth Smith\, P.C. We will be discussing the recent changes to NJFMLA eligibility. If you have any additional topics you’d like us to discuss\, please send my way and I’ll get those over to Jacquie! \nImportant: Registration Required – Register here. After registering\, zoom will send you a calendar invite. \n*Members Only URL:https://leadingagenjde.org/event/human-resources-roundtable-meeting/ CATEGORIES:Event,Front Page,Phone,Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T150000 DTSTAMP:20260502T182323 CREATED:20260202T215343Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T204541Z UID:10000980-1773316800-1773327600@leadingagenjde.org SUMMARY:Supervisor Skills Boot Camp DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to be able to offer this leadership development training series developed by LeadingAge Maryland to our New Jersey & Delaware community. This four-part\, in-depth\, interactive seminar will help supervisors and managers lead with confidence. \nElevate your leadership in the Supervisor Skills Bootcamp – a comprehensive training designed to empower you with the essential skills and strategies to excel as a supervisor.\nRegister Here!\nDon’t Delay: Registration will be open until February 27. \nThis intensive program will cover a range of crucial topics\, including \nDates and time: 12-3PM EST \nMarch 6 | Module 1: Interviewing and Selection \nMarch 6 | Module 2: Managing and Improving Employee Performance \nRescheduled to March 12 | Module 3: Coaching and Progressive Discipline \nRescheduled to March 12 | Module 4: Employment Law Basics \nMarch 20 | Module 5: Finance & Budget Basics \nMarch 25 | Module 6: Supervising Your Schedule – Strategies for Time Management \nAll sessions are 12 pm – 3 pm EST. \nWho Should Attend? \n\nSupervisors and managers should attend whether they are new to their role or are looking to brush up on or learn new skills\nThis event is open to provider members\, non-member providers\, sponsors\, and business members.\n\nCost \nAll Six Modules Across Four Virtual Sessions: \n\n$349 for LeadingAge Members and Partners\n$549 for Non-Members\n\nFacilitated By: \nLyndley Andrews\, Leadership and Engagement Strategist\, Maryland Healthcare Education Institute (MHEI) \nRegistration Terms & Conditions: \nJoin links are not to be shared and groups are not allowed to gather to watch from a single registrants’ screen. Attendees not abiding by these rules may be notified and removed from the event or agree to pay per additional registrant. \nSubstitutions: If you are unable to attend\, we welcome substitutions for the full training series. Please send your substitutes name and email to Ivy no later than October 2. Note: substitutions will only be allowed for the entirety of the series. \nCancellations: Cancellations should be sent to Ivy in writing prior to October 2. Refunds will be granted to cancellations received prior to October 2 less a $50 administrative processing fee. Any cancellations received after October 2 will be ineligible for a refund. URL:https://leadingagenjde.org/event/supervisor-skills-boot-camp-2/2026-03-12/ CATEGORIES:Event,Front Page,Phone,Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://leadingagenjde.org/wp-content/uploads/supervisor-bootcamp-2026-mobile-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T150000 DTSTAMP:20260502T182323 CREATED:20231226T212806Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240606T155638Z UID:10000461-1773324000-1773327600@leadingagenjde.org SUMMARY:Continuing Care at Home Network DESCRIPTION:This member-led group welcomes all LeadingAge members who currently operate\, or who are interested in learning more about starting a Continuing Care at Home program. Members rotate host duties\, and meeting details are posted in the CC@H Member Community. This group also hosts CC@H conferences twice each year\, as well as offers learning sessions at national LeadingAge conferences. \n\n\n  \nEmail Staff Convener: Dee Pekruhn\nJoin the Network\nMeeting Schedule: Second Thursday of each month at 2 pm ET URL:https://leadingagenjde.org/event/continuing-care-at-home-network/2026-03-12/ LOCATION:Webinar CATEGORIES:Event,Front Page,Phone,Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T113000 DTSTAMP:20260502T182323 CREATED:20260126T212024Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T211951Z UID:10000957-1773743400-1773747000@leadingagenjde.org SUMMARY:A Community Approach to Immigration: The Rights & Responsibilities of Owners/agents\, Residents\, & Frontline Staff in Senior Housing DESCRIPTION:This webinar is complimentary\, but registration is required. Register here. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWith rapid changes in federal housing and immigration policies\, understanding your legal rights and responsibilities is crucial. Presented by the American Friends Service Committee\, this training focuses on best practices for navigating sensitive immigration & customs encounters. We want to ensure our member communities are informed and prepared. At the conclusion of their presentation\, you will have the opportunity to raise questions. \nNote: The AFSC is not an expert in senior affordable housing or fair housing;  they are primarily focused on immigration rights and human rights. \nFEATURED SPEAKERS \nYasmin Angon \nYasmin Angon is a licensed clinical social worker dedicated to improving the lives of disadvantaged populations. She is the Supervising Social Worker for American Friends Service Committee’s New Jersey Immigrant Rights Program. She earned her master’s degree in social work from Ramapo College of New Jersey. \nItzel Hernandez \nItzel Hernandez is an immigrant rights organizer with the American Friends Service Committee (AFSC)\, where she advances justice\, dignity\, and human rights for immigrant and marginalized communities. Grounded in her lived experience\, she builds grassroots power through education\, leadership development\, and civic engagement. She is a graduate of New Jersey City University with dual degrees in National Security Studies and Political Science. URL:https://leadingagenjde.org/event/a-community-approach-to-immigration-the-rights-responsibilities-of-owners-agents-residents-frontline-staff-in-senior-housing/ CATEGORIES:Event,Front Page,Phone,Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260320T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260320T140000 DTSTAMP:20260502T182323 CREATED:20260205T210225Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T210330Z UID:10000965-1774004400-1774015200@leadingagenjde.org SUMMARY:Leaders of Color + Allies Network Meet & Greet DESCRIPTION:Leaders of Color & Allies – You are invited to join our next Meet & Greet on March 20\, 2026\, at Monroe Village. This is a great opportunity to connect with fellow Leaders of Color and allies in aging services over lunch\, expand your network\, and collaborate on the future direction of our growing community. \n📅 When: March 20\, 2026 from 11:00 am – 2:00 pm\n📍 Where: Village Point at Monroe Village \nRegistration is Required! Register Now \nAt this time\, participation is limited to provider members of any LeadingAge State Partner. \nThe Leaders of Color Network is designed to support and facilitate career advancement within aging services. It serves as a space for members to share challenges related to race\, exchange resources and ideas\, and hear from experts on topics that reflect the needs and interests of people of color in our field. \nWe encourage you to join us to make meaningful connections and contribute to the foundation of this important network. URL:https://leadingagenjde.org/event/leaders-of-color-allies-network-meet-greet/ CATEGORIES:Event,Front Page END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260320T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260320T150000 DTSTAMP:20260502T182323 CREATED:20260202T215343Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T204541Z UID:10000968-1774008000-1774018800@leadingagenjde.org SUMMARY:Supervisor Skills Boot Camp DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to be able to offer this leadership development training series developed by LeadingAge Maryland to our New Jersey & Delaware community. This four-part\, in-depth\, interactive seminar will help supervisors and managers lead with confidence. \nElevate your leadership in the Supervisor Skills Bootcamp – a comprehensive training designed to empower you with the essential skills and strategies to excel as a supervisor.\nRegister Here!\nDon’t Delay: Registration will be open until February 27. \nThis intensive program will cover a range of crucial topics\, including \nDates and time: 12-3PM EST \nMarch 6 | Module 1: Interviewing and Selection \nMarch 6 | Module 2: Managing and Improving Employee Performance \nRescheduled to March 12 | Module 3: Coaching and Progressive Discipline \nRescheduled to March 12 | Module 4: Employment Law Basics \nMarch 20 | Module 5: Finance & Budget Basics \nMarch 25 | Module 6: Supervising Your Schedule – Strategies for Time Management \nAll sessions are 12 pm – 3 pm EST. \nWho Should Attend? \n\nSupervisors and managers should attend whether they are new to their role or are looking to brush up on or learn new skills\nThis event is open to provider members\, non-member providers\, sponsors\, and business members.\n\nCost \nAll Six Modules Across Four Virtual Sessions: \n\n$349 for LeadingAge Members and Partners\n$549 for Non-Members\n\nFacilitated By: \nLyndley Andrews\, Leadership and Engagement Strategist\, Maryland Healthcare Education Institute (MHEI) \nRegistration Terms & Conditions: \nJoin links are not to be shared and groups are not allowed to gather to watch from a single registrants’ screen. Attendees not abiding by these rules may be notified and removed from the event or agree to pay per additional registrant. \nSubstitutions: If you are unable to attend\, we welcome substitutions for the full training series. Please send your substitutes name and email to Ivy no later than October 2. Note: substitutions will only be allowed for the entirety of the series. \nCancellations: Cancellations should be sent to Ivy in writing prior to October 2. Refunds will be granted to cancellations received prior to October 2 less a $50 administrative processing fee. Any cancellations received after October 2 will be ineligible for a refund. URL:https://leadingagenjde.org/event/supervisor-skills-boot-camp-2/2026-03-20/ CATEGORIES:Event,Front Page,Phone,Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://leadingagenjde.org/wp-content/uploads/supervisor-bootcamp-2026-mobile-1.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR