Housing Happenings
2023-07-19 12:00 - 13:00, 2023-08-16 12:00 - 13:00, 2023-09-20 12:00 - 13:00, 2023-10-18 12:00 - 13:00, 2023-11-15 12:00 - 13:00, 2023-12-20 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
LeadingAge New Jersey & Delaware is proud to partner with LeadingAge Maryland and LeadingAge Ohio to offer this educational series designed specifically for affordable housing professionals! Calls are held on the third Wednesday of every month from 9-10AM. These practical learning sessions are designed for service coordinators, property managers, and other individuals who work with older adults in affordable housing settings. Recordings of previous calls can be found here.
Reach out to the program contact for the registration link.

When:
3rd Wednesday of every month
12-1PM

Where:
VIRTUAL
United States

Contact:
Ivy Beck
ibeck@leadingagenjde.org

2023 Golf Classic
2023-09-11 08:30 - 16:30
Thank you to all who joined us at our Annual Golf Classic earlier this week. We had a blast celebrating folks in our field with 40 years of service in aging services: Cindy Shemansky, LNHA with Masonic Village at Burlington, Keith Grady with Applewood Retirement Community, and Diane Horner-Bayard with Heath Village Retirement Community were all in attendance. Thank you to our event sponsors who make events like this possible.
Check out the event’s photo album here
A full list of those with 40 years of service in our network are listed below, please join us in congratulating them:
Cindy Reed, CNA at Heath Village Retirement Community
Maria Delia, RN; Bridie Schmidt, CNA; and Susan Sikora, Dining Attendant at Wiley Christian Retirement Community
Consuelo “Connie” Panyko, CNA; and Dottie Rahman, CNA at Parker At River Road
Denise Lipken, Dietary Aide and Carol Robb, CAN at Lions Gate CCRC
Ellen DeBel, Wellness Coordinator (RN) at The Vista
Elisabeth Micich-Otero, Quality Manager (RN) at Longview Assisted Living.
Susan Lanza, Executive Director at The House of the Good Shepherd
Doris Gilmore, CNA; Rose Page CNA; Shirley Batson CNA at Manor House; and Sandra Deboda, Nutrition Services Manager at Country House, and
Jamila Tourk, Prep Cook, and Dorothy Brison, CNA at Cokesbury Village, all with Acts Retirement-Life Communities, Inc.
Vicki Graff, LPN; Susan Klersey, Café Attendant; Virginia Counard, CNA; Concetta Angelo, Housekeeper; Dawn Holzworth, Home Health Aide; Marie Mattera, Activities Manager; Jenny Stackhouse, LPN; and Justine Grisko CNA at Masonic Village at Burlington
Gloria Walsh, associate executive director at Harrogate
And Carol Gleinig, Business Systems Analyst; Susan McCarthy, Accounts Receivable Billing Accountant; Barbara Sharp, Accountant, and Brenda Drake Part Time Receptionist and Security at United Methodist Communities

Fall Housing Training: NSPIRE
2023-10-17 09:00 - 15:30
October 17 @ 9:00 am – 3:30 pm

Register Today.

Come October, whether you’re managing a HUD or LIHTC property — or any of the many voucher programs — NSPIRE will be the universal inspection standard. LANJDE and US Housing Consultants are offering the first-of-its-kind comprehensive NSPIRE certification course for all funding programs and applications. And we will do it all in a single-day course. USHC offers you a thorough analysis of every NSPIRE standard and how to recognize deficiencies, conduct inspections, and understand the operational implications of the change from HQS and UPCS to NSPIRE.
Serious Changes Require Serious Curriculum
NSPIRE’s requirements for components will align with International Building Code (IBC), International Code Council (ICC), and UFAS/ADA Accessibility Requirements, as well as fire and life safety standards. The ACE Certification course addresses the basis for NSPIRE standards while conveying what the complete requirements are rather than simply glossing over the bare minimum standards. Without a complete deep-dive, properties could make changes to that meet NSPIRE standards but end up creating fair housing violations. The NSPIRE ACE Certification seminar provides a full understanding of all standards that is both comprehensive and clear to all.
NSPIRE Means Housing Compliance
The new physical inspection requirements are more than just a checklist. They’re a new way of thinking that everyone from executives to property managers, professional inspectors, and maintenance professionals need to understand. Those accustomed to conducting HQS and UPCS Inspections must understand the step-by-step requirements of what makes something a deficiency. They also need to know how to test the components properly. In short, everyone from the boardroom to the boiler room needs to understand all NSPIRE standards thoroughly.
What Does the NSPIRE ACE Certification Course Include?
US Housing Consultants will explain NSPIRE policies and procedures (broken down by funding program), the score on the REAC scoring process, and an in-depth analysis of each NSPIRE standard. In this 7-hour course, we explain standards and deficiencies, show detailed examples, and describe the step-by-step requirements for each component required to be inspected under NSPIRE. After the course, attendees are invited to take an online exam to earn the ACE-NSPIRE Certification.
Who Should Attend?

Owners, Executive Directors & Housing Managers; Management Agents, Property Managers, Facility Managers and Maintenance Staff; Other interested parties involved in the day-to-day operations, online database reporting systems, responding to deficiencies, responsible for overseeing contractors or subcontractors, involved in purchasing, and more.
Questions?
Don’t hesitate to reach out to us with any questions! Contact Ivy Beck, LANJDE Communications & Events Manager at ibeck@leadingagenjde.org

Managed Care Seminar
2023-10-18 08:30 - 16:00
NJHA and LeadingAge NJ & DE are pleased to announce the ninth annual Medicaid Managed Care Seminar on Oct.18. This program will be held in person at NJHA’s conference center.
Managed Care Seminar
Oct 18, 2023
8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
760 Alexander Rd, Princeton, NJ
Register here.
The seminar is intended to foster communication surrounding the changing Medicaid Managed Care environment.
New Jersey’s Department of Human Services team will discuss recent policy and programmatic initiatives. The afternoon moderated panel discussion will feature the five Medicaid Managed Care Organizations with a focus on acute care, MLTSS and behavioral health services.
Topics will include the Medicaid redetermination process, important elements of the state’s 1115 waiver, behavioral health access, credentialing, HCBS, and more.
OBJECTIVES:

Describe the most recent policy and operational changes at the Department of Human Services.
Summarize new trends, policies and programs at the five Medicaid managed care organizations.

TARGET AUDIENCE:
Managed care executives, finance leaders, long term care and assisted living administrators, behavioral health providers, home and community-based providers, care managers and discharge planners
Nursing Home Administrators Licensing Board Statement:
This continuing education program is sponsored/conducted by the Health Research and Educational Trust of New Jersey (HRETNJ) and is in compliance with N.J.A.C. 8:34-7.3 to provide licensed nursing home administrator (LNHA) and certified assisted living administrator (CALA) education credits accepted by the Nursing Home Administrators Licensing Board.
This education activity may only be used for continuing education credit and not to meet academic college credits.
This education activity has been approved for a total of __ LNHA/CALA continuing education credits.

The planning committee, presenters, facility, authors, and content reviewers have no conflicts of interests to disclose. Disclosure forms are required and reviewed for any issues. Speakers are required to present balanced and unbiased presentations. The presentation’s content has been reviewed and any bias has been eliminated.
Accreditation status does not imply endorsement by HRET, NJSNA, ANCC Commission on Accreditation of any commercial products displayed with this program.

Addressing Quality Measures: QRP Changes and Audits
2023-10-24 13:00 - 14:30
Addressing Quality Measures: QRP Changes and Audits, presented on Oct 24th; 1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. (eastern time).

This live webinar will be provided in partnership with NJHA. Skilled nursing facilities are about to experience – as of Oct. 1 — the most substantive changes to the Minimum Data Set (MDS) since its original inception in 1988. MDS is the underpinning of care planning, Medicare payment and quality measurement. So, it’s critical that SNFs are well-prepared for the impact of these changes.
The Quality Reporting Program is likely to affect Medicare payments in new and different ways moving into the future. We will also review the outcome of CMS’ focused audits on the use of antipsychotic medications in SNFs.
Register here!
Objectives for this presentation include:

Summarize the quality measures and quality reporting program (QRP) changes as they relate to the delivery of care and reimbursement.

Describe the CMS initiative for schizophrenia MDS audits, the rationale for the audits and the consequences of failing the audits.
List the steps to prepare for a schizophrenia audit, immediate action for proceeding or signing the attestation to forego the audit if you are chosen, and time frames.

Faculty:

Annette Sanders, MSN, RN, CLNC, ICP, QCP, RAC-CT – Senior Consultant, LW Consulting

Kay Hashagan, PT, MBA, RAC-CT- Senior Consultant, LW Consulting

Nursing Home Administrators Licensing Board Statement
This continuing education program is sponsored/conducted by the Health Research and Educational Trust of New Jersey (HRETNJ) and is in compliance with N.J.A.C. 8:34-7.3 to provide licensed nursing home administrator (LNHA) and certified assisted living administrator (CALA) education credits accepted by the Nursing Home Administrators Licensing Board.
This education activity may only be used for continuing education credit and not to meet academic college credits.This education activity has been approved for a total of 1.5 LNHA/CALA continuing education credits.
New Jersey State Nurses Association Accreditation Statement
HRET is approved as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by New Jersey State Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
Provisional Provider Number P-131-3/2022.
This education activity awards a maximum of 1.5 nursing contact hours.
After completion of this activity, please complete only ONE evaluation below that corresponds to the type of continuing education credit that you wish to receive.
After registering, please remember to click on the ZOOM registration link to add to your calendar.

LANJDE State Night Out
2023-11-06 18:00 - 20:00
River Roast, Chicago
November 6| 6:00 – 8:00 pm
We hope you’ll join us for our Annual State Night Out during LeadingAge National’s Annual Meeting in Chicago. We will gather at River Roast for a reception with light fare, drinks, and fellowship. This event is in honor of Roberto Muñiz, President & CEO at Parker Health Group, as LeadingAge National’s incoming Board Chair.
Register Here
Staff from provider members receive complimentary attendance but still need to register so we have an accurate headcount for the restaurant.
Business Partners of the association may purchase an access pass to State Night. Select the ticket option in the form below. Passes must be purchased and paid for ahead of time.

Questions About Our State Night Out? Contact Ivy Beck, our Communications & Events Manager at ibeck@leadingagenjde.org.
Interested in joining our Association as a Business Partner? Reach out to our membership associate, Emma Bender (ebender@leadingagenjde.org).

Nursing Home Network
2023-12-26 14:00 - 15:00, 2024-01-23 14:00 - 15:00
Each Nursing Home Network meeting features a brief presentation and Q&A with a guest speaker on current hot topics of interest to Nursing Homes. The guest speaker is followed by policy updates from LeadingAge policy experts with the rest of the call devoted to member discussion and interaction. A handout with pertinent resources is provided to members prior to each meeting, and an article summarizing the meeting is posted on the website and emailed to participants with the following month’s calendar invite.

Email Staff Convener: Jodi Eyigor
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Meeting Schedule: Last Tuesday of the month at 2 p.m. ET

Life Plan Community LeadingAge Member Network
2023-12-28 14:00 - 15:00
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.

Email Staff Convener: Dee Pekruhn
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Meeting Schedule: Last Thursday of the month at 2 p.m. ET

LeadingAge Housing Network Meeting:
2024-01-08 12:30 - 13:30, 2024-01-15 12:30 - 13:30, 2024-01-22 12:30 - 13:30
LeadingAge Housing Network Meeting
The Housing network is a friendly group of affordable senior housing providers from across the country. We meet weekly on Mondays at 12:30pm ET and participation in the Network is open to all members of LeadingAge.
We are an active listserv and weekly virtual meeting space for affordable housing members to learn and share with LeadingAge staff and each other about pressing issues and new resources. The Housing Network also includes workgroups on HUD Oversight and Compliance, Housing and Services, Internet Access in Affordable Housing, and Meal and Dining Programs. Read more about the Housing Network’s Workgroups here.
For details on joining the Network, contact Ivy (ibeck@leadingagenjde.org) or Juliana (jbilowich@leadingage.org).
Email Staff Convener: Linda Couch
Meeting Schedule: Weekly every Monday at 12:30 p.m. ET

Hospice Network
2024-01-09 14:00 - 15:00
Staff of LeadingAge hospice members will meet to discuss and provide input on policy, regulations, quality, new care models, and more. The Hospice Network will sometimes feature an outside speaker and always have a topic for discussion on news of the day. The group is open to anyone who works at a LeadingAge member organization interested in discussing hospice care and more than one member of any organization is welcome to participate.

Email Staff Convener: Katy Barnett
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Meeting Schedule: Second Tuesday of the month at 2 p.m. ET

Applying to GRRP - HUD Staff Tells the "How To" for Each Application Type
2024-01-10 13:30 - 15:00
Wednesday, January 10, 2024 | 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm ET
REGISTER HERE
HUD GRRP Staff will provide an in-depth review, and provide instructions of the following topics for each of the 3 application cohort to ensure successful application submissions.

Eligibility requirements
Application process
Program requirements
Q/A

HUD Staff will also discuss:

Overview of previous application pools
Awardee profiles

Target Audience:
Affordable Senior Housing Professionals, Executives, Owners, Managing Agents, and other interested parties
Speakers: Joey Baietti, HUD’s GRRP Policy Team Lead
Registration Fees: Free For Members, Contact Ivy for discount code

LeadingAge Member Communities in any state: FREE . If you are a member of LeadingAge New Jersey & Delaware, please contact ibeck@leadingagenjde.org to get the promo code to use at checkout to receive the member rate.
Prospective Member Community: $100.00
Registration closes promptly the day before the webinar date. There are no registrations on the day of the webinar so please plan accordingly.

Cancellations/Substitutions: A $20 admin fee will apply to all cancellation refunds processed. Substitutions are available at no charge if processed prior to 48 hours before webinar start date/time. No refunds or substitutions allowed less than 48 hours prior to webinar.
Questions? Contact us at (850) 702-0308 or email rmckown@LeadingAgeFlorida.org.

LeadingAge Housing Workshop: New Service Coordinator Grants from HUD
2024-01-11 12:30 - 13:30
1/11 & 2/8, 12:30 p.m. ET
On December 13, the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced new funding for Service Coordination grants in affordable senior housing. The Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) posted by HUD will fund approximately 160 Service Coordination programs across the country. The program, called the Service Coordinators in Multifamily Housing program, has not seen new funding from HUD since 2013. The deadline to apply for new Service Coordinator funding is March 11, 2024. Preliminary information is available here; a full analysis is forthcoming.
To learn more, join LeadingAge’s workshop mini-series for help navigating the application process – free and exclusively for LeadingAge members.
We’ll review the application requirements, HUD’s selection process, and walk through examples. Register here for the January 11 and February 8 workshops, both at 12:30 p.m. ET.

Continuing Care at Home Network
2024-01-11 14:00 - 15:00 | Webinar
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.

Email Staff Convener: Dee Pekruhn
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Meeting Schedule: Second Thursday of each month at 2 pm ET

Healthcare Cyber Security Seminar & Tabletop Exercise
2024-01-17 09:00 - 12:00 | 4 AAA Drive, Suite 203, Hamilton NJ 08619, 4 AAA Drive, Ste 203, Hamilton, NJ, 08619, United States
The Cyber Security seminar will be presented by the New Jersey State Office of Homeland Security and Preparedness and is designed to teach participants how to prepare for, respond to and recover from a ransomware/cyber event within the healthcare center and discuss the current state of cybercrime.
The tabletop exercise will enable long term care facilities to discuss current response plans and capabilities related to a ransomware/cyber event within their operations.
Participating facilities MUST bring a copy of their emergency management plans, policies and procedures in order to participate in the tabletop exercise.
This training is FREE for members
Facilitators:
J. David Weidner, Director of Emergency Management, Health Care Association of New Jersey & LeadingAge NJ & DE Krista Valenzuela, Cyber Threat Outreach & Partnerships NJOHSP—Cybersecurity and Communications Integration Cell

Human Resources Roundtable Meeting
2024-01-17 10:00 - 11:00
This roundtable meets regularly throughout the year, virtually in colder months and in person when the weather is nice, for member led conversations on trending priorities and concerns for aging services human resources professionals.
2024 Meeting Dates are: Jan 17th, Feb 21st, March 20th in person, May 15th in person, August 21st, September 18th in person, October 16th, November 20th.
LeadingAge New Jersey & Delaware HR Roundtable for Mission Driven Aging Services Providers
Are you ready to elevate your knowledge and network with industry leaders in the senior living and aging services sector? Look no further than our exclusive member Roundtables & Committees, where we bring together experts, professionals, and enthusiasts to delve into pressing topics that shape the future of mission driven aging services.
Committees are open to participation for provider members and business partners.
Questions?
Reach out to Ivy Beck, Communications & Events Manager (ibeck@leadingagenjde.org)

Overview and Discussion of Three High Risk Federal Regulations
2024-01-17 13:00 - 14:00
Overview and Discussion of Three High Risk Federal Regulations
1/17/2024 | 1 pm EST, via GoToWebinar
Register here!
Session Description
This presentation will review the three high-risk federal regulations F600, F684 and F689 and the definitions included in them as well as examples of deficiencies for each. These three regulations include the greatest number of immediate jeopardy citations. The three high-risk regulations are extensive and include several areas that can be cited. Two of the regulations are “all staff” regulations, which further increase the opportunities for deficiencies during survey and for non-compliance that has the potential to result in reportable events. This session will also provide examples for team member education and discussion related to the regulations.
Learning Objectives

Identify the three high risk federal regulations and why they are high risk
Summarize the components of the three federal regulations and term definitions to ensure team members are compliant
Optimize the information related to the three high risk federal regulations by applying to all staff in the community and including all staff education

Kairos has overseen the education provided during this webinar and is an approved Provider by the Board of Registered Nursing, State of California (CBRN). Nursing (RN) Provider #: Approved for 1 total contact hour- CEP 15382.

Assisted Living Network
2024-01-17 14:00 - 15:00
The Assisted Living Network meetings feature discussions on current hot topics of interest to assisted living providers. The AL Network fosters member discussions and connections on emerging and perennial issues, and members are encouraged to suggest future topics that will be of interest to members. We encourage members to share their best practices or state developments on assisted living policy.

Email Staff Convener: Janine Finck-Boyle
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Meeting Schedule: Third Wednesday of the month at 2 p.m. ET

Repayment Agreements for HUD Properties
2024-01-18 14:00 - 15:30
Thursday, January 18, 2024 | 2:00pm – 3:30pm ET
Recoup money with Repayment Agreements! Repayment Agreements are commonly not implemented properly which leads to unnecessary findings at your MOR’s (Management and Occupancy Reviews). This session is designed to help staff identify when a repayment agreement is needed and when they are not allowed. It will identify how to calculate amounts owed, the required contents of repayment agreements, and how to enforce them. It will also discuss how the repayment agreement, and any associated payments towards it, are entered on the voucher.
Learning Objectives:

Explore the repayment agreement process and when they are necessary
Calculating the repayment agreement amount that needs to be repaid
Required contents of the repayment agreement
Learn how repayment agreements work in relation to the voucher
Enforcement of repayment agreements
Learn tips to help owners reduce the number of repayments agreements

Target Audience:
Any staff who are involved with income verifications and calculations, staff that review of EIV discrepancies that identify improper subsidy payments, staff that collect payments from residents, and staff responsible for voucher processing.
Registration Fees:

**LeadingAge Member Community: $50.00 **Contact Ivy for discount code (ibeck@leadingagenjde.org)
Prospective Member Community: $100.00
Registration closes promptly the day before the webinar date. There are no registrations on the day of the webinar so please plan accordingly.

Cancellations/Substitutions: A $20 admin fee will apply to all cancellation refunds processed. Substitutions are available at no charge.
Questions? Contact us at (850) 702-0308 or email rmckown@LeadingAgeFlorida.org.

Governance Series Session One: Opportunity at Intersection of Strategic Planning & Aging Services Boards
2024-01-24 11:00 - 12:00
A four part series, offered in partnership with LeadingAge Virginia.
When: 11 am – 12 pm ET – Jan 24, Jan 31, Feb 14 & Feb 28
Where: Virtual, access info will be sent to all registrants
CE Information: NAB credits are available for participation in this course. Certificates will be provided upon completion.
Register here!
Course Schedule:
1/24: Opportunity at the Intersection of Strategic Planning and Aging Services Boards Chris McNiven, Founder and Consulting Practice Lead, Aspire Consulting
1/31: Strategic Thinking for Boards Jane Mack, President & CEO, Friends Alliance
2/14: Everything is Changing-What About Your Board? Andy Edeburn, Founder, Elder Dynamics
2/28: Economic and Financial Trends for Decision Makers in Not-for-Profit Senior Living Tom Bowden, Senior VP, HJ Sims
Governance Series Brochure

Education Committee Meeting
2024-01-24 13:00 - 16:00
This committee meets virtually 6 – 8 times per year and offers critical insights and support on annual calendar year education priorities as well as annual meeting planning.
2024 Meeting Dates are: January 24, February 28, April 24, May 22, July 24, September 18 and November 20
LeadingAge New Jersey & Delaware Education Committee
Are you ready to elevate your knowledge and network with industry leaders in the senior living and aging services sector? Look no further than our exclusive member Roundtables & Committees, where we bring together experts, professionals, and enthusiasts to delve into pressing topics that shape the future of mission driven aging services.
Committees are open to participation for provider members and business partners.
Questions?
Reach out to Ivy Beck, Communications & Events Manager (ibeck@leadingagenjde.org)

HUD Standards for Success Affordable Housing Training
2024-01-25 11:00 - 12:15
Register Here
Course Description
HUD Reporting for Standards for Success can feel overwhelming, and Pangea wants to help! This session will cover the overall goals of the Standards for Success Report, the various reporting methods available, and introduce the new resident data elements HUD has now included on the report. During this session, Jill (Pangea) will also link users to the online resource for the SfS Report. This new resource provides ongoing support throughout the year.
Learning objectives:

Discover the overall goals of HUD’s Standards for Success annual report
Identify the NEW resident data elements RSC’s are to collect
Explore new online resources to help with your Standards for Success report questions

You can check out the flyer here!
Registrants have up until 1/12/2024 to submit questions to Dao that they wish to have answered. Dao will compile the questions for your review.
Jill Chance serves as Client Support Engineer for the Pangea Foundation, the developers of the AASC Online and FamilyMetrics cloud case management platforms. In this role, Jill oversees the delivery of custom features and reporting solutions for Pangea’s custom clients group, as well as for the HUD Standards for Success program. With over seventeen years of software administration and online database management, Jill provides a welcoming touch for anyone who is seasoned or brand new to case management documentation.

Adult Day and Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) Network
2024-01-25 13:00 - 14:00
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.

Email Staff Convener: Georgia GoodmanJoin the NetworkMeeting Schedule: Fourth Thursday of the month at 1 p.m. ET
