Peer Networking Groups

Access the LeadingAge Network of Peers & Partners

LeadingAge is strengthening and expanding their member networks, which are a valuable way to connect with like-minded peers. And we’ve just launched eight new peer groups: listserv-driven groups focused on key areas of interest for members. These groups are email-based and are intended to be a place to ask a question, share a program or practice, and learn from other colleagues in the field of aging services. Take a look and sign up for one or more!

Activities Directors and Professionals

The Activities Directors peer group offers a space for activities professionals to discuss creative programming ideas, engagement strategies, and new wellness approaches to enhance the well-being of older adults. Stay inspired and supported in delivering meaningful activities to residents and clients.

Peer Group Owner: Jordan Lollar | Join the activities directors and professionals peer group

CFOs / Finance Professionals

The CFO/Finance Professionals peer group invites members to stay informed on the latest financial strategies, regulatory updates, and funding opportunities impacting aging services organizations. Connect with peers, share insights, and explore solutions to today’s financial challenges—from reimbursement trends to strategic planning and workforce investment.

Peer Group Owner: Amanda Marr | Join the CFOs/finance professionals peer group

Directors of Nursing

The DON peer group offers directors of nursing and other nursing staff in management positions an opportunity to connect, collaborate, and share insights with peers on clinical best practices, regulatory updates, workforce challenges, and more. Stay informed and supported in your leadership role with peers in similar roles nationwide.

Peer Group Owner: Amanda Marr | Join the directors of nursing peer group

Facilities / Operations Management

The Facilities/Operations Management peer group offers facility and operations management professionals working in provider organizations a platform to share best practices, discuss regulatory compliance, exchange solutions for maintenance and safety challenges, and stay informed on trends in aging services. Connect with peers to enhance the quality and efficiency of your operations.

Peer Group Owner: Amanda Marr | Join the facilities / operations management peer group

Human Resources

The Human Resources peer group offers human resources professionals and others who work for LeadingAge members an opportunity to discuss your community’s biggest strategic challenge – HR and workforce issues, policies, and best practices.

Peer Group Owner: Amanda Marr | Join the HR peer group

LGBTQ+

The LGBTQ+ peer group offers a forum for engaging and sharing with peers about LGBTQ+ inclusive programs, services, and practices. We acknowledge and honor the fundamental dignity and intersectionality of all individuals and are committed to maintaining an environment that respects diverse traditions, heritages, and experiences.

Peer Group Owner: Kevin Bradley | Join the LGBTQ+ peer group

Next Gen Professionals

The Next Gen Professionals group offers members who are new to the field and interested in professional growth an opportunity to build connections and learn from leaders in the field.

Peer Group Owner: Sharon Sullivan | Join the Next Gen peer group

Philanthropy

The Philanthropy group offers fundraising professionals, CFOs, and others who are interested in philanthropy-related issues an opportunity to discuss various aspects of fundraising, ranging from best practices for fundraising campaigns to recommendations for donor management software.

Peer Group Owner: Amanda Marr | Join the philanthropy peer group

Rural Providers

The Rural Providers peer group is a platform for providers serving older adults in rural areas across the country to talk about challenges and opportunities that they face while operating in more remote areas.

Peer Group Owner: Janine Finck-Boyle | Join the Rural Providers peer group

Single Site Life Plan Community (LPC)

The Single Site LPC group invites providers to connect with colleagues operating single site communities across the country. Use this platform to talk about the unique challenges and opportunities that arise managing and working at a single life plan community location.

Peer Group Owner: Amanda Marr | Join the single site LPC peer group

Social Work

The Social Work peer group offers social workers a platform to share challenges, discuss best practices, navigate regulatory updates, and collaborate on solutions to support older adults and their families wherever they call home. Connect with peers on key topics like resident advocacy, mental health, and coordination of care between hospitals, rehab, and long-term care.

Peer Group OwnerMegan Stedjan | Join the social work peer group

Technology

The Technology group offers LeadingAge members, CAST supporters, and CAST Business Associates a vehicle to discuss technology applications for the aging services field.

Peer Group Owner: Scott Code | Join the technology peer group

Workforce

The Workforce peer group offers providers across all settings an opportunity to share best practices, ask questions, and discuss challenges related to managing staff, pipeline building, recruitment, retention, and creating healthy organizational cultures. Human resources staff, department managers, and site leaders are encouraged to join.

Peer Group Owner: Jenna Kellerman | Join the workforce peer group


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