Calendar of Events

Conflict is part of daily life in healthcare leadership. From staff tensions to patient and family concerns, leaders are constantly called to make fair, timely decisions under pressure. This engaging session draws leadership lessons from the world of refereeing, translating the art of making tough calls into practical strategies for healthcare environments. Participants will learn how to lead decisively, communicate with clarity, de-escalate conflict, and build a culture grounded in accountability and trust. Through relatable stories and actionable takeaways, this session equips leaders with the mindset and tools to maintain credibility and composure when it matters most.

As chronic disease becomes increasingly common among older adults, Independent Living and Assisted Living communities must take a proactive, coordinated approach to resident care. This session explores practical strategies for managing chronic conditions through integrated care planning, health education, and collaboration with healthcare partners. Attendees will gain a clear framework to reduce hospitalizations, support independence, and improve quality of life, helping residents truly thrive in place.

Accurate documentation is critical to reimbursement integrity, survey readiness, and quality outcomes in skilled nursing homes. With growing regulatory scrutiny and Patient-Driven Payment Model (PDPM) complexity, traditional manual audits may miss key risks. This session explores how AI-powered tools can strengthen clinical auditing across therapy, nursing, and Minimum Data Set (MDS) documentation. Designed for Rehab Directors, DONs, Compliance professionals, and MDS coordinators, it highlights practical ways AI can improve efficiency, identify vulnerabilities, support skilled need validation, and enhance interdisciplinary consistency, while reinforcing professional judgment and compliance standards.

Building on insights from our previous “Take-It-to-the-Street” session, this presentation takes a deeper dive into the data shaping today’s aging services experience. Drawing from interviews, research findings, and partner collaboration, we explore how public perception and resident realities intersect to influence community life. At the center of the discussion is the Community Life Cycle, a framework that examines the evolving stages of resident experience, from the excitement of move-in to long-term engagement and later phases of community living. Participants will gain insight into how environment, programming, and culture impact residents’ physical needs, social connections, and overall sense of purpose. This session provides practical guidance for providers, marketers, and designers seeking to align community design and engagement strategies with the real expectations and lived experiences of residents. By understanding each phase of the life cycle, organizations can create environments and programs that foster belonging, well-being, and meaningful living at every stage of the journey.