@LeadingAgeCT

Founded in 1961, we are Connecticut's leading membership association of not-for-profit and Quality First aging services organizations.

 Berlin, CT 06037
leadingagect.org/
Joined March 2013
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Sheehy and Primus: System for what is covered in health care is broken courant.com/2024/02/13/sheeh…

Sheehy and Primus: System for what is covered in health care is broken

It happens every day in America’s hospitals: a sick patient is hospitalized for three nights, but one or more of those nights are classified as outpatient observation. Down the hall, another sick...

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Great start to the LeadingAge conference day!
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It was great to have Director Cohen visit us in CT! Public health is at its finest when we collaborate and elevate our work from the federal, to state, to local level. Together we will help protect Americans themselves and their families.
CDC Director
@CDCDirector6 Oct 2023
Replying to @CDCDirector
Great to be joined by Rep @rosadelauro, @GovNedLamont, @SenBlumenthal, and Commr @DrJuthani to talk about the importance of getting vaccinated this winter.
Dr. Cohen and CT leaders talk to local media about the importance of vaccination.

ALT Dr. Cohen and CT leaders talk to local media about the importance of vaccination.

Dr. Cohen and leaders take a photo at the groundbreaking event.

ALT Dr. Cohen and leaders take a photo at the groundbreaking event.

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LeadingAge@LeadingAge14 Sep 2022
This #WorkforceWednesday, we're sharing how you can create opportunities for advancement. Caregiving professionals need opportunities to learn new skills--without clear opportunities for advancement, staff are more likely to seek out a new job. buff.ly/3dfdLdY
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LeadingAge@LeadingAge25 Aug 2022
Nonprofit and mission-driven aging services organizations are making America a better place to grow old. #LeadingAge is proud to support them.

The Power of LeadingAge

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LeadingAge@LeadingAge24 Aug 2022
As students & faculty return to school, it's time to plan the semester. Be sure the LeadingAge Annual Meeting + EXPO is on your radar! This is a great event to learn, network, & jump-start a career in aging services. Scholarships available: buff.ly/3NKqocY #LeadingAge22
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LeadingAge@LeadingAge13 Jul 2022
Social workers have left the #healthcare field at record-high rates during the #COVID pandemic, according to data from the Peterson- @KFF Health System Tracker. #hospice #workforce @hospice_news buff.ly/3PlNrMt
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Do you want to learn how to be trained as a certified nursing assistant making $18.79 an hour/$39,084 a year on average? Join us for CareerConn on March 29th for more information on career schools in the state.
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LeadingAge@LeadingAge10 Jan 2022
Our President and CEO, Katie Smith Sloan, recently shared her insights with @Lois_Bowers on the biggest challenges facing the industry. "For nonprofit organizations, strong governance will be critical to driving success and sustainability," she said. bit.ly/3thsA5c
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LeadingAge@LeadingAge26 Jul 2021
“As our members consider a #COVID19 #vaccine mandate, they’ll do it thoughtfully. They’ll do it with lots of education.” -LeadingAge's Katie Smith Sloan #LeadingAgeVoice washingtonpost.com/health/20…
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LeadingAge@LeadingAge8 Jul 2021
The #LTSS field is experiencing a workforce crisis. There are simply not enough professional caregivers to provide high-quality support to older adults. We need new and concerted efforts to expand the caregiver pipeline. Read more: leadingage.org/our-vision-pr… #LeadingAgeVoice
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CT Public Health
@CTDPH19 Jul 2021
FACT: The COVID-19 vaccines are NOT experimental. It is safe and recommended that you get vaccinated for yourself and those around you. #CTVaxFacts
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Today we join with over 400 nonprofit aging services providers to meet with Congress and advocate for policies that could improve care and services for older Americans! #CTdelegation #LeadingAgeVoice
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LeadingAge@LeadingAge18 Apr 2021
Join us in celebrating #CareersInAging Week! We encourage you to share stories about how fulfilling careers in aging services can be. For ideas on how to participate, visit: leadingage.org/workforce/car…
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Josh Geballe@JoshGeballe17 Mar 2021
Important study by @YaleSPH @CDCgov & @CTDPH, covered well by @AlexPutterman. @GovNedLamont prioritized nursing homes and the elderly, over 75% of CT seniors 65+ are now vaccinated and today's 7 day average of COVID-related deaths is at its lowest since early November.
Rick Green@VTConfidential17 Mar 2021
Vaccines work: @yale study shows vaccinations helped shut down COVID-19 in nursing homes in Connecticut. courant.com/coronavirus/hc-n…
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LeadingAge@LeadingAge6 Feb 2021
Our members are working hard to vaccinate their communities. Thank you for all that you are doing! #GetVaccinated Photo credit: LeadingAge Member Asbury
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LeadingAge@LeadingAge4 Feb 2021
“I think we’re going to see home-based care grow in lots of different ways, and we look forward to being part of that growth.” -LeadingAge's Katie Smith Sloan #LeadingAgeVoice mcknightsseniorliving.com/ho… @_McKnightsSL
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CT Public Health
@CTDPH4 Feb 2021
Fact, it just might save your life. Learn what it is, and what it's not, with our COVID-19 vaccine 101. #CTVaxFacts portal.ct.gov/-/media/Corona…
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LeadingAge@LeadingAge1 Feb 2021
We need your help to advocate for #COVID19 relief for older adults and their care workers! Act now: actnow.io/G9CYjBj
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