We need your help to advocate for #COVID19 relief for older adults and their care workers! Act now: actnow.io/G9CYjBj

“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/home/news/home… McKnight's Senior Living

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…

Our members are working hard to vaccinate their communities. Thank you for all that you are doing! #GetVaccinated Photo credit: LeadingAge Member Asbury

Important study by Yale School of Public Health CDC & CT Public Health, covered well by Alex Putterman. Governor Ned Lamont 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.

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/care…

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

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-pro… #LeadingAgeVoice

FACT: The COVID-19 vaccines are NOT experimental. It is safe and recommended that you get vaccinated for yourself and those around you. #CTVaxFacts

“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/2021/07…

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

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.

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

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

Nonprofit and mission-driven aging services organizations are making America a better place to grow old. #LeadingAge is proud to support them.

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

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.

Great start to the LeadingAge conference day!

Sheehy and Primus: System for what is covered in health care is broken courant.com/2024/02/13/she…