Speaker: Tom Meyers and Jason Choi (Ziegler)

There is much talk about a new normal in our senior living and care sector. The reality is, many of the dramatic shifts that have unfolded the past four years were trends that were already underway in many respects. What the pandemic did was disrupt the sector at a much faster pace than anyone was prepared for. So what does this all mean for the future of our sector? The reality is, while much has changed, there are also factors that have not. We continue to be in a country that is aging and aging fast. While the pandemic disproportionally impacted older adults, it has not changed the demographic predictions for the older adult population. During this session, presenters will address topics such as the dynamic healthcare environment, technology adoption, growth, workforce pressures and the capital markets ranging from the bank direct placement market to fixed-rate bond issuances.

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Speaker: Sarah Starcher and Deb Lambert (Byron Wellness Community)

After a few months of unique, first-time, situations, come listen to our lessons learned and how we changed course and made immediate decisions as a team to get through these difficult situations.

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Speaker: Amber Bardon (Parasol Alliance)

A premier workplace culture is defined by several key components, including a strong sense of purpose, open communication, mutual trust and respect, opportunities for growth and development, and a supportive work-life balance.

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Speaker: Tom Meyers and Jason Choi (Ziegler)

Description: The degree to which technologies were adopted in the senior living and care space has increased dramatically. Much of the accelerated rate of adoption has been around speed of adoption and putting solutions in place that assisted with navigating through the pandemic. What in the past may have been more of a choice to adopt a particular technology or platform, quickly became a necessary implementation, but what does our sector need to do to ensure technologies are being utilized to their maximum and that solutions are put in place to address some of our greatest needs? Many unknowns still remain, but what is certain is that technology adoption, technology spending, and healthcare innovation will continue to move forward at a fairly rapid pace. We will see a shift to advanced technology implementation and innovation that will be less about speed of adoption and more about maximizing current solutions.

As providers look at alternative models and permanent shifts in how we do business, we would encourage providers to think about technology's role in that new world. These are the key themes that will be covered during this session. Ziegler will feature some of its latest research on technology adoption and spending and will share resources available for providers (white papers, etc.). Panelists will share their insights into various sub-topics related to technology such as telehealth, artificial intelligence, resident engagement solutions and workforce technologies to name a few.

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Speaker: David Jose (Amundsen Davis)

In this critical session, we will delve into the most recent legal and regulatory changes affecting aging services providers in Indiana. As we step into 2024 and look towards the future, staying ahead of the legal landscape is paramount for maintaining compliance and ensuring quality care. This presentation, tailored specifically for leadership and administrators of aging services providers, will provide an in-depth analysis of the latest legislative amendments, regulatory updates, and court rulings.

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Speaker: Keith Persinger (Provider Partners)

 Long-Term Care, Assisted Living, and Senior Living communities can be successful by partnering with a provider sponsored Institutional Special Needs Medicare Advantage Plan (I-SNP) and/or ACO REACH programs. Learn how your organization can achieve success, improve quality, and generate shared savings through a tech-enabled care value-based care program.

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Speaker: Caryn Enderle (Concept Rehab)

The current administration set a goal for all 63 million+ Medicare beneficiaries to be part of a value-based care model by 2030. Now is the time for PAC leaders to bolster cross-continuum collaboration as a means of driving down costs, boosting census and increasing overall resident experience. In this educational opportunity, participants will leave with actionable strategies to enhance upstream referral relationships, assure downstream collaboration and deliver on transitions across the continuum that are most successful for your residents and mitigate risks of readmission.

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Speaker: Nora Wiley (Luminaut)

In this time of great change in the industry, we are faced with increased supply costs, staffing shortages, and a more discerning consumer. As newer and nicer competition comes our market, learn how can we rework our current communities in manageable steps to compete for both residents and employees.

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Speaker: Suzannah Overholt (Amundsen Davis)

Description: There is an ever increasing awareness of mental health issues in the workplace, especially since mental health issues can lead to hazardous working conditions. But what responsibility does an employer have to address these issues? Join Suzannah Overholt for a discussion on the legal pitfalls employers must be aware of when addressing the well-being of their employees. Topics of discussion will include: When is an employee's mental health issue considered a workplace hazard? What reasonable accommodations can you provide to employees? We will also discuss OSHA, ADA and FMLA considerations.

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Speaker: Nadia Williams (Vendi)

AI in Senior Living: Revolutionizing Occupancy Growth" by Nadia Williams 2024 sheds light on how artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping the landscape of senior living communities. By addressing key challenges such as post-pandemic recovery, labor shortages, financial strain, changing market demands, and strategic planning, the presentation highlights how AI is unlocking new possibilities for achieving higher occupancy rates. Through personalized care plans, predictive insights, task automation, and enhanced resident experiences, AI is revolutionizing the way senior living communities attract and retain residents, ultimately driving growth and maximizing occupancy.