LeadingAge Virginia

🚗 Miles & Smiles: Connecting with Our Members! 😊 Melissa Andrews, our President & CEO, had the opportunity to visit The Village at Orchard Ridge and connect with Executive Director, Steven Nastasi and Allison Combs with National Lutheran Communities & Services. During her visit, she toured construction underway to improve the community's common areas as a part of their ongoing efforts to foster a more vibrant and welcoming environment for residents. These visits help us better understand how we can support our members' missions and share in their dedication to serving older Virginians with care and purpose. 👏 We look forward to continuing the journey and sharing more member stories across the Commonwealth. 💚 #MilesAndSmiles #LeadingAgeVirginia #MemberConnections #AgingServices #OrchardRidge

📣 Advocacy in action & impact!📣 On April 9th, LeadingAge Virginia brought a powerhouse team of mission-driven members to Capitol Hill for one of the most active advocacy days of the year at #LeadingAge25. We met with Virginia's Representatives Wittman, McClellan, Scott, and Senator's Kaine and Warner to elevate the needs of older adults and those who care for them. The message? Clear, urgent, and backed by lived experience: ✅ No cuts to Medicaid ✅ More affordable housing ✅ Legal pathways for international workers ✅ Protect tax-exempt bonds ✅ Fund Area Agencies on Aging With stories, solutions, and determination, our members showed what it means to lead with purpose. Advocacy like this shapes the future of aging services and we're just getting started! #AdvocacyInAction #CapitolHillDay #AdvocacyWithHeart #TogetherWeLead #PolicyWithPurpose

🎉 A huge thank you to RLPS Architects for sponsoring the award gala at our 2025 Annual Conference & EXPO! Your commitment to designing inspiring spaces truly enriches lives and builds community. ✨ Join us in Norfolk to connect with the RLPS team and explore how their innovative architectural solutions can elevate your projects. With over 70 years of experience, they are dedicated to creating flexible environments that empower individuals at every life stage. Let's shape the future together! Register today: https://lnkd.in/db23DDTn #ArchitectureForGood #InspirationInDesign #BuildingCommunity

Recently, Carter Lyons, our Senior Director of Member Experience & Workforce Strategy, joined VSAE board members in Washington, DC for ASAE's Fly-In, meeting with lawmakers to spotlight key federal issues: 🔹 Nonprofit Tax Reform: As the 2017 Tax Cuts & Jobs Act approaches its 2025 sunset, associations and nonprofits face risks to their tax-exempt status. 🔹 Freedom to Invest in Tomorrow's Workforce Act: This bipartisan bill would allow 529 savings to fund skills training and credentials—supporting workforce development across sectors. Meetings included stops at Rep. McGuire's and Sen. Kaine's offices and collaboration with the Community Impact Coalition. Importantly, LeadingAge Virginia is also taking a separate advocacy trip to the Hill—visiting more members of the Virginia congressional delegation to elevate the unique needs of older adults and the aging services workforce. We're proud to lead, support, and amplify the voice of aging services across every level of government. #AgingServices #NonprofitAdvocacy #ASAEFlyIn #OnTheHill

🌟 Join us for our Annual Conference June 3-5! 🌟 Beyond inspiring sessions and networking opportunities lies the vibrant atmosphere of Norfolk. 🌊✨ With countless restaurants, bars, and museums, embrace enriching experiences beyond the event! Don't forget to register early to secure your spot and explore the best local gems before they fill up! 🍽️🎉 #AnnualConference #NorfolkVibes #NetworkingOpportunities VisitNorfolk #757 #agingservices #norfolk #vb Register Today: https://lnkd.in/db23DDTn

🌟 Unlock the power of accurate MDS assessments! Join us for our upcoming webinar series, **MDS: Accuracy Matters - Navigating the New Landscape!** 🌟 In this comprehensive three-day virtual workshop, dive deep into every MDS section and gain the practical insights you need for precise assessments. 🏥✨ Learn to identify common coding errors, enhance community processes, and improve resident outcomes. We'll also explore the Care Area Assessment (CAA) process and the Patient Driven Payment Model (PDPM) to optimize your reimbursement strategies. Don't miss out on this essential training! 📅 Reserve your spot today: https://lnkd.in/emctc3mk #MDSEducation #AccuracyMatters #ResidentCare

🚗 Miles & Smiles: Connecting with Our Members! 😊 One of the best parts of what we do at LeadingAge Virginia is traveling across the Commonwealth to connect with our incredible member communities and see their innovations in action! Recently, our President & CEO, Melissa Andrews, visited Shenandoah Valley Westminster-Canterbury, where she met with Jeannie Shiley, President & CEO, and toured their beautiful new Villas that promote person-centered living and enhance the lives of older adults! 👏 Follow along to see where we go next and continue discovering the incredible efforts shaping aging services across Virginia! 💚 #MilesAndSmiles #LeadingAgeVirginia #MemberConnections #AgingServices #ShenandoahValley

🌟 Expert insight from LeadingAge Virginia! 🌟 We're excited to share that Dana Parsons, our Vice President & Legislative Counsel, was featured as an expert source in a recent Care.com article on long-distance caregiving. With families often separated by miles, Dana provides practical advice and thoughtful strategies to help caregivers stay engaged and ensure their loved ones receive the best possible support. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/egMem47i #Caregiving #LongDistanceCaregiving #FamilySupport

🌟 Calling all change-makers! It's time to recognize the incredible contributions of our community! Nominate a co-worker or organization for the 2025 Annual Member Awards, celebrating transformational leadership, worforce, and philanthropic excellence. 📅 Don't forget the nomination deadline: April 10! Let's shine a spotlight on those who inspire! ✨ 🔗https://lnkd.in/g6Ryn2t9 #LeadingAgeVirginia #Awards2025 #TransformationalChange

🌟Proud moment!🌟 We are proud to be recognized as one of Virginia's 2025 Top Employers for Interns by Virginia Talent + Opportunity Partnership! At LeadingAge Virginia, we know that today's interns are tomorrow's leaders, and we are committed to providing hands-on, meaningful experiences that shape the future of aging services. By investing in future professionals, we're strengthening a passionate workforce that will continue to make a difference. We're looking forward to celebrating with fellow honorees on Virginia Intern Day this July! 🎊👏 #VTOP #VirginiaInternDay #InternshipExcellence #AgingServices #FutureLeaders #LeadingAgeVirginia