Webinar

The USAging Consulting Services program works with health and social care experts from across the country to offer tailored approaches to address consulting interests and needs for AAAs, community-based organizations (CBOs), states, associations, and community care hubs (CCHs). Join this multi-part webinar series to learn about our diverse group of consultants and the deep knowledge and expertise they bring to supporting organizations in preparing and responding to business needs and opportunities at the intersection of health and social care.

Join USAging's Aging and Disability Business Institute for an insightful webinar where speakers will dive into a compelling peer-led case study showcasing the unique, powerful partnership between a Center for Independent Living (CIL) and an Area Agency on Aging (AAA) operating collaboratively as an Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC). This case study, developed by Disability Revolution, Inc. for the Aging and Disability Business Institute in partnership with ILRU, and funded by The John A. Hartford Foundation, will highlight the strengths, challenges and replicable aspects of this innovative partnership. The webinar will feature a panel discussion with leaders from case study participating organizations, sharing their real-world experiences, key takeaways and promising practices for other CILs and AAAs looking to build/replicate similar connections and collaborations between entities. The CIL-AAA partnership featured in this case study reflects how the two entities operate successfully, demonstrating meaningful collaboration between disability and aging services are possible. Service delivery and resource accessibility are enhanced by bridging services gaps ultimately improving access for older adults and people with disabilities. As a result of this CIL-AAA innovative partnership, the organizations have unlocked funding opportunities from within the health care sector to facilitate the provision of crucial services such as transition and diversion for aging and disabled individuals.

In this webinar hosted by USAging's Aging and Disability Business Institute, speakers will share the findings of a new report about contracting experiences and the ways that contracting affects organizational operations, staffing and culture. The report is based on interviews with 13 individuals representing 10 Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs), who also shared lessons learned and advice for contracting. Webinar participants will also hear from Lisa Sheppard, CEO of Missoula Aging Services in Montana, on her AAA’s perspectives on the impact of health care contracting.