Celebrating 35 Years of Long-Term Care Support Excellence

Founded in November of 1989, your association has been at the forefront of promoting quality care, fostering innovation, and shaping policies to ensure the well-being of those requiring long-term care, and those providing the services and care they need. Over the past three and a half decades, this association has witnessed significant transformations in the long-term care landscape, responding to changes in demographics, healthcare technologies, regulatory frameworks and many changes from within.

LeadingAge Tennessee plays a pivotal role in advocating for and supporting the needs of long-term care providers within the full continuum of senior services in our state. As we celebrate our 35th anniversary, it's an opportune moment to reflect on the strides made in the sector, acknowledge the challenges faced, and envision a future of enhanced care and support for seniors and those that provide their care and support.

LeadingAge Tennessee has played a crucial role in fostering collaboration and knowledge-sharing within the long-term care community across the state. Through conferences, webinars, and networking events, it has provided a platform for members and business partners to exchange ideas, share best practices, and stay abreast of the latest developments in the field. This spirit of collaboration has contributed to growth and a culture of continuous improvement.

As the association celebrates its 35th anniversary, it also acknowledges the challenges that lie ahead. The aging population, coupled with changing healthcare needs and workforce shortages, presents formidable hurdles that demand creative solutions and concerted efforts from all stakeholders. Furthermore, the COVID-19 pandemic has underscored the vulnerabilities within the long-term care system, highlighting the urgent need for resilience, preparedness, and innovation.

Looking to the future, the association remains committed to its mission of advocating for excellence in long-term care. It recognizes the importance of embracing technology to enhance efficiency and improve outcomes, while also prioritizing the human element of care, fostering compassionate and person-centered approaches. Moreover, it continues to champion diversity, equity, and inclusion within the long-term care workforce, recognizing that a diverse workforce is essential for meeting the needs of a diverse population.

In commemorating its 35th anniversary, LeadingAge Tennessee not only celebrates its past achievements but also reaffirms its commitment to shaping the future of long-term care. As it looks ahead to the next chapter, guided by its core values of integrity, collaboration, and compassion, it remains steadfast in its dedication to advancing the quality of life for all those who depend on long-term care services.

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The Benefits of Membership

LeadingAge Tennessee Members include:
  • Assisted Living Facilities
  • Continuing Care Retirement Communities
  • Nursing Homes/Skilled Nursing Facilities (hospital-based & free-standing)
  • Retirement Housing Communities
  • Senior Housing Communities + HUD Housing Communities
  • Various Agencies serving Senior Tennesseans

Associate Memberships are also available for professionals in gerontology and related fields and businesses that develop, manage, or provide services to the senior population.

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LeadingAge Tennessee also includes Business Partnerships. Business Partners provide a wide array of products and services related to long-term care. Many partner with LeadingAge Tennessee to support our education programs and supply corporate sponsorship for association meetings and activities.

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Walk On Song Public Art Exhibit

October 25 - November 1, 2024
Nashville, TN

We all have a song which captures our spirit and inspires us to live our life courageously. Residents and staff members of LeadingAge TN member communities will share their song and why they chose it during powerful conversations this Spring. These discussions are designed to create deep and meaningful intergenerational insights. There are a number of fun and inspirational ways to hold these conversations. After the conversations are held, each community will select one dynamic duo to be featured in our photography exhibit. We will be scheduling a photo shoot for the pair and a questionnaire for them to fill out to share some information about themselves and their enriching relationship.

Once the final photos are selected, a graphic artist will be using sound wave and lyric filters to create one of a kind portraits to be featured in an experiential gallery exhibit in Downtown Nashville, just outside of Music City Center. The exhibit is designed to celebrate the intergenerational relationship between elders and staff and will be located outside the Music City Center in Jimmy Dickens Terrace and open to the public from Friday, October 25 - Thursday, November 1, 2024. We will hold a Ribbon cutting on Saturday, October 26 at 12:00 PM.  Reach out to Gwyn or Julie for participation information and to learn more!

 

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