Conference Agenda
Rise and Shine Breakfast and Networking: 8am-9am
Sponsored by Good Day LTC Pharmacy
Morning Session:
9:00am - Keynote Address: Embracing Innovation in Assisted Living
Speaker: Dayle Wickizer
Dayle Wickizer isn't just another executive; she's a pro at making things tick better — whether it's tech or teams. With a foot in the door of the tech world as a VP of IT Managed Services and the other in the heart of community care as a General Manager, she's got the know-how from the high-speed tech sector and the people-first approach of senior home care. This blend makes her a natural at understanding the ins and outs of AI and how it can serve real people in real communities.
Her knack for diving into data, spotting where things could run smoother, and setting up systems that actually work, makes her a go-to person for bringing AI into the picture in a way that’s practical and impactful. Plus, she's spent time shaping the minds of MBA students about innovative business and operations, which means she's got the teaching chops to break down AI into bite-sized, understandable pieces. Dayle’s about rolling up sleeves, getting into the details, and then zooming out to make sure all those tech advances really mean something for the folks who call assisted living community’s home.
10:15-12:15am - Interactive Technology Table Discussions: Join us for engaging and dynamic discussions at our interactive technology tables. Explore cutting-edge advancements in assisted living and participate in insightful conversations led by industry experts.
- Transitioning to Electronic Systems: Making the Next Leap Forward, Navin Nageli, CEO, NueAssist Inc: Join us as we embark on a journey towards a more technologically-driven future in assisted living. Discover the latest trends, strategies, and best practices for transitioning to electronic systems seamlessly.
- Harnessing the Power of Artificial Intelligience (AI), Dayle Wickizer, Intentional Results: As we step into an age where tech becomes our ally in every aspect of life, AI is transforming the way we think about care in assisted living communities. In this session, let's chat about how AI isn’t just a buzzword but a real game-changer for residents and caregivers alike. No jargon, no fear, just a straight talk on how AI can make things safer, more efficient, and honestly, a bit more human. We’ll share stories, learn what works, pitfalls to avoid and how to get started. Let’s get together to see how we can bring this AI magic into our everyday routines.
- Virtual Reality for Seniors: Clinically Designed, Adaptable, Informative and Engaging: Lisa Apple PT, DPT, REAL System Territory Manager, www.realysystem.com: Discover the transformative potential of virtual reality (VR) in senior care during this immersive session. Explore both therapeutic and recreational applications of VR and learn how this technology can enhance the well-being and quality of life for everyone.
- GTI Labs is at the forefront of revolutionizing healthcare through personalized medicine, presenter Alison DeMarco, GTI, Genetic Technological Innovations: Their innovative approach to pharmacogenetic testing (PGx) is transforming the way we understand and administer medications. By analyzing genetic information, GTI Labs enables healthcare providers to predict how individuals will respond to specific medications, minimizing the risk of adverse reactions and optimizing treatment outcomes. Don't miss the opportunity to learn from GTI Labs and discover how pharmacogenetic testing is reshaping the future of medicine!
- Lunch Break: 12:15-1:15 pm
Afternoon Session:
1:15-2:30pm: Building Resilience in Times of Change, Janet Cornell-Senior Care Administrator Coaching LLC and Brian J. Pinkowski-Pinkowski Law & Policy Group, LLC: Top 10 deficiencies and strategies for adapting to evolving regulations, demographics, and market demands. Cultivating a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
2:30-2:45pm: Break
2:45-3:15pm: Panel Discussion, Navigating “Dementia Together” with the SPECAL® Photograph Album Method with speaker, Claire Richardson, Dementia Together Outreach and Resource Development Manager, dementiatogether.org : Gain a deeper understanding of the SPECAL®, another approach to dementia care focusing on empathy, communication, and validation. Understand the practical strategies which are based on an understanding of dementia as a simple disability which can be positively managed. By understanding dementia through the framework of a simple and highly effective way of explaining how it feels to experience dementia, using the analogy of the SPECAL® Photograph Album. (The Contented Dementia Trust, Burford, England), creating and sustaining well-being become possible.
3:30-4:30pm: Closing Keynote: Walking with Wholy Kicks - Embracing the Future of Aging: Join us for an inspiring and thought-provoking closing keynote session featuring Wholly Kicks. In this captivating presentation, Wholly Kicks will share insights, wisdom, and strategies for embracing the future of aging with confidence, optimism and purpose!
4:30-6:00pm: Networking Reception and Happy Hour
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