Join Us for the 2026 Senior Living Symposium on March 31

Join us on Tuesday, March 31 for the LeadingAge Massachusetts Senior Living Symposium: a high-impact, in-person gathering for senior living and housing leaders, board members, and business partners shaping the future of aging services.

This year’s program explores the financial, structural, and strategic forces redefining our field — from capital markets and long-term services and supports financing to innovation, home and community-based services, and resident partnership. Expect timely insight, practical perspective, and strong peer connection.

Co-sponsored with Ziegler, the Symposium delivers both big-picture context and actionable takeaways for informed decision-making.

March 31, 2026
Four Points by Sheraton, Norwood, MA

Discounted hotel rooms are available through February 27 at 5:00 PM. Contact the hotel directly at 781-769-7900 or lucy.finnerty@hobbsbrook.com.

Learn more and register here.

Final Call! Send Us Your Session Ideas!

Do you have insights, strategies, or lessons learned that could benefit your peers? LeadingAge Massachusetts invites members to submit session proposals for upcoming programs and events, including the 2026 Annual Conference & EXPO on June 10.

We’re seeking practical, experience-driven sessions that help leaders think strategically, address workforce and operational challenges, strengthen housing and services, and embrace innovation. If you have real-world lessons and actionable takeaways to share, we encourage you to step forward.

The deadline to submit proposals is this Friday, February 27.
Submit your proposal here

Business Members & Partners

Planning to engage through the EXPO? Booth registration is now open for the June 10, 2026 Annual Conference & EXPO. Reserve your space and connect directly with aging services decision-makers.

Secure your exhibit space here

Welcome to Our Newest Business Members

Please join us in welcoming the following organizations to the LeadingAge Massachusetts community. We’re pleased to have them join our network and look forward to the expertise they bring to members across the Commonwealth.

WayPoint Converts
A digital engagement partner helping organizations turn website visitors into quality leads through tools like Navigator and ProForms that integrate seamlessly with your existing website.

Partners Pharmacy
A long-term care pharmacy offering tailored medication management, consulting, and clinical support to senior living communities.

GeriTech
Technology partner for aging services organizations, delivering managed IT services, cybersecurity solutions, and infrastructure support.

Procare HR
Human resources consulting firm dedicated to senior living, providing strategic HR support, compliance guidance, and workforce solutions.

Upcoming Networking & Peer Group Meetings

Stay connected, collaborate, and tackle common challenges alongside your peers at these upcoming virtual networking events:

Human Resources Peer Group — February 20
An interactive session for HR professionals focused on peer learning, workforce trends, recruitment, retention, and policy updates.

CCRC Peer Group — March 5
A forum for continuing care retirement community leaders to share strategies, challenges, and best practices.

Housing Happenings — March 12
A peer exchange for housing professionals to discuss operational insights, innovations, and sector-specific issues.

Resource Spotlight: LeadingAge Report Portal

LeadingAge equips members with tools that strengthen organizations and improve care for older adults. In collaboration with LeadingAge New York, members now have access to the Report Portal — a member benefit providing easy access to quarterly and monthly CMS nursing home, home health, and hospice data, drawn directly from Care Compare.

The portal delivers exclusive reports that help members assess quality measures over time and in comparison to local competitors. These reports can support quality improvement initiatives, identify staff training needs, inform board presentations, strengthen outreach to referral sources, bolster payer and provider negotiations, improve star ratings, and guide strategic decision-making with a data-informed approach.

For nursing home members, LeadingAge Massachusetts will continue to provide quarterly 5-Star report links. In addition, eligible provider members are encouraged to access the Report Portal directly to retrieve reports whenever needed.

Access the portal here.

Amy Schectman to Retire as CEO of 2Life Communities

LeadingAge Massachusetts congratulates Amy Schectman on her upcoming retirement as Saul and Gitta Kurlat Chief Executive Officer of 2Life Communities, effective October 2, 2026. After more than four decades of service to affordable senior housing in Massachusetts, including 15 years leading 2Life through portfolio growth, innovation, and expanded mission impact, Amy’s leadership has left a lasting mark on the field. Current 2Life President Lizbeth Heyer will assume the CEO role following Amy’s retirement, continuing the organization’s commitment to aging in community. Read the full announcement here.

Joan Cusson Announces Retirement from Goddard and Hall Senior Living

LeadingAge Massachusetts extends our congratulations to Joan Cusson on her retirement after 13 years of dedicated leadership at Goddard and Hall Senior Living in Worcester. Joan’s steady vision and commitment to resident-centered service strengthened the community she served and contributed meaningfully to the broader aging services field. We are grateful for her leadership and partnership, and we wish her every happiness in this next chapter. Read the full announcement here.

Join Us in DC for the LeadingAge Leadership Summit

April 20–22, 2026 |Washington, DC

Connect with fellow CEOs, senior leaders, and board members from across the country at the 2026 LeadingAge Leadership Summit — a national gathering focused on advancing mission, strengthening strategy, and amplifying our shared voice.

This executive-level experience centers on the federal policy landscape, the sustainability of aging services, and the leadership required to serve older adults with excellence and impact. Through thoughtful dialogue and peer exchange, leaders engage the big questions shaping our field.

A signature component of the Summit is Lobby Day on Capitol Hill, when LeadingAge members meet directly with federal lawmakers to advocate for policies that support providers, strengthen the workforce, and expand opportunity for older adults. Don’t miss this opportunity to share your voice.

Join colleagues from across the country as we lead, learn, and advocate together.

Learn more and register now

Need to Fill Open Positions? Post on the LeadingAge MA Job Board

The LeadingAge MA Job Board is your go-to resource for reaching dedicated professionals in aging services. As a member, you receive discounted rates for posting open positions—making it easier and more affordable to find the right candidates who share your mission. Start posting today!

Share Your News with LeadingAge MA!

We love celebrating our members! Whether you have exciting announcements, innovative programs, leadership changes, or upcoming events, we want to hear from you. Your stories help highlight the incredible work happening across our network and inspire others in the field of aging services.

Send us your news, and we’ll feature it in our newsletter, website, or social media. Let’s showcase the impact of our community together!

📩 Submit your updates to Sarah at SLacasse@leadingagema.org