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2026 Annual Conference & EXPO | Registration Now Open!
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Registration is now open for the 2026 LeadingAge Massachusetts Annual Conference & EXPO and early bird pricing is available through April 30.
Join us on June 10 in Norwood for a full day focused on the people driving change across aging services. This year’s theme, Change Makers, comes to life through practical ideas, fresh perspective, and real connection with colleagues who are navigating the same challenges and opportunities.
Spots fill quickly and early bird savings won’t last!
Learn more, register, or reserve your booth: https://www.leadingagema.org/events/2026-conference-and-expo
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Mimi Lewis Named 2026 LeadingAge Leadership Award Winner
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Mimi Lewis, Program Director of the R3 initiative at Hebrew SeniorLife, has been named the 2026 LeadingAge Leadership Award winner.
The award recognizes emerging leaders who are making a meaningful impact within their organizations and communities. Mimi was honored for her collaborative leadership style, strong communication skills, and her role in expanding the R3 program’s reach from 400 to more than 2,400 older adults across multiple communities. Read more here.
Congratulations to Mimi on this outstanding achievement!
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Erin Finn Recognized for Leadership in Aging Services
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Erin Finn, CFO of Brookhaven at Lexington and a LeadingAge Massachusetts member, was recognized by UMass Boston as the recipient of the Ellen Birchander Distinguished Service Award in Aging Services, honoring her more than 27 years of leadership and commitment to older adults. She was also recognized for earning her Master’s degree. This faculty-selected award reflects the depth of Erin’s impact and her consistent focus on dignity, quality of life, and community.
Join us in congratulating Erin on this well-deserved recognition!
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Colleen Morrissey Named COO at SCES
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Colleen Morrissey, a graduate of the LeadingAge Massachusetts Leadership Academy, has been named Chief Operating Officer at Somerville-Cambridge Elder Services (SCES).
Colleen brings nearly 12 years of experience with SCES, having advanced through a range of leadership roles spanning client services, planning, communications, volunteer programs, and external affairs. Her work has consistently strengthened operations while expanding the organization’s reach and impact.
Congratulations, Colleen, on this well-deserved leadership role.
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CLA Webinar: Cybersecurity Insights for Nonprofit Leaders
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LeadingAge Massachusetts Platinum Partner CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen) is offering a complimentary webinar, Inside the Cybersecurity Frontlines with Nonprofit IT Leaders, focused on the evolving cyber threat landscape.
Designed for nonprofit executives and operational leaders, the session shares practical strategies from a chief information security officer perspective, helping organizations better understand risk and protect their mission.
For members, this is a timely opportunity to strengthen internal awareness and approach cybersecurity as a core part of organizational resilience.
Watch the webinar: https://godigital.claconnect.com/insights/webinar/inside-cybersecurity-with-a-nonprofit-ciso/
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A Strong Turnout and Important Conversations at the 2026 Senior Living Symposium
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LeadingAge Massachusetts was proud to welcome nearly 250 leaders to the 2026 Senior Living Symposium for a day of critical insights and thoughtful dialogue about the challenges and opportunities shaping aging services.
The program explored critical issues including the state of senior living, financing long-term services and supports, federal funding pressures, the role of home and community-based services, and the importance of meaningful resident engagement. The depth of expertise and openness shared across sessions made for a truly valuable experience.
Thank you to our longtime Platinum Partner Ziegler, who joined us for the 18th year in supporting this event, and to our Diamond Partner Symbria for sponsoring the closing reception and helping bring the day to a strong close.
We are especially grateful to our speakers and attendees for the insight, candor, and commitment they brought to the conversation.
View photos from the day here.
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Resonant Energy Featured for Supporting Nonprofits with Solar
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LeadingAge Massachusetts Business Affiliate Resonant Energy was recently featured in Canary Media for its work helping nonprofits explore solar energy.
Through its Solar Upgrading Nonprofits (SUN) program, organizations can access no-cost analysis and support to evaluate solar projects and potential savings. For members, this is a practical opportunity to reduce energy costs and advance sustainability goals without significant upfront investment.
Learn more: https://www.canarymedia.com/articles/solar/program-pays-nonprofits-consider-solar
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OutstandingLife: Supporting LGBTQ+ Older Adults
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OutstandingLife is a free, online senior center where more than 650 LGBTQ+ older adults across Massachusetts and beyond come together to learn, connect, and build community. Created by and for LGBTQ+ people, the program centers belonging, visibility, and support for individuals who may be experiencing isolation, discrimination, or health and economic challenges.
For LeadingAge Massachusetts members, OutstandingLife offers a ready-to-use, no-cost resource to better support LGBTQ+ residents and clients. Members can connect individuals directly to a consistent, affirming community that helps reduce isolation, strengthen wellbeing, and expand access to meaningful engagement, particularly for those who are homebound or underserved.
Each year, OutstandingLife offers more than 150 live virtual programs, including peer-led support groups, wellness sessions, cultural activities, and social gatherings. Its virtual model makes participation easy to integrate into existing programming without additional staffing or cost.
Learn more or support the program https://outstandinglife.org/
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May is Older Americans Month
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May is Older Americans Month, a national observance led by the Administration for Community Living to recognize the contributions of older adults, highlight key aging trends, and reaffirm our commitment to supporting older adults in our communities.
The 2026 theme, “Champion Your Health,” emphasizes prevention, wellness, and empowering older adults to take an active role in their health and independence.
For LeadingAge Massachusetts members, this is an opportunity to celebrate residents, elevate stories, and reinforce the value of aging services in supporting health, independence, and community connection.
Explore materials and ideas to get involved: https://acl.gov/oam/materials
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Need to Fill Open Positions? Post on the LeadingAge MA Job Board
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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!
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Share Your News with LeadingAge MA!
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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
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