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Senior Living Workforce Symposium

The senior living industry faces an unprecedented challenge – a growing demand for care with a workforce struggling to keep pace. With 10,000 baby boomers turning 65 every day and up to 70% requiring long-term care, the urgency is undeniable.

Unlike any other event, the Argentum Workforce Symposium brings together leading workforce organizations dedicated to bridging the gap between employers and top-tier candidates. From workforce boards to Job Corps and community colleges, these partners are committed to connecting you with the talent you need to thrive.

The 2025 Workforce Symposium events are currently in the planning stages, and we’re excited to bring you another dynamic event series focused on addressing workforce challenges and opportunities in the senior living industry. Stay tuned for updates on sessions, speakers, and registration details. Be sure to bookmark this page and check back regularly for the latest information. We look forward to sharing more with you soon!

Why Attend?

  • Comprehensive Workforce Framework – The agenda is meticulously designed around Argentum’s workforce framework, which emphasizes strategic partnerships with:
    1. Colleges and Universities: Explore student-centered initiatives and career opportunities tailored for the senior living sector.
    2. Job Corps: Discover youth-centered recruitment strategies to attract new talent into the industry.
    3. Apprenticeship Programs: Gain insights into practical training and development programs that can be implemented within your organization.
    4. Senior Living Education and Courses: Learn about the latest educational offerings and training opportunities to enhance workforce skills.
    5. Retention Strategies: Discuss effective methods to retain and nurture talent within your organization.

  • Participatory Dialogue Sessions
    Engage in dynamic, participatory sessions where you’ll collaborate with peers in a team-based format. These sessions are designed to ensure every attendee has the opportunity to contribute ideas, share suggestions, and discuss best practices on key areas such as Job Centers, Colleges, Training, and more.

  • Actionable Outcomes
    At the conclusion of the symposium, you’ll walk away with a wealth of perspectives and actionable insights on each focal area. These insights will be invaluable in shaping your organization’s workforce strategies and contributing to the overall development of the senior living industry.

  • State Associations Collaboration
    Gain exclusive access to Argentum’s comprehensive Workforce framework. This valuable resource will provide a pathway for state associations to enhance their own workforce efforts, fostering a stronger, more skilled workforce across the board.

Registration for 2025 Will Be Available Soon!

For questions regarding registration, contact Kari Horesky.
For questions regarding the agenda and programming, contact Ashante Abubakar.

2024 Agenda

Monday, August 5

Tuesday, August 6

7:30 - 9:15 AM
Registration & Continental Breakfast

SPEAKER:

  • James Balda, President and CEO, Argentum

SPEAKER:

  • Ashante Abubakar, Vice President, Workforce Development, Argentum

SPEAKER:

  • Ashante Abubakar, Vice President, Workforce Development, Argentum

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SPEAKERS:

  • Dr. Mildred Charles, Founder, Career Mindset Coaching
  • Jerome Countee, (former) District Vice Chancellor, California Community Colleges
  • John Dyer, AVP, Workforce Development, American Association of Community Colleges
  • Dorothy Umans, Dean of Community Education and Extended Learning Services Director, Montgomery College
  • Denise Ware-Jackson (Moderator), Associate Dean, Division of Health, Wellness and Hospitality, Prince George’s Community College
  • Deborah Zimmer, Manager, Employer Relations & Experiential Learning, The Universities at Shady Grove
  • Dr. Darren Gibson, Associate Vice President of Community Development, Education, and Operations, Howard Community College

FOCUS AREAS:

  • Senior Living Credentialing: Understanding Community College and University Requirements for Credentialing
  • Exploring Career Connections: Creating Meaningful Pathways through Student Connections, Mentorships, and Apprenticeships

SPEAKERS:

  • Jan Abraham, MBA, Business Services Consultant, WorkSource Montgomery
  • Robert Knight, Director of Government Relations & Workforce Policy, Equus Workforce Solutions

 

FOCUS AREAS:

  • Local Labor Boards and Training: Career Opportunities and understanding the requirements of WIOA, Wagner-Peyser, and other state and federal funding sources.
  • National Service Programs: Partnering with national service programs and understanding their potential impact on the Senior Living Workforce, i.e., AmeriCorps, Casa, Tent, and others.

OUTCOMES:

  • Dialogue on how best to provide understanding, toolkits, and or guides for WIOA, Wagner-Peyser, and other resources.
  • Determine the best practices for partnerships with national service programs.

SPEAKERS:

  • Cassie Carmestro, PHR, Director of HR, Charter Senior Living
  • Janet Andrews, Program Director, Argentum

FOCUS AREAS:

  • The Healthcare Apprenticeship and Expansion Program (HAEP), Lessons and Outcomes

OUTCOMES:

  • HAEP, Lessons & Outcomes from Four Years of Grant Administration
7:30 - 9:00 AM
Continental Breakfast

SPEAKER:

  • Ashante Abubakar, Vice President, Workforce Development, Argentum

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FOCUS:

  • Providing Entry-level Senior Living Career Training
  • Modalities
  • Length of Training
  • Target Audience
  • Goals and Objectives of the Training
  • Modules of Training

SPEAKER:

FOCUS:

  • Learn real-world examples of ways you can reduce employee turnover. 

SPEAKERS:

  • Dan Passarella, Resource Consultant, Argentum
  • Ashante Abubakar, Vice President, Workforce Development, Argentum

 

FOCUS AREAS:

  • Argentum’s Workforce Approach
  • The Workforce Ecosystem & State Partners
  • The Direct Workforce Service (DWS) Process

OUTCOMES:

  • Developing a Network for Workforce Collaboration
  • Establishing a Do-It-Yourself DWS Process

SPEAKERS:

Ashante Abubakar

Thank you to our Sponsors!

Sponsorship of the Senior Living Workforce Symposium offers your company brand visibility and exclusive networking opportunities with the leaders of Argentum member companies as they gather to shape the future of senior living workforce and collectively impact the lives of two million people.

Meet The Sponsors

Industry Benefactor

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Elite Sponsors

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Supporting Sponsors

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