2018 AJAS Annual Conference | 12018 ANNUAL CONFERENCE February 11-14, 2018 Palm Beach Gardens, Florida

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Dear Friends,

We are excited to invite you to our 2018 Annual Conference, February 11-14 at the PGA National Resort & Spa in Palm Beach Gardens, FL. Our conference planning committee has designed an exciting program filled with an exceptional keynote, breakouts, AJASSpeaks and a new concept called “Follow the Money: War Room.”

We are proud to continue to have the vital and strong support of our business partners and exhibitors. The exhibit hall will take place on Monday, February 12 and business partners will have a strong presence at all our events. This year, exhibit hall hours will be 2:45 pm – 5:45 pm and will include cocktails and snacks. Immediately following the exhibit hall, please join us for “An Evening of Song, Soul, and Conversation with Judy Collins.”

The conference highlight will be a memorable site visit to MorseLife Health System, featuring a question-and-answer session after the tour, hosted by President & CEO, Keith A. Myers.

Please join us in Florida for education, networking, and most of all some fun! Plan to be a part of the 2018 Annual Conference in Palm Beach Gardens. We look forward to seeing you there!

All the best,

David and Stu

David R. Abraham Stuart B. AlmerBeth Sholom Village Gurwin Jewish Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

Continuing Education Credits will be available through the National Association of Long Term Care Administrator Board (NAB) for NHA, RCAL, and HCBS licenses. CFRE

credits will also be available.

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Rabbi Daniel Cohen Monday Morning, February 12

Popular motivator, mentor, and inspirational speaker, Rabbi Daniel Cohen’s unique blend of authenticity, humor, wisdom, and insight helps anyone better navigate contemporary society and lead a life of legacy. Rabbi Cohen has served in the rabbinate for over 20 years and currently serves as senior Rabbi at Congregation Agudath Sholom in Stamford, CT, the largest modern orthodox synagogue in New England. Rabbi Cohen is the editor of Mining for Gold: Essays Exloring the Relevancy of Torah in the Modern World and author of the recently published What Will They Say About You When You Are Gone? Creating a Life of Legacy. He enjoys doing magic shows, playing sports, writing, searching for God and living life with joy and an ever-present smile! Rabbi Cohen and Diane are the grateful parents of six daughters. For more information about Rabbi Cohen visit www.rabbidanielcohen.com

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SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 11

8:00 am Golf Tournament and Brunch

11:30 am - 3:30 pm Buses to Worth Avenue

12:00 pm - 6:00 pm Registration Open

1:00 pm - 5:30 pm Exhibitor Move-in

1:00pm - 2:30 pm AJAS Board of Directors Meeting

3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Development & Philanthropy Caucus

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Innovation Roundtables

5:00 pm - 5:30 pm Session for Exhibitors with Don Shulman

5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Opening Cocktail Reception

7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Dinner with Don (**advance reservation required**)

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 12

7:00 am - 5:30 pm Registration Open

7:30 am - 8:30 am Buffet Breakfast

8:30 am - 9:00 am Opening Plenary Session: Opening Remarks and Awards

9:00 am -10:00 am Keynote: Rabbi David Cohen

10:15 am - 11:45 am Follow the Money: War Room Part 1 and Breakouts

12:00 pm - 12:45 pm Lunch

1:00 pm - 2:15 pm Follow the Money: War Room Part 2 and Breakouts

2:45 pm - 5:45 pm Exhibitor Showcase & Cocktails

6:00 pm - 7:00 pm An Evening of Song, Soul and Conversation with Judy Collins

7:00 pm - 7:30 pm Book Signing with Judy Collins

9:00 pm - 11:00 pm Board Chair’s Nightcap

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 13

7:00 am - 1:00 pm Registration Open

7:30 am - 8:30 am Buffet Breakfast

8:00 am - 8:45 am AJAS Annual Business Meeting and Awards

9:00 am - 10:15 am AJASSpeaks Session: “What Brings Me Home”

10:30 am - 11:45 am Breakout Sessions

12:00 pm - 1:15 pm Lunch and Jewish Programming Awards

1:45 pm Load buses and travel to MorseLife Health System

2:45 pm - 3:30 pm Tour MorseLife Health System

3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Panel Discussion with MorseLife Key Leadership

4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Light Cocktail Reception at MorseLife

5:15 pm Buses start back to hotel

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 14

7:45 am - 8:45 am Buffet Breakfast

8:45 am - 11:00 am MASTERClass: How to Become a Strategic Partner for Hospitals

11:00 am - 11:15 am Closing Remarks by Stu Almer and David Abraham, Conference Chairs and Inspirational Message by Daniel Reingold

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Golf Tournament sponsored by

The 2018 AJAS Annual Golf Tournament will be taking place at the Fazio Golf Course located at the PGA Resort. The Fazio is a reinvention of The Haig, PGA National Resort & Spa’s original 18-hole course that opened in 1980. The Haig was designed by George and Tom Fazio in tribute to five-time PGA champion Walter Hagen, and its renovation is being led by third-generation designer Tom Fazio II, who emphasized modernizing the course layout. While the original par-72 routing remains intact, the renovation improves the classic golf architecture with modern advances. There is an additional fee for the tournament, which you will see when registering for the conference. Fee includes green fees, cart fees, range balls, golf service fees, Titleist golf balls, and brunch following the tournament. Club rentals are separate. More information about club rentals will be sent closer to the conference. The Fazio Golf Course is located on the PGA National Resort and within walking distance; singles are welcome.

Buses to Worth AvenueWorth Avenue is an upscale shopping and dining district in Palm Beach, Florida. The avenue stretches four blocks from Lake Worth to the Atlantic Ocean. Worth Avenue also includes smaller, architecturally significant “vias” off the main avenue. On Sunday, February 11 there will be transportation provided to and from the PGA National Resort & Spa. There is an additional fee for this activity, which you will see when registering for the conference.

Innovation Roundtables sponsored by

Come listen to award winners present their innovative programs and ideas in addition to hot topics from AJAS members on what they are working on in their individual communities.

Development & Philanthropy Caucus On Sunday, February 11, join Karen Flam, Foundation Director of Donald Berman Maimonides Geriatric Centre/Jewish Hospital of Hope Eldercare, for discussions on relevant issues relating to development and philanthropy.

Follow the Money: War Room sponsored by ***NEW

On the first day of the conference (Monday, February 12), the morning and afternoon meetings will include breakout sessions for the Development/Philanthropy teams and the Housing communities. The majority of members will remain together to learn and caucus on topics consuming our everyday energies and creativity. This session will include conversation on SNF Medicare Impending Changes (RCS) and how to retool your community; the Shifting Post-Acute Landscape; and Managed care initiatives focused on improving care for populations with chronic and complex conditions. The morning session will be educational in design and composed of a presentation by Marc Zimmet of Zimmet Healthcare. The afternoon session will feature Gene Huang from Remedy Partners who will review where the market is heading as well as the future of bundled payments.. The objective of this concept is to allow members to walk away with ideas and strategies that can be replicated within their communities.

Exhibitors’ ShowcaseThe showcase will take place 2:45 pm - 5:45 pm on Monday and is a ‘can’t miss’ part of the conference. The event is a great opportunity to meet with our exhibitors and business partners who work hard to support your communities and elders every day. New this year, cocktails and snacks will be available in the exhibit hall!

An Evening of Song, Soul, and Conversation with Judy Collins sponsored by

Please join us for a spectacular evening with Judy Collins, Monday, February 12. Judy has inspired audiences with her sublime vocals, boldly vulnerable songwriting, personal life triumphs, and a firm commitment to social activism. Judy is as creatively vigorous as ever, writing and touring worldwide. She continues to create music of hope and healing that lights up the world and speaks to the heart.

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AJASSpeaks We are pleased to bring this most popular conference event back in 2018. This exciting general session on Tuesday morning will be composed of four, 15-minute talks where presenters tell a compelling story of success and achievement. This year’s theme is “What Brings Me Home.” The speakers’ passions result in engaging and inspired talks that teach something new or perhaps counterintuitive. Please come and listen and begin to understand what really leads to success.

Community Lay Leaders Program sponsored by

On Tuesday morning from 10:30 am – 11:45 am, please join us for an inspiring session full of education, dialogue and insight with Larry Minnix, former President and CEO of LeadingAge. Larry will be discussing, “The Top 5 Mistakes Boards Make, The Top 5 Things Successful Boards Do, and Is Your Board on the Right Track?”

MorseLife Health SystemJoin us on Tuesday for a tour of the MorseLife Health System. MorseLife is a nationally recognized provider of health care, housing, and support services for seniors and their families in Palm Beach County and has been serving seniors for over 34 years. Attendees will enjoy a tour of the campus, take part in a Q&A session with key leadership, led by Keith A. Myers, President & CEO, and hear about recent changes and additions at MorseLife. The visit will finish with a light reception. All are welcome.

2018 MASTERClass sponsored by

This year’s MASTERClass is entitled, “How to Become a Strategic Partner to Hospitals” and will discuss the value of strategic partnerships with hospitals. A panel consisting of three AJAS communities will come together to share their unique and innovative ventures. The session will be led by James Newbrough, Chief Executive Officer of Menorah Park in Beachwood, OH; Carol Irvine, President & CEO of the Madlyn and Leonard Abramson Center of Jewish Life in North Wales, PA; and Lou Woolf, President & CEO of Hebrew SeniorLife in Boston, MA. Participants will leave the session feeling inspired with take-away initiatives to be applied in their own communities.

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CATEGORY EARLY RATE STANDARD RATE (by January 5, 2018) (begins January 6, 2018)

AJAS Member (1st Participant) $793 $868

AJAS Member (2nd Participant) $740 $815

AJAS Member (3rd Participant and beyond) $688 $763

Community Lay Leader $450 $550

Non-member; Corporate/ Business Representative $2,300 $2,300

Retired AJAS Executives $400 $400

Student $400 $400

Daily Rate (members only) $400 $500

Guest (must be registered with full participant) $285 $285

AJAS Sponsor (Consult the sponsor benefits or contact the AJAS office.) AJAS Exhibitor (Consult the exhibitor prospectus or contact the AJAS office.)

To register, please visit our website www.ajas.org or CLICK HERE.

If you have trouble registering please contact the AJAS office at info@ajas.org or 1-202-543-7500. Be sure to register by January 5, 2018 to take advantage of the early registration rates.

Registration fee includes admission to all educational sessions, the exhibitors’ showcase, receptions, breakfasts and lunches. Strict Kosher dietary laws will be observed. Unregistered guests will not be admitted to any conference session, dining function or the exhibit hall. All cancellations must be submitted in writing prior to January 11, 2018 for a refund or deferral (less processing fees). After January 11, 2018, payments cannot be refunded. However, registrations may be transferred to another member of your organization or deferred to the following year.

Bring your Community Lay Leaders!As we expand efforts for board involvement and education, it is imperative for AJAS members’ lay leaders to attend our conference. The spirit, fraternity and insight they will encounter will be invaluable. As the world of health care delivery changes and evolves, the ability of lay leaders to understand these changes will allow the communities to be better positioned for the challenging years ahead. This year we are set to present a Tuesday morning program specifically designed for the lay leaders.

First-time AttendeesIf you are a first-time attendee, we are excited to have you join our conference and want to make sure you feel welcome. Please select “first AJAS Conference” on the online registration form.

Hotel InformationThe conference will take place at the PGA National Resort & Spa, 400 Avenue of the Champions, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418. AJAS has secured a group rate of $369.00 per night (plus taxes) for a standard room for the dates of the conference as well as several days surrounding the conference. The hotel rate includes guest room Internet and the resort fee. This rate will be available until January 9, 2018, subject to availability.

To make reservations please click here to visit our group’s website.

You can also contact the hotel at 1-888-758-0945 to make reservations, however, please indicate you are with the Association of Jewish Aging Services to receive the conference rate.

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