o4a Five Star Innovation & Education Summit
O4A FIVE STAR INNOVATION & EDUCATION SUMMIT
Sponsored by Medical Mutual
June 6-7, 2022
Marriott Columbus Northwest, Dublin Ohio
Day One pLENARY sESSIONS
Movement to Innovation
Summary
Major changes have taken place in the AAA network during the last 10 years and more changes are contemplated. The opening session will provide information on national movements that will influence the work of integrating social care with health care, detail Health Services Advisory Group’s work in assisting AAAs in planning for these changes and hear from an AAA professional implementing innovation.
Speakers:
- Larke Recchie, CEO, Ohio Association of Area Agencies on Aging – PRESENTATION
- Emily Higgins, Health Services Advisory Group – PRESENTATION
- Mary Lipovan, Director of Public Health and Transportation Care, Wester Reserve Area Agency on Aging – PRESENTATION
- Tommy York, Director of Business Operations, Western Reserve Area Agency on Aging – PRESENTATION
Social Isolation and Loneliness in the Time of COVID and Beyond
Summary
Social Isolation was a health issue before the current pandemic. Research shows that the negative health effects of chronic isolation and loneliness, while harmful at any age, are especially dangerous for people over 50. Older adults, who were at increased risk of social isolation before the pandemic, are the most at-risk group. This session will talk about the impact of Social Isolation and loneliness and will highlight some of the initiatives that were rolled out to mitigate the impact.
Speakers:
- Michele Bates, RN, Vice President, Consumer & Employee Services, Area Agency on Aging Region 9, Inc.
- Ciara Harding, MSN, RN, ADRN Special Programs Supervisor, Area Agency on Aging Region 9, Inc.
- Jenni Lewis, Director of Community and Training, Area Agency on Aging District 7, Inc.
- Brandi Chrzanowski, MBA, LSW, Director of Project Management, Quality Improvement & Provider Relations, Direction Home Akron Canton Area Agency on Aging & Disabilities
Why Age-Friendly Communities Matter
Summary
People of all ages benefit from the adoption of policies and programs that make neighborhoods walkable, feature transportation options, enable access to key services, provide opportunities to participate in community activities, and support housing that is affordable and adaptable. Learn why Age-Friendly Communities matter, how supporting Age Friendly Communities is within the mission of Area Agencies on Aging, and what national and state support is available to help start and engage with Age-Friendly Communities in Ohio.
Speakers:
- Beth Kowalczyk, Chief Policy Officer, Ohio Association of Area Agencies on Aging – PRESENTATION
- Matt Reed, Vice President of Community Engagement, Direction Home Akron Canton Area Agency on Aging and Disabilities – PRESENTATION
- Tamara James, Director of Strategic Initiatives, Central Ohio Area Agency on Aging – PRESENTATION
- Marisa Sheldon, Director, Age-Friendly Innovation Center at The Ohio State University College of Social Work – PRESENTATION
Day two
pLENARY
The New Inclusion Quotient (IQ)- Organizational Inclusion Intelligence
Summary
Creating an inclusive workplace does not just happen. It must be cultivated through intention. In fact, it is said, if you are not intentional about inclusion you are certainly excluding. We will explore the notion that diversity, equity, and inclusion make us smarter and if an organization is deliberate in making sure that all employees are participating to their fullest potential, and they feel valued, respected, and appreciated for their perspectives and contributions, they will be more productive individually and collectively produce higher outcomes. This New IQ concept introduces the brain science behind inclusion and how to leverage it as an organizational tool to improve performance, work relationships, morale, and job satisfaction.
Speaker:
Breakouts
Create and Be Part of a Recruitment and Retention Culture
Summary
If you are interested in making an impact on your organization’s recruitment and retention, this interactive session is for you. Attendees will learn how all employees can create a culture where recruitment and retention benefit. Others will be called upon to share their best practices. Walk away with 1, 2, 3 or more easy steps to implement practices that have proven to impact recruitment and retention. This session is for anyone regardless of their position!
Speaker:
Duana Patton, CEO, Ohio District 5 Area Agency on Aging, Inc. – PRESENTATION
Organizational Transformation with Change Management in the Workplace
Summary
The workplace must continuously change and evolve for an organization to remain competitive. Most organizations today are in a constant state of flux, as they respond to the fast-moving business environment. Organizational transformation with change management will be interactive and emphasize the change process and obstacles to change. Organizational shifts can have either a positive or negative experience for those involved, depending on how effectively employees are led through the process of a change.
Speaker:
Diane Ramey, Vice President of Medical Services, Ohio District 5 Area Agency on Aging, Inc. – PRESENTATION
Recognizing Mental Health Issues in the Workplace
Summary
Attendees will learn how to recognize mental health issues in the workplace, understand management responsibilities, and where to go for help.
Speakers:
- Maggie Hallett, Senior Director for Workplace Health and Education, Mental Health America of Ohio
- LeeAnn Mattes, Get Connected Program Director, Mental Health America of Ohio
PLENARY
Medical Mutual Innovation Awardee Highlights: Panel
Summary
The Medical Mutual Aging and Disability Innovation Awards, sponsored by Medical Mutual, will honor programs implemented by Ohio Area Agencies on Aging in three main categories:
- Social Isolation
- Workforce Development
- Caregiver services
- Miscellaneous
The Medical Mutual Aging and Disability Innovation Awards recognize contemporary, effective, and replicable programs. The highest-ranking, most cutting-edge programs are among these winners, as determined by an independent panel of reviewers from Medical Mutual and o4a.
Speakers:
Veronica Hawkins, Vice President, Individual and Retiree Health Solutions, Medical Mutual
- Medical Mutual Award Winners:
- Caregiving: Council on Aging of Southwestern Ohio for Care Census – PRESENTATION
- Social Isolation: Direction Home Akron Canton for ConnectMe DHAD – PRESENTATION
- Workforce: Ohio District 5 Area Agency on Aging for Community Care Services
- Miscellaneous: Area Agency on Aging PSA 3 for Find A Ride – PRESENTATION
cLOSING PLENARY
Aging: What the Future Holds
Summary
As we live longer and healthier lives, this presents new opportunities for our communities. It’s up to us to figure out how to make the most of them. Now is the time to try out new ideas and innovative approaches to improve how our society supports older people and responds to aging. As we get older, we experience the accumulation of experiences and insights. We can gain the power of perspective. Our abilities move us forward towards more complex goals. Each of us can contribute to the development of social, service and built environmental opportunities in our communities. We can move our communities forward in new directions. We are all aging, and this is important to us all. Our society has a chance to benefit from you, but that will require new ways of doing and being, changes to our policies, practices, and public structures. By 2025, more than 1 in 4 Ohioans will be age 60 and older. We need to enact policies and foster environments that improves the daily lives for all of us.
Speaker:
Dr. Holly Dabelko-Schoeny, Associate Professor, Social Work; Director of Research, Age-Friendly Innovation Center, The Ohio State University. – PRESENTATION