The latest news and insights about hot topics, collaborations, events and resources for our national network.
This month we joined social ministries in Chicago and Toledo to celebrate the role of public service, gathered the Lutheran IT Network in Seattle, and continued building on our “Here We Stand” advocacy campaign. Looking ahead, there are many ways to connect—through our upcoming Capitol Conversations webinars, our member reception at LeadingAge in Boston, and other gatherings that strengthen our collective leadership nationwide. I invite you to read on for more details.
— Alesia Frerichs, President & CEO
LEADING TOGETHER
A Visit to Genacross: Lutheran Social Ministry in Action
Alesia Frerichs joined Rick Marshall and the Genacross Lutheran Services team in Toledo, Ohio, where she came away inspired by their innovative and caring response to challenges facing older adults, families, and communities. Genacross shows how our network’s partnerships and faith-driven action are making a difference to strengthen communities nationwide.
Bill Kallestad joined Lutheran Services in America network leaders in Chicago to attend “Lutheran Unite for Illinois,” hosted by Lutheran Social Services of Illinois. The event honored Gov. J. B. Pritzker and Illinois state representative Lindsey LaPointe, and celebrated the important role of public service.
Our Housing Solutions Collaborative aims to create 5,000 affordable units by strengthening member readiness. Share your needs in our Housing Readiness survey.
LITN Conference Centers on Innovation and Collaboration
The Lutheran Information Technology Network Conference in Seattle had strong turnout with energizing sessions on AI, data, and collaboration tools, as well as engaging discussions that characterized two days of programming. Contact Kimberly Roque to learn more.
Government Shutdown Deadline and New Workforce and Rural Health Funding
With a shutdown looming, Congress debates how to keep the government funded as CMS launches a $75 million workforce training initiative and $50 billion rural health fund.
New priorities at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and CMS emphasize prevention, nutrition, data access and competition. "Make America Healthy Again" is taking shape and we highlight where opportunities may exist for social service providers.
Propel Insurance offers risk advisory and insurance placement services, risk management consulting, claims advocacy and a wide array of group risk management strategies for our senior care clients. Contact Nathan Vancil to learn more.
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