Ashley Washington is currently on maternity leave until early January, and The Catalyst Newsletter is now authored by Regan McManus, Director of Aging Initiatives.
News and resources tailored to our Senior Services community, including relevant reports, educational opportunities, policy updates and more.
Member Reception at the 2025 LeadingAge Annual Meeting
November 2, 2025 | 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Traveling to Boston for the 2025 LeadingAge Annual Meeting? Come join us for a great time at our special reception for Lutheran Services in America network members! It's a great opportunity to enjoy small bites and good conversation with your senior services peers. Let us know if you can make it by RSVPing today.
As of today, the federal government shutdown has entered its second week, with no resolution in sight. The impasse stems from a standoff between Congressional Republicans, who support a short-term funding extension through November 21, and Democrats, who are demanding a permanent extension of Affordable Care Act premium tax credits as part of any deal. The shutdown is already straining nonprofits, which rely on federal contracts and grants to deliver essential services. Many are facing delays in payments and support, forcing some to consider short-term staffing changes/reductions or service cutbacks. Meanwhile, federal workers and military personnel are approaching missed paychecks, adding urgency to the situation.
Negotiations remain stalled despite repeated Senate votes and growing pressure from constituents and advocacy groups. The White House has floated the possibility of mass layoffs of federal employees as a way to increase leverage, but lawmakers on both sides have expressed concern about the long-term consequences of such actions. While some bipartisan discussions are underway, deep divisions persist over whether health care policy should be part of the shutdown negotiations, with cracks beginning to appear within the Republican caucus. Until a breakthrough is reached, nonprofits and communities that depend on federal support must prepare for continued disruption and uncertainty.
CAPITOL CONVERSATIONS SERIES
Thursday, October 23, 2025 | 1:00–2:00pmET
Join this session of Capitol Conversations to hear what our members are seeing at the state level as the One Big Beautiful Bill Act is implemented. Find out what you need to know and what to look out for.
Stronger Together: How Senior Living Communities Thrive Through Community Partnerships
Wednesday, October 29, 2025 | 2:00–3:00pmET
Strong community partnerships are essential for senior living organizations looking to enhance resident well-being, strengthen their reputation, and stay competitive. This webinar spotlights how collaborations with universities create unique opportunities for intergenerational connection, learning, and innovation that benefit both residents and students.
Industry leaders Brett Anderson of Ebenezer Senior Living, Dr. Luanne Fisher of Liberty Lutheran, and Andrew Carle of University Retirement Communities will share real-world strategies and outcomes you can adapt to your own community. Join us to explore actionable ways to build powerful local partnerships that enrich lives and position your organization for long-term success.
Johnson Kendall Johnson (JKJ) is an insurance brokerage and risk management firm specializing in the senior living and health and human services industries. They offer a wide range of services, including commercial and employee benefits insurance programs, risk and cybersecurity management, safety programs, claims management, and consultative services to help senior living organizations reduce losses, improve safety, and navigate regulations. JKJ serves 375+ senior living clients across the country – including many LSA members. Interested in learning more? Contact Raf Haciski at rhaciski@jkj.com or check out the website at https://www.jkj.com/industries/senior-living.
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