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2026 Aging Summit Report
To help chart a path forward, ADvancing States convened more than 220 leaders representing 42 states and territories, federal agencies, national organizations, health plans, academia, philanthropy, and the private sector for the 2026 Aging Summit. Together, participants explored how we can prepare for a longer-lived society and ensure that our systems are equipped to meet the evolving needs of older adults.
We are pleased to announce the release of the 2026 Aging Summit Report, a roadmap for preparing our nation to meet the opportunities and challenges of a rapidly aging population.
Strategies for Medicaid HCBS Program Integrity
Check out a new resource on state strategies to ensure program integrity in Medicaid HCBS programs! ADvancing States, NASDDDS, and NAMD have partnered to develop this state tool that highlights promising practices for program integrity during program design and in efforts to detect and deter fraud, waste, and abuse.
New Article in Health Affairs
ADvancing States staff Camille Dobson, Rachel Neely, and Courtney Priebe, along with collaborator Laura Chaise, have published a new article in Health Affairs on advancing Medicare-Medicaid integration in fee-for-service LTSS systems, featuring state strategies and case studies from Colorado and Oklahoma.
Registration for the 2026 Home and Community-Based Services Conference is Now Open!
Registration is now open for the 2026 HCBS Conference, taking place August 23–27 in Baltimore, Maryland. Join leaders across aging and disability policy for a dynamic week of learning, collaboration, and innovation in home and community-based services. Register early to take advantage of discounted Early Bird rates available through June 30.
New HCBS Infographic
We encourage you to check out "The Basics of HCBS", a new two-page infographic developed with National Association of State Directors of Developmental Disabilities Services and National Association of Medicaid Directors. This resource clearly explains Home and Community-Based Services and can be used to support education and outreach with policymakers and partners.
State of the Workforce for Aging and Disabilities 2024 Report
The National Core Indicators State of the Workforce for Aging and Disabilities 2024 Report has been released. This survey collects comprehensive data on provider agencies and the Direct Service Workers providing services to older adults and people with physical disabilities.
National Core Indicators – Aging and Disabilities (NCI-AD™) 2024-2025 National Report
The National Core Indicators – Aging and Disabilities (NCI-AD™) 2024-2025 National Report has been released. For the last ten years, NCI-AD has partnered with states to gather data on the experiences of people using long-term services and supports across the U.S.
Latest ADvancing States News
2026 Consumer Voice Conference
Registration is now open for the 2026 Consumer Voice conference, "Dignity Served Daily: Bringing Resident Voices to the Table." The conference will be held September 28 through October 1 in St. Louis, Missouri.
Join colleagues from across the…
Innovations in Adult Day Programming for People Living With Dementia
The National Alzheimer's and Dementia Resource Center will hold a webinar sharing insights into innovative adult day programming that have proven successful in supporting people living with dementia and their family caregivers.
This webinar will…
Webinar with the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS): Interim Final Rule on Medicaid Community Engagement Requirements
The National Academy for State Health Policy will hold a webinar in partnership with the Center for Medicaid and CHIP Services (CMCS) to explain the Interim Final Rule on Medicaid Community Engagement Requirements published on June 1.
Under new…
How ABLE Accounts Work with Supplemental Security Income
Justice in Aging will hold a webinar detailing how Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) accounts interacts with Supplemental Security Income (SSI) under new eligibility guidelines.
ABLE accounts are a tax-advantaged savings option allowing…
AI and the Direct Care Workforce: Perspectives on Adoption, Ethics, and What Comes Next
The Direct Care Workforce Strategies Center will host a webinar on AI integration in direct care systems.
With a panel of providers, research experts, and federal professionals, this webinar will provide a diverse array of perspectives…
Government Imposter Scams Webinar
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), in partnership with additional federal agencies, will hold a webinar focused on preventing financial harm from government imposter scams.
During this webinar, attendees will learn how to help…
Webinar on Lessons Learned From the Housing & Services Partnership Accelerator
ACL’s Housing and Services Resource Center (HSRC) will hold a webinar introducing the new Partnership Toolkit, a resource designed to help states and community partners develop and strengthen cross-sector partnerships across aging, disability, health…
National Caregiver Support Collaborative Webinar: Leveraging Technology to Strengthen Caregiver Capacity
ACL’s National Caregiver Support Collaborative (NCSC) will hold a webinar highlighting how emerging artificial intelligence (AI) and digital tools are shaping caregiver support, while complementing the human connection, judgment, and empathy at the…
Understanding New Medicaid Work Requirements Rules
Justice in Aging will hold a webinar providing an overview of the updates to federal rules and Medicaid eligibility introduced by H.R. 1.
With the passage of H.R. 1 in July 2025 and the issuance of an Interim Final Rule about Medicaid work…
Joint Meeting of ACL’s Family Caregiving Advisory Councils
The Recognize, Assist, Include, Support, and Engage (RAISE) Family Caregiving Advisory Council and the Advisory Council to Support Grandparents Raising Grandchildren (SGRG) will hold a joint meeting next month.
The Councils will review updates…
Connecting the Dots: Reframing Aging Across the Age-Friendly Ecosystem
The National Center to Reframe Aging will hold a webinar on reframing aging across the age-friendly ecosystem.
Age-friendly ecosystems foster essential connections between health systems, public health, cities and communities, home and…
Reframing Communications About Senior Centers: Lessons Learned from Pennsylvania
The National Center to Reframe Aging will host a webinar on reframing communications about senior centers with an examination of these efforts in action with Pennsylvania.
In partnership with the National Center to Reframe Aging, the…
Social Security Benefits for Older Adults
Justice in Aging will hold a webinar on the basics of Social Security benefits.
Social Security benefits make up the majority of income for half of all older adults. This webinar will provide an overview of Social Security benefits, including…
Understanding Work and Community Engagement Requirements and New Section 1115 Guidance
Health Management Associates will hold a webinar discussing recent federal policy developments, including Medicaid work and community engagement requirements and the new Section 1115 demonstration guidance.
As states prepare for upcoming changes…
Documenting Rate Methodologies in 1915(c) HCBS Waivers: Ensuring Compliance and Implementing Promising Practices
CMS will hold a webinar providing an overview of federal requirements and CMS documentation expectations related to rate methodologies in 1915(c) Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers.
During this training, CMS will discuss…
Advancing the Availability of Flexible and Accessible Respite Care for Family Caregivers Action Guide
USAging, in partnership with the ARCH National Respite Network and Resource Center, will hold a webinar highlighting a new action guide, “Advancing the Availability of Flexible and Accessible Respite Care for Family Caregivers.”
This webinar…
AI for Reporting 101: How to Work Smarter with Aging & Disability Services Data
Mon Ami will hold a webinar discussing how artificial intelligence (AI) can be used to improve aging and disability services data reporting.
AI tools for reporting are beginning to be implemented, but it is not always clear where to start or how…
2026 Annual Conference on Independent Living
Registration is now open for the National Council on Independent Living’s 2026 Annual Conference. The conference will take place from July 20-23 in Washington, D.C. Early bird registration closes May 1.
2026 Consumer Voice Conference
The National Consumer Voice for Quality Long-Term Care has opened a call for sessions for the 2026 Consumer Voice Conference. This annual conference covers long-term care issues, including current trends, best practices, advocacy opportunities, and…