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    Real Life with the Older Americans Act

    Episode 1 of Real Life with the Older Americans Act is out now! This new podcast episode features ADvancing States Executive Director Martha Roherty alongside national aging leaders, exploring why the OAA needs to be renewed, what the OAA gets right, and what's next for the aging network.
     
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    Always ADvancing: Reflections on 18 Years of Supporting State Leadership in Aging and Disability Services

    ADvancing States' Executive Director, Martha Roherty, reflects on Aging and Disability services during her tenure.
     
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    Direct Care Careers Featured by KFF Health News

    Direct Care Careers (DCC) was recently highlighted in a KFF Health News article on innovative home care workforce models. This service helps states connect workers to opportunities and strengthen the direct care workforce nationwide. We encourage you to read the article and learn more about DCC at https://www.advancingstates.org/initiatives/direct-care-careers.
     
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    ADvancing States is recruiting members for the Alumni Leadership Network!

    ADvancing States is now recruiting members for the Alumni Leadership Network (ALN), a professional community designed for experienced leaders who want to stay connected to HCBS and LTSS policy, share expertise, and continue growing their professional networks. The ALN is open to former ADvancing States members, as well as former CMS, ACL, AoA, and ADvancing States staff.
     
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    Join The Enabling Technology Engagement Network (ETEN)!

    Join a growing national network of state leaders, health plans, and innovators advancing independence through enabling technology in LTSS. Gain direct access to policymakers, collaborate with peers, and help shape the future of Medicaid technology implementation. Apply today!
     
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    The 2026 HCBS Conference Sponsorship Application is Now Open!

    ADvancing States is pleased to announce that sponsorship applications for the 2026 Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Conference is now open. Sponsors will have the first opportunity to secure prime exhibit space, elevate their brand through high-visibility sponsored activities, and engage directly with decision-makers shaping the future of HCBS and long-term services and supports (LTSS).