1:00 – 5:00 PM | Board of Directors Meeting |
5:00 - 6:00 PM | VIP Reception |
6:00 - 7:30 PM | VIP Dinner |
7:00 - 9:00 AM | Registration |
7:45 - 8:45 AM | Breakfast |
8:45 - 9:15 AM | Opening & Networking Kick- Off |
9:15 - 10:15 AM | Keynote Session |
Dominate Your Day: Stop Being Busy and Leave Burnout Behind Here's the truth: You can be a hustler and still not be productive. Ouch, right? That's how I felt too when I realized that my proverbial hamster wheel wasn't getting me anywhere. As a busy-aholic turned productivity expert, I share my personal story of escaping the jaws of busyness and offer an unfiltered perspective on how to command the chaos and achieve a life of purpose-driven productivity. In this talk, I reveal the antidote to the busyness epidemic and equip audiences with tangible tools to prioritize purpose, enhance productivity, and regain balance in all areas of life -starting right now. With the job they have, the responsibilities they juggle, and the family they love. They can dominate their day. Key Takeaways: In this talk, audiences will...
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10:15 - 10:45 AM | Break & Networking |
10:45 - 11:15 AM | Legislative Updates |
State Legislative Update Stay ahead in the home care industry with a comprehensive overview of the most recent legislative session in Maryland. This session will cover key legislation, including bills that were passed, those that did not make it through, and legislation anticipated to resurface next year. Understand the implications for home care professionals and prepare for future legislative developments in this critical industry update. |
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM | Breakout Sessions |
Breakout 101 - Meet Your Family and Medical Leave Insurance Starting in 2026, the Maryland Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI) system will ensure workers are able to take time away from work to care for themselves or a family member while still receiving job protection and earning up to $1000 a week for up to 12 weeks. The FAMLI Team within the Maryland Department of Labor is working to build the FAMLI system ahead of the contribution start date (expected to be July 2025) and when benefits become available (expected to by July 2026). Join us to ask your questions and hear how FAMLI will work and what you can do now to prepare. Learning Objectives:
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Breakout 102 - Beyond Compliance: Quality and Excellence in Personal Care Value-Based Purchasing is here for home care providers. Agencies face a critical time to improve outcomes for their clients. The agency QAPI program is the key to success in this new reimbursement model. First, this presentation will describe compliance, and why this is only part of the quality story. This presentation will set the foundation for a highly functional QAPI program, and how that program will impact performance with regards to the Value-Based Purchasing model. The presentation will also offer strategies for success in the Value-Based Purchasing model. Learning Objectives:
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Breakout 103 - Be Who They Need “Be Who They Need” is a journey of self-reflection and provides a context to evaluate personal leadership motivation and values. The importance of positive, thoughtful leadership in healthcare has never been more relevant in today’s climate. The challenges that leaders and those the lead face on a day-to-day basis can turn into fatigue and burnout. Maintaining and enhancing our employee’s work life starts with a deep dive into our own “leadership capital”, learning to create our own balance so that we may help those we serve and be who our people need us to be for them. Learning Objectives:
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12:30 - 1:30 PM | Lunch & Networking |
1:30 - 2:30 PM | Breakout Sessions |
Breakout 201 - Generational Communication Trends to Improve Care Coordination for Patients & Families Managing communication between generations poses a challenge for both agencies and clients. This session aims to address communication challenges by discussing demographic trends. By examining these trends, attendees will be encouraged to examine and adapt their approaches to communicating care coordination across different generations. Learning Objectives:
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Breakout 202 - Unlocking the Path to Improved Home Health: Understanding & Managing Post-Hospitalization Syndrome Presented By Dr. Monika Virk This presentation delves into the innovative use of technology to revolutionize the on-boarding and continuous education processes within home health agencies. By introducing digital platforms and tools, agencies can offer a more consistent, efficient, and accessible training experience to new hires, ensuring they are well-prepared to meet the demands of their roles from day one. Furthermore, this technological approach facilitates ongoing learning opportunities, allowing employees to stay abreast of the latest industry standards, regulations, and best practices. For home health agencies, this translates into a more knowledgeable and competent workforce, improved patient care, and Learning Objectives:
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Breakout 203 - “Claiming” Success: The Synergy of Training, Data Analytics, and Operational Planning This insightful presentation delves into strategies that can boost your collection rate and overall profitability. In an environment where efficiency and precision are paramount, staying ahead requires a comprehensive approach that encompasses employee training, data analysis and strategic operational planning. A well-defined approach can make the difference between mediocrity and excellence. Unlock the power of data to drive informed decisions and identify strengths and weaknesses company-wide to optimize workflow, minimize claim denials and maximize reimbursement. Learning Objectives:
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2:30 - 2:45 PM | Break & Networking |
2:45 - 3:45 PM | General Session |
| Recruiting is Easy, Retention is Hard: Strategies for Sustainable Talent Pipeline Management This session aims to empower attendees to create a holistic approach to talent pipeline management that enhances organizational resilience and success. Learning Objectives:
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3:45 - 4:30 PM | Awards Ceremony & Business Meeting |
4:30 - 5:00 PM | Networking & Conference Adjourns |