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PALA conducts education and training to the membership and to the general public for the purpose of enhancing the quality of personal care and assisted living services.
 

Learn, network and earn 4 CEUs!

PALA Regional Forums

July - August 2025 

PALA Members: $75 | Non-Members: $125

PALA is excited to introduce this summer’s Regional Forums—an excellent opportunity to stay current with the latest trends in the AL/PCH industry, earn 4 BHSL CEUs, and network with fellow members in your region. 

 

Registration fees are $75 for PALA members and $125 for non-members, which includes the sessions, 4 CEUs, and lunch. Although regional attendance is encouraged, attendees have the option to participate at an alternative location if needed. Space is limited at each venue, so we recommend registering early to secure your place.

 

The cancellation deadline is 3 weeks prior to the forum date. A $25 administrative fee will be assessed. Cancellations will not be accepted after the deadline, but substitutions are permitted for the registered forum location only.

 

Question? Contact Joan DeLuca, joan@pala.org, or call 717-695-9734.

Regional Forum Agenda

July 17, July 30, Aug. 7, & Aug. 13

 

 

9:30 - 10:00am – REGISTRATION

 

10:00am-Noon – Dementia Training for AL/PC Caregivers: The What and the How to Create Better Care and Dementia Live® - Joel Kroft, Executive Director of Memory Support Services for Country Meadows Retirement Communities, and Christina Carol Ditman, Senior Executive Director of Programming for Country Meadows Retirement Communities  

 

This session will focus on the key topics necessary for training our staffs to enhance the quality of care and improve the lives of residents living with dementia, as well as the “How” of delivering information that will connect with caregivers.

 

Additionally, attendees will have the opportunity to participate in Dementia Live®, an immersive simulation that recreates the cognitive and sensory challenges experienced by individuals with dementia. This hands-on experience aims to deepen understanding, foster empathy, and promote more compassionate caregiving by providing a firsthand perspective on the daily difficulties faced by those living with dementia.

 

Noon - 12:30pm - LUNCH (Network with your colleagues and forum sponsor while PALA Executive Director, Susan Saxinger, provides industry updates.)

 

12:30-2:00pm - BHSL UPDATES, Regional Licensing Staff

Attendees will also hear from your BHSL regional staff about the common trends they have identified during inspections, to offer reminders and best practices, and provide an opportunity for questions from the attendees.

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Don’t miss the opportunity to attend PALA’s Fall Conference, Sept. 23-24, 2025, Best Western Premier, the Central Hotel, Harrisburg, and take advantage of the Early Bird Rate and save $100!

 

With a focus on the latest trends, best practices, and innovations in the field, attendees will gain valuable insights that can enhance their careers. The conference offers extensive networking opportunities with industry leaders and peers, allowing participants to share experiences, discuss challenges, and explore collaborative solutions aimed at elevating the quality of care in their communities.

 

This is your chance to invest in your future and contribute to the advancement of the senior living industry while earning up to 11 CEUs (NAB approval pending).

 

You won’t want to miss!

 

Jan McInnis

Bouncing Back: Handling Setbacks Like a Comedian

 

Sheri Bender

Implicit Bias: You Don’t Know What You Don’t Know

 

Session topics include: 

Crisis Management

Insights from Experienced Administrators

In Lieu of Services Panel

HIPAA’s New Security Rule Updates

Overview of PA's Alzheimer’s Office

Dementia and the Arts

BHSL Update and more!

 

 

Questions, please contact Joan DeLuca (joan@pala.org) or Janet Neidig (janet@pala.org) OR call 717-695-9734. 

Early Bird Registration 

Ends July 8, 2025!

 

Interested in Exhibiting?

 

The PALA Fall Conference Expo will not only attract many of your current customers, but it will also give you the opportunity to talk to attendees to expand your customer base and get brand recognition for your product. Due to space limitations, at the Best Western Premier, the Central Hotel, the PALA Fall Conference Expo is a tabletop display exhibit show. There are no exhibit booths. Full pop-up booths may NOT be used with your tabletop. 


 

Interested in Sponsoring?

 

Show your support of PALA as a conference sponsor! By partnering with us as a Diamond, Platinum, Gold, Silver, Bronze or Supporter level sponsor, your company will gain valuable exposure and build lasting connections within the PALA community.

 

As a sponsor, you will enjoy:

 

  • Prominent Branding: Your company’s logo will be featured on all conference promotional materials ensuring maximum visibility.

 

  • Networking Opportunities: Engage directly with PALA members and other sponsors, opening the door for valuable relationships and collaborations.

 

  • Increased Recognition: Sponsorship will elevate your company’s profile in the eyes of PALA members and attendees, differentiating you from competitors.
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