LeadingAge New York

09/10/2025

ACTION ALERT: Urge your House member to co-sponsor bill H.R. 5142, the Home Health Stabilization Act, to stop harmful Medicare payment cuts and preserve essential services for older adults and individuals with disabilities. http://bit.ly/3HP7W6o

09/05/2025

Congratulations, Brian and Dr. Hoey!

👏🏼 Congratulations to Brian Zeidan, LNHA, SPHR- Administrator and Dr. John Hoey, MD, VP of the Brookmeade Board of Directors on their recent awards from LeadingAge New York!

Zeidan was awarded the Carl S. Young Advocacy Award, recognizing his outstanding leadership in advancing advocacy efforts that improve the lives of older adults.

Dr. Hoey was awarded Trustee of the Year. This honor recognizes trustees who demonstrate exceptional service, vision, and leadership in guiding their organizations.

The recognition of both Zeidan and Hoey underscores their commitment to advancing senior care and supporting those who dedicate their lives to serving older adults.

09/04/2025

Congratulations to Jefferson's Ferry Life Plan Community’s Gloria B. Snyder and Amanda Hesse on their respective recognitions as a 2025 Trustee of the Year and 2025 Employee of Distinction! Joining LeadingAge New York’s Sebrina Barrett and Jefferson’s Ferry’s Bob Caulfield in today’s festivities were Brookhaven Town Councilmember Jonathan Kornreich; Thalia Olaya, Suffolk County Regional Representative for Governor Kathy Hochul; and Assemblywoman Rebecca Kassay NYS District 4.

08/07/2025

ACTION ALERT: Urge CMS to rescind its proposed 9% home health payment cut for CY 2026 and preserve critical access to care for older adults and families who need it. http://bit.ly/455bpGB

07/24/2025

LeadingAge New York was thrilled to attend City and State NY’s inaugural Aging in New York Summit today! We heard from many aging experts and policymakers on the caregiving crisis, navigating LTC options, combating ageism, and the importance of socialization to improve well-being.

In her comments, Senator Cordell Cleare pointed out that older adults contribute $72 billion to the New York State budget, but the level of investment in aging services does not match their substantial contributions.

Right now, the number of older adults in need of senior housing and LTC services far outweighs the availability. But today, we were inspired to be in the same room as so many providers, caregivers, advocates, and policymakers who are energized to elevate the needs of older adults and families.

06/27/2025

LeadingAge New York was proud to partner with The New Jewish Home for this important conversation this week. Many thanks to all who joined us!

06/26/2025

ACTION ALERT: Urge Congress to support strong U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development funding and oppose cuts to key housing programs for older adults in FY 2026! https://bit.ly/40lgAPQ

06/17/2025

Congratulations to Parker Jewish Institute for Health Care and Rehabilitation’s Jerry Landsberg and Angela Bonfitto on their respective recognitions as a 2025 Trustee of the Year and 2025 Employee of Distinction! Jerry and Angela were formally honored last week at a luncheon attended by LeadingAge New York’s Sebrina Barrett and Kristen Myers.

06/11/2025

Congratulations, Tim!

We’re proud to share that Tim Anderson, Life Enrichment Advocate at St. Ann's Community, has received the LeadingAge New York Employee of Distinction Award - a statewide honor that celebrates individuals who go above and beyond in long-term care and aging services.

Tim shows up every day with genuine care and a steady, positive presence. Whether he’s helping with a creative project, jumping into a game, or simply sharing a lighthearted smile, he has a way of making each day better for everyone around him. His impact is felt in ways both big and small.

Congratulations, Tim - this recognition is truly well deserved!

05/22/2025

Congratulations, Brian!

05/14/2025

Congratulations, Rose!

05/09/2025

The reflects the State’s priorities, and, once again, it appears that the needs of our most vulnerable family members and neighbors – those who require long-term, 24/7 nursing care – are not a priority in Albany. Read the full statement from LeadingAge New York President and CEO Sebrina Barrett: https://bit.ly/4dixT9x.