Alliance Note: Our Alliance for Rights and Recovery is very pleased to release program schedule details for our 20th Annual Executive Seminar, entitled ‘Seizing the Opportunity: Cultivating Resilience and Innovation’ to be held on April 25-26 at the Downtown Albany Hilton! This year’s program has been especially designed to assist executive teams to address some of today’s most pressing issues, offering new information and analysis on the state’s 1115 Medicaid Waiver from the Department of Health’s Director of the Division of Program Development and Management Trisha Schell-Guy and nationally acclaimed expert Jason Helgerson, exploring rapidly expanding roles for community health workers and detailing strategies to advance the transformational impact of peer support, address social disparities and promote organizational and financial health.
In a landscape marked by workforce shortages, funding challenges, and rising demands, Lonetta Albright will introduce attendees to the proven impact of embracing a growth mindset that has proven to be a game-changer in addressing major obstacles like these, proving the inspiration and information to reinvigorate leaders to propel their organizations forward.
Secure your spot now and take advantage of our early bird special—just $199 until the end of this week on April 5th.
Seizing the Opportunity: Cultivating Resilience and Innovation
Alliance for Rights and Recovery 20th Annual Executive Seminar
Downtown Albany Hilton Albany
April 25-26, 2024
DAY ONE: April 25
9:15 am Registration and Continental Breakfast
10:00am-11:00 am
Welcome and Opening Remarks
CEO Harvey Rosenthal, COO Len Statham and Vice-President for System Transformation Daniella Labate-Covelli, Alliance for Rights and Recovery
Keynote: Embracing A Growth Mindset to Navigate Uncertainty, Cultivate Resilience and Grow in Turbulent Times
Lonnetta Albright, President and Owner, Forward Movement Inc., Executive Director and Certified Coach, John Maxwell Institute, Illinois
Confronting some of today’s most pressing challenges head-on, nationally acclaimed consultant and leadership coach Lonnetta Albright will look at how the application of a game changing Growth Mindset approach can help attendees to propel their organizations forward to address the challenges of today, including workforce shortages, low morale, stringent regulations, insufficient funding, and challenges in personal engagement and service coordination. Her presentation will inspire attendees to adapt, persevere, and thrive in the face of adversity by fostering innovation, driving resilience, embracing change and maximizing agency culture and outcomes.
11:00am-11:15am Break
11:15-12:15 pm
Embracing a Growth Mindset: Resilience in Action
Facilitators: Lonnetta Albright, President and Owner, Forward Movement Inc., Executive Director and Certified Coach, John Maxwell Institute, Edye Schwartz, Edye Schwartz Consulting, Len Statham, Daniella Labate-Covelli, Alliance for Rights and Recovery, Yves Ades, Ades Integrated Health Strategies, Dwayne Mayes, Center for Practice Innovation.
This follow-up session to Lonetta’s keynote will empower participants with actionable methods for navigating challenges by fostering a Growth Mindset. During these interactive breakouts, attendees will be divided into small groups to delve into the most pressing topics they are facing. Through guided discussions and hands-on activities, participants will collaborate to identify practical strategies and solutions to enhance individual and organizational resilience. From sharing experiences to brainstorming innovative approaches, this breakout session offers a dynamic opportunity to learn from colleagues and peers, exchange information and insights and to develop practical resilience-building skills.
12:15 am to 1:15pm Resilience in Action: A Community Discussion
Facilitators: Lonnetta Albright, Forward Movement Inc. and Edye Schwartz, Edye Schwartz Consulting
During this session, we will reconvene to reflect on the key insights and strategies discussed in the breakouts, share notable takeaways, and reinforce the importance of cultivating a Growth Mindset in overcoming challenges. This concluding session will provide an opportunity for participants to synthesize their learnings, ask questions, and engage in a collective discussion aimed at further reinforcing the principles of resilience and growth. Join us as we wrap up this enlightening exploration of the Growth Mindset and its transformative impact on individuals and organizations.
1:15pm -2:15 pm Lunch
2:15 pm -3:15 pm
An Update on the new 1115 Medicaid Waiver
Trisha Schell-Guy, Director of the Division of Program Development and Management, NYS Office of Health Insurance Programs, NYS Department of Health; Lauren Tobias, Senior Advisor, Brown & Weinraub Government Relations & Strategic Consulting
Moderator: Luke Sikinyi, Director of Public Policy, Alliance for Rights and Recovery
Trisha Schell-Guy, Director of the Division of Program Development and Management at the New York Department of Health (DOH) and Lauren Tobias, Sr. Advisor at Brown & Weinraub (BW) will discuss the latest updates on the approved NYS 1115 Health Equity Demonstration Medicaid Waiver. They will give an overview of the role of The Health Equity Reform Organization (HERO), progress on the establishment of regional Social Care Networks (SCNs) and provide information on how community provider organizations can contract with SCNs to provide health related social needs services and improve access to mental health services and supports, including the use of peer supporters. The presentation will also offer updates on implementation and other important initiatives that New York is undertaking to improve health equity.
3:15 pm to 4:30 pm Concurrent Sessions
- Culture Eats Strategy for Breakfast
Heather Honaker, Clinical Consultant, TBD Solutions
In this dynamic workshop, we will delve into the profound impact of organizational culture on strategy, execution, and overall success. Come explore how culture shapes every aspect of an organization, influencing decision-making, performance, employee behavior, and the people we support!
- Maximizing the Role of Peer Support to Transform Your Organization’s Culture and Outcomes
Amanda Saake, NYS Office of Mental Health, Cameron Farash, Divisional Director, Liberty Resources, Mona Lisa McEachin, Assistant Program Director, BestSelf Behavioral Health; Shannon Higbee, Recovery Options Made Easy (ROME) and Javier Alegre, Latino Behavioral Health Service, Salt Lake City, UT
Moderator: Len Statham, Alliance for Rights and Recovery
Peer support is crucial for fostering connections, empowerment, and resilience within organizations. Hear from three prominent state and national leaders about the significant difference that the inclusion of peer supporters and peer services are making to advance community agencies’ organizational culture, employee well-being, and program performance, leading to lasting transformative advances.
- Overcoming Disparities through a Focus on the Social Determinants of Health
Chantele Campbell, Chief Health Equity Officer,BestSelf Behavioral Health, Buffalo, NY; Jody Rudin, CEO, Institute for Community Living, NYC; Melissa Wettengel, Hands Across Long Island (HALI) in Suffolk County
Moderator: Daniella Labate-Covelli, Alliance for Rights and Recovery
Join us for an insightful exploration about the success that several of the state’s leading community agencies are having in overcoming healthcare disparities by addressing the pivotal role that social determinant of health play in providing holistic, strengths-based approaches that are successfully engaging and serving historically underserved individuals. Participants will leave this workshop equipped with practical knowledge, actionable insights, and a renewed commitment to advancing health equity in their communities.
4:30-5:30 Appetizers and Networking
DAY TWO APRIL 26
8:45am-9:00am Welcome and Opening Remarks
Harvey Rosenthal and Len Statham, Alliance for Rights and Recovery
9:00-10:00 Opportunities and Imperatives for CBOs in the New Waiver Environment
Jason Helgerson, CEO, HSG
Moderator: Harvey Rosenthal, CEO, Alliance for Rights and Recovery
10am-10:15am BREAK
10:15-11:15 AM Concurrent Sessions
- Your Organization’s Financial Health: A Journey Not a Destination
Cindy J. McDonald, Patrick Bender, Key Bank, Boris Vilgorin, NYU McSilver Institute
Moderator: Len Statham, Alliance for Rights and Recovery
How do you know your organization’s financial health? We focus a lot on the health of the individuals we serve and outcomes we can achieve, but how much do we really focus on our organization’s financial health and how our financial health is critical to providing services. In this session, we will explore elements that drive organizational health and how to measure those elements with the goal of answering the question, how strong and viable is your agency’s organizational health?
- The New Workforce Landscape for Integrated Health: The Intersectionality of Community Healthcare Workers and Peer Support
Sarina Master, Director, Bureau of Adult Special Populations, Policy and Programming at the NYS Department of Health, Jeff McQueen, CEO at the Mental Health Association of Nassau County, Aviva Cohen, Chief Strategy Officer, Hands Across Long Island (HALI)
Moderator: Luke Sikinyi, Alliance for Rights and Recovery
In today’s healthcare landscape, integrating mental health services into primary care is essential for comprehensive wellness. Peers and community health workers are key players in this integration, bridging the gap between physical and behavioral health. Peers Supporters offer empathy and understanding, fostering trust and engagement. Community health workers, rooted in local communities, provide access to resources and support, addressing social determinants of health. Marrying the two is essential to promote holistic well-being, transforming healthcare delivery and fostering resilience in both individuals and their communities.
- Charting the Course: Current Status and Visions for the Future of Adult Services in NYS Nicole Haggerty, Stacey Hale, Denise Balzer, and Katie Merrill, NYS Office of Mental Health
Moderator: Daniella Labate-Covelli, Alliance for Rights and Recovery
Join us for an enlightening workshop facilitated by OMH, where they will provide the latest news on PROS redesign and delve into discussions on employment initiatives, the envisioned future of CORE, health homes, care management, crisis services, and more. This session offers providers a unique opportunity to gain clarity on OMH’s overarching strategies and plans for the future.
11:15am-12:00 noon Next Steps: Inspiring Hope, Embracing Growth
Moderators, Lonnetta Albright, Edye Schwartz
This session serves as a pivotal moment to synthesize the wealth of knowledge and insights gathered over the past two days. In this interactive session, we will collectively explore practical strategies for building a resilient future. Drawing from the diverse expertise and experiences of our conference participants, this session will focus on actionable steps to navigate challenges, foster growth, and empower individuals and organizations to thrive in an ever-changing landscape.
12:00 noon – 12:30pm Closing Remarks
Harvey Rosenthal, Len Statham, Daniella Labate-Covelli, Alliance for Rights and Recovery