Argentum to Match Up To $50,000 in Support of Hurricane Harvey Relief Efforts
September 5, 2017
ALEXANDRIA, Va. – Argentum, a national association advocating for excellence in senior living, is announcing a commitment to match up to $50,000 in relief efforts to aid Argentum member communities negatively impacted by Hurricane Harvey. “Although we have been heartened to hear that most member companies were prepared for and able to deal with the…
Senior Living Certification Commission Announces 76 New Certified Directors of Assisted Living
July 31, 2017
The Senior Living Certification Commission (SLCC) has announced a new class of 76 senior living professionals who have earned its Certified Director of Assisted Living (CDAL) credential. Along with the inaugural class of CDALs announced last February, there are now 333 professionals who have received the credential.
Argentum Supports Efforts to Fill Vacancies on Labor Board
June 8, 2017
Argentum has announced its support of a request by Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (R-NC) and Congressman Tim Walberg (R-MI) that President Trump fill vacancies on the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) as soon as possible. Congresswoman Foxx serves as the Chairwoman of the U.S. House Committee on Education and the Workforce and Congressman Walberg serves as…
Argentum Supports DOL Action on Joint Employer Standard
June 8, 2017
Argentum has announced its support of the June 7 decision by the U.S. Department of Labor to withdraw its administrative interpretation regarding joint employment. “Argentum is pleased that Secretary Acosta has taken this important step that we hope will ultimately return the joint employer standard to its longstanding standard that existed for over thirty years…
Argentum Monitoring Impact of Proposed Budget on Senior Living
May 23, 2017
President Trump’s fiscal year 2018 budget submitted to Congress this week leaves core Social Security and Medicare benefits untouched, but proposes substantial cuts to anti-poverty programs impacting seniors and their families. The budget proposal “A New Foundation for American Greatness,” aims to balance the federal budget over ten years with tax and regulatory reforms aiming…
Argentum to Continue CCRC Regulation Discussions with Florida Stakeholders
May 15, 2017
ALEXANDRIA, Va. – May 15, 2017 – Argentum is announcing today its sustained commitment to address regulation of Florida’s continuing care retirement communities with state and industry stakeholders at the conclusion of the Florida legislature’s 2017 session. Legislation was proposed during the 2017 session (SB 1430/HB 1349) by Senator Tom Lee (R-Brandon) and Representative Cyndi…
Argentum Honors 2017 Senior Living Community Leader and Six Hero Awardees
May 4, 2017
ALEXANDRIA, Va. – Argentum announced today that Sharon Reynolds, executive director of Five Star Senior Living’s The Neighborhood at Somerset in Somerset, Ky., was honored with the 2017 Argentum Senior Living Community Leadership Award. Conner was recognized at the annual Argentum Senior Living Executive Conference in Nashville, Tenn. The award honors executive directors for exemplary…
Argentum Recognizes Leaders for Advocacy, Thought Leadership, and Service in Senior Living
May 3, 2017
ALEXANDRIA, Va. – Across senior living there are inspiring individuals who are dedicated to advancing the industry and those who show a profound commitment to the residents they serve—those who truly embody the heart of senior living. This week at the Argentum Senior Living Executive Conference, Argentum recognized two Changemakers, Sylvia Mackey and Ed Kenny,…
Argentum Recognizes Best Practices in Senior Living with 2017 Best of the Best Awards
May 3, 2017
ALEXANDRIA, Va. – Argentum recognized the winners of the 2017 Best of the Best Awards at the Argentum Senior Living Executive Conference in Nashville, Tenn. this week. The awards program recognizes innovative programs and best practices working to improve the future of senior living. The programs selected for awards provide solutions relevant to critical imperatives…
Argentum Opens 2017 Senior Living Executive Conference with a Focus on the Future
May 2, 2017
ALEXANDRIA, Va. – The 2017 Argentum Senior Living Executive Conference officially kicked off today with a focus on advancing the future of senior living. “There’s never been a more important time to unite and work together to build the future of our industry,” said James Balda, Argentum president and chief executive officer. “Together, we can…
New Member Elected to the Argentum Board of Directors
May 1, 2017
ALEXANDRIA, Va. – Argentum announced today that Tom Grape, chairman and chief executive officer at Benchmark Senior Living, was elected to serve on the Argentum Board of Directors. Grape was an original founder of both Benchmark and Argentum (formerly Assisted Living Federation of America), and has previously served as chairman for the Argentum Board of…
Argentum Introduces Future-Facing Communications Initiatives
May 1, 2017
ALEXANDRIA, Va. – This year, Argentum has introduced a variety of new communications initiatives aimed at providing an improved user experience for members and senior living advocates. The launch of a redesigned website, a new research-centered publication, and a daily newsletter aims to provide the most relevant and timely news and resources for those working…