About Us

  Mission

To advance the evolving continuum of aging services in Pennsylvania

  Vision

To serve as the preeminent advocate for facilitating change and inspiring its members to positively impact the field of aging services in Pennsylvania

  Values

Dedicated to helping our members advance the vision of healthy, affordable, ethical aging services.
LeadingAge PA is committed to and values:

• Respecting and celebrating diversity
• Encouraging innovation and forward-thinking
• Upholding ethical- and people-centered business practices
• Being member-driven, consumer-focused, and knowledge-based
• Providing leadership, and targeted advocacy based on data and research to meet the changing needs of our members and those they serve

Mission-driven, high-quality senior service providers across Pennsylvania

LeadingAge PA represents 400+ member organizations from across the continuum of aging services in Pennsylvania, all of which have a strong commitment to providing the best quality of life and care to all members of their community.

LeadingAge PA members:

• Show an indisputable commitment to quality of care, and are authentic in their compassion and prioritization of all members of their community.

 

• Value working with the aging services community to better support senior services and the quality of care across the commonwealth as we emerge from the pandemic.

 

• Dedicate resources to create communities that allow aging adults to enjoy active, healthy lifestyles during retirement and receive compassionate care as needed.

 

• Are a part of a community of senior services providers, growing together through meaningful educational events, networking, and collaborations throughout the year.  

 

• Take advantage of the vast opportunities to support the Association, including volunteer task forces and committees, grassroots advocacy efforts, and leadership and mentorship programs. 

LeadingAge PA is a tax-exempt not-for-profit organization under IRC Section 501(c)(6) and has served as the parent organization for the Association since 2016. LeadingAge PA additionally operates a second not-for-profit corporation, an LLC, a for-profit corporation, and a Political Action Committee (PAC):  

• The Pennsylvania Association of Non-Profit Homes for the Aging (PANPHA), now doing business as LeadingAge PA Foundation, was founded in 1963 and is tax-exempt pursuant to IRC Section 501(c)(3). It operates and funds educational programming, leadership development, grants, and scholarships.
• LeadingAge PA Services, LLC was created in 2021 in order to operate an insurance brokerage for provider members utilizing RCHP for their insurance needs.
• Kairos Health Systems is a for-profit, wholly owned subsidiary that was acquired in 2020.  Kairos provides consulting services to senior living organizations to enhance financial and operational performance. 
• The LeadingAge PA Political Action Committee (PAC) operates as a Separate Segregated Fund that is attached to LeadingAge PA and supports advocacy efforts.

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