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SUMMARY:TALAConnect - June 25th\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:TALAConnect are member benefit events are for TALA board members\, Industry Partners\, and YPN members. Please reach out to McCarley Strange at mccarley.strange@tala.org to RSVP or with questions.
URL:https://tala.org/event/talaconnect-june-25th-2026/
LOCATION:Austin\, Texas\, Austin\, Texas
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SUMMARY:TALAHour - Streamlining Medication Administration in Senior Living
DESCRIPTION:Medication administration in senior living can be complex and time-consuming. Streamlining the medication process improves safety\, supports staff efficiency\, and enhances resident quality of life. This TALAHour will focus on practical strategies to make medication administration more effective and efficient by reducing unnecessary complexity. \nCore Focus Areas: Reducing controlled substances\, managing PRN medications (as needed)\, assessing monitoring orders. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nExplain the importance of streamlining medication administration in assisted living settings.\nIdentify strategies to reduce controlled substances and optimize PRN medication management.\nAssess monitoring orders and determine when they can be safely eliminated.\nShare techniques for implementing best practices to improve efficiency and safety in medication pass processes.\n\nTALA knows medication administration is always an integral topic operationally and a flashpoint for citations. Register now for this virtual\, educational TALAHour event on medication administration to learn the latest on this critical subject. Join us!
URL:https://tala.org/event/talahour-streamlining-medication-administration-in-senior-living/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:TALAHour
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SUMMARY:How to Lose a Great Candidate in 10 Days...and How to Make Sure You Don't
DESCRIPTION:As leaders in the assisted living profession\, you know that our greatest strength is our people. To help you build and retain a strong\, dedicated team\, you are invited to the 2026 TALA Workforce Development Roundtable Series. Join us in Houston on September 3rd! \nFacilitated by TALA Workforce Development Committee Members\, these interactive sessions are designed to bring together Directors\, Administrators\, Clinical/Wellness Leaders\, HR Leaders\, and Regional Operators. Join us to engage in meaningful conversations\, share experiences\, and discover workable solutions to today’s workforce challenges. \nEvent Details \nTopic: How to Lose a Great Candidate in 10 Days...and How to Make Sure You Don't \nFeatured Speaker: Jamisyn Graeter\, Operations Specialist with Cardinal Bay & 4K Housing Communities \nDate: Thursday\, September 6\, 2026 \nTime: 10:00 AM – Noon \nLocation: 3040 Post Oak Blvd\, Fl 18\, Houston\, TX 77056 \nAgenda: Expert presentation followed by a collaborative roundtable discussion. \nContinuing Education: Includes 2 ALF Manager CEUs for this session! \nCost: Free for TALA Members\, $30.00 for non-members \nParking: Free parking available in the Galleria Garage right across the street from the office. There is also paid parking in the building's parking garage. \nNot sure if your company or community is a TALA member? Please check membership status internally or with TALA's Office Administrator at mccarley.strange@tala.org. \nThis event is exclusive to TALA Provider Members & Assisted Living Operations Professionals. Space is limited\, so please secure your spot and RSVP. \nWe look forward to collaborating with you in Houston! \n🌟 Special Thanks to Our Generous Sponsor: 🌟 This event is proudly sponsored by NurseDash. TALA extends our deep gratitude to NurseDash and Jake Kohl for hosting this event and supporting the advancement of Texas senior living professionals. \nQuestions about this event? Please contact TALA's Workforce Development Advisor Rose Saenz at rose.saenz@tala.org.
URL:https://tala.org/event/how-to-lose-a-great-candidate-in-10-days-and-how-to-make-sure-you-dont/
LOCATION:Houston\, Texas
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development
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SUMMARY:TALABook with Mandy Hampton\, The Ridge Senior Living CEO
DESCRIPTION:Join TALA on August 19th for a unique TALABook for a conversation with Mandy Hampton\, CEO of The Ridge Senior Living about her book Mom’s Journey Through Senior Living: A Family Story. Gain precious insights into the memory care decision-making process with this deeply personal\, expertly resourced account of the author’s journey with her mother. Brimming with tips\, suggestions and critical information\, Mom’s Journey can bring clarity and focus to your search and prepare you to: pack\, move and settle in\, manage transitional traumas\, engage family\, set and reset expectations\, and find joy. Tips\, worksheets and checklists are also included within the text. Download the free PDF file of the book here and read on your own or just tune in for some insights. Register now! \n 
URL:https://tala.org/event/talabook-with-mandy-hampton-the-ridge-senior-living-ceo/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:TALABook
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SUMMARY:TALAHour - Charging for Lift Assists: A New Fee Comes for Senior Living
DESCRIPTION:Municipalities in Texas and around the country have begun adopting eye-watering fees for calls to assisted living communities and nursing homes. Join TALA’s VP of Public Policy\, Carmen Tilton and Rose Saenz of RevealSol as they discuss this emerging trend\, strategies communities may consider to avoid unnecessary calls to emergency services\, and the state’s rules and regulations. Register now!
URL:https://tala.org/event/talahour-charging-for-lift-assists-a-new-fee-comes-for-senior-living/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:TALAHour
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SUMMARY:TALAHour - Hidden Treasure: Self-Based Development and Professional Growth with Loree Tamayo
DESCRIPTION:This innovative program is designed to help employers make a meaningful investment in their employees by providing a structured path for staff development and professional growth. Rather than relying solely on traditional corrective-action processes when employees encounter performance challenges\, the Hidden Treasure method focuses on assisting employees to self-identify challenges\, helps them support their own professional development\, and creating opportunities for employees to succeed. The program promotes a proactive approach to employee engagement\, helping organizations build stronger teams\, improve workplace culture\, and foster long-term success through intentional employee support. Register now!
URL:https://tala.org/event/talahour-hidden-treasure-self-based-development-and-professional-growth-with-loree-tamayo/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:TALAHour
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SUMMARY:TALAConnect - November 5th\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:TALAConnect are member benefit events are for TALA board members\, Industry Partners\, and YPN members. Please reach out to McCarley Strange at mccarley.strange@tala.org to RSVP or with questions.
URL:https://tala.org/event/talaconnect-june-25th-2026-2/
LOCATION:Dallas\, Texas
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