COMMUNITY NETWORKING EVENTS BY LIFEPLAN
For OPWDD HCBS Waiver, Community-Based Organizations, Health Care Providers, and FSS Providers, hosted by LIFEPlan
Formerly known as “Provider Networking Events” the title of this event has been updated to reflect the inclusion of community member, families, and people with IDD attending these events.
Building connections that strengthen support for people with IDD and their families.
Since 2022, Provider Relations has hosted regional networking events to reconnect Care Managers with IDD providers after COVID-era virtual-only interactions. These events ensured LIFEPlan Care Managers were familiar with regional IDD Provider Organizations and gave providers a platform to showcase programs and service opportunities.
How the Events Grew
- 2023: We began inviting members and families and added panel presentations.
- 2025 Impact (statewide):
- 1,098 Care Managers
- 392 Provider Organizations
- 146 Members/Families
We also encouraged legislators and other government leaders to attend. Positive feedback across all audiences is guiding new ways to deepen connections and support for individuals with IDD and their families.
What’s New in 2026
We’re transitioning to regional Community Networking Events. In addition to IDD service providers, we will invite community-based organizations and health care providers to table and share information. We will continue to welcome:
- People with disabilities and their families
- Local and State government representatives
- LIFEPlan Care Management teams
Where and When
Events are scheduled throughout our regions. This is continuously being updated and will be posted on our website as details are finalized. The best way to stay informed is to join our email list at the bottom of this page for our regular e-news of updates.
We look forward to your participation in LIFEPlan CCO’s Community Networking Events in 2026!
Upcoming Community Networking Events
Registration at the bottom of this block
Lower Hudson Valley
Thursday, April 23, 2026
10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Sleepy Hollow Hotel
455 South Broadway, Tarrytown, NY 10591
Panel Discussion at 11 a.m. – Thinking Ahead: Aging, Care and Support
Central New York
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Rosamond Gifford Zoo, 1 Conservative Pl, Syracuse, NY 13204
Panelist discussion on Self-Direction at 11 a.m.
Southern Tier
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
DoubleTree by Hilton, 225 Water St, Binghamton, NY 13901
Panelist discussion on Self-Direction at 11 a.m.
Taconic
Thursday, June 11, 2026
10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
DoubleTree Hilton Poughkeepsie, 40 Civic Center Plaza, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
Panel discussion on Thinking Ahead: Aging, Care, and Support at 11 a.m.
Greater Mohawk Valley
Thursday, June 18, 2026
10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Delta by Marriot, 200 Genesee Street, Utica, NY 13502
Panelist discussion on Self-Direction at 11 a.m.
Capital Region
Thursday, October 8, 2026
10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
DoubleTree by Hilton Schenectady, 100 Nott Terrace, Schenectady, NY 12308
Panelist discussion on aging at 11 a.m.
“This was the most amazing and productive networking event. My meetings with Care Managers and supervisors were extremely fruitful, and I must say that the level of care, knowledge, and involvement I witnessed was phenomenal.”
