PROVIDER NETWORKING EVENTS BY LIFEPLAN
For OPWDD HCBS Waiver and FSS Providers hosted by LIFEPlan
LIFEPlan hosts Provider Networking Events designed to foster collaboration and connection across the care community. These events offer a unique opportunity for provider agencies to showcase their programs and services directly to CCO Care Managers, supervisors, members, and families.
Whether individuals and families are currently receiving services or just beginning their journey, they are warmly invited to attend. These events provide a welcoming space to learn more about available supports, ask questions, and engage with providers and care teams.
Care Managers are especially encouraged to participate. These events are a valuable chance to meet providers face-to-face, explore service offerings, ask questions, and build relationships that enhance care coordination and outcomes.
Together, we’re building stronger networks to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities throughout our communities.
Register NOW for the ACANY & LIFEPlan CCO Provider Relations 2026 Virtual Summit
Date: March 5, 2026, 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Supporting People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) and Complex Behavioral Health Needs
Advancing Excellence in IDD Services
Join us for a dynamic virtual summit designed to empower leaders and professionals across the IDD field. This event will spotlight emerging practices, innovative models, leadership strategies, and clinical insights that strengthen programs and improve outcomes for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and complex behavioral health needs.
Whether you’re shaping organizational strategy or working directly with those you serve, you’ll gain:
- Big-picture perspectives to guide decision-making
- Actionable strategies to support staff and enhance care
- Clinical insights, including trauma-informed approaches, to improve well-being for both individuals and teams
While the summit emphasizes leadership and program development, every session offers practical takeaways for anyone committed to advancing quality services. All are welcome—come ready to learn, connect, and lead change.
Presenters Include:
John M. Guercio, Ph.D., BCBA-D, LBA, NADD-CC
Vice President of Crisis Services and Applied Behavior Analysis
Arc of the Ozarks
Erik Jacobson, Ph.D.
Chief Clinical Officer
Upstate Caring Partners
Holly Brown, DNP, RN, PMHNP-BC
St. John Fisher University
Executive Director
Golisano Institute for Developmental Disability Nursing
Karyn Harvey, Ph.D.
Psychologist, Author, Speaker
Benjamin Margolis, MD
Board Certified Psychiatrist & Neurologist
Click here to learn more to learn about the presenters.
Upcoming Events
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.
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.
Thank you to our Provider Networking Event Sponsors. We are grateful for your support!
“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.”
