Resources | Events
Connect With the HCBS Community
From national summits to virtual workshops, The Waiver Academy is where the HCBS community comes together to learn, connect, and advance the sector.
Past Events
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2026 HCBS Conference
CONFERENCE — The premier annual summit for long-term services and supports (LTSS), hosted by ADvancing States. Brings together federal, state, and local policymakers and leaders who manage and deliver HCBS programs. Features curated sessions, leadership roundtables, and a dedicated exhibit hall.
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HCBS Compliance Summit: 2026 Regulatory Update
VIRTUAL EVENT — A half-day virtual summit covering 2026 CMS rule updates, state-by-state changes, and what your agency needs to do to stay ahead of audits.
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ANCOR Annual Conference
TRADE SHOW — Visit The Waiver Academy at booth #214. Meet our team, see a live demo, and learn how we are helping HCBS providers across all 50 states.
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DSP Workforce Innovation Forum
WEBINAR — Explore the latest research on DSP recruitment, training, and retention featuring case studies from providers who have cracked the turnover problem.
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National Council for Mental Wellbeing Annual Conference
CONFERENCE — The leading behavioral health and IDD services conference. The Waiver Academy will be exhibiting at booth #318.
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HCBS Quality Improvement Summit 2025
Over 800 attendees gathered to discuss quality improvement frameworks and person-centered care innovations in HCBS settings.
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ANCOR Annual Conference 2025
The Waiver Academy team presented on technology-driven compliance and met with 200+ providers at our booth.
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Impact Nation 2025
Our largest Impact Nation to date, welcoming 1,800 HCBS professionals for 3 days of learning and celebration.
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NADSP Symposium 2025
A focused conversation on DSP workforce development, credentialing, and the NADSP E-Badge Academy alignment.