ADvancing States
Samantha Gardner has experience working in policy research and advocacy, social work, and case management in various organizations. Samantha holds a Master of Social Work degree with a concentration in Social Change and Justice, along with a Bachelor's degree in Sociology.
ADvancing States
ADvancing States was founded in 1964 under the name National Association of State Units on Aging (NASUA). In 2019, the association changed its name to ADvancing States. Today, ADvancing States represents the nation’s 56 state and territorial agencies on aging and disabilities and long-term services and supports directors. ADvancing States supports visionary leadership, the advancement of systems innovation and the articulation of national policies that support long term services and supports for older adults and people with disabilities. Sign up for our weekly Friday Update newsletter here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/m82X5sl