GAPC MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE MEETING

The Membership Committee meets on the 1st Monday of the month at 4:00 p.m.

All members are encouraged to join a Committee, if you are interested in participating, please email information@guardianassociation.org

VIRTUAL Monthly Guardian Peer Breakfast

GUARDIAN MEMBERS ONLY

Wednesday ~ June 3, 2026

9:00 - 10:00 a.m.

Join us for an informal morning of networking and support - this event is for MEMBER GUARDIANS ONLY.

These informal gatherings offer a chance to talk through situations with other guardians and share resources for different types of clients (veterans, low-income, and high net-worth).

GUARDIAN MEMBERS ONLY

LOCATION: Virtual | Zoom

NETWORKING BREAKFAST - MEMBERS ONLY

Start your morning with fellow GAPC members at our in-person Networking Breakfast, an informal opportunity to connect, exchange ideas, and build relationships with other professionals in the community. This members-only gathering is intentionally limited to 40 attendees so the conversation stays personal, active, and worthwhile for everyone in the room.

All members are welcome to attend!

Please note this event will not feature speakers. The morning is all about making space for meaningful peer-to-peer networking. Breakfast and refreshments will be provided—RSVP today to let us know you’ll be there!

Location:

The Preserve at Dunedin | 2010 Greenbriar Blvd, Clearwater, FL 33763

All GAPC members are invited to this event as a benefit of membership.

GAPC EDUCATION COMMITTEE MEETING

The Education Committee meets on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 9:00 a.m.

All members are encouraged to join a Committee, if you are interested in participating, please email information@guardianassociation.org

GAPC BOARD MEETING

The GAPC Board meets monthly on the 2nd Wednesday from 9:30 to 11:00 a.m.

GAPC EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM

Presented by Matt Hudson - Executive Director, Florida PACE Providers Association

This program will provide an overview of PACE, the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly, and its role in helping nursing-home-eligible older adults remain safely at home while receiving coordinated, patient-centered health care and long-term support services. Drawing on Matt Hudson’s extensive experience in health care policy, operations, and PACE leadership, the session will explain how the PACE model works, how it differs from traditional Medicaid long-term care, and why its outcomes demonstrate a meaningful impact for participants, families, communities, and taxpayers. The presentation will also highlight the continued growth of PACE in Florida, including several counties where services are coming soon.

Key takeaways:

• What is the PACE model of care
• How does the PACE model of care differ from traditional Medicaid LTC
• Why are the PACE model of care outcomes so drastically better than other models of care.
• Where is the fastest growing model of care coming next

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WEDNESDAY - June 10, 2026

Virtual - Zoom | Noon to 1:00 p.m.

REGISTRATION

• Members - FREE (Included as a benefit of membership)
• Guests are invited to attend one meeting before submitting an application for membership. Email GAPC HERE for more information.
• • Guardian guests - FREE
  • Non-guardian guests - $25.00

All education programs will apply for one (1) hour CE for Professional Guardians

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PROGRAM SPONSOR

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SPEAKER BIO

Matt Hudson is a health care professional who has spent 35 years in health care policy and business operations with a background in emergency preparedness and operations. He is currently the executive director of Florida PACE Providers Association, which allows seniors to stay at home while engaging in community activities and receiving patient-centered health care services. Matt is also the vice president of Hope PACE, a program of all-inclusive care for the elderly that provides total care to seniors in Southwest Florida. Previously, he served as a Golden Gate Fire District commissioner from 2002 to 2007 and as a former member of the Florida House of Representatives from 2007 to 2016. He was speaker pro tempore during his final two years and chair of the Health Care Appropriations Committee for six years. A highly sought-after speaker on the national circuit, Matt is also an accomplished high school and college baseball and softball umpire. He lives in Tallahassee with his wife and two pugs. Matt has two adult children and four grandchildren.

GAPC PUBLIC RELATIONS COMMITTEE MEETING

The Public Relations Committee meets on the 3rd Thursday of the month at 2:00 p.m.

All members are encouraged to join a Committee, if you are interested in participating, please email information@guardianassociation.org

GAPC CONFERENCE COMMITTEE MEETING

The Conference Committee meets on the 4th Tuesday of the month at 9:00 a.m.

All members are encouraged to join a Committee, if you are interested in participating, please email information@guardianassociation.org

GAPC BYLAWS COMMITTEE MEETING

The Bylaws Committee meets on the 4th Thursday of the month at 9:00 a.m.

All members are encouraged to join a Committee, if you are interested in participating, please email information@guardianassociation.org

Monthly Guardian Peer Breakfast

GUARDIAN MEMBERS ONLY

Wednesday ~ July 1, 2026

9:00 - 10:00 a.m.

Join us for an informal morning of networking and support - this event is for MEMBER GUARDIANS ONLY.

These informal gatherings offer a chance to talk through situations with other guardians and share resources for different types of clients (veterans, low-income, and high net-worth).

Please let us know if you are planning to attend so we have an accurate count for refreshments.

IN-PERSON FOR GUARDIAN MEMBERS ONLY

LOCATION: Arden Courts at Largo | 300 Highland Ave, Largo, FL 33770

GAPC MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE MEETING

The Membership Committee meets on the 1st Monday of the month at 4:00 p.m.

All members are encouraged to join a Committee, if you are interested in participating, please email information@guardianassociation.org

GAPC BOARD MEETING

The GAPC Board meets monthly on the 2nd Wednesday from 9:30 to 11:00 a.m.

GAPC EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM

Lighthouse of Pinellas: 20/20 Tour

This continuing education program at Lighthouse of Pinellas is designed to give professional guardians a practical, firsthand understanding of the challenges associated with vision loss and the services available to support individuals who are blind or visually impaired.

Participants will take part in four guided, hands-on learning experiences led by a certified instructor of the visually impaired. These experiences will focus on orientation and mobility, assistive technology, activities of daily living, and braille and tactile graphics. Through these interactive activities, guardians will gain a deeper understanding of how the services the Lighthouse of Pinellas provides help mitigate the challenges that can come with vision loss.

To gain a different perspective, the Lighthouse of Pinellas encourages tour participants to engage in each experience’s activities whilst under blindfold, focusing on other senses. This program will help professional guardians strengthen their awareness of available resources and enhance their ability to advocate for and support clients with vision loss.

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WEDNESDAY - July 8, 2026

11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

***NOTE: MEETING EXPECTED TO RUN LONG***

Networking and lunch begins at 11:30 a.m. Please be prepared for program to run until 1:30 p.m.

The July program will ONLY be IN-PERSON, no Virtual Option.

Lighthouse of Pinellas | 6925 112th Circle N, Suite 103, Largo, FL 33773

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REGISTRATION

• Members - FREE (Included as a benefit of membership)
• Guests are invited to attend one meeting before submitting an application for membership. Email GAPC HERE for more information.
• • Guardian guests - FREE
  • Non-guardian guests - $25.00

All education programs will apply for one (1) hour CE for Professional Guardians

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PROGRAM SPONSOR

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SPEAKER BIO

Linda Kay grew up in Tennessee and graduated from the University of Tennessee (Knoxville) with a degree in Public Relations/Mass Communications. She began her career in media and marketing roles and soon discovered a passion for the work of nonprofit organizations. She has served several national organizations in various capacities throughout her 25+ years career including the American Cancer Society, The Alzheimer’s Association, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and The Salvation Army. Throughout her career, Linda Kay and the teams she has led have raised more than $50 million to support the missions of the organizations she has served. She joined the Lighthouse of Pinellas Team as President and CEO in July of 2024.

GAPC EDUCATION COMMITTEE MEETING

The Education Committee meets on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 9:00 a.m.

All members are encouraged to join a Committee, if you are interested in participating, please email information@guardianassociation.org

GAPC PUBLIC RELATIONS COMMITTEE MEETING

The Public Relations Committee meets on the 3rd Thursday of the month at 2:00 p.m.

All members are encouraged to join a Committee, if you are interested in participating, please email information@guardianassociation.org

GAPC BYLAWS COMMITTEE MEETING

The Bylaws Committee meets on the 4th Thursday of the month at 9:00 a.m.

All members are encouraged to join a Committee, if you are interested in participating, please email information@guardianassociation.org

GAPC CONFERENCE COMMITTEE MEETING

The Conference Committee meets on the 4th Tuesday of the month at 9:00 a.m.

All members are encouraged to join a Committee, if you are interested in participating, please email information@guardianassociation.org

GAPC MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE MEETING

The Membership Committee meets on the 1st Monday of the month at 4:00 p.m.

All members are encouraged to join a Committee, if you are interested in participating, please email information@guardianassociation.org

Monthly Guardian Peer Breakfast

GUARDIAN MEMBERS ONLY

Wednesday ~ August 5, 2026

9:00 - 10:00 a.m.

Join us for an informal morning of networking and support - this event is for MEMBER GUARDIANS ONLY.

These informal gatherings offer a chance to talk through situations with other guardians and share resources for different types of clients (veterans, low-income, and high net-worth).

Please let us know if you are planning to attend so we have an accurate count for refreshments.

IN-PERSON FOR GUARDIAN MEMBERS ONLY

LOCATION: Cypress Palms | 400 Lake Avenue NE | Largo FL 33771

GAPC EDUCATION COMMITTEE MEETING

The Education Committee meets on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 9:00 a.m.

All members are encouraged to join a Committee, if you are interested in participating, please email information@guardianassociation.org

GAPC BOARD MEETING

The GAPC Board meets monthly on the 2nd Wednesday from 9:30 to 11:00 a.m.

GAPC EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM

Check back soon for more information!

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WEDNESDAY - August 12, 2026

Virtual - Zoom | Noon to 1:00 p.m.

REGISTRATION

• Members - FREE (Included as a benefit of membership)
• Guests are invited to attend one meeting before submitting an application for membership. Email GAPC HERE for more information.
• • Guardian guests - FREE
  • Non-guardian guests - $25.00

All education programs will apply for one (1) hour CE for Professional Guardians

GAPC PUBLIC RELATIONS COMMITTEE MEETING

The Public Relations Committee meets on the 3rd Thursday of the month at 2:00 p.m.

All members are encouraged to join a Committee, if you are interested in participating, please email information@guardianassociation.org

GAPC CONFERENCE COMMITTEE MEETING

The Conference Committee meets on the 4th Tuesday of the month at 9:00 a.m.

All members are encouraged to join a Committee, if you are interested in participating, please email information@guardianassociation.org

GAPC BYLAWS COMMITTEE MEETING

The Bylaws Committee meets on the 4th Thursday of the month at 9:00 a.m.

All members are encouraged to join a Committee, if you are interested in participating, please email information@guardianassociation.org

Monthly Guardian Peer Breakfast

GUARDIAN MEMBERS ONLY

Wednesday ~ September 2, 2026

9:00 - 10:00 a.m.

Join us for an informal morning of networking and support - this event is for MEMBER GUARDIANS ONLY.

These informal gatherings offer a chance to talk through situations with other guardians and share resources for different types of clients (veterans, low-income, and high net-worth).

Please let us know if you are planning to attend so we have an accurate count for refreshments.

IN-PERSON FOR GUARDIAN MEMBERS ONLY

LOCATION: Sabal Palms | 499 Alt Keene Rd | Largo FL 33771

GAPC MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE MEETING

The Membership Committee meets on the 1st Monday of the month at 4:00 p.m.

All members are encouraged to join a Committee, if you are interested in participating, please email information@guardianassociation.org

GAPC EDUCATION COMMITTEE MEETING

The Education Committee meets on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 9:00 a.m.

All members are encouraged to join a Committee, if you are interested in participating, please email information@guardianassociation.org

GAPC BOARD MEETING

The GAPC Board meets monthly on the 2nd Wednesday from 9:30 to 11:00 a.m.