Positive Aging

Continuing the Conversation...

 Third Annual National Positive Aging Conference: Wave of the Future will be a highly interactive gathering attended by diverse national leaders who are shaping a dynamic future for older adults throughout the world.        

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"It's been said that the best way to predict the future is to create it, and that's what this conference will begin to do. We at AARP see the aging of America as an opportunity, and positive aging is the future we want to create."
- Harry R. Moody, Director of Academic Affairs, AARP      

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

Academics, researchers, health care professionals, life planning consultants, social workers, creative artists, practitioners, government policy makers, senior living community educators, lifelong learning program developers, encore career employers, volunteer and advocacy organizations, entrepreneurs, thought leaders, and many others. 

WHY ATTEND?

  • Discover ways to work effectively with older adults entering retirement
  • Hear ideas for energizing your services to attract a broader segment of your community
  • Develop a network of contacts for sharing program ideas and developing strategies
  • Learn about model programs and effective practices

WHAT WILL BE COVERED?

Recognized experts in the field of aging will lead plenary sessions and concurrent workshops, discussions, demonstrations, and experiential activities in four general theme areas:

Under those general themes, leaders and attendees will explore sub-themes including lifelong learning, intergenerational learning, spirituality and religion, technology, diversity, public policy, international developments, life planning, civic engagement, encore careers, and others.


Keynote Speaker

Dr Thomas

Dr. William H. Thomas

Founder, The Eden Alternative and The Green House Project