National Events
The following are some of the larger national events, conventions and expositions that focus on retirement resources and services for older adults.
2010
February 6, 2010 - Saturday, 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Leisure World Senior Expo / Home Show - Arizona
Location: Leisure World Recreation - Recreation Center 1 Complex
Address: 908 S. Power Road, Mesa, AZ 85206
Mark your calendar and plan to attend now as you do not want to miss out on one of Leisure World's most popular events. This show attracts hundreds of active adults eager to check out a wide variety of products and services. The gates to Leisure World's resort style community are open to the public for this special event. Come learn more about the latest products and services available from home renovation, travel, automobiles, financial, wellness, restaurants, insurance, entertainment and more.
www.LeisureWorldArizona.org
March 15-19, 2010
2009 Aging in America - ASA-NCOA Conference
Where: Chicago, Illinois
This annual conference is a showcase for all aspects of aging in America from programs, projects, policy, advocacy, discussion, research and more. Attendees, exhibitors and presenters include professionals from the fields of aging, healthcare and education, along with business leaders from across the United States.
www.AgingConference.org
April 11-14, 2010
Home Care & Hospice "March on Washington and Law Symposium" Conference & Exposition
Location: Washington, D.C.
This event in Washington, D.C., provides attendees with the opportunity to visit Senators and Representatives in their offices, and talk directly to their staff members who assist in making health policy decisions. This event in the Nation's Capital offers the opportunity to join with peers across the industry to make waves and make voices heard.
www.nahc.org
May 20, 2010 - Thursday, 3:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Ultimate Chef at Heritage Club Mountain View
Where: Heritage Club Mountain View
Address: 8101 E. Mississippi Ave, Denver CO 80247
At the Ultimate Chef America event, two teams of four dining services staff members will compete during a two-hour cooking contest focusing on healthy fare for seniors. Events will also feature a gourmet food tasting where participants will receive a sample tasting of the dishes prepared in the competition. Ultimate Chef America attendees will be able to join in the event by gaining a close-up look at the competitors and the fast-paced competition. In addition to the cooking competition, Brookdale has joined with several national partners and sponsors to be included in a vendor expo along with a fundraiser for the Leeza Gibbons foundation. FREE EVENT. RSVP: 303-337-3400.
www.brookdaleliving.com
May 25-27, 2010
ALFA Conference & Expo
Where: Phoenix, Arizona
This conference and expo focuses on new ideas, strategies, innovations and creative solutions for managed senior living companies.
www.alfaconferenceandexpo.com
June 5, 2010 - Saturday
Susan G. Komen Global Race for the Cure®
The 2009 Susan G. Komen Global Race for the Cure was so successful and so inspiring that we're doing it again next year! The 2010 Komen Global Race will take place on Saturday, June 5, 2010.
www.globalraceforthecure.org
July 14-16, 2010
NAHC and HHFMA 16th Annual Financial Management Conference & Exposition
Location: Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Towers in Chicago, Illinois
This conference is co-sponsored by the National Association for Homecare & Hospice (NAHC) and the Homecare & Hospice Financial Manager's Association (HHFMA). The conference is about deepening understanding of the financial management techniques and strategies necessary to achieve real success in the home care and hospice industry.
www.nahc.org
September 30 - October 2, 2010
AARP Presents Orlando@50+ National Event & Expo
Location: Orange County Convention Center
Address: 9860 Universal Boulevard 691509, Orlando, FL 32819
Florida will be the location of the 2010 National Event & Expo planned for September 30th through October 2nd at the Orange County Convention Center. There will be three action-packed days of exhibits, celebrity speakers, concerts, educational forums and more. Plan to attend.
www.aarp.org
October 2-6, 2010
National Association for Home Care & Hospice 29th Annual Meeting & Exposition
Location: Dallas, Texas
The theme is "Home Care & Hospice: Pioneers in the New Health Care Frontier." This topic reflects the changes and opportunities home care and hospice is facing as they prepare to receive the 78 million strong baby boom generation.
www.nahc.org
National Professional Event Calendars
Alzheimer's Association Memory Walk®
Learn more about the Alzheimeir's Association and Memory Walks. When you register for the Alzheimer's Association Memory Walk(r), you're joining a nationwide community of thousands of people who are standing up and participating in the fight against this devastating disease.
Main Home Page: www.alz.org
National Association of Area Agencies on Aging - n4a - Ongoing Training & Events
Learn more about ongoing training and events organized by The National Association of Area Agencies on Aging (n4a). The n4a is a leading voice on aging issues for Area Agencies on Aging and a champion for Title VI Native American aging programs.
Main Home Page: www.n4a.org
Visit the n4a website for additional events posted on their Event Calendar
