Aging Well Conference and Award Nominations

The Aging Well Conference will be held at the Levy Senior Center, 300 Dodge Ave., on Friday, May 5, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. The free, half-day conference for older persons and their care partners presents an array of educational workshops on topics including health and wellness, safety, nutrition, technology, legal issues, financial planning, and the arts.

The conference will open with a continental breakfast at 8 a.m., followed by a welcome from Mayor Daniel Biss and the keynote address by Paula Basta, director for the Illinois Department on Aging. Following workshop sessions, the conference will conclude with lunch and a celebration of the Aging Well Award recipients for 2020 (Susan Cherco) and 2023.

Registration: Registration for the conference and workshops will be available beginning Monday, March 20 by visiting cityofevanston.org/agingwellconference or calling 847-866-2919.

2023 Aging Well Award Nominations: Each year, the Evanston Aging Well Conference pays tribute to an Evanston older adult who has made an impact on the community through their interest in aging and service. Community members are encouraged to nominate an older adult for the Aging Well Award by Monday, March 6.

Transportation: Conference transportation is available through the Levy Senior Center for individuals who live in Evanston. For more information, please call 847-448-8250.