October 21 - October 23, 2026
Chicago, IL
The Longevity Revolution: Turning Healthspan into a Growth Strategy
Date and Time:Thursday, October 22, 2026 | 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Location:Innovation Lab
Professor & Co-Director, Center for Human Healthspan
Buck Institute for Research on Aging
The gap between lifespan and healthspan—how long we live versus how long we live well—is growing, and it is reshaping what older adults expect from where they live. Closing that gap is an economic imperative, one of the greatest opportunities of our time, and a challenge for which senior living is uniquely positioned to lead.
For operators across the continuum, healthspan is not just a care philosophy, it is a powerful growth strategy that can enhance resident outcomes and experience, attract a new generation of older adults, and strengthen the relevance of senior living in a rapidly changing marketplace.
This session brings together leaders from across the senior living spectrum to explore how organizations are translating the science of healthy aging into practical strategies and measurable results.
Delivering on this promise requires rethinking how communities support residents over time—through stronger partnerships, more integrated services, and a broader view of housing and care. From active adult to higher-acuity settings, the opportunity is to create environments that help residents stay healthier longer while also demonstrating real outcomes that matter to families, providers, partners, and payers.
Leave with actionable insights on how the longevity movement is transforming senior living — and how your organization can turn healthspan into a catalyst for growth, differentiation, and impact.