International Council on Active Aging

06/10/2026

Have you ever wondered why we walk slower as we get older? New Australian research findings show the body increasingly sacrifices efficiency to stay upright. The findings are published in the journal Gait & Posture.

Read more: https://medicalxpress.com/news/2026-06-stability-aging.html

Reasons why our walking becomes slower and more tiring with age have been uncovered by new Australian research—with findings showing the body increasingly sacrifices efficiency to stay upright. The findings are published in the journal Gait & Posture.

06/09/2026

Healthspan strategies for senior living.

Ziegler’s most recent CFO Hotline℠ survey explored how senior living organizations are defining, implementing, and investing in healthspan, noting that the term is gaining traction across the sector, but still evolving in practice. More than 110 not-for-profit CFOs and financial leaders across the US responded to the survey, offering a view of where the industry stands today and where it's heading.

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Ziegler’s most recent CFO Hotline℠ survey explored how senior living organizations are defining, implementing, and investing in healthspan, noting that the term is gaining traction across the sector, but still evolving in practice. More than 110 not-for-profit CFOs and financial leaders across t...

06/05/2026

ICAA's CEO was part of the CIA Menus of Change Conference, sharing the stage with Dr. Walter Willett, Maggie Moon, Sandy Webster and Thad Paron. The discussion highlighted the important role that nutrition, culinary innovation and wellness play in shaping healthier futures for older adults in senior living.

06/04/2026

First Age-less report on living longer, better released

Individuals have far greater control over their longevity than is commonly understood, and at least 80% of the responsibility for ill health in old age rests with the individual, according to a new report from the Oxford Longevity Project (OLP). The figure is described by the authors as a conservative estimate.

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Individuals have far greater control over their longevity than is commonly understood, and at least 80% of the responsibility for ill health in old age rests with the individual, according to a new report from the Oxford Longevity Project (OLP). The figure is described by the authors as a conservati...

06/02/2026

Join us November 17–19, 2026, in Orlando, Florida, for the ICAA Conference & Expo 2026, the premier event for professionals committed to advancing wellness, healthspan, hospitality, technology, and the aging experience.

The countdown is on. Early Bird registration ends June 9, giving you the opportunity to save up to $230 off the final regular registration rate.

This year’s theme tackles one of the most pressing questions facing our industry: How do you stand out from the crowd?

Over three inspiring days, you'll discover practical answers through:

Visionary keynote presentations
Evidence-informed education sessions
Proven strategies you can implement immediately
Innovative products, services, and technologies
Meaningful networking with leaders shaping the future of aging

You'll leave with new ideas, valuable connections, and a clearer vision for how your organization can thrive in an increasingly competitive marketplace.

As we celebrate 25 years of changing the way we age®, join us in helping define what comes next. To register now visit https://icaaconference.icaa.cc/register.php

To download the ICAA Conference and Expo brochure click herehttps://icaaconference.icaa.cc/pdf/brochure.pdf

Thank you to our sponsors Matrix Fitness USA Humana Aegis Therapies and Institute for Research on Aging

05/28/2026

FREE ICAA WEBINAR: Why wellness is your best strategy: Satisfaction is cheap. Loyalty is priceless.

Join Irving Stackpole of Stackpole & Associates on June 16, 2026, at 12:00 PM EDT for a data-driven session exploring how wellness-centered strategies can improve occupancy, retention, resident loyalty, and long-term community performance.

Drawing on more than 40 years of experience in senior living, clinical practice, and strategic consulting, Irving will share how organizations can transform wellness from a program into a strategic business driver.

Key takeaways:

• The link between wellness, resident health, and length of stay

• How wellness influences market acceptance and occupancy growth

• KPIs and metrics that demonstrate organizational impact

• Practical strategies to strengthen loyalty, retention, and brand differentiation

Communities that embed wellness into every aspect of operations are not only creating healthier residents—they are building stronger, more resilient organizations.

Register today.

https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_r47vH-9CSReGIQYvw_WEOQ?_gl=1*yv7fpb*_gcl_au*MTU0NTI0NTM4MC4xNzczOTQwNTg3*_ga*MTQxODc0MzI0NS4xNzM0MTM1NTI1*_ga_L8TBF28DDX*czE3Nzg2OTY1MjYkbzckZzEkdDE3Nzg2OTY4NTYkajEkbDAkaDA. #/registration

05/26/2026

BIG NEWS! It has finally happened.

According to the soon-to-be-released 2026 ICAA Wellness Trends Report, the senior living industry has passed a major tipping point: 52% of Independent Living and CCRC communities now identify as wellness-based communities with care.

This is far more than a change in terminology. It represents a fundamental repositioning of the industry.

The shift is redefining everything—from the built environment and community culture to programs, policies, staffing models, amenities, dining, and services. Communities are increasingly recognizing that older adults are not simply looking for care when they move in; they are looking for opportunities to live better, longer, and with greater purpose, vitality, and connection.

Behind this transformation is a growing understanding that while lifespan may be influenced by genetics, healthspan is strongly influenced by lifestyle, environment, engagement, and wellness-focused living.

In other words, we can live better longer—but only if we intentionally invest in our health and well-being.

Wellness is no longer an add-on program in senior living.

It is becoming the foundation of the model itself.

To learn how the International Council on Active Aging (ICAA) can help your organization successfully make this shift, visit www.icaa.cc or direct message me here on LinkedIn.

05/26/2026

ICAA's CEO to deliver a keynote later today for the Alberta Retired Teachers’ Association on how living better, longer will reshape society and redefine the way we age.

The event is being held in Canmore, Alberta.

05/19/2026

We’re so proud to be awarded the first ever Platinum Plate of Distinction in North America from the International Council on Active Aging!

The Platinum designation represents the highest level of achievement within this framework. We exceeded expectations in each category, setting a new standard for what is possible. Our food and beverage program features fresh ingredients, including local, seasonal, and organic foods and globally inspired cuisine.

Our team actively challenges the status quo and embraces innovation as a daily discipline using the latest culinary technology, research, and education.

05/18/2026

Congratulations to The Mather (Tysons, VA) for being awarded the first Platinum Plate of Distinction in North America from the International Council on Active Aging!

The Platinum designation represents the highest level of achievement within this framework.

The Mather distinguished itself by exceeding expectations in each category, setting a new standard for what is possible. Led by classically trained chefs, The Mather’s program features fresh ingredients, including local, seasonal, and organic foods and globally inspired cuisine. Our Food & Beverage team actively challenges the status quo and embraces innovation as a daily discipline using the latest culinary technology, research, and education.

You can learn more about the plate of distinction at https://lnkd.in/gVFqMbE9