Learn about the actions underway in Maryland, Minnesota, and California to open doors for older workers.

Local and state governments across the country are working to ensure people over 50 are included in workforce development. Three of the most ambitious efforts are underway in Maryland, Minnesota, and Los Angeles, where comprehensive, multi-agency plans are taking shape to expand employment opportunities for older adults as part of broader Age-Friendly strategies. These initiatives, and others like them, aim to do more than raise awareness—they are activating partnerships, aligning policy, and leveraging public influence to encourage employers to recognize the value of experience and tap the growing pool of 50+ talent. Join us for a panel discussion with the leaders behind these initiatives as they share how they’re translating vision into action, the lessons they’re learning along the way, and how advocacy organizations, employers, and community partners can collaborate to build on their momentum.

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WTIU Public Television, as a part of the station’s Conference on Aging, will feature a highlight reel from the new PBS documentary, executive-produced by Bradley Cooper. After the screening, AARP Indiana volunteer Dr. Jeff Hale will share his personal caregiving journey and offer practical insights on how to prepare for this important role.

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Almost everything these days comes with a user manual — except our brains. And brain health can be a worrisome topic.

Join Amy and Gillian for a relaxed, fun session exploring the surprising (and surprisingly simple) things you can do to support a happy, healthy, flourishing brain.

They'll share ideas, try out a few unexpected practices, and swap what’s already working in your own life. You’ll walk away with fresh insights you can use immediately.

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Co-led by Amy Avergun, career coach and brain-friendly instructional designer and workshop facilitator, and Gillian Leithman, corporate trainer, keynote speaker and adjunct professor at Concordia University.