HSRC News
April 30, 2026

HSRC’s 2026 Supporting Healthy Aging Conference

The 2026 Supporting Healthy Aging Conference, sponsored by the Humboldt Senior Resource Center, will take place on Thursday, May 14, at the Sequoia Conference Center in Eureka.

The theme of the full-day conference is “Value in Aging.” Engaging presentations and interactive discussions led by expert speakers will address topics including, “Four Keys to Longevity,” “The Good Life Framework,” “The Value of Brain Health,” “What New Science Tells Us About Reducing Dementia Risk,” “A Medical View of Aging and Caregiving,” and “Bringing Elders Back Through a Cultural Perspective.”

The closing panel, “Value in Aging,” will help identify opportunities beyond the conference.

The $55 course fee includes continuing education credit for nurses and LCSWs/LMFTs, lunch and all course materials. Those who would benefit from attending include healthcare and social service providers, family caregivers, professionals serving aging adults, students and anyone interested in aging well.

The full conference agenda, CE details and an online registration form can be found at SupportingHealthyAging.org. For questions or more information, call HSRC at 707-443-9747 or email events@humsenior.org.

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