Aging Well Conference

Aging Well Expo

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Save the date for the 2026 Aging Well Expo! This event  will feature an expo that connects older adults with local resources along with free classes and presentations.

2026 Aging Well Expo

Friday, May 8, 2026; 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Levy Senior Center, 300 Dodge Ave, Evanston, IL

Aging Well Film Night

The Aging Well Film Night will feature the movie I’m Only Blind. Admission to the film night is free; no registration is required. Seating is limited.

I’m Only Blind follows the story of Tim Paul, a 66-year-old blind marathon runner who has never allowed his disability to define him. Paul has completed more than 20 marathons, participated in several triathlons, and even downhill skis. Despite the challenges he has faced, Tim continues to show determination and resilience.

The film is directed by filmmaker Kamelya Alexan. Both Tim Paul and Kamelya Alexan spent parts of their lives in Evanston, and we are excited to welcome them back for this special Aging Well Film Night.

The screening will be followed by a Q&A session with both Kamelya Alexan and Tim Paul.

2026 Aging Well Film Night

May 6, 2026; 6 PM

Levy Senior Center, 300 Dodge Ave, Evanston, IL

Register to Attend the Expo

Attendance to the Aging Well Expo is free, we just ask that you fill out the registration form. Advanced registration is not required, but highly encouraged!

If you are interested in attending the Aging Well Expo, please register at bit.ly/2026AgingWellRegistration.

Become a Vendor

The City of Evanston's Senior Services Division is inviting vendors to participate in the 2026 Aging Well Expo. 

Each vendor registration is $250 per table, and include:

  • one six foot table in the gymnasium, along with two chairs,
  • your company's logo promoted weekly on the City's Aging Well website,
  • weekly promotion in the Levy Senior Center e-news,
  • your company's information included in the program,
  • contact information for participants who have opted to share their information with vendors, 
  • each vendor is required to bring a door prize valued at a minimum of $25.

If you are interested in becoming a vendor, please fill out the 2026 Aging Well Registration Form.

 

Vendors

Aging Well Award — Nominate an older adult!

Annually, the Aging Well Conference acknowledges an esteemed Evanston older adult who has demonstrated significant dedication to aging-related issues and exemplary service to the local community. This distinguished individual will be publicly honored during the Evanston Aging Well Expo.

All nominations undergo thorough evaluation, considering exceptional personal contributions and noteworthy community impact. Nominees are recognized for their ability to enhance the community and elevate the well-being of older adults through outstanding leadership, devoted time, allocation of resources, and effective advocacy.

Past recipients of the Aging Well Award embody a legacy of exceptional service, with notable honorees including Mayor Lorraine H. Morton, Father Robert Oldershaw, William Logan, Julia Hagwood, Gerri Sizemore, Ellen Butkus, Ellen Browne, Bennett Johnson, James Engelman, and Susan Cherco. This tradition celebrates individuals who have left a lasting imprint on the community through their commitment to the well-being of older adults.

To nominate an individual, fill out the 2026 Aging Well Award Nomination Form.