International Council on Active Aging

12/22/2025

ICAA's CEO to present at the 2026 Menus of Change Leadership Summit, presented by the Culinary Institute of America. The lineup of presenters is outstanding, and the event itself promises to be exceptional. Details below.

https://www.menusofchange.org/

The Culinary Institute of America

12/19/2025

In AgingToday this morning...New Report: Wellness is the Ultimate Secret to Longevity for Aging Adults.

If you know any family caregivers, you're probably aware that their days are often filled with reactive tasks: managing medications, coordinating doctor visits, and worrying about the next health crisis. They spend so much time focusing on their loved one’s illnesses that they forget about their own wellness.

But what if the key to a longer, happier life for our loved ones, and for us, isn't just about treating disease, but actively promoting vitality?

A recent landmark report from the International Council on Active Aging (ICAA) Wellness Think Tank, titled “Wellness: The pathway to longevity,” suggests exactly that. The report champions a massive shift in how we approach aging: Moving from a “care” model that focuses on sickness to a “wellness” model that focuses on thriving.

Sponsored by industry leaders dedicated to improving the aging experience (Humana, Restaura, Keiser Corporation, SportsArt, LifeLoop, and Matrix Fitness USA), this report offers a roadmap that family caregivers can adapt at home to help their loved ones not just live longer, but live better.

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A recent landmark report from the ICAA suggests moving from a "care" model that focuses on sickness to a "wellness" model focused on thriving.

12/18/2025

A 47-year-long Swedish study at Karolinska Institutet reveals how fitness, strength, and muscle endurance change during adulthood. The results show that physical ability starts to deteriorate as early as age 35, but it is never too late to start exercising.

https://news.ki.se/long-term-study-reveals-physical-ability-peaks-at-age-35

12/16/2025

Always a thought-provoking conversation when ICAA's CEO gets together with Marc Middleton of Growing Bolder.

In this conversation, we discuss some of the biggest shifts in the aging industry, what older adults can expect in years to come, and what changes still need to be made to adequately prepare for the longevity revolution.

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ICAA CEO Colin Milner is one of the world's leading authorities on the culture of aging and the latest that is happening (and not happening) in senior living...

12/16/2025

ICAA is on the lookout for engaging speakers to share best practices, ideas, lessons learned, and the latest research with professionals dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for older adults at all stages of their physical and cognitive lives.

The ICAA Conference stands out due to its diverse range of topics, catering to delegates who work closely with clients and residents, manage programs, or oversee multiple sites. Topics include nutrition and technology, physical activity and business, marketing and programming. This variety ensures an enriching experience for both speakers and attendees.

You are invited to submit a speaking proposal that can advance your work and that of your colleagues. Don’t delay!

WHEN:

The ICAA Conference 2026 will take place from November 17 - 19, 2026, in Orlando, Florida, USA.

The deadline for speaking proposals is January 30, 2026.

For more information, visit https://icaaconference.icaa.cc/call_for_presentation.php.

Whether you are a seasoned presenter or new to speaking, your experience and knowledge are essential to ensuring the ICAA Conference and Expo 2026 remains the premier event for wellness professionals, managers, and executives.

12/08/2025

A HUGE thank you to the industry thought-leaders who contributed to the ICAA Wellness Think Tank report "Wellness: The Pathway to Longevity." Your dedication to reshaping the senior living industry is remarkable.

Additionally, gratitude goes to Humana, LifeLoop, SportsArt, Keiser Corporation, Matrix Fitness USA, and Restaura for their support and commitment to this meeting.

For those who have not yet read the report, it is available here: https://www.icaa.cc//listing.php?type=white_papers

12/05/2025

A thought to ponder! This quote is the backbone of the just released ICAA Wellness Think Tank report "Wellness: The pathway to longevity."

You can access the report at https://www.icaa.cc//listing.php?type=white_papers

Thank you to our sponsoring partners Humana Restaura Keiser Corporation SportsArt LifeLoop and Matrix Fitness USA

International Council on Active Aging

12/05/2025

In today’s episode of the Healthy Aging Institute Podcast, we sit down with Colin Milner, CEO of the International Council on Active Aging (ICAA), a global leader dedicated to changing the way we age.

Colin shares his 25-year mission to build communities that inspire autonomy, inclusion, and longevity. He explains how education, movement, and mindset can help people live not only longer but better. The conversation explores practical ways to create supportive environments, challenge outdated perceptions, and empower individuals to take control of their health and wellbeing at every stage of life.

🎧 Tune in to learn how small changes today can lead to a healthier, more active, and more fulfilling tomorrow.

🎙️ In today’s episode of the Healthy Aging Institute Podcast, we sit down with Colin Milner, CEO of the International Council on Active Aging (ICAA), a glob...

12/05/2025

Creating the future of senior living together!
The tension—between how long we live and how well we live—set the stage for an extraordinary gathering in October 2025, when leaders from across senior living and healthcare met in Anaheim for the ICAA Wellness Think Tank. They weren’t there to observe the changes around them; they were there to make sense of them. The question animating the room was deceptively simple: How will the global longevity movement reshape the future of senior living?

For two decades, ICAA has brought together thinkers willing to challenge conventional wisdom. The newly released findings from the 20th Anniversary Think Tank point to a profound truth: wellness has evolved from a lifestyle amenity into the operating system for longevity—and the economic blueprint for the future of senior living.

The future of the field will not be defined by housing models or clinical care alone. It will be defined by healthspan, life engagement, and the wellness strategies capable of delivering measurable outcomes, meaningful experiences, and ultimately longer, better lives.

This perspective is not merely philosophical; it is economic. Organizations that embed wellness into their operating models are seeing tangible results: greater length of stay, stronger occupancy, improved workforce retention, lower healthcare utilization, and higher resident satisfaction. The data tells a consistent story.

According to the McKinsey Health Institute, every dollar invested in healthy aging produces a three-dollar return—reinforcing that prioritizing resident well-being is both a mission-driven and financially sound strategy.

This brings forward a deeper cultural shift: Americans now aspire to live to age 91—not simply to extend life but to thrive in those added years. The challenge for every senior living organization is no longer about longevity alone; it is about ensuring those additional years are filled with autonomy, engagement, and purpose.

The Think Tank report serves as a roadmap toward that future, urging leaders to reimagine senior living as a launchpad for better living—longer, and far more importantly, better.

You can download the report at https://www.icaa.cc//listing.php?type=white_papers

12/04/2025

The future of senior living belongs to communities that integrate wellness and longevity into one strategy.

Our new Think Tank report—Wellness: The Pathway to Longevity—captures essential insights on the global longevity movement, healthspan, ROI, culture, purpose, and the emerging longevity ecosystem reshaping the industry.

If you’re planning for the next decade, this is required reading.
https://www.icaa.cc//listing.php?type=white_papers

A special thank you to our expert speakers— Richard Carmona Nathan Price Remy Gross Meredith Boyle Jason Smith.

And a heartfelt thank you to all the thought leaders who participated in the ICAA Wellness Think Tank. Your contributions continue to shape the future of wellness, healthspan and longevity in senior living.

We are also deeply grateful to our sponsors— Humana Keiser Corporation SportsArt LifeLoop Restaura and Matrix Fitness USA—for your partnership and commitment to advancing a wellness-driven future for older adults.

11/26/2025

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11/25/2025

Have you ever considered why individuals choose to join the International Council on Active Aging and attend the ICAA Conference and Expo? Abbie Hartley Richie took the opportunity at the last ICAA event to ask attendees this very question. Discover the insights shared by attendees and what the tech guru for The Smarter Service uncovered.

Abbie Richie from The Smarter Service hit the floor at ICAA to ask attendees why they choose to be here. Their answers highlight what drives leaders in activ...