The 2026 Environments for Aging Conference + Expo turned up the heat in the “Valley of the Sun” with a new schedule, networking events, and robust educational sessions at the 2026 event in Phoenix, March 16-18.
Kicking off the first day, the EFA Conference + Expo schedule included a workshop and tour of Sagewood Senior Living, a continuing care retirement community (CCRC) in Phoenix, followed by the evening Welcome Reception in the expo hall.
A morning keynote by author and toy company founder Cas Holman on “The Power of Play,” educational sessions, networking, and dedicated expo hall time marked Day Two. The final day featured an education-focused format with conference sessions that dove into the latest trends and insights on the senior living sector, including case studies, research findings, and design strategies.
Additionally, the annual EFA Magazine Awards Luncheon celebrated the 2025 Next Wave Awards, Design Showcase, and Remodel/Renovation winners.
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