Conference Overview
There are two specific themes that will resonate throughout the conference:

What efforts are occurring in the community and in local government that will make our city more “age-friendly”? How can we use available models, such as the Environmental Protection Agency’s Aging Initiative model, based on active aging and smart growth, to design a more livable city for all its inhabitants?
The city’s older population is becoming increasingly diverse as measured by race, ethnicity, income, health status, age, education, national origin and many other dimensions.
How do we plan effectively for such a diverse population, which includes people with a wide range of abilities, needs, and interests?

Sessions include:

What is an Age-Friendly City and Why is it Important?

An Age-Friendly Physical Environment: Current Plans and Policies

An Age-Friendly Social Environment: Innovative Models for Active Aging
and Social Engagement

Continuing Education Credits Available
This conference is co-sponsored by Bryn Mawr College Graduate School of Social Work and Social Research. Bryn Mawr College GSSWSR, as a CSWE accredited School of Social Work, is a pre-approved provider of continuing education for Social Workers in PA and many other states. Participants in the conference may earn 6 credits.

Luncheon Overview
The M. Powell Lawton Quality of Life Award was established in 2001 to recognize older individuals who are nationally recognized for significant professional accomplishments, who have demonstrated a commitment to public service, who continue an active lifestyle and, most importantly, have contributed to improving the quality of life for others.

Quality of Life 2010 Awardee: Dr. Robert N. Butler

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M. Powell Lawton Conference and Quality of Life Award Luncheon 9 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. At Loews Philadelphia Hotel 1200 Market Street, Philadelphia	Home» Registration» Conference/Luncheon Overview» Conference Agenda» Award Luncheon» About the Emergency Fund» Continuing Education Credits»
Conference Overview There are two specific themes that will resonate throughout the conference: What efforts are occurring in the community and in local government that will make our city more “age-friendly”? How can we use available models, such as the Environmental Protection Agency’s Aging Initiative model, based on active aging and smart growth, to design a more livable city for all its inhabitants? The city’s older population is becoming increasingly diverse as measured by race, ethnicity, income, health status, age, education, national origin and many other dimensions. How do we plan effectively for such a diverse population, which includes people with a wide range of abilities, needs, and interests? Sessions include: What is an Age-Friendly City and Why is it Important? An Age-Friendly Physical Environment: Current Plans and Policies An Age-Friendly Social Environment: Innovative Models for Active Aging and Social Engagement *Continuing Education Credits Available* This conference is co-sponsored by Bryn Mawr College Graduate School of Social Work and Social Research. Bryn Mawr College GSSWSR, as a CSWE accredited School of Social Work, is a pre-approved provider of continuing education for Social Workers in PA and many other states. Participants in the conference may earn 6 credits. Luncheon Overview The M. Powell Lawton Quality of Life Award was established in 2001 to recognize older individuals who are nationally recognized for significant professional accomplishments, who have demonstrated a commitment to public service, who continue an active lifestyle and, most importantly, have contributed to improving the quality of life for others. Quality of Life 2010 Awardee: Dr. Robert N. Butler return to top


Proceeds from the Award Luncheon and Conference will be dedicated to the Emergency Fund.
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