Philadelphia Will Host Ninth Elder Care Symposium
The annual event focusing on aging services takes place at Live! Casino & Hotel Philadelphia on October 15, 2026.
Updated on Oct. 9, 2026 in Eldercare
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Rothkoff Law Group will hold its ninth annual Elder Care Symposium in Philadelphia on October 15, 2026. The program, themed Elevating Voices in Elder Care, provides a dedicated education forum for nurses, social workers, and care managers.
Why it matters
The symposium aims to strengthen person-centered care by helping caregivers and families improve connections and recognize individual identities in the aging population.
The ninth annual symposium serves professionals across Southeastern Pennsylvania and Southern New Jersey. Registration is required for attendees participating in the full-day educational forum.
The players
Rothkoff Law Group
This legal organization specializes in elder law and serves clients throughout Southeastern Pennsylvania and Southern New Jersey.
Kitty Eisele
A journalist and advocate, Eisele is recognized for her work and public commentary regarding dementia care and family support systems.
The details
Journalist Kitty Eisele will deliver the keynote address, focusing on her experiences in dementia care and family advocacy. This gathering is designed to equip advocates and healthcare professionals with better tools for navigating modern eldercare challenges.
Timeline
The ninth annual Elder Care Symposium occurs on October 15, 2026.
Culture Shift
The event aligns with the broader move toward the person-centered care model, which prioritizes the unique identity of each older adult. This shift represents a departure from traditional, strictly clinical approaches to long-term geriatric support.
Local social workers, nurses, and advocates can utilize this forum to earn continuing education credits and refine their caregiving practices. Residents and families in Philadelphia may see improved service quality from local providers who attend the training.
The takeaway
Caregivers can improve outcomes by focusing on the individual identities of those they support rather than only clinical requirements. Professional symposiums offer a vital space for these advocates to share strategies and update their approaches to dementia care.
Further reading
Learn more about the latest resources for local families and professionals in the Eldercare section.
More information
For event registration and information page, visit the Rothkoff Law Group website.
Source note: This article includes information reported by MyChesCo.
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Should elder care organizations prioritize the lived experiences of family caregivers in their professional training?
