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Well-Being
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Advancing What Works
in Senior Living

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AUGUST 4-6 2026

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Join us in Boise, Idaho

Join us in Boise, Idaho to explore how well-being is being implemented,
sustained, and measured in senior living.

Well-Being in Action

Advancing What Works in Senior Living

  • Boise, Idaho
  • August 4-6, 2026

An intimate gathering of executive leaders, providers, and partners focused on how well-being initiatives in senior living are being implemented, sustained, and measured in practice.

This event brings together forward-thinking leaders for meaningful conversation, real-world examples, and candid peer exchange around what is actually working in senior living well-being today.

AGENDA HIGHLIGHTS

  • Welcome Reception
  • Engaging Presentations & Discussions
  • Optional Outdoor Adventure Experience
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What to Expect

Provider-Led
Case Studies

Resident
Perspectives

Executive
Roundtables

Culinary Innovation
in Practice

Real-world examples of well-being initiatives delivering measurable impact across senior living communities.

A closer look at how lived experience, resident voice, and engagement shape meaningful innovation.

Facilitated small-group discussions designed for candid peer exchange, practical insight, and shared learning.

Exploring the role of teaching kitchens, nourishment, hospitality, and food as care in advancing well-being.

WHY ATTEND?

Senior living well-being is no longer just a program or initiative. It is a strategy for culture, engagement, retention, resident experience, and long-term community health. Well-Being in Action is designed to move the conversation beyond ideas and into practice — spotlighting the programs, partnerships, and approaches that are creating measurable change. Attendees will leave with fresh perspective, practical examples, and deeper connection with peers who are advancing well-being in senior living.

Featured Panel Speakers

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Dr. Brian Browne

Deb Reardanz

Leif Cameron

Jill Vitale-Aussem

Nutritional Neuroscientist
Brain Health & Cognitive Longevity Expert

President & CEO
Lindsey Communities

Chief Executive Officer
Pilgrim Place

President & CEO
Christian Living Communities

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Frances Salinas

Laura Spicer

Shannon Radford

President & CEO
Wesley Willows

Vice President of Well-Being
Bridgewater Retirement Community

Director of Wellness
Presbyterian Village North

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Meet Our Guest Speaker

Brian Browne

Nutritional Neuroscientist
Brain Health & Cognitive Longevity Expert

Brian Browne is a nutritional neuroscientist with more than two decades of experience advancing brain health through science-backed, practical solutions. His work sits at the intersection of neuroscience, nutrition, and aging, with a specialized focus on dementia prevention, cognitive longevity, and proactive strategies that support long-term brain health.

Dr. Browne translates complex research into clear, actionable guidance for individuals, families, organizations, and healthcare professionals. His expertise includes early risk detection, the metabolic and nutritional influences on brain health, and lifestyle-based interventions designed to help slow or prevent cognitive decline.

Driven by a deep understanding of how epigenetics and lifestyle impact brain function, Dr. Browne is passionate about shifting the conversation around aging from reactive treatment to proactive prevention. His mission is to help people preserve independence, protect cognition, and live healthier, more vibrant lives.

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Deb Reardanz

President & CEO, Lindsey Communities

Deb Reardanz is the President and CEO of Lindsey Communities, a nonprofit Life Plan Community and Adult Day Centers serving older adults in Illinois for over 40 years. A recognized leader in aging services, Deb has spent more than two decades guiding Lindsey Communities’ evolution into a nationally respected center for wellness, innovation, and resident engagement.

Under her leadership, the flagship campus of ClarkLindsey has pioneered initiatives such as Illinois’ first Green House Homes, the Collaborations in Health, Aging, Research, and Technology — CHART — program with the University of Illinois, and partnerships with Masterpiece Living to promote successful aging. Her work has earned the organization multiple awards for excellence in workplace culture and community impact.

Deb is a frequent speaker at national conferences, where she shares insights on building cultures of well-being, integrating technology into senior care, and designing environments that support lifelong growth. She has served on the boards of the Center for Innovation and the Stephens Family YMCA, and is a founding member of Age-Friendly Champaign-Urbana.

With degrees in Accountancy and an MBA, Deb is also a licensed CPA and Nursing Home Administrator.

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Leif Cameron

Chief Executive Officer, Pilgrim Place

Leif Cameron is the Chief Executive Officer of Pilgrim Place, a nonprofit continuing care retirement community in Claremont, California, rooted in the values of justice, peace, and care of the Earth. With over a decade of experience in aging services, he brings a rare combination of operational depth and mission-driven leadership to one of the most distinctive senior living communities in the country.

Before joining Pilgrim Place, Leif held executive leadership roles at HumanGood, one of the largest nonprofit senior living organizations in the nation, where he served as both Executive Director across multiple communities and Director of Innovation. That experience at scale informs how he leads today in a very different kind of position.

Pilgrim Place is a single-site community that defies conventional senior living norms. The population skews younger than the industry average, with the majority now representing the boomer generation. And unlike most retirement communities, Pilgrim Place attracts people who see this chapter of life not as a withdrawal from the world, but as an opportunity to deepen their engagement with it through activism, advocacy, and purpose-driven living.

Leif holds a Master of Arts in Aging Services Management from the University of Southern California and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of New Hampshire. He is a licensed Nursing Home Administrator and Residential Care for the Elderly Administrator in the state of California.

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Jill
Vitale-Aussem

President & CEO, Christian Living Communities

Jill Vitale-Aussem serves as President and CEO of Christian Living Communities, a non-profit multi-site senior living organization based in Denver, Colorado.

With more than 25 years of experience in senior living, Jill has led nursing homes, assisted living communities, and life plan communities. She previously served as President and CEO of The Eden Alternative, advancing a global movement focused on improving quality of life for older adults and their care partners.

Jill is a licensed nursing home administrator, Reframing Aging facilitator, and a graduate of the LeadingAge Leadership Academy. She holds degrees from Alfred University and Cornell University. Jill is the author of Disrupting the Status Quo of Senior Living: A Mindshift.

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Frances Salinas

President & CEO, Wesley Willows

Frances Salinas is a seasoned executive with more than 25 years of leadership experience in healthcare and senior living. She is known for her strategic leadership, operational expertise, and commitment to advancing innovative models of whole-person wellness.

She currently serves as President & Chief Executive Officer of Wesley Willows in Rockford, Illinois, a multi-site Life Plan Community recognized for its forward-thinking approach to aging. Under her leadership, the organization is advancing a bold strategic vision centered on integrated health, brain health and well-being, and expanding access to services that support individuals across the continuum of aging.

Prior to joining Wesley Willows, Frances spent 22 years at Tabor Hills Senior Living in Naperville, Illinois, where she served as Director of Finance, Chief Financial Officer, and ultimately Chief Executive Officer. Her tenure was marked by strong financial stewardship, operational transformation, and sustained organizational growth.

Frances holds a master’s degree in finance and accounting from Roosevelt University, along with dual bachelor’s degrees in accounting and international business. She is a licensed Nursing Home Administrator and is fluent in Spanish.

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Laura Spicer

Vice President of Well-Being
Bridgewater Retirement Community

Laura serves as the Vice President of Well-Being at Bridgewater Retirement Community — BRC.

She completed her BS in Dietetics at James Madison University, a dietetic internship at Radford University, and her master’s degree in Education with a concentration in Health Promotion & Wellness through Virginia Tech.

She began her career at BRC in March 2010 as a Registered Dietitian. She transitioned to the role of Director of Resident Well-Being & Engagement at BRC in 2018, where she supported the residents in Independent Living with the Wellzesta engagement program as well as the fitness team on campus.

With the development of a Well-Being team at BRC, Laura began her role as Vice President of Well-Being in November 2023. This dedicated Well-Being team supports residents and team members at BRC through whole-person well-being, meaningful engagement, and purpose-filled living together.

Laura makes her home along with her husband, Caleb, and their son, Carter, in Fort Defiance, Virginia. Her zest for life and passion for wellness shape her own personal well-being and fuel her commitment in sharing BRC’s vision to “enhance and energize healthy living.”

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Shannon Radford

Director of Wellness, PVN

With over 20 years of experience in the health and fitness industry, Shannon Radford is a passionate advocate for helping residents maintain their independence and quality of life for as long as possible. She began her career in cardiac rehabilitation before transitioning to the world of senior living.

As Director of Wellness at PVN, Shannon has dramatically expanded the fitness and wellness program: from just three group exercise classes per week in independent living to over 75 classes weekly across the entire campus. She spearheaded the “Get Fit” program, which provides residents with individualized cognitive and exercise maintenance plans, as well as personal training services.

Shannon oversees the Jim and Bess Blanchette Lifestyle Fitness Center, the Lifestyle Spa, salons, and medical clinic. Her commitment to high-quality service is evident across all levels of care, including Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Skilled Nursing. Her leadership has earned PVN significant accolades, including the 2019 ICAA NuStep Pinnacle Award for being a Top 5 Wellness Program in North America and the 2020 LeadingAge Texas Innovative Care and Services Award, the American Heart Association’s Healthy Living Certification, and the Certified Parkinson’s Disease Care Community Certification. Shannon herself was recognized at the 2016 Each Moment Matters Luncheon for her dedication to serving others.

Shannon holds a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from Texas A&M University, focusing on Applied Exercise Physiology. She is a Certified Personal Trainer through NASM and holds numerous group exercise certifications, including RYT 200-hour yoga, water fitness, Spinning, and TRX suspension training. She is also a Certified Alzheimer’s Disease Care Trainer, Certified Dementia Practitioner, and a Certified Assistant Living Manager.

While her leadership role keeps her busy, Shannon remains actively involved on campus, teaching a few fitness classes each week to build connections with residents. Outside of PVN, she enjoys an active lifestyle with her husband, two teenagers, and yellow lab, Buck.

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