Every Seven Seconds a boomer becomes a senior in this Country. It is incredible to think that in just a few short years, there will be more seniors in our province than children under 15. Join us as we help you prepare for this "grey wave".

The good news is that older people are healthier than ever before, and more are reaching an older age. Improvements in science and public health have led to increased life expectancy. Chronic disability rates among the 65-plus age group are falling. Seniors are living longer - and healthier - than ever before.

It is with great pleasure that we invite you to the Grand River Region and to the City of Guelph, as you attend this year's OACAO Education Forum and Tradeshow.

Our education program this year will capture topics within four broad themes: The Politics of Aging, The Community and Aging, Health and Aging, and Critical Issues in Aging. We believe we have put together an excellent roster of education sessions for our delegates and your participation.

As you browse through the next few pages of this website, I hope you find the information interesting and appealing. By registering for the Education Forum and Tradeshow, each one of you will take away with you something new, something fresh, and continue to do what you do so well and that is…making a difference everyday to older adult programs and services in this province.

Sincerely,
Chris Zamin
OACAO 2010 Conference Chair
czamin@get.on.ca