Governor's Conference on Aging

Great Northern Hotel, Helena
September 15 - 17

Since 1968, the Governor's Conference on Aging has established itself as an essential gathering for providing information and education to providers, older adults, their families, and caregivers. This conference focuses on the needs and challenges of older adults, people with disabilities, and their supporters by covering a wide array of topics related to aging and disability issues. It fosters understanding and support among attendees, aiding them in better navigating the complexities of caring for vulnerable populations and experiencing aging firsthand.

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Summit: Meeting Montana's Long-Term Challenges (Free Event)
Monday, September 15

This summit builds on the momentum from seven recent roundtable provider discussions, which focused on revitalizing Montana’s long-term care challenges. In partnership with Montana’s tribal programs, our goal is to collaboratively design and strengthen services that reflect the diverse needs of our communities.

We invite you to come prepared to engage deeply and finalize actionable strategies for supportive services and expanding access for our aging and disabled populations. Together, we can shape a more inclusive and sustainable future for long-term care in Montana.

Governor's Conference on Aging Begins
Tuesday, September 16 - Wednesday, September 17

Conference Highlights

Discussion Panels and Workshops: Sessions designed to educate and inform attendees on various aspects of aging and caregiving. These gatherings provide ample networking opportunities for for participants to engage with peers, experts, and industry leaders.

Centenarian Celebration: A special luncheon honoring Montana's centenarians, marking the significance of individuals aged 100 or older in the state. Scheduled for noon to 1:30 pm on Tuesday, Sept. 16, the event celebrates the remarkable lives and contributions of these distinguished citizens.

Silent Auction: Facilitated by the Governor's Advisory Council on Aging. This auction raises funds for the mini-grant program, which supports Montana's rural senior centers.

Lodging

Great Northern Hotel
835 Great Northern Blvd, Helena, MT 59601
(406) 457-5500
To ensure accommodations for the conference planning committee, speakers, and honored centenarian attendees (and their families), we have a limited block of rooms reserved at the Great Northern Hotel. We kindly ask all other attendees wishing to stay at this location to make their reservations independently. Guests of the hotel will enjoy a complimentary hot breakfast.

DoubleTree by Hilton Helena Downtown
22 N. Last Chance Gulch, Helena, MT 59601
(406) 443-2200 (If reserving rooms by phone, please request the Governor's Conference on Aging block of rooms)
We are pleased to offer a block of rooms at the Double Tree by Hilton Downtown. Individual reservations are required. This hotel does not offer breakfast.

Note: Reservations can be made any days from September 14 - 17. Staying the night of the 17th is not an option as the hotel is already booked. Block of rooms will expire on August 17th.

Comfort Inn and Suites
3180 Washington St, Helena, MT 59602 (9 minute drive to the conference)
(406) 495-0505 (If reserving rooms by phone, please request the Governor's Conference on Aging block of rooms)
We are pleased to offer a block of rooms at the state rate at the Comfort Inn and Suites. Individual reservations are required. This hotel features a complimentary hot breakfast buffet for guests and adheres to a 48-hour cancellation policy.

Note: Block of rooms will expire on August 10th.

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