IST2025 is off to the USA, get on board!

Our tour begins in New York City, home to iconic landmarks, world-class museums, bustling markets, luxury shopping and an electrifying cultural scene. Settle into your stylish room at the Public Hotel on the Lower East Side or start exploring. We’re curating an optional tour schedule for your first day, giving you the chance to explore. In the evening, join us for drinks on the Public Hotel rooftop, where you can soak in breathtaking views of the skyline while meeting fellow delegates over cocktails.

Visit:
Optional program in development
Eat:
Public Hotel — welcome cocktail party
Sleep:
Public Hotel

Today, we take a deep dive into senior living innovation in New York City, exploring how Sunrise Living adapts its model across different communities. We begin with The Apsley, a newly developed luxury senior living community and we’ll also visit Battery Park, an established Sunrise Living community. We’ll also hear from the American Seniors Housing Association and meet with the New York Department for the Aging to learn about Naturally Occurring Retirement Communities. This will provide a valuable overview of the key trends shaping senior living in New York. In the evening, we’ll have optional events to join or feel free to explore on your own.

Visit:
American Senior’s Housing Association
The Apsley
Battery Park
New York Department for the Aging
Eat:
Optional group dinner — Venue TBC
Sleep:
Public Hotel

Today, we venture beyond the city. We begin the day with a breakfast presentation from Perkins Eastman Architects, where we’ll dive into the latest design trends shaping senior living communities. Our next stop is Sutton Landing, a luxury rental community offering elegant villas designed for active seniors. In the afternoon, we visit Jefferson’s Ferry, a Life Plan Community with a fresh approach to contracts and long-term care. We’ll compare different senior living models and gather inspiration for the evolving landscape of retirement communities.

Visit:
Perkins Eastman Architects
Sutton Landing
Jefferson’s Ferry

Eat:
Group dinner — venue TBC

Sleep:
Public Hotel

Today, we travel from New York to Providence by bus, making key stops along the way to explore senior living design and home care integration. We meet with Bayada Home Health to learn how they seamlessly integrate home care services into senior living communities. Our next stop is at StoneRidge Senior Living, where assistance-in-living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing and rehabilitation is offered. We’ll check into The Beatrice Hotel, offering a luxurious retreat after a full day. In the evening, join an optional group dinner or explore the city’s dining scene at their own pace.

Visit:
Bayada Home Health
StoneRidge Senior Living

Eat:
Group dinner — venue TBC

Sleep:
The Beatrice Hotel

Brookdale Senior Living is one of America’s largest operators. We’ll visit their Sakonnet Bay community and also gain insights about their approach to workforce recruitment, training and retention. Next, we visit New Pond Village, a Type A Lifecare Community that offers a unique approach to senior living. Here, we’ll explore how they provide priority access to a continuum of care. This visit will provide a deeper understanding of financial and operational strategies in the senior living sector. To conclude the day, we’ll gather for a fine dining experience.

Visit:
Brookdale Sakonnet Bay
New Pond Village

Eat:
Group dinner — venue TBC

Sleep:
The Beatrice Hotel

After a busy few days, you have a free morning to explore Providence. We’ll then board the bus to Boston, with a special stop to experience one of Newport’s most iconic landmarks—The Breakers. This grand mansion offers a fascinating glimpse into Gilded Age luxury and architectural splendour. After our visit, we continue on to Boston via the scenic route enjoying the colours of the changing seasons. We’ll settle into our accommodation at The Newbury Boston, and delegates can join an optional group dinner or enjoy a free night to explore the city.

Visit:
The Breakers

Eat:
Optional group dinner — venue TBC

Sleep:
The Newbury Boston

Today is all about rest, exploration and soaking up Boston. The Newbury Boston is a beautifully restored and reimagined luxury hotel at the intersection of Newbury and Arlington Streets. A popular shopping, dining and entertainment district, Newbury Street’s beautiful 19th century brownstones are home to hundreds of retail locations and eateries. Enjoy a self-guided tour of Harvard, wander through the Museum of Fine Arts or for sports fans, experience the thrill of a baseball game at Fenway Park.

Visit:
Your choice!

Eat:
Optional group dinner — venue TBC

Sleep:
The Newbury Boston

We explore forward-thinking approaches to ageing, community living and sustainability. Our first stop is NewBridge on the Charles, a pioneering intergenerational campus. We’ll gain insight into their sustainability initiatives and how they foster an inclusive environment. Next, we visit Beacon Hill Village, a trailblazer in ageing in place. Finally, we’ll engage with experts at the MIT AgeLab, where cutting-edge research is shaping the future of caregiving, well-being, retirement and longevity planning. Enjoy a group dinner this evening.

Visit:
NewBridge on the Charles
Beacon Hill Village
MIT AgeLab

Eat:
Group dinner — venue TBC

Sleep:
The Newbury Boston

Today, we leave the historic streets of Boston and set our sights on the Pacific Northwest. A cross-country flight will take us to Seattle, known for its innovation, stunning waterfront and rich cultural scene. Settle into your room at 1 Hotel Seattle and then we’ll regroup to hear from Concierge Care Advisors prior to enjoying a group dinner. Concierge Care Advisors support over 2,000 seniors across Washington state. They’ll provide valuable perspectives on navigating senior living options and the role of technology in enhancing care and independence.

Visit:
Concierge Care Advisors

Eat:
Optional group dinner — venue TBC

Sleep:
1 Hotel Seattle

Today we visit Bayview Seattle, a dynamic senior living community. We’ll start with a panel discussion featuring the leadership team, then Bayview residents will guide us on tours, sharing their firsthand experiences. Next, we visit  Era Living’s Aljoya Thornton Place, a vibrant community where village charm meets contemporary living. We will also visit Aegis Madison, which showcases innovative thinking around Memory Care. In the evening, we’ll have a memorable farewell dinner, celebrating the friendships, insights and inspiration we’ve all gained. Tomorrow, delegates can depart from Seattle or extend their stay to explore the city.

Visit:
Bayview Seattle
Aegis Madison
Aljoya Thornton Place

Eat:
Final group dinner — venue TBC

Sleep:
1 Hotel Seattle