Caregiving Conference 2026
About the Conference

A Landmark Conference to Introduce the Program

The Program for the Study and Support of Caregivers at Weill Cornell Medicine is the first of its kind within a U.S. medical school. It leverages the multidisciplinary expertise of scientists, clinicians, and educators to address the most pressing topics and knowledge gaps in the field of caregiving today.

In keeping with this mission, the Inaugural Conference of the Program for the Study and Support of Caregivers will convene a multidisciplinary group of social scientists, health professionals, and educators to learn about the Program’s vision and initiatives, organized around its three core pillars: Discover, Care, Teach.

The Program for the Study and Support of Caregivers is generously supported by the Hearst Foundation. To learn more, visit: geriatrics-palliative.weill.cornell.edu/research/caregiving 

Secure your in-person place at the Inaugural Conference of the Program for the Study and Support of Caregivers on October 22, 2026. Space is limited; registration required by October 8, 2026.

Conference Agenda

The conference program is designed around the Program’s core pillars — Discover, Care, Teach — featuring presentations, panels, and networking opportunities.

Time

Agenda

Description

11:30am

Arrival & Lunch

12:00pm

Welcome & Program Overview

Introduction to the Program for the Study and Support of Caregivers: vision, leadership, and strategic direction

12:30pm

Keynote Address

Dr. Laura Gitlin, Drexel University College of Nursing and Health Professions

1:30pm

Pilot Program Awardee Presentations

Highlights from the Program’s inaugural cohort of funded investigators and their caregiving research initiatives

2:30pm

Panel Discussions

Breakout sessions: scientific discovery, clinical care, community partnerships, education & training

4:30pm

Networking Reception

Secure your in-person place at the Inaugural Conference of the Program for the Study and Support of Caregivers on October 22, 2026. Space is limited; registration required by October 8, 2026.

Keynote Speaker
Laura N. Gitlin

Laura N. Gitlin, PhD

Dean Emerita and Distinguished University Professor
Drexel University College of Nursing and Health Professions

Laura N. Gitlin, PhD, FGSA, FAAN is internationally and national ranked among the top social scientists. She is an intervention scientist, dean emerita, and a distinguished professor in the College of Nursing and Health Professions, Drexel University. She also is co-founder and chief scientific officer of Plans4Care, Inc, a company developing digital solutions for family caregivers and health professionals. She is the author/co-author of over 550 scientific publications and seven books. Her recent co-authored, Handbook of Intervention Science: From Design to Implementation (Academic Press), was reviewed as "lifting intervention science to new heights".  Her numerous proven programs, measures and books are translated into different languages and used worldwide.

Secure your in-person place at the Inaugural Conference of the Program for the Study and Support of Caregivers on October 22, 2026. Space is limited; registration required by October 8, 2026.

Who Should Attend

Intended Audience

This conference is designed for social and behavioral scientists, health professionals, community leaders, educators, clinician-researchers, and others committed to advancing the science and practice of caregiving. Participants will gain insight into the Program’s work and emerging opportunities for collaboration.

Questions?

Please contact us at AgingBehavioralRsrch@med.cornell.edu

Secure your in-person place at the Inaugural Conference of the Program for the Study and Support of Caregivers on October 22, 2026. Space is limited; registration required by October 8, 2026.

Registration

Secure your in-person place at the Inaugural Conference of the Program for the Study and Support of Caregivers on October 22, 2026. Space is limited; registration required by October 8, 2026.

Questions?

Please contact us at AgingBehavioralRsrch@med.cornell.edu

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