11:00 a.m-12:30 p.m

17-D. Embracing Meaning and Purpose to Build Community

Older people without purpose are at a higher risk for health challenges, loss of social connection, and diminished chances for happiness. Employees without purpose are more stressed, less productive, and more likely to leave their jobs. The good news is that more leaders, team members, and older adults are seeking ways to live purposefully. The information presented in this session could help your organization make that possible. Presenters will define what purpose is and explore how it can intentionally drive community building within your organization. They’ll also identify practical steps you can take to prioritize purpose and increase engagement. You’ll hear how one provider positioned itself as a Purpose Center of Excellence by infusing purpose across the employee and resident experience.

• Anna Hall, Founder, The Purpose Equation
• Anita Holt, President/CEO, The Forest at Duke