Speaker
Jack York

Session Details

WELCOME & OPENING KEYNOTE: The Wisdom on Wheels Journey: A Nationwide 5 Year Quest to Capture the Hearts and Minds of the Greatest Generation

Date: Saturday, August 23, 2025
Time: 8:30 am

In a world dealing with never ending stress and constant change, there is immense value in connecting with older adults who have lived long, meaningful lives. “The Wisdom on Wheels Journey” is an engaging and heartwarming presentation highlighting the lessons learned criss-crossing the country throughout the last 5 years. Through hundreds of personal interviews of older adults and caregivers, the session reminds the audience why they got into the profession of working with the Greatest Generation, and the importance in allowing these remarkable older adults to be heard. This generation will never be recreated, their legacies must be captured. You will laugh, you will cry, and you will reflect on the treasures living quietly inside of our country. Individuals highlighted and interviewed all have their own journeys. Stories of accomplished heroes and quiet introverts. People in remarkably good shape in their 100’s, and people tiptoeing down the dementia path. A myriad of perspectives and upbringings that truly represent the country, but common themes are presented that lead to rich lives. Session Overview: “The Wisdom on Wheels Journey” is a one-of-a-kind session that encapsulates the essence of adventure, human connection, and storytelling. This session will present the idea and purpose of the journey, and discuss the lessons learned of resiliency, joy, gratitude and faith among the elders interviewed. In conclusion, “The Wisdom on Wheels Journey” is a powerful message to deliver to anyone working, or living, with older adults. By sharing this heartwarming and enlightening journey, we hope to inspire individuals to capture the stories of the elders they work with. Join us in our mission to preserve the stories that have shaped our world, one conversation at a time.