Orlando played host to roughly 1,000 long-term care professionals who came together for an industry conference aimed at recognizing accomplishments, sharpening skills, and building community within the field.
The event brought together a wide cross-section of practitioners and administrators working in long-term and post-acute medical care — a sector that plays an outsized role in Florida, given the state's large and growing senior population.
Organizers framed the gathering as both a professional development opportunity and a moment of collective recognition for those who work in a demanding but essential area of healthcare.
Conferences like this one reflect Florida's continued prominence as a hub for healthcare industry events, particularly those focused on elder and long-term care services.
This story was originally reported by Florida Politics.
