Age Well: “Aging in America” — Film Screening & Live Conversation

Program No. 25722RJ

Date and Time

Join us on Thursday, May 21, 2026, at 2 p.m. (ET)/ 11 a.m. (PT) for a free film screening followed by a live conversation with its producers Ken Dychtwald and Neil Steinberg.

Americans are living longer than ever before, but longer life does not always mean better life. As healthcare advances and lifespans extend, many families are asking difficult questions about affordability, caregiving, ageism and quality of life. In partnership with The John A. Hartford Foundation, join us for this special screening of “Aging in America: Survive or Thrive,” a PBS documentary narrated by Martin Sheen and based on Dr. Robert Butler’s Pulitzer Prize-winning book, “Why Survive?”. This thoughtful film explores the challenges and opportunities of aging in the United States today. Following our screening, we’ll enjoy a live discussion with producers Dr. Ken Dychtwald and Neil Steinberg, using questions submitted in our Q&A by participants like you.

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General Notes

This presentation is part of our “Age Well” series, designed to provide valuable insights, expert guidance, and practical tools for navigating the aging journey with confidence. Your online presentation will take place live over the course of 1-2 hours. All times are listed in the EASTERN time zone. If you live in a different time zone, please adjust your schedule accordingly. This live online experience uses Zoom Webinar, an easy-to-use web video service that includes closed captioning. All you need is an Internet connection and your computer. You will receive a confirmation email when you enroll, and a reminder email one week and one day before, as well as the morning of the event with a link and instructions on how to tune in. You will not be pictured on screen during the lecture, but you will have the opportunity to ask the instructor live questions using the Q&A box. Unless otherwise noted, all those who enroll in this program receive access to the live event as well as a recording of the lecture that you can watch any time within the two weeks following the live event.

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Ken Dychtwald

Dr. Ken Dychtwald is a gerontologist, psychologist, and best-selling author who is regarded as the foremost visionary and original thinker regarding topics surrounding aging. He founded Age Wave, an acclaimed think tank focused on the social and business implications of global aging and rising longevity. Since then, he has served as a fellow of the World Economic Forum, received the American Society on Aging Award for outstanding national leadership three times, and was featured at two White House Conferences on Aging.

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This expert may not be available for every date of the program

Date and Time

Join us on Thursday, May 21, 2026, at 2 p.m. (ET)/ 11 a.m. (PT) for a free film screening followed by a live conversation with its producers Ken Dychtwald and Neil Steinberg.

Age Well

At Road Scholar, our mission is education for older adults, but our passion is to support human flourishing in every respect. Through free online lectures, donor-supported Age Well connects you with leading experts on subjects critical to healthy aging.

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Peace of Mind

We want your Road Scholar learning adventure to be something to look forward to—not worry about. That’s why we go to the ends of the earth to give you peace of mind, from the moment you enroll until the day you return home.
Assurance Plan

Road Scholar is committed to the well-being of every participant, whether on a program in the United States or abroad. That’s why all participants are covered under our Road Scholar Assurance Plan, which provides 24-hour assistance in the event of an emergency during your program, as well as insurance for emergency medical evacuation.
Want to Protect Your Investment?

Road Scholar is pleased to offer its Trip Protection Plan as a way to protect your program investment. You may purchase this optional trip protection plan when enrolling in your program.
Sustainable Travel

We offset a portion of the emissions created by your travel. Read about our commitment to a more sustainable planet.

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