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Top 10 Senior Care Conferences in the Southwest 2026

Senior care professionals working across Texas and the broader Southwest have a packed conference calendar heading into 2026.

Quick numbers

  • Total Senior Care conferences: 10
  • Largest city by count: Phoenix (3)
  • Tier mix: 2 Tier A / 2 Tier B / 3 Tier C / 3 Tier D
  • Price mix: 1 $ / 5 $$ / 2 $$$
  • Date range: Jan 26, 2026 to Apr 10, 2026

Breakdowns

The two tables below show the supporting distribution for this cut.

Senior Care conferences in the Southwest by month

MonthConferences
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March4
April2

Takeaways

Of the 10 Senior Care conferences in the Southwest, 2 hold a Tier A rating. Phoenix hosts the most events in this cut, with 3 on the calendar. March is the busiest month, with 4 conferences scheduled. Ticket pricing splits 1 at the $ tier and 2 at the $$$ tier, so entry costs vary widely across the set. ASHA Annual Meeting tops the Tier-ranked list, held in Phoenix. The most common stated purpose is Training / Certification, covering 8 of the 10 events in this cut. Event length averages 3.0 days across the set, with the longest running 4 days.

Ranked list

10 conferences
  1. PlatinumOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.

    ASHA Annual Meeting

    Jan 26–28, 2026Phoenix, AZ10k+ attendees$$ ticket

    Our take

    Considering 10k+ registered participants, ASHA Annual Meeting stands as a top-tier gathering for the Senior Care vertical. Registration at $$ reflects a deliberate barrier that filters for committed buyers, leading Orbital to rate it as a Platinum event drawing on multi-cycle exhibitor feedback and verified attendee role data. Operators building pipeline in the Senior Care market, this conference deserves a line item in your event budget.

  2. SilverOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.

    TAHCH Winter Conference

    Feb 18–19, 2026Fort Worth, TX<500 attendees

    Our take

    Considering <500 registered participants, TAHCH Winter Conference stands as a Silver-rated gathering for the Senior Care vertical. Exhibitors focused on the Senior Care industry, this gathering should be on your shortlist.

  3. BronzeOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.

    AxisCare EVOLVE User Conference

    Feb 22–24, 2026Austin, TX$$ ticket

    Our take

    AxisCare EVOLVE User Conference ranks solidly as an entry-level conference within the Senior Care sector. Entry at $$ suggests a filtered, high-intent room, which is why Orbital rates it at Bronze reflecting a holistic view of buyer density, lead quality, and industry footprint. Exhibitors focused on the Senior Care industry, this show belongs on any serious exhibitor's planning list.

  4. BronzeOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.

    EVOLVE AxisCare User Conference

    Feb 22–24, 2026Austin, TX

    Our take

    EVOLVE AxisCare User Conference ranks solidly as an entry-level conference within the Senior Care sector. Sales teams working the Senior Care vertical, this show deserves a line item in your event budget.

  5. PlatinumOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.

    Medtrade

    Mar 2–4, 2026Phoenix, AZ2k–5k attendees$ ticket

    Our take

    With 2k–5k industry professionals on the floor, Medtrade sits firmly as a Platinum-rated show across the Senior Care space. Ticket pricing at $ signals a serious operator audience, and our team places it among Platinum events using a framework weighted toward decision-maker access and verified exhibitor ROI. Operators building pipeline in the Senior Care space, this conference merits inclusion in your annual conference calendar.

  6. SilverOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.

    Texas New Mexico Hospice & Palliative Care Annual Conference

    Mar 4–6, 2026Round Rock, TX500–1k attendees$$ ticket

    Our take

    Considering 500–1k registered participants, Texas New Mexico Hospice & Palliative Care Annual Conference stands as a Silver-rated gathering for the Senior Care vertical. Registration at $$ reflects a deliberate barrier that filters for committed buyers, leading Orbital to rate it as a Silver event reflecting a holistic view of buyer density, lead quality, and industry footprint. Sales teams working the Senior Care industry, this show belongs on any serious exhibitor's planning list.

  7. GoldOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.

    PDC Summit

    Mar 8–11, 2026Houston, TX2k–5k attendees$$$ ticket

    Our take

    Based on 2k–5k annual attendees, PDC Summit ranks solidly as a high-value conference within the Senior Care sector. Entry at $$$ reflects a deliberate barrier that filters for committed buyers, which is why Orbital rates it at Gold using a framework weighted toward decision-maker access and verified exhibitor ROI. For teams targeting the Senior Care industry, this show merits inclusion in your annual conference calendar.

  8. GoldOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.

    Environments for Aging

    Mar 16–18, 2026Phoenix, AZ1k–2k attendees$$$ ticket

    Our take

    Considering 1k–2k registered participants, Environments for Aging stands as a Gold-rated gathering for the Senior Care vertical. Registration at $$$ points to a buyer-rich attendee base, leading Orbital to rate it as a Gold event drawing on multi-cycle exhibitor feedback and verified attendee role data. Operators building pipeline in the Senior Care market, this conference deserves a line item in your event budget.

  9. SilverOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.

    TALA Annual Conference & Industry Expo

    Apr 2–4, 2026Round Rock, TX500–1k attendees$$ ticket

    Our take

    Based on 500–1k annual attendees, TALA Annual Conference & Industry Expo ranks solidly as a reliable conference within the Senior Care sector. Entry at $$ reflects a deliberate barrier that filters for committed buyers, which is why Orbital rates it at Silver reflecting a holistic view of buyer density, lead quality, and industry footprint. Sales teams working the Senior Care market, this conference should be on your shortlist.

  10. BronzeOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.

    Texas Assisted Living Association Annual TALA Conference & Expo

    Apr 8–10, 2026Round Rock, TX500–1k attendees$$ ticket

    Our take

    Based on 500–1k annual attendees, Texas Assisted Living Association Annual TALA Conference & Expo ranks solidly as an entry-level conference within the Senior Care sector. Entry at $$ suggests a filtered, high-intent room, which is why Orbital rates it at Bronze informed by verified attendance composition, post-show exhibitor outcomes, and editorial assessment. Exhibitors focused on the Senior Care vertical, the show is worth a serious look.

Quick reference

All 10 conferences at a glance

ConferenceTier
ASHA Annual MeetingPlatinumOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.
TAHCH Winter ConferenceSilverOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.
AxisCare EVOLVE User ConferenceBronzeOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.
EVOLVE AxisCare User ConferenceBronzeOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.
MedtradePlatinumOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.
Texas New Mexico Hospice & Palliative Care Annual ConferenceSilverOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.
PDC SummitGoldOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.
Environments for AgingGoldOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.
TALA Annual Conference & Industry ExpoSilverOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.
Texas Assisted Living Association Annual TALA Conference & ExpoBronzeOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.

Frequently asked questions

How many Senior Care conferences are happening in Southwest?

There are 10 Senior Care conferences listed for Southwest in this guide. Browse the full list above to compare dates, locations, and expected attendance.

When is the biggest Senior Care event in Southwest?

ASHA Annual Meeting is one of the largest events on this list with approximately 10k+ attendees. It takes place Jan 26–28, 2026. Location: Phoenix, AZ.

What's the cheapest Senior Care conference to attend?

Medtrade has the lowest ticket price on this list ($). It's held in Phoenix, AZ. Expected attendance: approximately 2k–5k.

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