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What is ASHA?

The American Seniors Housing Association (ASHA) is the nation’s premier organization for executives in the seniors living industry. Our mission is to equip members with the resources and insights they need to serve their clients at the highest level—and to move seniors living forward.

To fulfill that mission, we sponsor industry-leading conferences and networking events, conduct pathbreaking research, educate consumers, and advocate for policies that protect and advance the interests for our members. When you join ASHA, you become part of a diverse community of accomplished and influential professionals dedicated to improving the lives of older people and their families.

ASHA is the industry thought-leader promoting quality and innovation, advancing industry knowledge through research, exchanging strategic business information, and influencing legislative and regulatory matters.

Upcoming Meetings

ASHA membership grants you access to some of the most knowledgeable and experienced executives in senior living, with events that bring incredible value, and high-impact organization for industry leaders. 

June 16, 2026 to June 17, 2026

2026 Mid-Year Meeting

Meritage Resort & Spa, Napa, CA

Join us June 16-17 for our 2026 Mid-Year Meeting, which will take place at the Meritage Resort & Spa in Napa, CA.

ASHA’s Mid-Year Meeting is open to the Executive Board and Advisory Committee level members as well as those in the Rising Leaders program. If you are an Associate level member and are interested in upgrading your membership in order to participate, please contact Megs Bertoni at [email protected].

Only ASHA members may participate in our conferences.

September 23, 2026 to September 24, 2026

2026 Chairman’s Circle Event

Park Hyatt, Washington, DC

Join us September 23-24 for our 2026 Chairman’s Circle Event which will take place at the Park Hyatt, Washington, DC..

ASHA’s Chairman’s Circle Event is an exclusive meeting for those members who make a personal contribution at the Chairman’s Circle level ($2,500 – $5,000) for the 2026 Seniors Housing PAC campaign.

For questions about the event or to make a pledge / contribution, please contact Sheff Richey at [email protected].

October 20, 2026 to October 20, 2026

2026 Rising Leaders Dinner

Joe’s Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab, Chicago, IL

Exclusive event for participants of the Rising Leaders Program. To inquire about the program, please contact Megs Bertoni ([email protected]) for questions about the Rising Leaders Program. Additional details about this event will be available soon.

Member News

The research we produce sheds valuable light on the needs and attitudes of your prospects, residents, and their families. It also gives you a glimpse of where our industry is headed.

ASHA Joins Real Estate Coalition Urging Passage of Housing for the 21st Century Act

On February 6, ASHA joined with 11 other real estate associations in a letter to Congress urging the passage of the Housing for the 21st Century Act.

Click here for the letter.

ASHA Sponsorships

ASHA greatly appreciates the support of its many sponsors, who in turn benefit through the good will and added visibility generated by event and research sponsorships. Check out some of our recent sponsors