Center for Healthcare Innovation

09/04/2026

We are proud to announce Julius Pryor III as host of CHI’s 14th Annual Health Equity Symposium.

With this year’s theme, “Building Communities of Resources,” Julius will lead a meaningful conversation about the partnerships, pathways, and practical resources needed to advance health equity and strengthen communities.

Join the Center for Healthcare Innovation, healthcare professionals, researchers, advocates, and community leaders for two days of learning, connection, and action.

October 29–30
9 AM–5 PM CST
The Special Exhibits Gallery, The Obama Presidential Center, Chicago

Be part of the dialogue on health equity. Learn more and purchase tickets at chisite.org/events-all/symposium26 or scan the QR code on the graphic.

09/03/2026

Two tickets. One powerful opportunity to advance health equity. 🎟️

For a limited time, our 2-for-1 ticket deal gives you two tickets for the price of one at the CHI member rate.

Join CHI’s 14th Annual Health Equity Symposium on October 29–30, from 9 AM–5 PM CST, at The Special Exhibits Gallery, The Obama Presidential Center.

Planning to attend virtually? Virtual attendees will get a first look at how they can continue the conversation beyond the symposium and engage with healthcare leaders after the event. Visit the symposium event page to explore virtual access and secure your tickets.

The special sale ends Sunday, September 6. Next week, there will be another 2-for-1 sale: but at the regular ticket price. Purchase now to take advantage of this limited CHI member-rate offer.

Learn more and purchase tickets: chisite.org/events-all/symposium26

09/03/2026

09/02/2026

The virtual access pass is more than a livestream: it is your opportunity to stay connected to the health equity conversation beyond the symposium.

Join the Center for Healthcare Innovation for our 14th Annual Health Equity Symposium on October 29–30, from 9 AM–5 PM CST. Virtual attendees will receive the first look at how they can continue the conversation after the event and engage with CHI’s healthcare leaders.

Your virtual access pass will include exclusive content created specifically for online participants, access to special panels, and opportunities to network nationally with healthcare professionals, researchers, advocates, and community leaders through virtual breakout rooms. The symposium will also be streamed live from the CHI website, making it possible to participate wherever you are.

Visit chisite.org/events-all/symposium26 to purchase your virtual access pass and join us online. If you are in Chicago, we also welcome you to attend in person at The Special Exhibits Gallery, The Obama Presidential Center.

Be part of the dialogue, build meaningful connections, and help advance action toward a more equitable future.

09/01/2026

We are proud to announce Ricki Fairley as the Day 2 Closing Keynote Speaker for CHI’s 14th Annual Health Equity Symposium.

Ricki is the co-founder and CEO of TOUCH, The Black Breast Cancer Alliance, and a stage 3A triple-negative breast cancer survivor. Her lived experience and leadership have fueled a powerful commitment to advancing Black breast cancer awareness, increasing representation in oncology clinical trials, and addressing the racial disparities that continue to affect health outcomes.

Through advocacy, education, and action, Ricki is helping build a more equitable future for patients and communities: and we are honored to welcome her to this year’s symposium.

Join us October 29–30, from 9 AM–5 PM CST, at The Special Exhibits Gallery, The Obama Presidential Center, for meaningful conversations and actionable insights focused on building communities of resources.

Learn more and register at chisite.org/events-all/symposium26 or scan the QR code in the graphic.

08/26/2026

Join CBA at the 2nd Annual Chicago Brain Health Summit!

Saturday, September 19, 2026
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
The Kroc Center Chicago

Free to attend! There will be expert sessions on brain health and wellness, Alzheimer's disease and prevention education, community organizations and local vendors.

Thank you to our community partners for your collaboration: Diverse Research Now , Rush Alzheimer’s Disease Center, NANCY'S HOME CARE AGENCY, LLC, Healthy Aging & Alzheimer's Research Care - HAARC Center, Center for Healthcare Innovation, Regal Care Inc.

08/16/2026

Sponsor Spotlight: Center for Healthcare Innovation ! We’re pleased to have the Center for Health Innovation joining us for our 5th Annual Senior Health Fair. Stop by their table to learn more about their health-focused programs and services.

Thank you, Center for Health Innovation, for being a sponsor of our 5th Annual Senior Health Fair! Joshua Travis, Community Advocate

08/16/2026

You're Invited to our 5th Annual Senior Health Fair! 🩺💚
This free event is packed with opportunities to take charge of your health and connect with local support services.
✅ Health Screenings
💉 Shingles Vaccines
🩺 Wellness & Blood Pressure Checks
❤️ Heart & Kidney Screenings
🏋️‍♀️ Fitness Demonstrations
🎟️ Raffles
🍽️ Free Lunch
…and so much more!
You'll also have the chance to meet local resource vendors ready to share helpful tools, services, and information for healthy aging.
Whether you're coming to get screened, stay active, or just enjoy lunch and connect with others. This event has something for every senior!
Don’t miss out! Your health is worth it!
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08/02/2026