Early Bird Registration is Now Open!
The Tennessee Federation for the Aging (TFA) Conference Committee is excited to announce that Early Bird registration is officially open for the 2026 TFA Conference: “Uniting Tennessee for Inclusive Aging” on October 26-29, 2026, at the Park Vista Hotel in Gatlinburg. This email is very detailed and includes important information that you must consider before completing your registration.
We are excited to again use the Whova App, which is pronounced “Hoo-va”. This interactive app allows you to select the sessions that you would like to attend and place them on your personal agenda with reminders (if selected). It also allows you to interact with speakers, exhibitors, and, of course, other attendees. We hope that you will take full advantage.
Partnerships
Our conference would not be possible without the amazing support of our partners who provide valuable resources and information in our exhibit area throughout the conference.
There’s still time to be a partner of TFA! Please review the below Partnership Packet and sign up today!
The deadline for signing up as a partner is August 15, 2026.
For more information, or if you have any questions, please reach out to Cynthia Balfour at [email protected].
Thank you to our Major Partners:
Conference Registration
The registration rates for this year’s conference are as follows:
Early Bird – Ends August 31, 2026.
When registering as an active member, you must enter your email address to remove the below prompt:
This ticket has restrictions
You must be an active member at time of registration, and your membership must remain active through October 31, 2026.
Not an active TFA Member? - Join or Renew Today!
Attendees who are not receiving a scholarship and who are not affiliated with a partnership must register for the conference using the appropriate link below (Active Members or Future Members).
Active Members Register Here
If you are not an active member, please consider joining or renewing as a member. If you don’t wish to join at this time, please register as a future member of TFA through the link below.
Future TFA Members Register Here
Conference Payments:
The Whova App accepts credit cards only (Visa, Mastercard, American Express, or Discover). Please pay with a credit card at time of registration.
What if I can’t pay with a credit card?
If you are unable to pay with a credit card, you may pay with a check. Please know:
Need an invoice?
If you need an invoice for conference registration or conference partnership, please complete the Request for Conference Invoice form and one will be sent to you via email.
Request A Conference Invoice - Click Here
Hotel Accommodations
Below are the details needed to make your hotel room reservation.
Park Vista Room Reservations - Click Here
Anyone interested in receiving Continuing Education Units (CEUs) for the conference must indicate which CEU category they would like to receive during registration. TFA will be applying for the following CEUs for this year’s conference:
Dietary Restrictions
If you require special food accommodation, please be sure to indicate so on your registration form using the options provided.
Ripley’s Aquarium
This year we are going to enjoy an evening at the Ripley’s Aquarium in Gatlinburg. We feel like this will be a perfect way to enjoy an evening after a full day of our 2026 Tennessee Federation for the Aging Conference sessions. One ticket is included with your full conference registration, or a guest ticket can be purchased at a cost of $50 for any person who is not attending the full conference. All guest tickets must be purchased by October 12th. Tickets will NOT be sold at the door for this event.
Purchase Guest Ripley’s Aquarium Tickets and Guest Meals Here
Frequently Asked Questions:
Question: Can my organization still be a Partner for the TFA “Uniting Tennessee for Inclusive Aging” Conference?
Answer: Absolutely! Please review and complete the attached Partnership Packet and follow the instructions on the forms. We’re happy to assist you as needed.
Question: Is my membership considered active?
Answer: If your membership is current through October 31, 2026, your membership is considered “Active”.
Question: How would I know if my TFA membership is active?
Answer: If you attempt to register on the Active Members registration link and it tells you that you are unable to register, it means that TFA has not received/processed your membership or renewal. Please contact Cynthia Balfour at [email protected] for
more information.
Question: If I learn that I am unable to attend the conference after registering, can I receive a refund?
Answer: No. Unfortunately, we cannot provide refunds. However, you may transfer the conference registration to another individual by emailing Cynthia Balfour at [email protected] with your original confirmation along with the Name and unique
individual email address for the person who is to receive the transferred registration. This must be completed via email before October 12, 2026. Scholarship registrations are not transferable.
Question: If I am a speaker at a conference breakout session, do I need to register for the full conference?
Answer: If you intend to attend part or all the conference aside from your breakout session, you must register accordingly.
If you intend to only present at your breakout session and not attend part or the rest of the conference, then you do not need to register for the full conference.
Question: What if my partner/spouse/friend will be joining me in Gatlinburg but will not be registering or attending the conference? Can they eat with me during conference dining opportunities?
Answer: Yes. You will need to purchase a Guest Meal Ticket for each guest. This does not include the Ripley’s Aquarium. You will also need to purchase a Ripley’s Aquarium ticket for each guest desiring to attend. The link to purchase these tickets is above.
Question: I sent my renewal information and payment or my new member information and payment, but I cannot register as an Active Member. What do I do?
Answer: Contact Cynthia Balfour at [email protected] or April Merritts at [email protected] for assistance.
Question: Are scholarships still available?
Answer: Unfortunately, the deadline to apply for scholarships has passed.
For more information on the conference or our organization, please visit the TFA website at http://www.tnfederationfortheaging.org/. We look forward to seeing you all in Gatlinburg in October!
The Tennessee Federation for the Aging (TFA) Conference Committee is excited to announce that Early Bird registration is officially open for the 2026 TFA Conference: “Uniting Tennessee for Inclusive Aging” on October 26-29, 2026, at the Park Vista Hotel in Gatlinburg. This email is very detailed and includes important information that you must consider before completing your registration.
We are excited to again use the Whova App, which is pronounced “Hoo-va”. This interactive app allows you to select the sessions that you would like to attend and place them on your personal agenda with reminders (if selected). It also allows you to interact with speakers, exhibitors, and, of course, other attendees. We hope that you will take full advantage.
Partnerships
Our conference would not be possible without the amazing support of our partners who provide valuable resources and information in our exhibit area throughout the conference.
There’s still time to be a partner of TFA! Please review the below Partnership Packet and sign up today!
The deadline for signing up as a partner is August 15, 2026.
For more information, or if you have any questions, please reach out to Cynthia Balfour at [email protected].
Thank you to our Major Partners:
Conference Registration
The registration rates for this year’s conference are as follows:
Early Bird – Ends August 31, 2026.
- $325 - TFA Active Member
- $475 - Non-TFA Member (Future TFA Member)
- $375 - TFA Member
- $575 - Non-TFA Member
- $225 - College Students (with Current ID)
- $250 - Single-Day Rate (Monday)
- $250 - Single-Day Rate (Tuesday)
- $250 - Guest Meal Plan
- $50 - Guest Ripley’s Aquarium Ticket
When registering as an active member, you must enter your email address to remove the below prompt:
This ticket has restrictions
You must be an active member at time of registration, and your membership must remain active through October 31, 2026.
Not an active TFA Member? - Join or Renew Today!
- Attached is a membership brochure. Please join or renew today. Note: Processing memberships take approximately 5-7 business days, and the member rate will not be available until the membership is processed. The last day to receive checks for membership is October 12, 2026.
- The last day to register for the conference is October 16, 2026. We will not accept registrations after this day! Please take advantage of the early bird rates and, if you are not an active TFA member, please consider joining or renewing to receive the registration discount.
Attendees who are not receiving a scholarship and who are not affiliated with a partnership must register for the conference using the appropriate link below (Active Members or Future Members).
Active Members Register Here
If you are not an active member, please consider joining or renewing as a member. If you don’t wish to join at this time, please register as a future member of TFA through the link below.
Future TFA Members Register Here
Conference Payments:
The Whova App accepts credit cards only (Visa, Mastercard, American Express, or Discover). Please pay with a credit card at time of registration.
What if I can’t pay with a credit card?
If you are unable to pay with a credit card, you may pay with a check. Please know:
- Check payments must be received prior to registering for the conference. The last day to receive checks to guarantee your registration is October 12, 2026.
- Once TFA receives the check payment, TFA will provide you with a registration code for you and/or your attendees to register.
- Please remember the time that it takes to receive checks via The United States Postal Service. Please consider Priority Mail options if mailing a check in October.
- Please make sure you include the names and unique email addresses of all attendees registering with the check.
- All payments (other than credit cards) must be received by October 12, 2026, to ensure that your attendees are able to register before October 16th.
- Remember Early Bird prices end on August 31, 2026, at 11:59 PM.
- Please mail names and unique individual email addresses along with the check to:
- Payment no later than October 12, 2026.
- Please contact Angie Scott Beach at [email protected] with any questions.
Need an invoice?
If you need an invoice for conference registration or conference partnership, please complete the Request for Conference Invoice form and one will be sent to you via email.
Request A Conference Invoice - Click Here
Hotel Accommodations
Below are the details needed to make your hotel room reservation.
Park Vista Room Reservations - Click Here
- Dates Available: October 26-31, 2026
- Code: TNA
- Rate: $110.00
- Cut off for reservations: 09/25/2026 at 11:59 pm EST
- Parking: $15.00/Night (This fee is added as an incidental to the room. Inform the registration staff if you are not parking onsite for the conference.)
Anyone interested in receiving Continuing Education Units (CEUs) for the conference must indicate which CEU category they would like to receive during registration. TFA will be applying for the following CEUs for this year’s conference:
- ACLF Home for the Aged
- General Attendance Certificate
- Guardianship
- Social Work
Dietary Restrictions
If you require special food accommodation, please be sure to indicate so on your registration form using the options provided.
Ripley’s Aquarium
This year we are going to enjoy an evening at the Ripley’s Aquarium in Gatlinburg. We feel like this will be a perfect way to enjoy an evening after a full day of our 2026 Tennessee Federation for the Aging Conference sessions. One ticket is included with your full conference registration, or a guest ticket can be purchased at a cost of $50 for any person who is not attending the full conference. All guest tickets must be purchased by October 12th. Tickets will NOT be sold at the door for this event.
Purchase Guest Ripley’s Aquarium Tickets and Guest Meals Here
Frequently Asked Questions:
Question: Can my organization still be a Partner for the TFA “Uniting Tennessee for Inclusive Aging” Conference?
Answer: Absolutely! Please review and complete the attached Partnership Packet and follow the instructions on the forms. We’re happy to assist you as needed.
Question: Is my membership considered active?
Answer: If your membership is current through October 31, 2026, your membership is considered “Active”.
Question: How would I know if my TFA membership is active?
Answer: If you attempt to register on the Active Members registration link and it tells you that you are unable to register, it means that TFA has not received/processed your membership or renewal. Please contact Cynthia Balfour at [email protected] for
more information.
Question: If I learn that I am unable to attend the conference after registering, can I receive a refund?
Answer: No. Unfortunately, we cannot provide refunds. However, you may transfer the conference registration to another individual by emailing Cynthia Balfour at [email protected] with your original confirmation along with the Name and unique
individual email address for the person who is to receive the transferred registration. This must be completed via email before October 12, 2026. Scholarship registrations are not transferable.
Question: If I am a speaker at a conference breakout session, do I need to register for the full conference?
Answer: If you intend to attend part or all the conference aside from your breakout session, you must register accordingly.
If you intend to only present at your breakout session and not attend part or the rest of the conference, then you do not need to register for the full conference.
Question: What if my partner/spouse/friend will be joining me in Gatlinburg but will not be registering or attending the conference? Can they eat with me during conference dining opportunities?
Answer: Yes. You will need to purchase a Guest Meal Ticket for each guest. This does not include the Ripley’s Aquarium. You will also need to purchase a Ripley’s Aquarium ticket for each guest desiring to attend. The link to purchase these tickets is above.
Question: I sent my renewal information and payment or my new member information and payment, but I cannot register as an Active Member. What do I do?
Answer: Contact Cynthia Balfour at [email protected] or April Merritts at [email protected] for assistance.
Question: Are scholarships still available?
Answer: Unfortunately, the deadline to apply for scholarships has passed.
For more information on the conference or our organization, please visit the TFA website at http://www.tnfederationfortheaging.org/. We look forward to seeing you all in Gatlinburg in October!
| 2026 TFA Partnership Packet |