Inspire Positive Aging Awards

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2026 Luncheon Highlights

This celebration of our Inspire Positive Aging Awards reflects what’s possible when community, compassion, and courage come together to honor and uplift older adults across Western Washington.

a woman stands and smiles in a crowded room
a group of people around a table smile toward the camera
a mother and son smile for the camera in front of a Sound Generations backdrop
a man smiles behind the podium
three people, two of them greeting each other with a handshake
an older woman holding flowers and a microphone

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If you have questions about 2027 award nominations, please reach out to Kaitlyn at kaitlyn.redwood@soundgenerations.org.

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About the Awards

The Inspire Positive Aging Awards is one of the largest award ceremonies recognizing the achievements of older adults in the country. In the past two decades, we’ve celebrated the achievements of over 550 older adults in Western Washington.

To be eligible, a person has to 1) be age 60 years or older, 2) live in Western Washington, and 3) inspire you.

Inspiration blooms as older adults share their stories across six categories:

  • Advocacy & Activism – someone committed to advancing their community through positive change
  • Community Service – someone who contributes time and energy to helping others
  • Defining Inspiration – someone whose attributes have inspired and touched you in a unique way
  • Health & Wellness – someone who promotes healthy living and inspires you to do the same
  • Intergenerational Impact – someone who works to improve the lives of people of all ages
  • Lifelong Learning – someone who inspires you to broaden your horizons
Janet Preston, 71 Advocacy & Activism co-recipient with Claudia Webb, 2017 IPAA Judge

Past IPAA Recipients and Nominees

Since 2006, the IPAA Luncheon has honored and recognized hundreds of nominees and stellar award recipients, chosen by a panel of board members, staff, and members of the community.

Meet our past Inspire Positive Aging Awards recipients and nominees.