Speaking

Championing science, stories, and solutions.

From keynote addresses to intimate community talks, Rachel Pruchno blends breakthrough research with lived experience to inspire, educate, and transform the way we think about aging and mental illness.

Whether she’s standing before national policymakers, health professionals, or caregiving families, Dr. Rachel Pruchno brings clarity, compassion, and credibility to every stage.

Drawing from decades of research and her own personal journey, Rachel’s talks strike a balance between evidence-based insight and deeply human storytelling. She doesn’t just present information. She connects, inspires, and mobilizes.

Popular Speaking Topics Include:

  • Successful aging (and why it’s not what you think)

  • What the oldest Americans teach us about aging successfully

  • How mental illness impacts families, and how to help

  • Destigmatizing mental illness through narrative and science

  • The intersection of research, storytelling, and public policy

  • Boomers and Beyond

Rachel has spoken to:

  • Academic institutions

  • Aging and healthcare organizations

  • Mental health conferences

  • Government agencies and policy forums

  • Caregiving networks and advocacy groups

  • Groups of community laypeople and religious organizations

 

Interested in booking Rachel to speak?

Whether you're hosting a panel, podcast, summit, or keynote, Rachel customizes each talk to resonate with your audience.

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