The Inaugural AgeTech SF Hackathon
Caregiving is one of the fastest-growing societal challenges—and a ripe arena for AI and human-centered design to make a practical difference. This hackathon focuses on supporting middle-income families—those too “rich” for public benefits yet unable to afford full private care—who are navigating long-term care for older adults.
We’ll gather designers, engineers, data scientists, clinicians, founders, and operators to prototype real solutions that help caregivers and older adults thrive.
Challenge Themes
Projects will address practical pain points across the caregiving journey, including:
Finding and accessing trustworthy care
Translating complex options and costs into a clear care roadmap
Connecting caregivers with local organizations and mutual-aid networks
Sustaining caregiver wellbeing while managing daily routines
Designing joyful, accessible experiences for aging in place
** The specific topic will be announced on Friday night. We'll also send you a Luma message so you can get started as soon as you'd like.
What to Expect
Hands-on innovation: Collaborate in cross-functional teams to build prototypes that solve real problems.
Mentorship: Guidance from leading founders, providers, investors, and AgeTech/longevity experts.
Community: Connect with passionate, action-driven participants across tech, healthcare, and design.
Prizes: We'll announce them on Saturday!
Schedule
Friday, October 17th
6:00PM - 8:00PM - Evening mixer and Hackathon topic reveal @ Frontier Tower
Saturday, October 18th
Hackathon Schedule (NOTE: Doors close at 9:30am)
8:30-9am Light breakfast & meet your team
9am-9:30am Welcome/kick-off (team matching for people who don't have teams)
9:30am-12:30pm Team build time
12:30pm-1pm Lunch
1pm-4pm Team Build time
4pm-5pm Team demos
5pm-5:30pm Judge deliberation
5:30pm Winners announced
5:30 pm - 6 pm Networking
*** We encourage you to arrive on time to respect your team members and make the most of the hackathon. If you need to arrive late, please reach out to the host.
Only registered and approved participants will be allowed to enter the venue for security reasons. ***
Impact
Jumpstart projects that grow beyond the event
Explore micro-funding and pilot opportunities with experienced founders and providers
This is your opportunity to build impactful solutions that will define the next generation of aging and longevity. Register now!
Your hosts:
AgeTech SF
We are an action-driven community of intentional innovators, operators, academics, and investors leveraging technology to create impact for aging communities. We empower collaboration to tackle tough challenges in the Bay Area and beyond.
Institute on Aging (IOA)
Institute on Aging is dedicated to helping older adults and adults with disabilities maintain health, independence, and connection. Through programs like the 24/7 Friendship Line, in-home care, dementia and caregiver support, and the PACE model, IOA delivers compassionate, holistic support centered on dignity and belonging.
This event is sponsored by:
Institute on Aging
Lovable
THANK YOU for your support!