Mark your calendars: August 10 and 11, 2023
Live longer, healthier and happier ...
This conference will provide practical tools and ground-breaking information to enable the attendee to incorporate current guidelines and best practices in successful aging and wellness through interprofessional collaborative practice. Topics will include inspirational keynotes as well as multiple sessions ranging from healthy aging to coping with illness.
2023 Keynote Speakers
Concurrent Sessions
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Concurrent Session 10:30-11:30 a.m. |
Managing Money Need a plan for finances and legal documentation? This session is designed for those providing care for someone living with dementia or any chronic illness. Becky Vogel |
Matter of Balance Preventing Falls Kristin Hood |
Age-Friendly Housing: A National Perspective Discuss the importance of creating livable communities and housing options to help people of all ages thrive. Shannon Guzman |
The Sounds of Silence What does it mean to lose critical sounds and hear “nothing?" Identify how to determine what sounds are being missed and options available to assist with hearing loss. Raymond L. Furner |
Dry Needling Acupuncture Description Dr. Zach Stetter |
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Concurrent Session 12:30-1:30 p.m. |
Write this Down: Discuss what is learned in the process of helping others document their life stories. Be inspired to write your own! Martha Rasche |
How Do I Hear Thee? Identify the types and causes of hearing loss, stereotypes and common treatments Angela Graves |
Veteran Mental Healthcare Description Nikki Presley |
Sha'bam Nathalie Moreno |
Intervention for Oral Diseases During Dementia Discuss oral diseases common in persons living with dementia with suggested prevention and treatment options. Emily Holt |
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Concurrent Session 1:45-2:45 p.m. |
HIV and Aging Discuss the strategies to support comprehensive care for older adults with HIV. Cynthia Burton, RN |
Navigating the Process of a Dementia Diagnosis Review the basics of Alzheimer’s, dementia and memory loss, the available community resources and how we can expand the reach of local programs and services in the community. Kris Izzi |
Somatic Tools for Trauma Recovery and Resilience |
Housing Options for Aging in Place Identify affordable housing programs designed to age in place independently. Design features, rental assistance, and Ramp Up Indiana program will be discussed.
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Senior Mental Health: What's the Point? Depression and anxiety are not a normal part of aging. Build your skill in essential conversations with older adults. Susie Schenk |
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Concurrent Session 1 10:30-11:30 a.m. |
Advance Care Planning Description Kevin Valadares |
Health Department Trends: STI and Aging Population Description John Dunn |
Sensational Drumming! Learn how drumming can help us access our own healing. Cody Remaklus |
Rock Steady A demonstration of how Rock Steady Boxing benefits those affected by Parkinson’s Disease. Ashley Cabanaw |
Minka Session Description USI GWEP |
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Concurrent Session 2 12:30-1:30 p.m. |
Understanding Movement Patterns for Safe Activities of Daily Living Donald Gallucci MHA, ACE-MES |
What is a Dementia Friendly Community? Join the conversation and discover how communities can learn to respect and support persons living with dementia and their care partners. |
Integrative Medicine and Acupuncture An overview of how integrative medicine is used as a complement to conventional medicine. Greg Toothman |
Polypharmacy Description Justin Greubel |
Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions Discussion of how improved sleep, nutrition, exercise, medication management and communication skills can improve quality of life. Catherine Jones |
Empowering the Dementia Caregiver: Knowledge, Self-Care, and Support Recognize and support dementia caregivers before they ask for support. Lynsey Brown |
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Concurrent Session 3 1:45-2:45 p.m. |
Empowerment Through Jumping! Join a guided Awareness Through Movement lesson using the basics of jumping. Cody Remaklus |
Elder Law Estate Planning Discussion of estate planning, long-term care decisions and Medicaid. Gary K. Price |
Caregiving Panel Join a discussion with caregivers sharing stories and tips on caregiving for persons living with cognitive decline. Moderated by |
Dementia Live Description Brandy Sitzman |
Supportive Housing Description Lori Phillips-Steele |
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Target Audience:
- Older adults
- Family members
- Caregivers
- Nurses
- Social workers
- Employees working in long-term care settings
- Nursing home administrators
- Occupational therapists
- Physical therapists
- Dental professionals
- Case managers
- and more!
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