Exciting news! Remember that “Save the Date” for our first-ever “Celebrating INnovations in Aging” conference? Well, it’s time to officially register!
Mark your calendars for Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2025, at the Indiana Government Center South. We’re capping attendance at 200 people to ensure a fantastic, engaging experience for everyone. There is no cost to attend the seminar.
We’ve got an incredible lineup of experts ready to share their insights, including:
Keynote speakers
- Dr. JoAnn Burke, Ph. D., LCSW, LMFT, BSN, Chair, Indiana Commission on Aging; Chair, QSource Board of Directors
- Natalie Sutton, MPA, Alzheimer’s Association
Snapshot of breakout sessions
- 211: Report and Detect with Paravdeep Nijjar & Tara Morse (APS)
- Dementia Strategic Plan with Shannon Effler
- Insights from Alzheimer’s and Dementia Services of Northern Indiana with Karla (KJ) Mapes
- Fall Prevention: “Stepping On” with Emily Tisdale (UIndy CAC)
- And more, covering difficult behaviors and updates from the Alzheimer’s Association!
Panel Discussion: “The Next Chapter: Innovating Aging in the Hoosier State”
- Moderated by Amanda Oporta, featuring Sarah Waddle (AARP), Tina McIntosh (Joy’s House), Eric Ashby (Indiana Arts Commission), Dr. Katheleen Unroe (IU School of Medicine) and Vanessa Convard (Bureau of Better Aging)
Featured session
- “The Power of Music in Cognitive Disorders” with Tim Brimmer, PhD. (Butler University)
- Hosted by the Indiana Bureau of Better Aging
