A “real talk” about healthy aging
Next Forum
Community Forum on Healthy Aging
Monday, November 11 & Tuesday, November 12, 2024 | 5-7:00 pm
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Spearheaded by our Community Research Advisory Council and the Community & Collaboration Core, the Community Forum on Healthy Aging Forum is an annual event where local residents, patients, scientists, and health care professionals come together to share what scientists and clinicians understand so far about living well as we age.
Monday, November 11, 2024- Brain Health and Wellness
Hosts: Ms. Crystal Evans and Mr. Michael Thompson.
– Crystal Evans will talk to Dr. Alba Azola, MD who will provide an update on COVID-19.
– Shannon Hammond, Esq founder of YES! YOUNG-ONSET DEMENTIA EDUCATION & SUPPORT will share her caregiver and advocacy journey.
– Dr. Chiadi U. Onyike, MD, will discuss Young Onset Dementia with Crystal Evans.
– Kevin Law Head Instructor at Goh’s Kung Fu will introduce us to strength-building and maintaining balance through Tai Chi and breathing techniques.
– Dr. Molly Atwood will discuss Sleep and Healthy Aging with Michael Thompson.
– Reverend William E. Johnson and Michael Thompson will discuss Mental Wellness and Self-Care.
– Ms. Jennifer Ayana Harrison will guide us through a mindful moment segment to ground us in gratitude.
Tuesday, November 12, 2024- Living Well
Hosts: Ms. Crystal Evans and Dr. LA McCrae
– Dr. Hailey Miller and Whitney Ashead will discuss Eating Healthy for the Heart and the Mind.
– Mica Saunders , Body Chemist, and Senior Enrichment Specialist, will guide participants through a yoga and breathing demonstration.
Breakout Sessions: You can choose to attend one of three breakout sessions where you will be joined by guests who are experts in topics that you have told us you want to know more about. These breakout sessions are where safe conversation spaces are nurtured for “real talks,” honest conversations exploring health and social topics important to our communities. These sessions include the Clubhouse, which welcomes the LGBTQIA communities and non-binary individuals, the Man Cave, and Sister Circle. We aim to discuss staying strong, resilient, authentic, and inclusive as we age.
Who Should Attend
We welcome all individuals with an interest in healthy aging to attend, this includes older adults, caregivers, families, community members, leaders, service providers, scientists, and clinicians. The Healthy Aging Forum will be offered virtually via Zoom in two parts, for two evenings. You also have an option to call in.
What to Expect
While this is a virtual event, it is a “hands-on,” interactive forum on healthy aging that includes fitness demonstrations, panel discussions, and breakout sessions highlighting health-related topics impacting all individuals experiencing aging.
