2025 Older Adult Wellness Summit
Register for the Older Adult Summit! You can also print or download your registration form. Please return your completed form to the Front Desk at Betty Ehart Senior Activity Center (1101 Bathtub Row) or email the form to adminasst@losalamosseniorcenter.com. This FREE Summit includes 11 different presentations on older adult wellness, plus two keynote speakers. Lunch and a swag bag are provided. Space is limited so sign up early!
Schedule
Check in 8:15-9:00am
Welcome 9:00-9:15am
Opening Keynote 9:15-10:15am
Session 1 10:25-11:15am
Session 2 11:25am-12:15pm
Lunch 12:20-1:15pm
Session 3 1:20-2:10pm
Closing Keynote 2:20-3:20pm
Thank You 3:20-3:30pm
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Presentations
Session 1
Fit for Life: Exercise as the Key to Brain Health (Lauren M. Smith, PhD, Clinical Psychologist - LANL)
Discover how movement fuels not only your body, but also your mind. We’ll explore the latest research on how physical activity supports memory, focus, and long-term brain health to improve your life and health-span.
Good Grief: Rebranding Emotional Healing (Leah Blackwell & Ken Hendricks, Los Alamos Visiting Nurse Service)
Grief is not something to fear—it’s a natural and even loving response to life’s changes. In this interactive workshop, we’ll reframe grief as a tool of self-compassion, explore the power of true friendship in healing, and share practical ways to be fully present for ourselves and others without rushing to “fix” pain. A panel discussion and Q&A with other grief support professionals will follow, offering further insight and connection.
Intro to Artificial Intelligence (Gwen Kalavaza & Liza Rivera, Los Alamos Public Library)
Are you curious about Artificial Intelligence (AI)? Join Library Staff for an informative session designed for beginners! This program breaks down complex concepts into easily understandable terms. Gain valuable insight into how AI is reshaping various aspects of our lives.
Basics of Estate Planning (Wendy Marcus, Attorney)
Description coming soon!
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Session 2
Natural Tips to Support Healthy Sleep (Arianna Vela, Nutritional Health Coach, Natural Grocers)
Are you dreaming of a good night's sleep? In this class, you'll learn a variety of natural sleep solutions that can support you in making sound, restful, and rejuvenating sleep a reality. This includes balancing and increasing the nutrient density of the diet to optimize sleep, practicing proper sleep hygiene, and adding various sleep supportive supplements that can help you achieve those z's. Join us and discover the steps you can take to foster quality, healthy sleep every night.
Aging Ears, Steady Steps (Dr. Allison Coltisor, Clinical Audiologist, National Hearing & Balance)
Description coming soon!
Advance Healthcare Planning & Directives (Randi Lowenthal, End of Life Options New Mexico)
This session provides a comprehensive look at Advance Healthcare Directives. We will discuss their importance, who should have them, and the key components. Participants will also receive resources to help make informed choices about their healthcare wishes.
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Session 3
Eating to Ease Arthritis Pain (Kate Cleveland, Kiss Your Food Coaching Services)
If you struggle with arthritis, you know how frustrating joint pain and stiffness can be. While there’s no magic cure, the good news is that what you eat really can make a difference in how you feel. Certain foods can help reduce inflammation in the body, while others may make symptoms worse.
The Many Faces of Grief (Gail Rubin, The Doyenne of Death)
Description coming soon!
Aging in Place (Lynn Maes-Villareal, Roadrunner Home Health)
Description coming soon!
Life Planning: Medical & Durable Power of Attorney (Sonya Bellafont, NM Legal Aid)
Description coming soon!