The Northern Plains Conference

on Aging and Disability

Resilience and Wisdom Through Aging

 

September 22-24, 2009

Ramada Plaza Suites

Fargo, ND

 

The Northern Plains Conference on Aging and Disability is a preeminent event designed to bring together elders, the general public, and professionals who share a common interest in the graying of the Northern Plains. Public and private agencies and organizations of every category are seeing the wisdom of working together in service delivery. The conference focuses on trends, policy, technology and self-determination. It plays an important role in facilitating meaningful dialog between professionals and consumers. Elders and persons with disabilities are playing a growing role in advocating for more responsive methods of service delivery and economic development.

 

Topic Overviews                                                  Recommended Audience

Assistive Technology Solutions for Dementia                  Seniors

Ethical Dilemmas in Work with Older People                  Nurses and Healthcare Providers

Aging with Grace and Dignity                                        Licensed Professional Counselors

Financial Security - Every Woman's Issue                      Social Workers

Social Security - Today and Tomorrow                           Long-Term Care Professionals

Dealing with Negative, Reactive & Draining People          Church Leaders and Parish Nurses

Addressing Isolation Felt by Caregivers & Seniors           Outreach & Human Service Workers

Effectiveness of Guided Imagery in Dealing w Disease     Individuals Interested in Aging & Disability

Strategies to Limit Degenerative Changes in the Brain     Home & Community Based Service

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Special Accommodations

This conference is being held in an accessible facility. Persons needing accommodations, auxiliary aides, or special dietary arrangements should contact Russ Sunderland at 1-800-260-1310.

 

 

Conference Sponsors

 

                                

 

                           

 

                             

                   

            

 

                                     

 

Conference Supporters

Coalition of Service Providers to the Elderly • Eventide Sheyenne Crossing • Gate City Bank • Riverview Place • Trollwood Village • Waterford at Harwood Groves