AISF 2020 Sessions

This year’s Aging in South Florida Symposium theme is “The New Normal”.

Though we are living in uncertain times and collectively facing challenges brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, we recognize that this time is also an opportunity for us to redefine the world in which we live. There are many new opportunities for older adults and within the aging space.

AISF will focus on 3 pillars: Employment, Healthcare, and Diversity. We are excited to announce to following sessions and speakers:

Opening Session

The Impact and Importance of Older Adult Issues
Congresswoman Lois Frankel
Congressman Ted Deutch
Senator Nan Rich

Diversity

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion With Clients and Organization
Dr. Stephen Ferrante
Elkin Alfred

Cultural Perspectives: Two Generational Learning In The Virtual Space
Cresha Reid
Dr. Laurie Canning

Fostering An Inclusive Care Plan for LGBTQ+ Older Adults
Erin Weiss

How The Intergen Challenge Is Being Tackled: Two Modalities
Sharon Rose
Allen Zhou (Big & Mini)
Aditi Merchant (Big & Mini)

employment

Age-Friendly Work Environments: From Theory To Practice
Rhonda Banker

Older Adult Entrepreneurship
Elizabeth Isele

Healthcare

Elder Loneliness: Impact and Strategies
Dr. Stephen Ferrante
Dr. Stephanie Scott

Challenges and Opportunities In Veteran Caregiving

Being a Caregiver During a Pandemic, Part 1: Emerging Issues in Pandemic Caregiving
Emily Walsh
Irma Diaz
Noemi Villvicencio

Being a Caregiver During a Pandemic, Part 2: Navigating Complex Resources
Cathy Bowers
Judith Sands
Jo Ann Arnowitz

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