OGA's 2024 Virtual Annual Conference, titled 'EngAGEment: Enhancing Connections as We Age,' addresses the critical issue of social isolation and loneliness among older adults. The conference features four weekly sessions with experts discussing the impact of social connections on health and well-being. Attendees will learn practical strategies to foster inclusivity and stronger connections across various sectors. The program emphasizes diversity, equity, and inclusion, offering actionable suggestions and best practices from exemplary programs and policies. Each session includes multiple experts and provides 2 hours of content. The agenda covers topics such as strengthening social ties, empowering civic engagement, and technological innovations for social interaction.
Mental Health Conferences
OGA's 2024 Virtual Annual Conference
OGA's 2024 Virtual Annual Conference focuses on enhancing social connections as we age. This virtual event addresses the public health crisis of social isolation and loneliness among older adults.
Conference Overview
Some quick details about this conference.
Time and Place
Maybe the most important details of the conference.
Conference Dates: October 4–25, 2024
Event Format: virtual
Conference Organizer
This organization is hosting this conference.
Oregon Gerontological Association
The Oregon Gerontological Association focuses on enhancing the well-being of older adults through education, research, and advocacy.
Email: oregongero@gmail.com
Registration Fees
How much does this conference cost?
| Cost | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| $50.00 | Early-Bird Non-Members | Until September 1st |
| $35.00 | Early-Bird OGA Members (Professional/Organizational) | Until September 1st |
| $20.00 | Early-Bird OGA Members (Student/Senior) | Until September 1st |
| $60.00 | Regular Non-Members | After September 1st |
| $40.00 | Regular OGA Members (Professional/Organizational) | After September 1st |
| $25.00 | Regular OGA Members (Student/Senior) | After September 1st |
See the conference's actual website for more details around these fees, as sometimes they can be more complicated.
Schedule and Agenda
It's important to know what is planned.
The conference consists of four sessions held on Fridays in October 2024. Each session runs from 9:30 am to 12 pm and covers different themes related to social connections and aging.
Notable Speakers
These folks will be speaking at the conference.
Kimberly Van Orden, PhD
Associate Professor Co-Director, Center for the Study and Prevention of Suicide, University of Rochester Medical Center
Emily Bower, PhD
Assistant Professor, School of Graduate Psychology, Pacific University
Aaron Guest, PhD, MPH, MSW
Assistant Professor of Aging, Center for Innovation in Healthy and Resilient Aging; Senior Global Futures Scientist, Julie Ann Wrigley Global Futures Laboratory
Keren Brown Wilson, PhD
Founder and Board Chair, AGE+, and Founder and CEO, Jessie F. Richardson Foundation
Jill Juris, PhD
Appalachian State University, Associate Professor, Department of Recreation Management and Physical Education
Yvette Garza, LPC
Lines for Life Crisis Lines Clinical Assistant Director
Hannah Gregorio Zellmer, MPH, MSW, CSWA
Lines for Life Senior Connections Coordinator
Harry (Rick) Moody, PhD
Visiting Faculty, Creative Longevity & Wisdom Program Fielding Graduate University
Gerald (Jerry) Cohen, JD, MPA
OGA Board Member
Jennifer (Jenny) Sasser, PhD, FAGHE
Faculty & Department Chair, Portland Community College Gerontology Program; OGA Board Member
Yosselin Turcios, MPH
Public Health Advisor for SAMHSA’s Office of Behavioral Health Equity
Erin Emery-Tiburcio, PhD, ABPP
Professor of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences, Geriatric Medicine; Director, Geropsychology; Co-Director: Rush Center for Excellence in Aging
Laurie Brooks
President, Access Technologies, Inc.
Chelsea Bakewell
Senior Director of Customer Success at GrandPad, Inc.
Jada Brunsvold, LSW
Social Worker and Member Experience Manager at GrandPad, Inc.
CEU Details
Here's information on Continuing Education Units (or CEUs).
Each session offers 2 CE credits approved by NASW Oregon Chapter, totaling 8 CE credits for the entire series. A $10 fee per session for NASW credits applies.
Sponsorship, Exhibitor, and Advertising Opportunities
If you're an organization that wants to contribute to this event, here are some details.
Organizations interested in sponsoring the event can view the Sponsor Information Sheet for details on sponsorship levels and benefits. To become a sponsor, complete the online Sponsor Agreement Form. For questions, contact oregongero@gmail.com.
Other Links and Information
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