Aug 25, 2021

Speakers and Topics Announced for AOK Sunflower Connections in Marion

Posted Aug 25, 2021 11:28 PM

The North Central-Flint Hills Area Agency on Aging (NC-FH AAA) has announced the group of speakers who will join them for our first Answers for Older Kansans (AOK) Sunflower Connections event. The first event that highlights practical information and includes fun for seniors and caregivers is slated, Wednesday, Sept. 1 at the Marion Community Center, 203 N. Third St in Marion, Kansas.

Presenters for the event are:

·Paul Shipp, managing attorney at Kansas Legal Services and a veteran elder law attorney: “Managing Your Legal Problems When Your Money Runs Out.”

·Erin Yelland, Interim Director of the Kansas State University Center on Aging and a specialist in adult development: “Positive Aging! Positive Attitude!”

·Denise Vann, Program Specialist for the Alzheimer’s Association of Central and Western Kansas who educates communities on Alzheimer’s and Dementia: “Talking With Your Doctor: Being Your Best Health Care Advocate.”

·Dr. Tina Mahal, Director of Prairie View’s Older Adult Services and an expert on services and programs for older adults: “Mental Health Tips and Overview of Older Adult Services at Prairie View”

Paul Shipp will also be available to meet with a limited number of registered attendees at the event. Those interested should contact the NC-FH AAA at 1-800-432-2703 or 785-776-9294 in advance to schedule appointments at the event.

Local musician Bob Delk and members of “Bob and the Boys” will be there to provide some great tunes during lunch!