North Dakota Symposium on Adults, Aging and Disabilities
April 17-18 | Bismarck Public Schools Career Academy | Bismarck, ND
Preconference (Adult and Aging Services staff only) | April 16, 2024
Join us at the 2024 North Dakota Symposium on Adults, Aging and Disabilities to explore our community's challenges and opportunities.
About this event
Hosted at the Bismarck Public Schools Career Academy, this symposium provides essential staff training to meet the evolving needs and challenges faced by adults, seniors, and individuals with disabilities. Our diverse lineup of expert speakers will delve into topics such as ageism, ableism, anger and loss, the neurological effects of aging, diet in aging, resilience in health and well-being, addiction, person-directed living, ethics in aging and more.
Whether you're a health care professional, caregiver or someone interested in making a positive impact, this symposium offers a unique platform to learn, share experiences, and gain valuable insights. Connect with like-minded individuals and organizations as we work together to foster a more inclusive and supportive society.
Take advantage of this opportunity to expand your knowledge and network. Mark your calendars for the 2024 North Dakota Symposium on Adults, Aging and Disabilities and join the conversation.
Other Information
Registration is $75 for the two-day symposium. Individuals should pay for their registration on Eventbrite or mail their registration payment in advance to the Minot Commission on Aging, 21 First Ave. S.E., Minot, N.D., 58701. Make checks payable to the Minot Commission on Aging Inc. For registration questions, contact Val Millen at Minot Commission on Aging at (701) 852-0561 or valmcoa@srt.com.
The conference offers the opportunity for professionals to receive 13 continuing education units, which include two CEUs for ethics.
Participants will receive a CEU certificate upon completing the two-day symposium.
All conference activities are at the Bismarck Public Schools Career Academy, 1221 College Drive, Bismarck, ND 58501. For general questions about the conference, contact North Dakota’s Aging & Disability Resource Link toll-free at (855) 462-5465, 711 (TTY), or email carechoice@nd.gov.
Symposium co-sponsors include:
Bismarck Public Schools Career Academy
Bismarck-Mandan Convention and Visitors Bureau
Lifespan Respite Grant
Minot Commission on Aging Inc.
North Dakota Health & Human Services Adult and Aging Services Section and Behavioral Health Division
Souris River Telephone Cooperative
Presenter Handouts
Wednesday, April 17, 2024, 9:15 AM, Michelle Daniel, NHA, MHA, CFRE
Wednesday, April 17, 2024, 2:05 PM, Melissa Baumbach, MS, RDN, LD
Wednesday, April 17, 2024, 3:30 PM, Erin Bonitto, MS, ADC
- "I Already Told You, Don't You Remember?" Understanding Memory Loss, Dementia, and Dementia Communication
Thursday, April 18, 2024, 8:30 AM, Michelle Daniel, NHA, MHA, CFRE
Thursday, April 18, 2024, 10:15 AM, Erin Bonitto, MS, ADC
Thursday, April 18, 2024, 11:45 AM, Amy Lies, BSN