2019 Active Aging Expo

East Central Kansas Active Aging Expo

Aging Expo

A one-day expo to promote positive attitudes about aging and encourage individuals to be active physically, mentally, and financially.

Thursday, May 2, 2019 - 8:45 am -3:30 pm

First Baptist Church

410 South Hickory

Ottawa, Kansas

Keynote Speaker

Gayle Doll

Associate Professor and Director, Kansas State University Center on Aging

The Happiness Curve of Aging

Older Adults report improved contentment as they age despite increasing losses. The accumulation of loss is overemphasized by younger people who then develop ageist beliefs. This ageism can be internalized by older adults leading to poorer performance on cognitive tests, poorer health and even shorter lives. This presentation is meant to enlighten participants to age-stereotyping and ageism and can be used as a score sheet for owning one's own age.

Participant Online Registration

Participant Registration Brochure

Participant registration fee is $15 per person if received by April 19 and includes keynote speaker, educational sessions, lunch, refreshments, door prizes and resource. Late registration (April 20-26) is $20 and lunch is not guaranteed.