Geriatric Workforce Enhancement Program Events

Explore upcoming healthy aging-focused events hosted by Saint Louis University's Geriatric Workforce Enhancement Program.

Caregiver Speaker Series

This free virtual series was developed as a way to offer valuable, up-to-date information on caregiving and the impact of the 4Ms on older adults. The webinars — offered by SLU and the University of Louisville — feature regional and nationally recognized speakers. Providers, students, caregivers and community members are encouraged to attend.

Date: second Monday of each month
Time: noon to 1 p.m. CST
Platform: Zoom

For more information, email memoryclinic@health.slu.edu.

Memory Care Home Solutions Annual Spring Conference

This annual, in-person conference spotlights aging, memory loss, caregiving and other related topics in the older adult field.

Date: April 17
Time: TBD
Location: Doisy Learning Resources Center, 3545 Vista Ave., St. Louis, MO 63104

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SLU Healthy Aging Conference

The theme of this year's two-day healthy aging conference is "The Road to Longevity: Strategies to Thrive in Later Life Years." The first day includes talks on healthy mental stimulation, socialization, eating habits, lifestyle and other health factors for older adults. Several intensive training sessions are offered on day two.

Participants can choose to attend virtually or in person.

Date: June 5-6
Time: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. CST
Virtual platform: Zoom
In-person location: Doisy Learning Resource Center, 3545 Vista Ave., St. Louis, MO 63104

Loneliness and Social Isolation Spring Summit

This virtual, half-day event addresses research, advocacy, and clinical and public health practices pertaining to loneliness and social isolation in older adults. The SLU-hosted summit features comprehensive dialogue from national speakers, regional policymakers, local agencies and individuals in the community.