Show Me Summit on Aging & Health 2025 – Aging in a New Era
September 8 – 10, 2025 | Columbia, MO
Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in the field of aging services? Share your expertise and knowledge during Missouri’s premiere statewide gathering of leaders, professionals, volunteers and advocates in the aging services network. As we celebrate and explore Aging in a New Era, we look forward to showcasing your subject-matter expertise, fresh thinking, and best practices as a presenter!
Deadline to Submit: March 15, 2025
This year marks the 20th Show Me Summit on Aging & Health.
Our annual summit convenes the most trusted experts and leaders in the field of aging services throughout Missouri. 350+ attendees include professionals, volunteers, and advocates working with AAAs, senior centers, nutrition services, and other community organizations serving adults 60+ and adults with disabilities. Our 20th Summit celebrates two decades of innovation, inspiration, and advocacy for and with older adults in Missouri. With Missouri’s historic Master Plan on Aging coming closer to release, now is a great time to celebrate aging in Missouri. Join us as we celebrate and explore Aging in a New Era.
Why Present at the Show Me Summit?
Presenting at the summit is not just about sharing knowledge—it’s about sparking innovation and fostering collaboration. You’ll have the opportunity to:
- Demonstrate your thought leadership and showcase successful programs.
- Engage with peers and leaders in aging services from across Missouri.
- Contribute to the ongoing conversation about best practices and emerging trends.
Session Submission Details
We seek engaging content across four tracks: Advocacy/Justice, Healthy Aging, Leadership, and Innovation. Sessions should be 45 minutes long and aim to include high levels of interaction and innovative learning opportunities. We seek diverse voices and fresh perspectives. Consider topics like:
- Accessibility
- Advocacy
- Aging Well in the Community
- Behavioral Health
- Business Planning/Acumen
- Caregivers/Caregiver Support
- Dementia
- Elder Justice
- Financial Planning/Fiscal Management
- Healthy Aging
- Housing
- Leadership and Governance
- Medicaid/Medicare/Managed Care
- Meeting the Needs of Diverse Aging Groups
- Nutrition
- Ombudsman Services
- Participant Engagement
- Policy/Legislative Issues
- Promising Partnerships
- Reframing Aging
- Social Connections
- Senior Center Management
- Social Isolation
- Technology/Data Information
- Veterans
- Transportation
- Virtual Programming
- Volunteers
Submission Requirements
- Key Point of Contact Information
- Presenter/Panelist Contact Information
- Presenter Bio (2-3 sentences each, 3 presenters max)
- Additional Presenters/Panelist Contact Information (3 presenters max)
- Session Title (10-word max)
- Short Session Description (125-word max) to be used for in Summit Program
- Longer Session Description (250-word max) to be used for committee review
- Deadline to submit proposals: March 15th, 2025
- Status notifications will be sent in late April, 2025
Presenter Responsibilities
- Lead Presenter will be the point of contact from ma4 regarding the Summit and will be responsible to communicate details to additional presenters.
- Hold the dates of September 8-10th on your calendar until notified of proposal status.
- All presenters are responsible for their own summit expenses, including travel and accommodation. If attending sessions other than their own presentation, presenters must register at a discounted rate.
- Presenters must upload their PowerPoint presentations before the Summit.
Don’t miss this opportunity to contribute to Missouri’s leading summit on aging and health. Submit your session presentation proposal by March 15, 2025, and be part of a transformative event that shapes Aging in a New Era in Missouri.
We need your help to lead conversations and share your knowledge and expertise at the 20th Show Me Summit on Aging & Health as we explore Aging in a New Era!
Questions, contact Julie Peetz at jpeetz@ma4web.org | 314.620.4585.