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Conference Session Spotlight Themes

The Aging in Texas Conference Education Committee will be sharing the conference agenda soon. Be sure to join us in San Antonio to hear engaging information from speakers on a number of topics essential to the work of professionals in the aging services community. Conference sessions will cover themes such as:

 

Technology & Aging: Evolving Together

Session topic examples may include electronics, cell devices, smart devices, computer use, digital literacy, smart companions, telemedicine, wearable technology, etc.

 

Live Better, Work Better – Balancing Life & Work

Session topic examples may include personal enrichment, time management, morale, self-care, character-building, skill-building - focus, resilience, relationship-building, etc.

 

Going Back to the Basics – Refreshers for Aging Professionals

Session topic examples may include the Older Americans Act, narrative/grant writing, organizational differences, state or federal agency partners, statutes, and regulations, etc.

 

Collaboration Creating Solutions

Session topic examples may include highlighting key partnerships, community or senior centers, state/federal collaboration, government entity relations, media connections, etc.

 

Education is Key: There is Always More to Learn

Session topic examples may include new research findings, physical/mental health, unique lifestyles, diverse populations and cultures, elder law, leisure and exercise activities.

 

There’s No Wrong Door to Accessing Care

Session topic examples may include best practices, impacts and solutions, and unique strategies relating to providing services through No Wrong Door and the Aging & Disability Resource Centers.

 

Sharing Successes – The Texas Way

Session topic examples may include peer and network sharing of creative and successful projects, programs, or ideas and how they were organized and conducted.

 

Session selection

The AiTC Education Planning Committee is looking for a wide range of session topics, including new approaches to existing models. Consider these attributes when developing a session proposal:

  • Clear examples, lessons, and ideas.
  • Thoughtful learning objectives.
  • Interactive topics.
  • Get creative with your session title.
  • Content that is accurate and relevant to different types of attendees.
  • Alternative teaching methods as opposed to traditional session lectures.
  • Please note in your proposal if your session is interactive and will need WIFI access.
  • Communicate any audiovisual needs in your proposal.
  • Submit an electronic copy of the final presentation by June 9, 2023.
  • Ensure all deadlines are met.

The AiTC Education Planning Committee will review and select all keynote and breakout sessions included in the conference schedule. While proposal submission does not guarantee selection, we will explore opportunities to include the wealth of expertise represented in proposals received.

Please note, overlapping of spotlight themes and topics may occur and does not impact your session selection.

Session Scheduling

The AiTC Education Planning Committee has final decision on session schedule arrangement. If there is a specific date and/or time that cannot work for you, please include this information in your submission proposal email for consideration.

 

Associated Costs

Speakers receive free conference admission for the day of their presentation. Full conference registration is also available to speakers at a discounted rate of $175.

Audio and visual equipment such as flip charts, easels, laptops, and LCD projector will be provided by AiTC organizers if prior notice is received.

 

Presenters are required to cover travel and lodging expenses.

If you have any questions about the session proposal process or the conference, please do not hesitate to contact Kimberly Lile Dowty at kliledowty@txregionalcouncil.org or by calling 512-478-4715.

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