The annual POAMN conference will be held May 29-30, 2024, at Point Loma Community Presbyterian Church in San Diego, CA. A full two-day program is planned to focus on the theme, the New Face of Aging: Transformative Approaches to Older Adult Ministry.
The POAMN board is seeking presentations and workshops that will inform attendees about Older Adult Ministry-related resources that address the emerging challenges and needs of older adults, caregivers, and faith communities.
To propose a presentation for this event, please submit a title, a short abstract (150-200 words), a brief bio of yourself, and any questions to poamnetwork@gmail.com by February 15.
Suggested topics for presentations:
- Purposeful living in later life
- Loneliness
- Dementia and Alzheimer’s
- “Right-sizing” or downsizing our possessions and our homes
- Aging in place
- Technology assistance
- Finding the right care community
- Care-giving/care-partnering
- Spirituality & aging
- Leaving a faith legacy
- Grandparenting issues
- Intergenerational ministry connections
- Successful older adult ministry-related activities in a church or community setting