Conferences

Speakers:

Dr. Nadia Sabbagh Steinberg
University of Iowa - Dr. Nadia Sabbagh Steinberg is a professor at the University of Iowa,
School of Social Work and the coordinator of the Aging and Longevity Studies Program. She has over 10 years of clinical practice experience in
social service fields, including 8 years as a licensed social worker in a Trauma I level hospital setting. Her areas of interest include interdisciplinary collaboration and education and understanding disparities in health and access to care issues in the context of gender and aging.

Chad Eichorn
Pearson Bollman Law - Chad Eichorn is an Estate Planning and Elder Law attorney who practices at Pearson Bollman Law. He has provided excellent representation to a variety of clients from individuals to families to small and large charities to professional sports teams. In addition to his work as an attorney, Chad regularly speaks at local and national events regarding topics related to estate planning, elder law and charitable planned giving. Chad lives as boring a life as possible in West Des Moines with his wife and kids.

Percy Griffin, PH.D.
Alzheimer’s Association - Percy Griffin, Ph.D., is the Director, Scientific Engagement for the Alzheimer’s Association, where he leads efforts to accelerate the organization’s scientific
agenda through the creation and delivery of ongoing research education. He engages with more than 75 Association chapters across the country, informing staff and the public of scientific initiatives and the organization’s crucial role in advancing research to improve the lives of all those facing Alzheimer’s and other dementias.

Stephanie Johnson, MT-BC
Music Speaks
 - Stephanie Johnson, MT-BC, Board Certified Music Therapist and Neurologic Music Therapist- Fellow, began her professional career in 2007 with the older adult and hospice population after receiving her bachelor’s degree in music therapy from the University of Iowa. In 2009, Stephanie began working independently and founded the company now known as Music Speaks, LLC which provides client-centered music therapy to various populations in 8 states with its 30 board certified music therapists.

Quad Cities Conference Info:
Birchwood Fields Learning Center, Davenport
Wednesday, April 19 | 9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Questions? Interested in CEUs?
Please contact Megan Pedersen, Senior Program Manager, at mepedersen@alz.org or by phone at 563.293.8058.

Topics:

Speakers:

Percy Griffin, PH.D.
Alzheimer’s Association - Percy Griffin, Ph.D., is the Director, Scientific Engagement for the Alzheimer’s Association, where he leads efforts to accelerate the organization’s scientific
agenda through the creation and delivery of ongoing research education. He engages with more than 75 Association chapters across the country, informing staff and the public of scientific initiatives and the organization’s crucial role in advancing research to improve the lives of all those facing Alzheimer’s and other dementias.

Teri Skoog
Skoog Dementia Support - Teri Skoog is the founder and owner of Skoog Dementia Support LLC. She has over 30 years’ experience providing support and care to individuals experiencing dementia along with their family and caregivers. Teri received her BA in Social Work and Aging Studies from the University of Iowa. She is a DAWN Dementia Care Specialist and DAWN Trainer. Teri also personally experienced the role of caregiver for her mother who lived and died with Diabetes, Alzheimer’s Disease, and Vascular Dementia.

Rhonda Halterman
LivWell Seniors - Rhonda Halterman established LivWell Seniors in 2012 after experiencing the difficulties and stress that comes with having to identify and select appropriate eldercare solutions for a loved one. As she navigated through
the myriad of unexpected challenges, questions, and potential options, Rhonda recognized the need for a knowledgeable and trusted advocate. She and her team have over 40 years of industry experience, helping hundreds of families identify the right options for their unique circumstances.

Meredith Mercer
Senior Star - Meredith Mercer will be presenting Senior Star’s Signature Program, Laughter Yoga. Meredith has been with Senior Star for over 9 years. She’s currently Senior Star’s Program Director. Meredith received a Bachelor’s of Business Administration & Public Relations and Marketing with a minor in Organizational Leadership from Ashford University. She’s a Certified Laughter
Yoga Teacher & Certified Laughter Yoga Trainer. Meredith enjoys exploring the Quad Cities with her husband, Matt, and one year old son, John.

Kathy Martin 
Caregiver - Kathy Martin is a current caregiver for her husband who has dementia. Now retired, she graduated with her BSW from Mount Mercy and has worked a variety of jobs which has included caregiving. 

Annette Martinez
Senior Star at Elmore Place - Meet Executive Director, Annette Martinez, of Senior Star at Elmore Place in Davenport, Iowa.  Annette is a life-long Quad City resident who brings over 15 years of leadership experience with the last 10 of those being in senior living. An Iowa State University graduate with a degree in business management and marketing, Annette has an extensive background in leading a team to success through innovation and passion.  In her free time, she can be found spending each moment enjoying her twins, Mason and Madisyn, and her husband, Josh.