Connecting Older Adults, Caregivers & Families with Local Resources
The 55+ Resource Fair is an annual community event designed to connect older adults, caregivers, and families with trusted services, programs, and opportunities that support healthy aging, independence, connection, and overall well-being. The goal of the fair is simple: to bring a wide range of helpful resources together in one place so attendees can easily gather information, ask questions, and find support for themselves or a loved one.
The event welcomes anyone who is planning ahead, navigating current needs, or looking for guidance about aging-related services and supports.
The fair features a broad network of community partners and professionals ready to share information and answer questions, including:
Attendees can explore resources at their own pace, make connections, and leave with practical information tailored to their needs.
Discover resources. Ask questions. Make connections.
Event Date and Time: March 14th, 10:00am–2:00pm.
Complimentary Lunch: 10:30am–1:30pm for all attendees
Help Is Closer Than You Think: Navigating Local Care Support (10:00–11:00am)
Presented by Paul Turner and Kelsey Lovik from Northwest Regional Council. Learn how local and statewide resources can support independence, caregiving, and future planning, and why knowing where to turn before a crisis can improve outcomes and reduce stress.
How To Talk To Your Doc (11:30am–12:30pm) Presented by Dr. Alethea Fleming of Vital Aging Clinic. An engaging and practical presentation focused on communicating effectively with health care providers, making the most of appointments, and understanding medication safety.
Getting Your Ducks in a Row: Estate & Long-Term Care Planning Basics (1:00–2:00pm) Presented by James Dolan of Jones Butler Dolan, PS. A helpful overview of essential planning topics, including wills, powers of attorney, advance directives, guardianships, special needs trusts, Medicaid, and more.
Memory Screenings Free Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) screenings will be available. This brief screening tool can help identify possible cognitive changes and determine whether additional follow-up may be beneficial. Sign-ups are available at the event.
Full-Body DEXA Scans Provided by Nomad Fit Lab from 9:00am–4:00pm. DEXA scans are widely recognized as a highly accurate method for measuring bone density, muscle mass, and body composition. Cost: $59.95 (Pre-registration required. Call (360) 488-9870 to book an appointment)
