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OKLAHOMA CITY – Registration is now open for the 39th Annual Oklahoma Conference on Aging to be held May 20-22 at the Embassy Suites Norman Hotel and Conference Center. This year’s conference theme of “Inspired Living” reflects and showcases the many people who lead active, healthy and vibrant lives as they age.
Keynote speakers are R. Murali Krishna, M.D., an award-winning psychiatrist and motivating and engaging speaker on mental health, mind, body, spirit and medicine topics. Also Marge Coalman, a specialist in the exercise and physiology of the aging and contributing journalist to the International Council of Active Aging (ICAA).
The conference also features more than 40 breakout sessions, a Wellness Expo, film festival, exhibitors and other activities. Senior Day is May 20 and is free to Oklahomans 60 years and older. The professional days are May 21 and 22 and provide professional development for professionals, students and advocates in the field of aging.
“This is the state’s largest conference on aging and it is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate Oklahoma seniors, learn about critical issues and showcase resources,” said Lance Robertson, Aging Services Director for the Oklahoma Department of Human Services.
Visit okagingconference.com for more information and to register. Contact OU Registration and Records at 405-325-1022 for help with registration. The registration deadline is May 9.
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