Registration

• 1) 8am-12pm Pre-Conference Intensive: Director’s Training – $75.00
  The session aims to equip participants with knowledge and resources essential for effectively addressing the needs of older Americans within the context of nutrition and aging services. Speakers from ACL will introduce the Older Americans Act, organization of the aging network, available resources, and basics of reporting and prioritization. The Nutrition and Aging Resource Center will provide lively discussion on the purpose of nutrition services, considerations for older adults, and other essentials of safely and successfully running a nutrition program, with time included for peer networking. We will close out the day with a Panel Discussion moderated by NANASP board members.
• 2) 1pm-5pm Pre-Conference Intensive: Congregate Meal Innovation – $75.00
  The session focuses on helping participants identify effective congregate innovation practices and develop a practical, actionable business plan for participants to implement in their respective programs. A panel of experts will review practical best practices and innovations in congregate, covering topics like targeting economic and social needs, creating business plans, menu innovation, and enhancing ambiance/programming. Attendees will have structured time to brainstorm with peers and create individual business with panel experts available for assistance. We will close the day with a panel discussion on overcoming barriers.