Iowa State Conference on Aging 2026
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Thu, August 06, 2026
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM CT

The Iowa State Conference on Aging brings together healthcare professionals, community leaders, and policymakers to advance innovation and collaboration for aging well in Iowa.

8:00 – 8:30 AM

Registration & Networking

8:30 – 8:40 AM

Welcome

Sydney Marshman, OTD, OTR/L, BCG

President, Home Modifications Iowa

8:45 – 9:30 AM

Morning Keynote

Dr. Jon Van Der Veer

Hy-Vee Health Exemplar Care PLC

9:35 – 10:35 AM

Physician Panel

Moderator Dr. Katherine C. Britt, PhD - University of Iowa

Dr. Yogi Shah – Broadlawns Memory Center

Dr. Craig Mahoney – Iowa Ortho

Dr. Sneha Phadke – Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center, University of Iowa Health Care

10:45 – 11:30 AM

State of Aging in Iowa

Iowa Department of Health and Human Services

11:30 – 12:15 PM

Community Forum

Attendees may sign up during morning registration

Moderators: Kris Howard & Amanda Pollard - Money Follows the Person

12:15 – 1:00 PM

Lunch

Meal included in registration, please note dietary needs at registration

1:00 – 1:15 PM

Lived Experience Presentation

Kay Fisk & Eugenia Kendall

1:20 – 2:25 PM

The Fall That Changed Everything

Fall Recovery & Transitions of Care

Moderated by Malinda Schultice, DHS

Healthcare Consulting | Iowa State University

EMS Panelist: Sam Magill, Greater Regional Health, Creston, IA

Hospital Panelist: Malarie Bender, PA, Boone County Hospital, Boone, IA

Rehab Panelist: Stacey Hodges, University of Iowa Health Network Rehabilitation Hospital, a venture with Encompass Health

Home Panelist: Sandy Jackson, Elderbridge AAA

Community Panelist: Paige Healy, LifeChoices by Bethany Life, Story City, IA

2:35 – 3:20 PM

Mini Series

  • 2:35 – 2:55 PM: MercyOne Population Health
  • 3:00 – 3:20 PM: Employee & Family Resources, Johanna Dunlevy

3:25 – 4:25 PM

Closing Keynote

Tanya Comer

Health Tech Associates

4:30 PM

Closing Remarks

 

Graphic Recording Provided by Nathan T. Wright between 10:30 - 2:30 to capture key takeaways.

 

Disclaimer:

Iowa HHS is collaborating with Home Modifications Iowa for the Iowa State Conference on Aging. Iowa HHS is not providing financial sponsorship or monetary contributions toward the event. The content of the conference does not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement, of Iowa HHS.

Tickets


$600 Table

Reserve a table for up to six attendees and enjoy a shared networking experience. Group members do not need to be from the same organization, but payment must be processed together for the group rate.

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$135 General Admission

Standard conference registration includes full access to sessions, keynotes, and networking opportunities throughout the day. Connect with professionals shaping the future of aging in Iowa.

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Free Financial Hardship

We are committed to a collaborative conference and we can’t do that without you. Whether or not you’re able to pay to attend does not discount the important work you do. You will not be identified as a financial hardship attendee during the conference; this status is only visible to conference organizers.

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Sponsorships


$300 Silver Sponsor

Silver Sponsor – $300

  • Name listed on program and website
  • 1 complimentary registration
  • No exhibit table included

The Iowa State Conference on Aging is cohosted by Home Modifications Iowa and the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services, Aging and Disability Services Division.

This annual statewide event brings together professionals, policymakers, and community leaders dedicated to supporting aging well in Iowa. Sponsorship helps broaden access to the event, promote collaboration, and highlight innovations that improve the lives of older adults and caregivers.

If you need a W-9 or would like to be invoiced for your sponsorship, please email sydney@homemodificationsiowa.org.

Our inaugural event featured 146 registered attendees with an 86% attendance rate, bringing together professionals from across the state representing clinical, community, and governmental organizations.

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$600 Gold Sponsor

Gold Sponsor – $600

  • Logo displayed on program, signage, and website
  • Exhibit table
  • 2 complimentary registrations

The Iowa State Conference on Aging is cohosted by Home Modifications Iowa and the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services, Aging and Disability Services Division.

This annual statewide event brings together professionals, policymakers, and community leaders dedicated to supporting aging well in Iowa. Sponsorship helps broaden access to the event, promote collaboration, and highlight innovations that improve the lives of older adults and caregivers.

If you need a W-9 or would like to be invoiced for your sponsorship, please email sydney@homemodificationsiowa.org.

Our inaugural event featured 146 registered attendees with an 86% attendance rate, bringing together professionals from across the state representing clinical, community, and governmental organizations.

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$2,500 Lunch Sponsor

Lunch Sponsor – $2,500

  • Recognized as the Lunch Sponsor during the lunch hour
  • Logo displayed on lunch signage, program, website, and email communication
  • Exhibit table
  • 4 complimentary registrations

If you need a W-9 or would like to be invoiced for your sponsorship, please email sydney@homemodificationsiowa.org.

Our inaugural event featured 146 registered attendees with an 86% attendance rate, bringing together professionals from across the state representing clinical, community, and governmental organizations.

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$4,000 Platinum Sponsor

Platinum Sponsor – $4,000

  • Recognized as a Presenting Sponsor on all materials
  • Opportunity to provide brief remarks during the conference
  • Prominent logo placement on program, signage, website, and email communication
  • Exhibit table in premium location
  • 6 complimentary registrations

The Iowa State Conference on Aging is cohosted by Home Modifications Iowa and the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services, Aging and Disability Services Division.

This annual statewide event brings together professionals, policymakers, and community leaders dedicated to supporting aging well in Iowa. Sponsorship helps broaden access to the event, promote collaboration, and highlight innovations that improve the lives of older adults and caregivers.

If you need a W-9 or would like to be invoiced for your sponsorship, please email sydney@homemodificationsiowa.org.

Our inaugural event featured 146 registered attendees with an 86% attendance rate, bringing together professionals from across the state representing clinical, community, and governmental organizations.

Read more

Organizer


Nonprofit Organization Donations Tax Deductible