Below you can enjoy the Keynote Speakers and informative Mini Talks from our annual Senior Expos over the last few years. Watch below or click on this link to our YouTube Channel.
Keynote Speaker Belinda Jensen
2025 SENIOR EXPO
Belinda Jensen, Chief Meteorologist at KARE 11, shares her personal journey from growing up "in the sticks" to doing the weather in the KARE 11 backyard for over 30 years, becoming Bel the Weather Girl.
Sponsored by Cuyuna Regional Medical Center
Mini Talk - Senior Volunteer Drivers
2025 SENIOR EXPO
Our first mini talk of the 2025 Senior Expo was presented by Ann Silgen, Executive Director at Interfaith Volunteers.
Mini Talk - Stay Steady: Preventing Falls & Building Balance for a Safer You
2025 SENIOR EXPO
The second mini talk of the 2025 Senior Expo was presented by Chris McCusker PT, Cuyuna Regional Medical Center.
Keynote Speaker Joe Schmit
2024 SENIOR EXPO
Joe Schmit, author, community leader, and sportscaster for KSTP presented Silent Impact. No matter what age you are, you can make a profound impact on your world. In Joe’s presentation helped us to feel inspired to be more aware and intentional to lead a life of significance.
Sponsored by Cuyuna Regional Medical Center
Mini Talk - Introduction to Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia
2024 SENIOR EXPO
Our first mini talk of the 2024 Senior Expo was presented by Jenna Pogorels, LICSW Associate Director of Community Services of Alzheimer's Association.
Mini Talk - Stay Home. Stay Local
2024 SENIOR EXPO
The second mini talk of the Expo was presented by Katelin Hohertz LICSW, Executive Director of Home Instead
Mini Talk - What Hurts? Head to Toe Comprehensive Orthopedic Care
2024 SENIOR EXPO
The final talk at the Expo this year was from Adam English CNP of Cuyuna Regional Medical Center
Keynote Presentation by Don Shelby as Mark Twain
2023 SENIOR EXPO
Don Shelby, former TV Anchor at WCCO in Minneapolis gave his reenactment of America’s best humorist and novelist, Mark Twain, which he has been doing for over 25 years. He is also considered the most honored and decorated local TV journalist in the country.
Mini Talk - Benefits of Annual Wellness Visit
2023 SENIOR EXPO
At our first mini talk this year, Miranda Foy, R.N. of Cuyuna Regional Medical Center shared the importance of an annual wellness visit as we age.
Mini Talk - Benefits of Exercise
2023 SENIOR EXPO
The second mini talk for 2023 was given by Dr. Paul Rud of Essentia Health on the Benefits of Exercise. He gave invaluable insight into why exercise is important for physical and mental health.
Mini Talk - Senior LinkAge Line
2023 SENIOR EXPO
The final mini talk for 2023 was presented by Kathy Krueger, resource specialist, from Minnesota Senior LinkAge Line, an organization that offers free services for older adults and caregivers. Kathy shared the great resources that can be utilized during each step of aging.
Keynote Speaker Don Shelby
2022 SENIOR EXPO
Don Shelby, former TV Anchor at WCCO in Minneapolis was our keynote speaker at the 2022 Expo. This powerful and inspiring address covers his medical issues, his remarkable recovery and the positive attitude that has enabled him to be with us to share this encouraging story.
HIGHLIGHTS OF SENIOR DAYS & EXPO 2022
Keynote Speaker Paul Douglas
2021 SENIOR Power of Aging EXPO
Paul Douglas, TV Meteorologist and business owner was the keynote speaker at the 2021 Expo. His presentation was titled "Life is Like the Weather", touching on meteorology, how his life and career have focused on weather and business, and what he has learned along the way.
Mini Talk
2021 SENIOR EXPO
Crow Wing County Depot Sheriff Andy Galles gave a mini-talk on how to deal with scams aimed at the senior population.
Mini Talk
2021 SENIOR EXPO
Executive Director of Home Instead Senior Care, Deb Cranny, discusses her working experiences with Family Caregivers, and to families that are caring for loved ones on their own. She addresses the commitment, the guilt, the burn out, and the wonderful moments!
Mini Talk
2021 SENIOR EXPO
Norma Hudson, leader of Crow Wing County's "Matter of Balance" initiative presents her mini talk on Fall Prevention.
Mini Talk
2021 SENIOR EXPO
Dr. Kristin Furan-Kriesel, a clinical psychologist, talked about mental health issues focusing on "me, my kids and grandkids".
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