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Get Ready for the MCOA Fall Conference at Sea Crest Beach Hotel!

We’re thrilled to invite you to the MCOA Fall Conference, set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Sea Crest Beach Hotel in Falmouth, MA! Located on the picturesque shores of Cape Cod, this venue offers the perfect setting for an unforgettable experience filled with learning, networking, and relaxation.

Why Attend?

Engaging Workshops: Immerse yourself in sessions led by experts, all while enjoying the serene ocean views.
Inspiring Keynote: Join us for Carrie Stack’s keynote, “It Starts with Us,” where we’ll celebrate the incredible impact you have on the older adults in your community.
Networking Opportunities: Connect with fellow professionals in the beautiful surroundings of the Sea Crest Beach Hotel. Share best practices and build lasting relationships in a truly inspiring setting.

About the Venue

The Sea Crest Beach Hotel, nestled in Falmouth, MA, boasts stunning oceanfront views, charming Cape Cod ambiance, and direct access to serene beaches. Whether you’re participating in a workshop or enjoying a refreshment break on the beachside patio, this venue is more than just a backdrop—it’s an integral part of the experience!

Join Us at the Sea Crest Beach Hotel

📍 Sea Crest Beach Hotel, Falmouth, MA
🔗 Room Block SOLD OUT

Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to learn, connect, and relax in one of New England’s most beautiful locations. See you at the Sea Crest Beach Hotel this fall!

2024 MCOA Fall Conference Schedule | Sea Crest Beach Hotel, Falmouth
October 23–25, 2024

Schedule At-A-Glance

Tuesday Activities
4:30-6:30pm	Registration	Nauset Nook
Wednesday Activities
7:30-9:00am	Breakfast	Ocean View Room
8:00am-5:00pm	Registration & Resolution Desk	Nauset Nook
8:00am-5:00pm	Exhibitors Hall	Nauset Exhibit Center
9:00-10:15am	Welcome and Keynote	Ballroom
10:15-10:45am	Break	Nauset Exhibit Center
10:45am-12:00pm	Workshop Session I	See workshop schedule for rooms
12:00-1:00pm	Luncheon	Ocean View Room
1:15-2:30pm	Workshop Session II	See workshop schedule for rooms
2:30-3:00pm	Break	Nauset Exhibit Center
3:00-4:15pm	Workshop Session III	See workshop schedule for rooms
4:30-5:00pm	Annual Meeting	Ballroom
6:00-9:00pm	Dinner & “Celebrate Your Superpower” Party!	Ocean View Room
Thursday Activities
7:30-9:00am	Breakfast	Ocean View Room
8:00am-5:00pm	Registration & Resolution Desk	Nauset Nook
8:00am-5:00pm	Exhibitors Hall	Nauset Exhibit Center
9:00-10:15am	Workshop Session I	See workshop schedule for rooms
10:15-10:45am	Break	Nauset Exhibit Center
10:45am-12:00pm	Workshop Session II	See workshop schedule for rooms
12:00-1:00pm	Luncheon	Ocean View Room
1:00-2:30pm	Plenary Session	Ballroom
2:30-3:00pm	Break	Nauset Exhibit Center
3:00-4:15pm	Workshop Session III	See workshop schedule for rooms
5:30-8:30pm	Dinner & Trivia Night!	Ocean View Room
Friday Activities
7:30-9:00am	Breakfast	Ocean View Room
8:00-10:00am	Registration & Resolution Desk	Nauset Nook
9:00-10:15am	Workshop Session I	See workshop schedule for rooms
10:30-11:45am	Workshop Session II	See workshop schedule for rooms
12:00-1:00pm	Luncheon	Ocean View Room

Special Keynote: Carrie Stack, M.Ed. 🌟

Meet our keynote speaker, Carrie Stack, M.Ed. – a Certified Life Coach, author, and motivational speaker with 25+ years of experience! Founder of the Say Yes Institute (SYI), Carrie will deliver an inspiring keynote, “It Starts with Us: Celebrating the MCOA Community.” Get ready to celebrate your successes, embrace the energy of our community, and discover how much you matter. Learn more about Carrie at sayyesinstitute.com.

Keynote: It Starts with Us: Celebrating the MCOA Community Today is all about celebrating YOU and the larger MCOA community! In this interactive keynote, Carrie Stack will remind us of the positive impacts we’re making on older adults and their families. You’ll learn to take care of yourself while working in a field with infinite need and explore how to utilize the MCOA community as an ongoing source of support, inspiration, and expertise.

Workshop: Building Strong Teams: Supporting Trust and Ownership Teams are essential for success, but we often overlook how to build powerful, productive teams. Join Carrie Stack for this workshop where you’ll gain concrete skills on effective communication, building trust, supporting ownership, overcoming challenges, and celebrating successes. Return to your community with strategies to take your teams to the next level.

New Tracks for the MCOA Fall Conference!

We’re excited to announce new tracks for this year’s Massachusetts Councils on Aging Fall Conference! Tracks are designed to organize workshops into focused categories, helping attendees select sessions that align with their interests.

VIEW WORKSHOPS DESCRIPTIONS

Discover sessions on:

Healthy Aging: Focuses on physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Includes topics like dementia care, chronic disease management, nutrition, fall prevention, and end-of-life planning.

Community Connections: Topics include caregiver support, intergenerational programs, volunteer opportunities, community partnerships, and creative aging initiatives.

Professional Development: Offers a wide range of sessions to enhance professional skills. Topics include leadership, marketing, finance, HR, program development, evaluation, strategic planning, advocacy, grant writing, technology, and self-care.

Social Support & Isolation: Topics include elder abuse prevention, financial security, healthcare benefits, legal and estate planning, ageism, LGBTQIA+ issues, diversity and inclusion, and strategies to combat loneliness and isolation.

Livability, Mobility, & Accessibility: Create age-friendly communities that promote independence and quality of life, including transportation, digital equity, and community desgin.

Welcome to the MCOA Fall Conference!

The MCOA Conference App is your go-to resource for navigating the event and making the most of your experience. Here’s what you can do with the app:

Personalize Your Schedule: Build your own agenda with sessions, workshops, and networking events.
Access Event Information: Quickly find venue details, session descriptions, and speaker bios.
Engage with Other Attendees: Connect with peers and share insights through the app’s networking features.
Get Real-Time Updates: Stay informed with instant notifications about schedule changes, special announcements, and more.
Participate in Interactive Sessions: Use live polls and Q&A features to actively engage during presentations.
Explore Exhibitors: Discover and connect with exhibitors, and even schedule meetings right through the app.
Navigate the Event: Access maps and directions to easily find your way around the venue.

Ready to enhance your conference experience? Download the MCOA Conference App now from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store!

Downloading and installing the MCOA Events app is a breeze! Just follow these simple steps:

Visit Your Phone’s App Store: Whether you’re using an iPhone or an Android device, head over to your respective app store.
Search for MCOA Annual Conference: Once you’re in the app store, use the search function to find the MCOA Annual Conference app. You can also scan the QR codes provided for quick access. (Look for our Logo!)
Get or Install the App: When you find the app, simply tap on the “GET” or “INSTALL” button to download it to your phone.
Open the App and Sign In: After the app is installed, open it up. You’ll find the sign-in option at the top right corner. Make sure to sign in using the email address you used to register for the conference.
Enter the Access Code: Follow the on-screen instructions to check your email for the Access Code. Once you have it, enter it into the app.
You’re In!: Congratulations, you’re now logged into the MCOA Annual Conference app as an attendee! From here, you can explore workshops, view schedules, access FAQs, and connect with other attendees through direct messaging and a symposium socila feed.

Don’t miss out on this valuable resource for the conference. Download the app today from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store!

MCOA is pleased to offer workshops, events and trainings, and does have costs associated with these events.

Attendees who have registered for any MCOA function, may cancel up to the closing date deadline (October 1, 2024). If you are unable to attend our function, we request notification prior to the closing date deadline (October 1, 2024). Registrants may send an alternate person to the event. After that time, MCOA is obligated to the caterer and speaker for the costs incurred and will pass along that cost to the registrant. A registrant who has cancelled before the closing but paid for the function will be able to apply the fee towards the next function. Cash will no longer be accepted onsite. Attendees (and their organizations) with a history of unpaid invoices will not be allowed to attend any event without prior payment. To cancel, please submit your cancellation in writing to Lisa@mcoaonline.com by October 1, 2024, and use the following title in the subject heading: “Conference Cancellation”.