H.A.R.D. Conversation Conference

Welcome Now

Samantha-Rae Mclean, Marketing Director

Shelter Island Homecare Agency

Russell and Jennie Smith, Directors

Shelter Island Homecare Foundation

Estate Planning Essentials Now

Laura Dunathan, Esq. & Anne Goodale

Dunathan | Goodale Attorneys PC

An overview of the essential estate planning documents — the Will, Health Care Proxy, Living Will, and Power of Attorney — along with a review of long-term care planning, including Medicaid rules and the role of trusts.

What If It Were a Great Conversation? Now

Shelley Tupper

Shelley Tupper Coaching

A mindset for HARD Conversations.

Sponsored by Brand Harbor

Supporting Quality of Life Wherever You Call Home Now

Mary Crosby, RN, MPH, CHPN · President & CEO

East End Hospice

An overview of hospice care: who it's for, when it's appropriate, and how it supports patients and caregivers, with a look at early involvement, advance care planning, and aging in place.

Funding for Alzheimer’s and Dementia Now

Jennifer S. Roth · In Home Respite Facilitator, Volunteer Coordinator
Jeannie Doherty-Benckwit · RN, VP Community Partnerships

Parker Jewish Institute for Health Care and Rehabilitation

The Parker Jewish Institute for Healthcare & Rehabilitation offers specialized quality care as a Nursing Home, Rehabilitation Center, Dialysis Center in addition to an array of community health programs including Homecare, Hospice, and a Dementia grant funded by the New York State Department of Health; Willing Hearts, Helpful Hands.

Fraud Protection & Elder Abuse Now

Valentina Herrera Castaño · J.P. Morgan Private Client Advisor
Kate Travers · Chase Community Manager

Chase Bank

Practical tools for caring for aging loved ones: how to talk about scams they may be vulnerable to, plus checklists and guidelines to help you plan important conversations with confidence.

Shared Experiences of Caregivers Now

Eugene Allen, LNHA · Administrator of Health Services

Peconic Landing

Jeffrey Ash, Merly Ash, Francisco “Jong” Palo ·

Shelter Island Homecare Agency

Four professional caregivers share honest stories from their work with older adults, including the challenges, the breakthroughs, and the moments that stay with them. This panel offers families an inside look at what quality care really looks like and what to ask for when it's time to bring support into the home.

Financial Organization Before It’s Too Late - A CFP’s Guide for Aging Parents and Their Adult ChildrenNow

Melissa Murphy Pavone, CFP, CDFA · Founder

Mindful Financial Partners

Creative Resources for Seniors Now

Wendy Weiss · Executive Director

East End Arts

This session will discuss the importance of creativity for aging populations and how activating creativity is more accessible than ever.

Living with Disability Now

Elka Rifkin · Founding Member

Access for All

This session will focus on disability and aging, the physical and social barriers that one might face, and how to advocate for oneself when encountering a lack of accessibility or inclusion at a business or event.

Butterfly Blitz Now

The Butterfly Effect Project

BEP’s Butterfly Blitz is their very own majorette team, bringing together dynamic movement, acrobatic elements, and powerful percussion. Their performance celebrates the unity, confidence, and resilience of our youth while embodying the energy and spirit at the heart of The Butterfly Effect Project.

Homecare: Do You Need It, What Is It, Planning, and Levels of Care Now

Prima P. Evangelista, BSN, RN · Director of Patient Services

Shelter Island Homecare Services & Foundation