Senior Expo & Health Fair
The Senior Expo and Health Fair will be Wednesday, May 21, 2025 in the Donald Shook Student Center. This free event will feature many local vendors.
The purpose of the event is to provide information to adults 55 years old and over, promote health awareness through education and prevention, and to provide information about available programs and services in our area.
Area seniors, who are 55 and older, can receive free health screenings, listen to speakers on various topics and win prizes. The event is in the College’s gym. Elevator and shuttle services from parking lots to the building will be available for our patrons.
For more information, contact External Relations Executive Administrative Assistant Cynthia Cubas at 636-584-6742.
What to Expect
Expect over 50 vendors, including health care and human services, local businesses, not-for-profits, community clubs, and service organizations.
Expect health screening to include:
- Blood pressure
- Balance and strength
- Thermal scan for neuropathy
- Hemoglobin a1c point of care
- Lipid testing
- Oral cancer screening
- Blood test for colorectal cancer
- Vision screening
Presentations
The 2025 Senior Expo & Health Fair on-site presentations schedule:
| Time | Vendor | Presentation |
|---|---|---|
| 9:15 a.m. | Aspen Valley Senior Homes | “Boosting Brain Health” |
| Information, education, and practical take home ideas for improving and maintaining cognitive function through daily activity, nutrition, and socialization. Nancy Carter is a speech-language pathologist specializing in dementia. | ||
| 9:50 a.m. | MERCY | “Palliative Care” |
| What is Palliative Care? How do I know if I need palliative care? | ||
| 10:25 a.m. | Missouri SHIP | “A Quick Look at 2025 Medicare Changes” |
| The presentation will focus on Medicare changes for 2025 and effective plans to save money on Medicare Services. Missouri SHIP is Missouri’s State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP). We provide free, confidential, unbiased health insurance counseling to Medicare-eligible Missourians and their families, caregivers, and professionals. Trained and certified counselors help Missourians make informed choices about their Medicare options and understand their benefits. Enabling consumers to make informed decisions may improve their access to health care and better health. | ||
| 11:00 a.m. | Axes Physical Therapy | “What is Dizziness?” |
| Dizziness is one of the leading symptoms that causes older adults to see their physician. This presentation will cover all things related to dizziness. What is dizziness? What causes dizziness? What should I do if I have dizziness? | ||
| 11:35 a.m. | Thrivent Financial/Foster Closet | “How Will Taxes Affect Your Retirement?” |
It’s critical to have a solid understanding of the tax status of investments to make informed decisions and avoid paying more than the fair share. In this seminar, attendees learn:
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2025 Sponsorships
If you are interested in sponsoring or participating as a vendor for the 2025 Senior Expo & Health Fair, please contact Cynthia Cubas at 636-584-6742 or cynthia.cubas@eastcentral.edu.
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