13th Annual Positive Aging Conference & Resource Fair
Fuel your mind, spirit, and life for what’s ahead!
Wednesday, June 24, 2026
Temple Emanuel, Denver
9:00am – 3:00pm
Keynote
Conference Agenda
Thriving While Aging: Empowerment through Knowledge and Compassion
Dr. Samantha Farro, Director of Behavioral Health and Integrated Programs – University of Colorado School of Medicine Division of Geriatric Medicine
9:00 – 9:45am: Check-in, Light Breakfast & Resource Fair
9:45 – 11:00am: Welcome & Keynote
11:15 – 12:15pm: Breakout Workshops
12:15 – 1:00pm: Lunch & Resource Fair
1:15 – 2:15pm: Breakout Workshops
2:30 – 3:00pm: Wrap-Up & Dessert Reception
Workshop Choices
Each workshop is offered twice—once in the morning and again in the afternoon.
The Polypharmacy Paradox: Navigating the Fine Line Between Treatment and Toxicity
Presenter: Dr. Esther Mizrachi, Emergency Physician and the founder of SilverCare
Workshop Description: As we grow older, our bodies change—and those changes can affect how we respond to medications. We’ll explore what happens in the body as we age, how taking multiple medications can become a concern, and why polypharmacy matters. Learn practical, easy-to-understand tips for anyone to use to help reduce the risk of medication-related side effects and stay safer and healthier.
About Dr. Mizrachi, M.D.: Esther Mizrachi is a board-certified emergency physician and the founder of SilverCare, a concierge geriatric practice in Denver, which provides acute care home visits. Her extensive background includes serving as Core Faculty and Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York and leading national geriatric initiatives as former Geriatric Committee Chair for US Acute Care Solutions.
A graduate of the Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Dr. Mizrachi completed her residency at Northwell Health, a premier institution for Geriatric Emergency Medicine. She is a recognized leader in her field, having served on the faculty of the Geriatric Emergency Department Collaborative and the board of Shalom Park Nursing Home. Today, she balances her concierge practice with clinical work in the emergency department, continuing her mission to elevate the standard of care for the aging population in the Denver metro region.
Move with Confidence: Reducing Fall Risk and Building Stability
Presenter: Michael Harmon, MPT, Legacy Healthcare Services
Workshop Description: Falls are one of the most common and often preventable health concerns as we age. Join an engaging, down-to-earth session focused on building better balance, strength, and confidence in everyday movement. We’ll take a closer look at why falls happen, how natural changes in our bodies can affect stability, and simple, proven ways to reduce fall risk at home and out in the community.
Learn easy exercises, helpful home safety tips, and everyday habits that support mobility and independence. Whether you want to stay active, protect your health, or help care for a loved one, this session offers practical tools you can start using right away to feel steadier, stronger, and more confident.
About Michael Harmon: Michael was born in Monrovia, Liberia, raised in Wilmington, Delaware, and has lived in Denver since 2000, when he earned his Master’s in Physical Therapy from the University of Delaware. With more than 25 years of experience, he brings a compassionate, patient-centered approach to outpatient orthopedic care. Michael specializes in joint conditions of the shoulder, knee, foot and ankle, as well as low back, neck, and soft tissue issues.
Think Your Affairs Are in Order? - Learn What You May Have Missed!
Presenter: Jill Wisehart, Founder of Exit Elegantly
Workshop Description: You have created a will, organized important documents, and shared your wishes with loved ones. But are your affairs truly in order? Many people are surprised to discover there are critical details they may have overlooked. In this informative and practical session, you’ll be guided through the often-missed aspects of planning for life’s transitions.
From organizing essential information and clarifying decision-making roles to preparing for unexpected changes, this workshop will help you identify gaps and take simple, meaningful steps toward greater peace of mind. Whether you are planning for yourself or supporting a loved one, you will leave with helpful insights and practical tools to ensure your plans are as complete and thoughtful as possible.
About Jill Wisehart: Jill is the person friends and families naturally turn to during times of illness, loss, and major life transitions. That calling led her to found Exit Elegantly, where she supports individuals and families as they navigate complex and emotional changes with clarity and care.
Drawing on both professional expertise and personal experience—having guided her own parents and grandparents through end-of-life transitions—Jill understands how overwhelming these moments can be without proper planning. She became a Certified Death Doula in 2024 and, with her background as a Certified Project Manager, brings a rare blend of compassionate support and practical organization to her work.
Jill excels at managing details, untangling paperwork, and creating order during stressful times, helping families feel supported, prepared, and confident as they move forward.
Ancient Wisdom for Modern Aging
Presenter: Rabbi Kim Harris, B’nai Chaim
Workshop Description: Join this lively and uplifting exploration of aging through the lens of Jewish wisdom and sacred humor. Drawing from Torah and rabbinic teachings across the generations, Rabbi Harris will share how our tradition offers a meaningful roadmap for aging with purpose and joy. How does Judaism approach growing older? What insights have our sages offered about the later chapters of life? Leave with a deeper understanding of the Jewish perspective on aging, along with a smile inspired by laughter.
About Rabbi Harris: Rabbi Kim Harris received her cantorial ordination and Masters of Sacred Music with honors from Hebrew Union College – Jewish Institute of Religion in New York City. A native of Columbia, South Carolina, Rabbi Harris began her career as an educator. Experiences of leading worship at congregations in South Carolina, teaching in the religious school, and serving in a cantorial capacity for the Southeast Region of Women of Reform Judaism inspired her to combine her passion for teaching with her love of Jewish music and liturgy by seeking the cantorate and, later, the rabbinate, earning rabbinic ordination in 2017.
Wellness and Resilience for Changing Times: Everyday Ways to Stay Steady
Presenter: Paula Stephens, Jewish Family Services
Workshop Description: Life can bring ongoing stress and big changes, and it’s important to have simple ways to stay grounded and well. We’ll explore practical, everyday approaches to building resilience and supporting emotional well-being during challenging times. And look at how small choices—like getting better rest, finding moments of humor, and spending time outdoors—can help calm the body, ease stress, and foster a greater sense of balance.
Leave with easy, approachable ideas they can use right away to feel more steady, supported, and resilient in daily life—no matter what changes come your way.
About Paula Stephens, M.A.: Paula Stephens is a resilience and wellness educator with over 25 years of experience helping people cultivate steadiness, meaning, and well-being through life’s transitions. She teaches practical, science-informed skills that support emotional resilience, healthy aging, and a compassionate relationship with oneself—especially during times of stress, loss, or change. Paula currently serves as a resilience instructor with Jewish Family Service, where she facilitates programs focused on mindfulness, self-compassion, gratitude, and coping skills that help individuals age with strength, flexibility, and connection.
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RESOURCE FAIR VENDORS: AgeWise Colorado, Alpine Homecare, Alzheimer’s Association, ANB Bank, BMH-BJ, Chefs for Seniors, Colorado Hebrew Chorale, Councilwoman Amanda Sawyer, Exit Elegantly, Feldman Mortuary, Golden Age Tech Support, Goldy, Humana, JADE – Jewish Association of Death Education, JCC Denver, JFS, Kaiser Permanente, Kavod Senior Life, Legacy Health Services, Metropolitan State University of Denver – Meritus Scholars, Temple Sinai, Valley Beit Midrash, and more!
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