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COA Public Presentations
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As you look for speaker programs for your group’s meetings this coming year, please consider the Council on Aging — the foremost organization serving seniors, their families, and caregivers.
Council on Aging CEO, Jamie Escoubas, is a dynamic speaker with extensive knowledge of the issues facing Sonoma County’s growing senior population. She has intimate insight into the challenges many seniors face and would appreciate the opportunity to provide your group with information about efforts underway locally to create healthier and happier aging.
Depending on the amount of time your group has available, Jamie will address one or more of the following topics:
Council on Aging Overview
Founded in 1966, the non-profit Council on Aging provides 20 programs to assist Sonoma County seniors with social, financial, and nutritional concerns.
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The State of Aging in Sonoma County
Beyond demographics, Jamie can share both the concerns and successes of those aging here in Sonoma County.
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​Aging Parents
The Council on Aging provides advice and a helping hand as parents age—what to look for, when to be concerned, and assistance when issues arise.
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Meals on Wheels
Council on Aging provides more than 285,000 nutritionally balanced meals each year to home-bound seniors through this county-wide outreach program. For many, it’s their only meal for the day!
The Council on Aging now offers program-specific speakers. Program-specific speakers and topics may include:
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Denise Johnson, Director of Senior Nutrition & Health Services:
Nutrition: Denise holds her Master’s Degree in Exercise Science and holds several nationally accredited certifications. Her expertise and passion are seniors aging healthy through exercise and physical activity. She has been published for her contributions to research three times.
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Leigh Galten, Wine Country Games & Volunteer Recruiter:
Sonoma Wine Country Games: This premier lifestyle and wellness program offers competitive events for people ages 50+—inspiring a healthy and fun aging experience!
Volunteer Opportunities: Council on Aging is always looking for compassionate volunteers. Volunteer opportunities have a wide range of skills and settings. Some of these include weekly help in our main office, kitchen, or Meals on Wheels Department. Other volunteer opportunities can include one-time events such as Wine Country Games.
Jeanie O’Neill, Elder Advocate at Family Justice Center:
Elder Abuse: Our Elder Advocate provides case management services for seniors who may be homeless or victims of violence or elder abuse. The focus is to empower seniors to change their circumstances, stabilize their lives, deal with the criminal justice system, and have the support and protection necessary to achieve these goals.
With more than 130,000 seniors living in Sonoma County now and a projection of 160,000 by 2030, aging issues are especially relevant today. Please contact Jennifer Kulpa, Administrative & Operations Specialist at (707) 525-0143 X100 or jkulpa@councilonaging.com to schedule a presentation with a member of our Speakers Bureau.
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