Sneak Peek - 2026 Sunflower Fair Program
We hope you will enjoy our informative speakers at the Sunflower Fair. Here is a Sneak Peek at the program
Opening Keynote
Opening Keynote Speaker: Mark Fetterhoff—Senior Advisor with AARP’s National Fraud Watch network, speaking on “National Perspective on Fraud and Scams”
Closing Keynote
Closing Keynote: Ronnie Williams—Technology Training Coordinator and A.I. Expert at Greenbush, speaking on “Artificial Intelligence - What Kansans Should Know”
Workshops
Morning Workshops: 10:20 a.m. – 11:15 a.m. Pick one.
Afternoon Workshops: 1:30 p.m. – 2:25 p.m. Pick one.
1. “Kansas Healthcare: Life, Liberty, and Rural Healthcare Happiness.” – (Morning) Jaron Caffrey with the Kansas Hospital Association, James Kirkbride, Chair of the Sunflower Health network and moderator Karen Mayse provide facts and perspectives about rural healthcare issues in Kansas.
2. “Fraud and Scam Schemes: Your Stories, Your Questions.” – (Morning) Mark Fetterhoff of AARP and elderrlaw attorney Paul Shipp host this Q&A session to share stories about fraud schemes and scams..
3. “Guarding the Health of Your Furry Friends--Nutrition for Your Dog and Cat.” – (Morning) “Dr. K” from Wildcat Vet Services discusses the food we feed our pets to keep them healthy and happy.
4. “Tai Chi: Philadelphia Freedom-Moving for Mind, Body, and Spirit.” – (Morning) Lorelle Boxler and Mary Holeman demonstrate Tai Chi exercises for fun and health.
5. “Phone Technology: Let Freedom Ring-Making Your Phone Your Best Friend.” – (Morning) Traci Hembree, a technology educator from Greenbush, helps you learn ways your phone can be your friend.
6. “An Update on Veterans’ Benefits for America’s Heroes.” – (Morning) Michelle Sweeney and Eric Rohleder discuss the latest on VA Healthcare Benefits.
7. “Dementia: Lest You Forget-Pathways After Diagnosis” – (Morning) Michelle Niedens discusses information and considerations following a new diagnosis, as well as challenges experienced.
8. “Cybersecurity: A Call to Arms to Protect Your Information and Finances.” – (Afternoon) Chad Copeland will tell you how to spot scams, spoofs and fraud when you use technology.
9. “Elder Financial Abuse: Protecting Your Life, Liberty, and Financial Security.” – (Afternoon) Paul Shipp veteran elderlaw attorney and advocate for older Kansans will review what to know from scam schemes perpetrated by fraudsters near to you and those from scammers farther away. .
10. “Estate Planning and DPOA Basics: Your Final Declarations to Have Things Your Way.” – (Afternoon) Alex English from Kansas Legal Services will discuss Durable Powers of Attorney.
11. “ Protect Your Brain, Preserve Your Independence-America 250 and Stroke Prevention.” – (Afternoon) Dr Britton Zuccarelli, MD, will provide the latest in useful information about preventing strokes and how to reduce adverse impacts on the lives of individuals and families.
12. “Food As Medicine: The New American Revolution.” – (Afternoon) Dr. Paola Paez will provide important and useful food facts as she demonstrates how nutrition can support healthful aging.
13. “ Forging Your Dementia Battle Plan-The Tough Stuff of Dementia” – (Afternoon) Michelle Niedens discusses challenges experienced during the dementia experience.
For more information on the 2026 Sunflower Fair, including links to register, please click here for our Sunflower Fair main page.
