Communicate with Confidence: Speech Therapy & Healthy Communication for Aging Adults

Healthy Seniors Lecture Series: Communicate with Confidence

Communication can change as we age, but there are strategies to help maintain effective communication and participation in everyday life. Learn about common speech, language, voice, cognitive-communication, and swallowing changes, when they may warrant an evaluation, and how speech-language therapy can support communication, confidence, and quality of life. The session designed to help adults stay healthy, active, independent, and engaged as they age and is presented by experts from Midwestern University Clinics.

• Topic: Communicate with Confidence: Speech Therapy & Healthy Communication for Aging Adults
• Date: Tuesday, December 1, 2026
• Time: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
• Location: Downers Grove Public Library
• Presenters: Audrey Bowlds, M.S., CCC-SLP, Clinical Assistant Professor, Speech-Language Pathology and Judy Ball, M.S., CCC-SLP, Clinical Professor, Speech-Language Pathology
• Registration: Please register online for the Communicate with Confidence event. Registration opens Tuesday, November 17, 2026.  
• Contact Information: For more information, please contact Marian B. at 630-515-6449 or mbarla@midwestern.edu.

Healthy Seniors Lecture Series

Practical Tips for Living Well and Staying Healthy

Join Midwestern University Clinics for a five-part educational series designed to help adults stay healthy, active, independent, and engaged as they age.

Presented by experts from Midwestern University Clinics, each session will focus on practical information and strategies you can use in everyday life. Topics will include maintaining healthy vision, caring for your smile, improving strength and balance, supporting healthy communication, and recognizing common age-related eye conditions.

Whether you're looking to stay proactive about your own health or support a loved one, these informative presentations will provide helpful tips, resources, and opportunities to learn from experienced healthcare professionals.

The information presented in these lectures is provided for informational purposes only and is not for use in diagnosing any condition. The information is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, care, or treatment. Always consult your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions regarding any possible medical condition.