AGING MATTERS
An event to provide education, resources, and services that help seniors and their families remain safely in their homes while maintaining a high quality of life.
Friday, July 10, 2026
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
The Alexandria San Carlos | 835 Industrial Road
Guest Speakers
Lars Larsen ChFC®
President of Heritage Financial North
Private Wealth Advisor
Since 2003, his approach to planning has been holistic, encompassing wealth management, retirement & tax planning, portfolio management, legacy, and long-term care planning. As a Financial Planner and Investment Advisor, Lars is an investment fiduciary providing objective advice, always putting his clients' interests first.
Ki
Health & Aging Futurist
Ki is a sought-after speaker on the future of aging, brain capital, and the role of technology in extending healthspan. He is known for translating complex technological and scientific advances into clear, actionable insights, helping audiences understand not just what is coming, but what must be done today to prepare.
Dr. Mehrdad Ayati, MD
Stanford Medical Director
Well-known nationally and internationally in Geriatric Medicine, is a speaker, author, and educator. A Stanford Medical Director at Los Altos and Palo Alto Subacute and Rehabilitation centers and Mehrdad is currently serving as a medical advisor for many nursing facilities and memory care units and assisted living facilities in Northern California.
Steven Hardy, MA, MT-BC
Manager of Hummingbird Project Services
San Francisco and San Mateo Counties
Throughout his career, Steve has worked extensively in Aging Services, Human Services, and Memory Care/Dementia Program Development, where he has served as a collaborator, coach, therapist, and mentor. His work focuses on helping individuals and communities thrive through meaningful engagement, compassionate care, and creative expression.
Stephen McCormick, MFA
Manager of Hummingbird Project Services
South Bay
Stephen brings many years of experience as a theatre educator, advocate, administrator, and practitioner. Prior to joining the Hummingbird team, he served for more than 12 years as the Director of Education and Outreach at the La Jolla Playhouse, where he led the development of innovative engagement programs that brought the power of live theatre to schools, libraries, and senior centers.
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