Connect with community resources and forward-thinking perspectives in all areas of life including housing and care, relationships, health and wellness, finances, and legal planning. The 2022 Embrace Aging Forum presented by Chambliss Law will feature keynote speaker Tembi Locke, actress and author of New York Times bestseller From Scratch. The book explores Tembi's journey as caregiver to her late husband and will be released as a Netflix series later this year.

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Keynote Speaker

Tembi Locke

Care for the Caregiving

Actress and New York Times Bestselling Author

We welcome our distinguished keynote speaker, Tembi Locke. She is an American actress known for her roles in The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, The Magicians, Proven Innocent and NCIS: LA. She is also the author of New York Times Best Seller From Scratch, a memoir about her journey as a primary caregiver for her late husband and the importance of creating community when it matters most. From Scratch is being adapted as a Netflix limited series produced by Reese Witherspoon, which will be released later this year.

June 28, 2022 - Embrace Aging Forum Schedule

8:30 a.m.                  Registration opens

9-9:30 a.m.               Networking, light breakfast and exhibits

9:30 a.m.                  Welcome and Opening Remarks - Westin Chattanooga Ballroom

10-11:15 a.m.           Breakout Session 1 - River Room

Topic: Planning to Protect Your Finances and Assets
Engage in a lively and interactive discussion on the importance of planning ahead to protect your assets – for both you and for your family.  We will talk about topics such as insurance, legal considerations, and home/living arrangements. Your guides for this discussion will explore what seem like complex and intimidating topics in a way that will empower you to be able to improve planning for you and your loved ones.
 

Presenters:
- Andy Muldoon, Senior Vice President, The Trust Company
- Shelton Chambers, Estate Planning and Tax Team Of Counsel, Chambliss Law
 

10-11:15 a.m.           Breakout Session 2 - Ballroom A

Topic: Living Your Best Life: For You & Your Loved Ones
Engage in a lively and interactive discussion on topics such as hospice, living wills, end-of-life care, family communication and more. This session will also explore healthcare and pressing questions around Medicare. Your guides for this discussion will explore tough topics with warmth and care while integrating questions from guests to help improve your overall outlook for yourself and in caring for others.

Presenters:
- Tracy Wood, President and CEO, Alleo Health

- Dr. Greg Phelps, Chief Medical Officer, Alleo Health
- Amy Boulware, Elder Law Care Manager, Chambliss Law

11:15-11:30 a.m.      Break, exhibits open

11:30 a.m.                Lunch + Keynote presentation

1-1:15 p.m.              Break, exhibits open

1:15-1:45 p.m.         Book signing with Tembi Locke

Book Signing with Tembi Locke

The 2022 Embrace Aging Forum has partnered with Chattanooga independent bookstore The Book and Cover for a special book signing with Tembi. Buy From Scratch directly from The Book & Cover on site and then stick around for the book signing with Tembi after her presentation.

Learn more about the special book signing session.

This unique event will connect you to community resources and forward-thinking perspectives on all areas of life including housing and care, relationships, health and wellness, finances, and legal planning.  

We are proud to announce Tembi Locke, actress and author of New York Times Best Seller From Scratch will deliver the keynote address at this year’s event. Tembi, a fierce advocate for the needs of family caregivers, will speak about her journey as a primary caregiver for her late husband and the importance of creating community when it matters most. Event attendees have the opportunity to meet Tembi and have From Scratch autographed at the book signing offered on-site.

Don’t miss your opportunity to learn how to embrace aging gracefully and confidently. Your registration includes complimentary valet parking, time with exhibitors, light breakfast, breakout sessions, lunch and the keynote presentation.