Seniors

Senior Conference 2026 Coming Up on

Thursday, April 23

8AM - 2PM

Assabet Valley Regional Technical High School

2026 Program Booklet

Meet the 2026 Presenters

  • Rebecca Reber

    Chair Yoga Instructor

    Rebecca started her journey with yoga over 20 years ago before there was music and beautiful spaces to practice in. It was something she craved while working in a stressful corporate environment. In 2015 she knew that her passion needed to grow further and she earned her RYT 200 Certification from YOGAFIT Worldwide. Rebecca carried other certifications such as Reiki, Ageless Grace, SAIL and Silver Sneakers and has been inspired daily by her 93 year old mother who still enjoys a weekly chair yoga class. Rebecca uses breath-work, spiritual readings, and loving guided movements throughout her practice.

  • Linda Corbin

    Zumba Instructor

    Linda is a certified Group Fitness Instructor with an additional certification in Zumba. She has been teaching Zumba at the Hudson Senior Center since 2014. Linda invites you to join her Zumba Class. All ability levels are welcome!

  • Ellen Feinsand

    Chair, Acton Council on Aging Board

    Ellen Feinsand spent her career in the financial services industry helping people save for, transition to, and live in retirement. In 2014, she expanded her work to include advocating for seniors and earned a Certification in Gerontology, management of Aging Services, from the University of Massachusetts in 2015. Prior to that, Ellen founded D & G Consulting, Inc. in 1997, worked at Fidelity Investments from 1986 – 1997, and previously for a division of Traveler’s Insurance. Ellen has an MBA from Boston University, an MA from Tufts University, and a BS from State University at Albany.

  • Holly Kuovo

    Founder of FittingFitnessIn

    Holly Kouvo is passionate about reigniting the lives of aging Americans through simple fitness shifts that help them retain their independence and increase their daily joy. She is an instructor, advisor, media resource, and public speaker who lives the lessons she teaches, and always finds a way for Fitting Fitness In®, which is also the name of her company.

    Holly has 20+ years of experience in Fitness and Motivational Speaking.

  • Ed Donelly

    External Affairs Director, AT&T

    Ed is the Director of External Affairs for AT&T, overseeing the public policy strategy for AT&T in Massachusetts and Rhode Island and leading community engagement activities in these states. Prior to joining AT&T in 2018, Ed served as the Deputy Director of the Massachusetts Broadband Institute and chief of staff to the Massachusetts Technology Collaborative, supporting the Commonwealth’s efforts to bring broadband service to 54 towns in rural western and central Massachusetts.  Ed also served as an Assistant Attorney General in the Office of the Massachusetts Attorney General from 2010-2015, working in both policy and litigation roles.  Additionally, Ed served as a Special Assistant District Attorney in the Roxbury Division of the Boston Municipal Court while in the Office of the Attorney General. 

  • Charlie Pasewark

    KW Boston Metrowest

    A highly experienced Senior Real Estate Specialist® with over 15 years of expertise in residential properties, Charlie is known for offering insightful guidance and tailored solutions to meet each client's individual needs.

    His patient & empathetic approach ensures that clients feel understood, valued, and confident when they are faced with making these important decisions. Whether he’s working with “First-time home buyers" or “Last-time home sellers" Charlie is committed to providing exceptional service while building long lasting and trusted relationships.

  • Paul Giardina

    The Romeo Solo

    Paul Giardina on guitar, is a member of the former Oldies Rock`n Roll/Country group Flashback Band from Marlborough, MA. The Romeo Solo is an entertainer as well as a musician, providing an interactive show with his audience. He features a wide variety of acoustic/electric, Folk, Rock`n Roll music from the 50`s-80`s, and Country music.

    Many songs are great dancing and sing along songs for all ages. Paul has experience playing at Festivals, Parties, Farmers Markets, Skybokx 109 Bar and Grill, Boston Red Sox, Lost Shoe Brewery, Marlborough Country Club, Breweries, Veteran`s Clubs, 55 and over Community Living Associations, and Senior Centers throughout Metro West.

  • ArtSpace

    Artistic Organization in Maynard

    Located at:

    74 Main st. (Office, 9 studios, Barbara Erwin Gallery)

    77 Main st (Classes, workshops, Alcove Gallery)

    9 Nason st (7 studios, Shared Workspace and coming soon – Membership Lounge)

    They are dedicated to expanding community engagement through exhibition opportunities, classes, workshops, and a membership program.

  • Wendy Ulin-Linden

    Educator, Alzheimer’s Association

    Wendy Linden is a volunteer community educator with the Alzheimer’s Association of MA/NH. She is Chief Marketing Officer at Hebrew College in Newton, Mass, where she has worked since 2015. Previously, she held higher-ed marketing positions at Clark University, Boston University Law School, Stanford Law School and American Jewish University. She is a graduate of Brown University and has a master's degree from USC's Annenberg School of Communication.

Recap of 2025 Conference

Recap of 2025 Booklet

Have questions?

Email: Bianca.DeSousa@MaSenate.gov