Your Dementia Roadmap: What to Know at Every Stage of Your Journey
Saturday, November 16, 2024 from 09:00am to 12:30pm
Tempe Center for the Arts
700 West Rio Salado Parkway
Free
Join us to learn about navigating the dementia journey, from early signs to advanced stages, at our 8th Dementia Friendly Tempe Summit.
Whether you're a caregiver, family member, or individual living with dementia, our experts will provide valuable insights and resources to guide you through every stage of the journey.
Don't miss this opportunity to learn, connect, and gain a better understanding of dementia. Come with us to take the first step towards a more informed and empowered approach to dementia care.
Schedule of Events
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM: Registration, Resource Fair, Breakfast
10:00 AM - 12:05 PM: Presentations and Q & A Session
12:05 PM - 12:30 PM: Resource Fair & Raffle
Topics Include:
Early-Stage Treatment Options and Strategies to Enhance Independence
Learn how treatment options are determined with the person and care partner along with ways to keep both engaged and living their best life.
Understanding Changing Behaviors and Building a Support Network in the Moderate Stage
Explore the ever changing cognitive and physical changes that can result in behavioral expressions and how to seek resources to support the caregiver.
Bringing Comfort and Staying Connected until the End
Discover tools you can use to enhance comfort and quality of life during the advanced stages of a loved one's illness. Embrace new ways for you and your family to stay connected and foster meaningful interactions.
Guest Speakers:
- Anna Burke, MD
- Natali Edmonds, PsyD, ABPP
- Maribeth Gallagher, DNP, PMHNP-BC, FAAN