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Demystifying Dementia: Untangling the Unknown
Demystifying Dementia: Untangling the Unknown
Event Overview
Join Successful Aging AZ for a free, comprehensive educational conference designed to empower families, caregivers, and individuals with the knowledge, confidence, and practical tools needed to navigate the challenges of dementia. Attendees will gain valuable insights from leading experts, learn strategies for meaningful caregiving and proactive planning, and enjoy a complimentary lunch.
Event Details
Date: Saturday, September 19th
Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Cost: Free to attend (Includes complimentary lunch)
Location: Fountain of the Sun - Activity Center, 8001 E. Broadway Rd., Mesa, AZ 85208
Registration: successfulagingaz.com/conference
What You Will Learn
By the end of the day, participants will have the tools to:
Recognize and better understand the cognitive and behavioral changes that occur with dementia.
Provide individualized, effective care with greater empathy, understanding, and confidence.
Build meaningful connections that enhance quality of life for both caregivers and loved ones.
Plan proactively by empowering the right people at the right time to manage assets, honor wishes, and provide peace of mind.
Session Schedule & Keynote Speakers
Estate Planning: Untangling the Legal Pieces Before They’re Needed
Speaker: Heather Parker – Estate Planning Attorney
Summary: Your estate plan is the legal toolbox guiding everything you have, for everyone you love, at every stage of life. Learn how to ensure your legal documents clearly reflect your wishes and protect your family's future.
The Courage to Know - Facing Cognitive Change Together
Speaker: Dr. Dani Cabral – Alzheimer’s Specialist Neurologist and Psychiatrist
Summary: Discover what becomes possible when we have the courage to seek answers early. Learn how understanding brain changes can strengthen relationships, support proactive planning, and open doors to growth and transformation.
Still Me: Meaningful Engagement at Home
Speaker: Jessica Major – Dementia Care Practitioner and Champion
Summary: Explore practical communication techniques and adaptable activity strategies designed to reduce stress, strengthen connection, and help your loved one experience purpose, joy, and identity.
Keynote Presentation: How and Why Brain Changes Affect Everyday Behaviors and Routine, and How You Can Adapt to Those Changes for More Successful Daily Outcomes
Speaker: Elaine Poker-Yount – Aging & Dementia Care Specialist, Successful Aging AZ
Summary: Gain a deeper understanding of dementia from the perspective of someone living with the disease. Elaine untangles confusion surrounding behavioral shifts and delivers actionable skills you can apply immediately to make daily life and connection easier for everyone involved.
Directions & Entry Instructions
Fountain of the Sun is located within a gated community.
Enter through the main gate on Broadway Road.
Follow 80th Street straight ahead to reach the Activity Center.
Contact Information
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 480.203.8548
Event Links
Tickets: https://go.evvnt.com/3767893-0
