10:15 am to 11:45 am - Presented by Gary Chapman, PhD, author of Keeping Love Alive as Memories Fade: The 5 Love Languages and the Alzheimer’s Journey.
Get Moving with Chair Fitness
11:45 am to 12:15 pm - Presented by Alexis Perkins, founder and creative director of Chair One Fitness.
DAY TWO | WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 10
Managing Challenging Behaviors in People with Dementia
10:15 am to 11:45 am - Presented by Linda Ercoli, PhD, health sciences clinical professor, Department of Psychiatry and Biobehavioral Sciences at the Semel Institute, director of geriatric psychology-neuropsychology training program and interim director of the UCLA Longevity Center.
A Mind for Music
11:45 am to 12:15 pm - Presented by Tom Sweitzer, MTT, MT-BC, co-founder, creative director and head of music therapy at A Place to Be.
DAY THREE | THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 11
Understanding Young-Onset Dementias
10:15 am to 11:45 am - Presented by Dr. Chiadi Onyike, director of Frontotemporal Dementias Program, director of Young-Onset Dementias Program, co-director of Lewy Body Disease Research Center of Excellence, associate professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences, Johns Hopkins Medicine
The Joy of Using LEGO: Serious Play in Caregiving
11:45 am to 12:15 pm - Presented by Loretta Veney, author of Being My Mom’s Mom and Refreshment for the Caregiver’s Spirit
REGISTER ONLINE
Registration is $15 for access to the entire conference.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
Family caregivers
Volunteers working with older adults
Professionals in aging and related services
WHY ATTEND
Be better prepared to provide care and support at home or in a facility.
Learn new ways to engage individuals with dementia.
Visit with exhibitors who offer supportive services.
Connect with other caregivers.
Earn Continuing Education Units (CEUs) from George Mason University’s Office of Continuing Education. - Additional fee applies
FAQs
How can I request an accommodation for a disability? If you require an accommodation for any type of disability to participate, please call (703) 270-0043. We kindly request seven days advance notice.
How can I contact the organizer with any questions? Contact (703) 270-0043 if you have questions about the conference. Contact nvdcc1@gmail.com if you are interested in reserving a spot as an exhibitor.