Register now for the only Conference devoted solely to Dementia Care in the state - with a professional track as well as family, friends and caregiver track. This conference is for the entire Wasatch Area. It will be held at the UVU campus, Sorensen Center, just off I-15 in Orem. Transportation and respite will be provided for family caregivers.
"Improving the Journey"
Dementia Care Conference of the Alzheimer's Association
October 28, 2011, UVU Campus, All Day
Speakers and topics for the conference include:
Dr Richard King on early detection and the latest in Alzheimer's research
Dr David Yells on eliminating the stigma of Alzheimer's disease
Matt Townsend on Improving the Journey of persons with Alzheimer's and related dementia
Lori Giovannoni on the Art of Caregiving
Dr Dennis Genebach on the "doctor is in" panel
Teresa Dieringer on compassion fatigue
Kathy Moran on dementia caregiver resources
Pat Jacubiec, foremost expert on the Allen Cognitive program for long term care
Dr Gary Garner on end-of-life Alzheimer's care
Dr Rand Rupper of the VA and GRECC on integrating pharmacology with non-pharmacological care
Todd Cope, Mindy Hill and LuAnn Lundquist on best practices with validation and redirection
And there is more. More speakers, panels, a luncheon, exhibitors and prizes.
In all, 7 CEU's are offered for professionals. CEU registration is $80 by October 1. Cost for registration to others is $20 by October 1. Conference capacity is 300; we are currently 20% enrolled. Please register during the early bird registration period. Costs go up October 3.
Register by calling 801-265-1944
Josh Barlow
Program Services Coordinator
Alzheimer's Association
Utah Chapter
801-265-1944 (office)
801-979-7299 (mobile)
800-272-3900 (toll free)
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