Meeting of the Minds Dementia Conference

The Alzheimer’s Association presents Meeting of the Minds Fourth Annual Hudson Valley Regional Dementia Conference on Thursday, May 17 from 8AM-3PM at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Tarrytown.

The full day conference for caregivers and professionals will include keynote speaker, Daniel Kuhn, LCSW, vice president of education at All Trust Home Care in Illinois and author of The Art of Dementia Care" and "Alzheimer's Early Stages: First Steps for Family, Friends and Caregivers."

This year’s luncheon speaker, Dr. Jessica Zwerling, director of Montefiore Hudson Valley Center of Excellence for Alzheimer’s Disease will present a “Comprehensive Clinical Update in Neurodegenerative Disease."

Breakout sessions throughout the day will cover a variety of topics, including legal and financial issues, healthy lifestyle and eating habits, and tips on stress reduction. Caregivers will have the chance to learn more about mindful and compassionate caregiving, relaxation techniques, and ways to manage challenging
behaviors in those living with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias.

A Spanish round table, “Un junta en español” will also be offered during both morning and afternoon breakout sessions.

*Registration is required*

Deadline for Social Work continuing education hours: Monday, May 7th

Caregiver and family registration deadline: Friday, May 11th

Visit https://bit.ly/2r3g87t for more information.

About the Alzheimer’s Association

The Alzheimer's Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer's care, support, and
research. Our mission is to eliminate Alzheimer's disease through the advancement of research; to provide and enhance care and support; for all affected, and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health. Our vision is a world without Alzheimer's. Visit alz.org or call our 24/7 multilingual Helpline for more information 800.272.3900.