Region IV Area Agency on Aging
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Community Partners in Healthy Aging Summit: Building a Dementia-Inclusive Communities
speakers & education
When?
Thursday, Oct 1
9:00AM - 11:00AM EDT
Where?
In-person
Description
This free, interactive summit is open to anyone - nonprofits, businesses, and community members - who want to learn more about how to build a dementia-inclusive community in Southwest Michigan.
It will include a short presentation focused on understanding dementia, why dementia is a community issue, the impact it has on different groups, and practical ways every sector can support inclusion.
It will include a short presentation focused on understanding dementia, why dementia is a community issue, the impact it has on different groups, and practical ways every sector can support inclusion.
The summit will also feature an interactive panel discussion with community members impacted by a dementia diagnosis.
Additional scheduled dates and topics include:
- Dec. 3: Community Care Hub
- Feb. 4, 2027: Housing & Older Adults: Building Communities Where Everyone Has a Place to Age
- June 3, 2027: Strengthening Support for Family Caregivers