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A virtual conference promoting the growth of dementia-friendly communities in our state
Registration opens August 1: www.tinyurl.com/DementiaFriendlyWA2023 ($15 Community Member, $40 Professional, Scholarships Available)

• CONNECT with others who share your commitment to empowering people with dementia to remain active and connected in the community
• BE INSPIRED by innovative programs and initiatives across the state and nation
• DISCOVER steps to make your community more dementia-friendly

PRE-CONFERENCE VIRTUAL “HAPPY HOUR”
Monday, September 18 | 4 – 5 p.m.
Experience “Dementia Friends,” a 1-hour info session that you can use to bring dementia awareness to your communities

TWO-DAY VIRTUAL EVENT:
Tuesday, September 19 | 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Wednesday, September 20 | 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.

OPTIONAL IN-PERSON NETWORKING EVENTS:
Tuesday, September 19 | Afternoon, Various
Meet up with conference attendees for a fun networking event in various parts of the state! View website for info.

CONFERENCE HIGHLIGHTS:

• Learn about the Dementia Friendly America approach to making your
  community more dementia-friendly
• Discover dementia-friendly programs you can offer in your senior center,
  library or faith community
• Explore culturally-tailored dementia awareness initiatives and programs
• Meet the nationwide winners of the 2023 Maude’s Awards for Innovations in Alzheimer’s Care
• More info on event schedule and speakers: www.tinyurl.com/DementiaFriendlyWA2023

This conference is for anyone who wants to take action to make their own community more dementia-friendly, including people with dementia, caregivers, and people who work in a variety of public settings:

• Aging and senior services
• Arts and culture
• Chambers of commerce
• City government
• Community centers
• Cultural associations
• Faith communities
• Libraries
• Neighborhood groups
• Parks and recreation
• Service clubs
• Social or health care services

Dementia Friendly Conference Flyer