Lafayette Caregiver Conference 2026 – Alzheimer’s Association Louisiana Chapter
Schedule
Wed Mar 18 2026 at 08:00 am to 05:00 pm
UTC-05:00Location
Hilton Garden Inn Lafayette/Cajundome (Lafayette, LA) | Lafayette, LA
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🧠 Lafayette Caregiver Conference 2026 Caring for someone living with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia can be challenging — but you don’t have to navigate it alone. Join the Alzheimer’s Association Louisiana Chapter for a full day of education, resources, and support designed specifically for caregivers and families.
This one-day conference will provide practical tools, expert guidance, and local resources to help caregivers better understand dementia and feel more confident in their caregiving journey.
📅 Wednesday, March 18, 2026
⏰ 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
📍 Hilton Garden Inn – Cajundome
2350 W Congress St, Lafayette, LA
🍽 Breakfast and lunch will be provided
💜 Respite care will be available during the conference for loved ones living with Alzheimer’s or dementia, provided by Right at Home.
✨ Conference Sessions
🧠 Dr. Owen Carmichael, Pennington Biomedical Research Center
The Effects of Diet on Brain Health
💬 Amy Lovell, RN, Right at Home
Responding to Dementia-Related Behavior and Effective Communication
⚖️ Andrew Mims, Oak Grove Estate Planning
Legal Planning for Caregivers: What You Need Before a Crisis
🧭 Dr. Teresa Garrison, CenterWell Senior Primary Care
After the Diagnosis: A Caregiver’s Guide to Navigating Dementia
🏥 Kristi Gullo, The Carpenter Health Network
The CMA GUIDE Model: Empowering Families on Alzheimer’s
Journey
💊 Dr. Gonzalo Hidalgo, Christus Health
Understanding Treatment Options
✨ What to Expect
• Expert-led education sessions
• Practical caregiving strategies
• Legal and planning guidance
• Brain health insights
• Resource tables and local organizations
• Opportunities to connect with other caregivers
Whether you are a family caregiver, healthcare professional, or someone who wants to learn more about dementia, this conference will offer valuable knowledge and support.
🔗 Register today to reserve your spot: bit.ly/3JHN3Lb
or call: 1-800-272-3900
Have questions about the conference? Contact Program Manager Eileen Moynihan at [email protected]
or 504-641-4547 ext. 8038.
This conference is provided at no cost as part of our commitment to supporting caregivers and families.
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Where is it happening?
Hilton Garden Inn Lafayette/Cajundome (Lafayette, LA), 2350 W Congress St, Lafayette, LA 70506-4205, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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