The Empowered Caregiver Conference - Bellevue

Schedule

Mon Sep 28 2026 at 10:00 am to 02:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Administrative Services Building | Bellevue, NE

Practical tools, expert guidance, and support for dementia caregivers from the Alzheimer’s Association.
About this Event

The Empowered Caregiver Conference, presented by the Alzheimer's Association, is designed to support family caregivers, care partners, healthcare professionals, and anyone caring for individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia. This educational and interactive event provides practical tools, expert guidance, and compassionate support to help caregivers navigate the challenges of dementia care with greater confidence and resilience.

Attendees will gain valuable insights into effective communication strategies, managing dementia-related behaviors, promoting independence and safety, reducing caregiver stress, and planning for future care needs. Through engaging presentations and real-world caregiving resources, participants will learn approaches that enhance quality of life for both caregivers and those they support.

The conference also offers opportunities to connect with community resources, hear from experienced professionals, and build supportive relationships with others facing similar caregiving journeys. Whether you are new to caregiving or have years of experience, the Empowered Caregiver Conference provides education, encouragement, and practical solutions for every stage of dementia care.


Agenda

🕑: 09:30 AM
Check - in
🕑: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Communicating Effectively
Host: Ethan Schroeder

Info: Learn how dementia affects communication and gain practical tips for interacting with family, friends, and healthcare professionals.


🕑: 11:00 AM - 11:20 AM
Break
🕑: 11:20 AM - 12:00 PM
Supporting Independence
Host: Maggie Rempe

Info: Strategies for helping individuals with dementia maintain daily activities while balancing safety and independence.


🕑: 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
Free Lunch
🕑: 12:30 PM - 01:15 PM
Responding to Dementia- Related Behaviors
Host: Joel High

Info: This class outlines how dementia can cause changes in a person’s behavior, including how a person may communicate. Learn about the possible reasons for behaviors and ways to address them, including non-medical and medical approaches.


🕑: 01:15 PM - 01:30 PM
Break
🕑: 01:30 PM - 02:00 PM
Community Resources & Advances in Alzheimer's Treatment
Host: Sadie Hinkel

Info: In this presentation you will learn about community resources, available drugs, who may be a candidate for treatment, potential benefits and side effects, and pathways for accessing these treatments.


Where is it happening?

Administrative Services Building, 812 Bruin Boulevard, Bellevue, United States
Tickets

USD 0.00

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