We know your caregiving journey can be challenging in all kinds of ways. That’s why AARP Virginia is proud to be a part of the 3rd Annual Blue Ridge Dementia Care Conference (BRDCC), “Navigating the Challenging Peaks and Valleys of Dementia Care.”
The BRDCC will engage the Loudoun, Clarke, and Frederick counties professional and family caregivers for people living with dementia.
Presenters include:
Sydney Palinkas, a licensed masters social worker with a focus on improving the lives of older adults. Since 2022, Sydney has been the RAFT Dementia Education and Outreach Coordinator at the Regional Older Adult Facilities Mental Health Support Team (RAFT), supporting older adults living with dementia and their families.
Kay Lansford, author of an award-winning blog, Dealing With Dementia, and a money management business, MemoryBanc, which received an Older-Adult Innovation Award from AARP. Kay has appeared on The Dr. Oz Show and shared her advice via The Huffington Post. She’s also the author of a best-selling book, MemoryBanc: Your Workbook for Organizing Your Life.
Rory Clark, elder law attorney with 30+ years’ experience practicing elder law, estate planning, asset protection, Veteran’s affairs, and special needs planning.
Beth Nowak, Family Caregiver.
To learn more and register for the conference, visit “Navigating the Challenging Peaks and Valleys of Dementia Care.”*
*This is not an AARP event. The information you share shall be governed by the host organizations privacy policies.
Hybrid Event: Mazawey Education and Support Center 
