Alzheimer’s Foundation of America to offer free event in Boise • Idaho Capital Sun

The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America is hosting the Alzheimer’s and Caregiving Educational Conference from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on July 18 at the Springhill Suites Boise at 424 E. Parkcenter Blvd.

The conference is free and open to the public. It is an opportunity for participants to learn from experts in Alzheimer’s disease, brain health, caregiving and self-care, according to a press release. 

“Knowledge is a useful and powerful tool that can help make any situation easier to navigate, especially something as challenging as caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease,” Alzheimer’s Foundation of America President and CEO Charles Fuschillo Jr. said in the press release. “Connecting families with useful, practical information and support that can help them now and be better prepared for the future is what this conference is all about. Whether Alzheimer’s is affecting your family, you are a caregiver, or just want to learn more about brain health, we invite you to join us on July 18.”

Key speakers include:

• Dr. J. Audie Black is the owner and a board-certified clinical neuropsychologist at Idaho Neuropsychology. Black will discuss neuropsychological changes in Alzheimer’s and behavioral strategies for management.
• Judy Taylor, the director of the Idaho Commission on Aging and the chair of the Idaho Board of Nursing, will provide six strategies for caregivers to improve their quality of life for both caregivers and their loved ones.
• Tiffany Robb, health program manager for Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias for the State of Idaho’s Division of Public Health, will offer tips for maintaining brain health and address misconceptions about dementia. 

To register for the conference, visit the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America website.