National Council of Dementia Minds

10/12/2026

There’s still time to register for tomorrow’s Meeting of the Minds! Join us for this special gathering created exclusively for persons living with dementia or mild cognitive impairment (MCI).

Connect, share experiences, and take part in meaningful discussions in a welcoming and supportive space designed for persons living with dementia or MCI.

Visit our website to learn more about upcoming dates, times, and topics, and sign up for the session that works best for you: https://dementiaminds.org/events/

10/09/2026

Communication is about more than just hearing words. Facial expressions, eye contact, and other nonverbal cues can make a big difference in understanding a conversation.In this video, Joanna shares that while her hearing is just fine, she relies on her sight to help comprehend what she hears. Being able to see a person's face provides important visual cues that can make conversations easier to understand.What helps make conversations easier for you? Share your experiences in the comments.

10/06/2026

10/05/2026

Stay connected with National Council of Dementia Minds throughout the month.

Our upcoming meetings offer opportunities to learn, share experiences, and connect with others. Whatever brings you to the conversation, there’s a place for you.

Visit our website to explore upcoming meetings and find one that works for your schedule. We’d love to see you there!

https://dementiaminds.org/events/

10/01/2026

SAVE THE DATE: Dementia Minds Annual Virtual Fundraising Conference.

This special half-day virtual event brings together three nationally recognized experts in dementia research, care, and education. Featured speakers include Dr. Fayron Epps, a nurse scholar and endowed chair in caregiver research focused on faith-based approaches for African Americans affected by dementia; Dr. Jason Karlawish, a physician, author, medical ethicist, and co-director of the Penn Memory Center; and Dr. Allen Power, a geriatrician, author, and internationally recognized educator specializing in transformational approaches to dementia care.

Each featured speaker will be joined by persons living with dementia as co-presenters, creating a unique event where professional insight meets lived experience.

This special ticketed event brings these voices together to raise funds in support of the mission and continued growth of the National Council of Dementia Minds.

09/24/2026

Feeling safe can make all the difference in communication.

In this video, Monica shares her fear of being unable to communicate when she feels anxious. Her experience is an important reminder for professionals who work with persons living with dementia: effective communication isn't only about the words we use. Creating a sense of safety and allowing time to process and respond are just as important.

Patience, time, and a calm approach can create the space for communication to happen.

What strategies have helped you feel more at ease or supported when communicating in situations that cause anxiety?

09/21/2026

There’s still time to sign up for our next Friends & Family Session happening tomorrow!

This open meeting welcomes persons living with dementia or MCI, care partners, friends, family members, and professionals. Join us for meaningful connection and the opportunity to listen to lived experience experts, persons living with dementia who share their firsthand perspectives.

Visit our website to learn more and register for the session time that works best for you. https://dementiaminds.org/events/