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SUMMARY:Early-Stage Care Partner Support Group FY27
DESCRIPTION:This group is specifically designed for care partners whose loved one has received a recent diagnosis of MCI or is in the early stages of dementia. Get to know other families who are in a similar situation\, while also learning caregiving tips and sharing personal concerns and successes. This group will also include practical resources and guest speakers throughout the year. \nRegister
URL:https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/brain-health/event/early-stage-care-partner-support-group-fy27-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="Insight Memory Care Center":MAILTO:imcc@insightmcc.org
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SUMMARY:Summit 2026: The Movement to Reframe Aging (livestream)
DESCRIPTION:The National Center to Reframe Aging will host Summit 2026: The Movement to Reframe Aging as a free\, virtual event on September 16\, 2026. \nThis livestreamed summit brings together leaders across aging services\, research\, and policy to explore how different sectors can strengthen public understanding of aging and improve the experiences of older adults. \nReframe Aging is a national initiative that provides evidence based communication strategies to help organizations shift public narratives about aging\, reduce ageism\, and promote more accurate\, constructive ways of talking about growing older. \nRegister
URL:https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/brain-health/event/summit-2026-the-movement-to-reframe-aging-livestream/
LOCATION:Virtual
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SUMMARY:MCI Support Group
DESCRIPTION:This group is specifically designed for individuals who have received a recent diagnosis of mild cognitive impairment (MCI) or who are in the early stages of memory loss. Get to know others who are in a similar situation\, learn more about your diagnosis\, and have the opportunity to share personal concerns and successes. \nRegister
URL:https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/brain-health/event/mci-support-group/
LOCATION:Insight – Fairfax\, 3953 Pender Dr #100\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Insight Memory Care Center":MAILTO:imcc@insightmcc.org
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SUMMARY:Advancing Caregiver Support Through Replicable Innovations
DESCRIPTION:With over 63 million caregivers in the U.S.\, aging network organizations need to apply innovative approaches that expand their reach and deliver support in new and effective ways. Join ACL’s National Caregiver Support Collaborative (NCSC) for a webinar showcasing a new resource designed to help organizations identify relevant innovations and learn practical strategies to replicate and scale effective practices. \nHear from USAging\, an NCSC grantee\, and two area agencies on aging as they share examples of successful innovation and actionable steps other aging network organizations can apply to their own work. Attendees will learn how to: \n\nIdentify innovative practices to enhance caregiver programs through USAging’s Caregiver Services and Supports Innovations Hub\nReplicate innovative practices using key implementation considerations and lessons learned from aging network organizations\nAssess the impact and feasibility of scaling innovations\n\nSpeakers \n\nCara Goldstein\, Assistant Director of Caregiving Services and Supports\, USAging\nAllegra Joffe\, Caregiver and Support Services Unit Supervisor\, Fairfax Area Agency on Aging\nErica Marks\, Director of Volunteer Services\, Age Well\n\nAttendees will also have the opportunity to engage in a live question-and-answer session with speakers and learn how to apply and replicate innovative caregiver programs and practices within their own organizations. \nASL and CART services will be provided. Registration is required. \nRegister
URL:https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/brain-health/event/advancing-caregiver-support-through-replicable-innovations/
LOCATION:Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="National Caregiver Support Collaborative":MAILTO:CaregiverCollaborative@acl.hhs.gov
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SUMMARY:Aging into Homelessness: Understanding the Growing Crisis and What Philanthropy Can Do
DESCRIPTION:Older adults are the fastest-growing age group experiencing homelessness in the U.S. Join this webinar to understand what’s driving this crisis and how philanthropy can be part of the solution. A national panel of experts will share the latest data\, detail the unique needs of older adults experiencing housing instability\, and highlight promising interventions in rural and urban areas. \nSpeakers \n\nDr. Dennis Culhane\, University of Pennsylvania\nDr. Jennifer Molinsky\, Harvard University Joint Center for Housing Studies\nDr. David Nelson\, Medical College of Wisconsin\n\nRegister
URL:https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/brain-health/event/aging-into-homelessness-understanding-the-growing-crisis-and-what-philanthropy-can-do/
LOCATION:Virtual
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SUMMARY:Sterling Care Partner Meet-Up
DESCRIPTION:Care Partner Meet-Ups are an informal way for family care partners to meet\, chat\, and get to know one another! You are welcome to stop in and stay as long as you’d like. \nRegister
URL:https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/brain-health/event/sterling-care-partner-meet-up/
LOCATION:Ridgetop Coffee and Tea\, 21631 Ridgetop Cir\, Sterling\, VA\, 20166\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Insight Memory Care Center":MAILTO:imcc@insightmcc.org
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SUMMARY:What Your Senses Can Tell You About Your Brain
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the third installment of our Brain Health Series as we explore the important connection between your senses and your brain. Changes in hearing\, vision\, smell\, taste\, touch\, and even sleep can provide valuable clues about brain health and may influence memory\, thinking\, and overall cognitive function. \nPresented by Lindsey Vajpeyi\, Director of Education and Support\, from Insight Memory Care Center\, this educational discussion will examine how sensory changes affect the brain\, the growing research linking hearing and vision loss to dementia risk\, and practical strategies to support healthy aging. Whether you’re looking to protect your own brain health or care for a loved one\, you’ll leave with a better understanding of how your senses can impact cognitive wellness and what you can do to stay proactive. \nRegister \nFor questions\, please email Hello\, \, Director of Community Outreach\, at KHulbert@kensingtonsl.com.
URL:https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/brain-health/event/what-your-senses-can-tell-you-about-your-brain/
LOCATION:The Kensington Falls Church\, 700 W Broad St\, Falls Church\, VA\, 22046\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Insight Memory Care Center":MAILTO:imcc@insightmcc.org
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SUMMARY:LGBTQ+ Care Partner Support Group
DESCRIPTION:This group is specifically designed for the unique needs\, challenges and experiences of LGBTQ+ care partners for individuals living with dementia. Get to know others in a safe space\, and have the opportunity to share personal concerns and successes. This group is led by Dawn Jefferson. \nRegister
URL:https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/brain-health/event/lgbtq-care-partner-support-group-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="Insight Memory Care Center":MAILTO:imcc@insightmcc.org
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