Free and Open to the Public (Register Below)
Whether you’re caring for a loved one or focusing on your own well-being join Benevilla and over 30 trusted partners from our Enriching Lives Network and guest speaker for a day of valuable information, resources, and connections.
- Community Education Session
In recognition of National Brain Health Month, June is the perfect time to spotlight cognitive wellness. Maribeth Gallagher, DNP, PMHNP-BC, FAAN, Dementia Program Director, Hospice of the Valley will share current insights and practical strategies for understanding the aging brain. - Health and Wellness Resources
- Benefitness Adaptive Gym Demos
- Caregiver Resources
- Door Prizes
To explore 30+ trusted Benevilla Enriching Lives Network partners you can connect with at the event visit: Benevilla Enriching Lives Network
Guest Speaker: Maribeth Gallagher, DNP, PMHNP-BC, FAAN
Dementia Program Director, Hospice of the Valley
- Time: 10:00 to 11:00 with Q&A session afterwards
- Topic: From Clarity to Confusion: Healthy Age-related Brain Changes vs. MCI and Dementia
Forgetfulness can be a normal part of aging—but when could it be something more? Join Dr. Gallagher to learn the difference between normal aging, Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI), and dementia, plus evidence-based strategies to support brain health and recognize early warning signs.Bio:
Maribeth Gallagher, Dr. Maribeth Gallagher is a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with a doctoral degree in nursing. She serves as Director of Hospice of the Valley’s nationally and internationally recognized Dementia Program, where she is dedicated to enhancing quality of life for people living with dementia and the care partners who support them. Dr. Gallagher’s passion for this work is deeply personal, inspired by her own experience accompanying a loved one through the dementia journey.SPECIAL PERK FOR PRE-REGISTERING!
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