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Living with Dementia CNY

4th Annual Conference · October 29, 2026

A Full Day of Practical Dementia Care Training for Central New York.

Our mission is to provide access to support, education, resources, and respite for every care partner of someone affected by dementia in Central New York.
Thu 29 October 2026

4th Annual Conference

Living with Dementia CNY Conference

"Lighting the Way: Practical Strategies for Dementia Care"

WhereEmbassy Suites by Hilton, Destiny USA — Syracuse, NY
WhenThursday, October 29, 2026
8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Featured PresenterAdria Thompson, MA, CCC-SLP — Be Light Care Consulting
belightcare.com
Keynote SpeakerAmy Robbins, 93Q
93q.com

A full day built for family and professional caregivers, home care partners, healthcare professionals, and anyone supporting someone living with dementia. Five hours of real-life training covers resistance to care, communication changes, meaningful activities, mealtime support, medical navigation, caregiver burnout, and dignity-preserving strategies — plus a resource fair, networking, and a caregiver Q&A panel.

250+ attendees expected 5 CEU-eligible hours Resource fair
Reserve Your Seat Sponsorship Opportunities $60 per admission · CEU add-on (Social Work or Case Management) $110 · Table sponsor with 1 admission $350

Sponsorships range from the $1,000 Dessert Sponsor to the $10,000 Care Partner Champion presenting level. Commitments are requested by August 31, 2026. Questions? Call (315) 220-0720 or email info@livingwithdementiacny.org.

Where the funds go: proceeds directly support free and reduced-cost admission for family caregivers, our Respite & Renewal Program, and the virtual caregiver support group — so cost is never the reason someone goes without support.