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    Wisconsin State Conference




     


     

    We're excited to announce the Alzheimer's Association Wisconsin Chapter State Conference on May 5-6, 2025. We hope you'll join us at the Kalahari Resort in Wisconsin Dells, this year on a Monday and Tuesday.

    Held annually, the Wisconsin State Conference attracts hundreds of professional and family care providers and is one of the largest and most comprehensive statewide conferences dedicated to Alzheimer's and dementia.

    Conference agenda

    Click here to view your workshop options.

    Keynote Sessions

    Monday, May 5

    9 - 10 a.m. Panel Discussion - 45 Years of Alzheimer’s and Related Dementia Work in WI
    Piero G. Antuono, MD
    Michelle Braun, PhD
    Christopher Koeppl, MD
    Moderator: Becky Reichelt

    Join an esteemed panel of leading doctors and researchers as they reflect on 45 years of progress in Alzheimer's and dementia research. This discussion will explore past breakthroughs, the current state of treatment and care, and the promising future of research and innovation. Gain valuable insights into how far we’ve come, the challenges we still face, and the hope that lies ahead in the fight against this disease.

    12 - 1 p.m. Exploring the Intersection of Hearing Loss, Alzheimer's, and Social Isolation
    Katy Hagmeyer, LCSW, MSW, MsEd, Deaf Inspire

    The complex relationships between Hearing loss, Alzheimer's, and social isolation present unique challenges and opportunities for intervention in aging populations. Hearing loss has been linked to cognitive decline, with emerging research suggesting it may exacerbate Alzheimer's progression by accelerating social withdrawal and isolation. This presentation delves into the intersection of these factors, highlighting how hearing loss can lead to reduced social engagement, potentially heightening Alzheimer's symptoms and impacting overall well-being. We will discuss the implications for cognitive health and suggest approaches for clinicians, caregivers, and policymakers to mitigate these effects. By addressing these interconnected issues, we aim to emphasize the importance of culturally and linguistically accessible services and treatment for hearing loss as a pathway to improve quality of life and cognitive resilience in individuals at risk for or affected by Alzheimers.

    Tuesday, May 6

    8:30 - 9:30 a.m. Nutrition for Optimal Brain Health
    Barbie Boules, RDN, The Cognition Dietician

    This keynote explores how the MIND diet – an eating pattern designed for cognitive health – can improve brain power today, and reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s disease in the future. Participants will also learn how to prepare a nutrient-dense, well-balanced food that’s quick, delicious, and packed with brain-nourishing ingredients. Leave feeling empowered to make eating for brain health simple, tasty, and enjoyable.

    12 - 2 p.m. Putting Alzheimer's in Remission? We are almost there!
    Robert J. Przybelski MD, MS

    This presentation will cover the biomarkers available to accurately diagnose Alzheimer's disease (AD), optimizing patients to get the most benefit from the disease-modifying therapies, new treatments coming to potentially stop AD progression, vaccine development that could prevent AD, how we could "rebuild" the brain of patients in remission, and the what the clinicians must have to realize the benefits of these advances.

    Continuing education credits (CEUs / CEHs)

    The full conference (if you attend all sessions both days) is approved for 9 Continuing Education Hours (CEHs) or 0.9 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) by the University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point (UWSP) continuing education department.

    Participants must attend the full sessions for the entire conference to get full credit of 9 CEHs / 0.9 CEUs.

    Monday = 5.0 CEH / 0.5 CEU
    Tuesday = 4.0 CEH / 0.4 CEU

    Here are a few important details:
    • The CE credit request form will be an online form that we send you AFTER the conference to complete.
    • You'll have a 30-day window from the last day of the conference to complete this application. After 30 days, you'll no longer be able to complete the CEH / CEU application.
    • Each participant must be individually registered to qualify.
    • Attendance is mandatory - you must attend all your selected workshops and keynotes to receive credit. Attendance in the sessions will be recorded and submitted to the UWSP Continuing Education department by the Alzheimer's Association.
    • Each registered attendee must complete a separate online form with a $30 processing fee to UWSP to get CEU or CEH credits. Cost of credits is not included in the conference admission price.
    • It's the individual's responsibility to report CEHs/CEUs earned to their appropriate credential or licensing board.
    • After payment has been received, it will take approximately 3-4 weeks to process the request and send the CEH/CEU certificate.

    Certificate of attendance

    If you only need a certificate of attendance, this will be provided to all registrants after the conference. This certificate does not qualify for continuing education.

    Caregiving award winners

    Courage Award - Larry T. Squiers
    This award recognizes individuals living with memory loss who are role models for others through exemplifying support, education, advocacy, and facing challenges.


    Family Caregiver Award - Steve J Stern
    Recognizes an individual or family who embodies the courage to face the challenges of caregiving, the compassion to ensure dignity for their loved one, and the wisdom to reach out for support.



    Professional Award - Sharon R. Jordan
    Recognizes individuals who bring to his/her profession a dedication that serves as a model to others in this field.



    Care & Support Volunteer Award - Julie Roznowski-Olson
    Awarded to an exceptional volunteer who persistently advances the mission of the Alzheimer's Association, while providing unwavering support to families across Wisconsin.

    Workshop handouts / slides

    The conference will be paperless. Below are links to download handouts and PowerPoint notes for our conference. You may choose to print these and bring them with you to the conference. Please note: not all of the sessions have handouts or PowerPoints, so if you don't see your session below, there are no materials to access beforehand.

    102 - Successful Approaches to Serving the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Community
    103 - Honoring Family Caregivers by Shaping Future Respite Care Opportunities
    105 - This Is My Name; and I want to write it down before I forget it
    106 - Alzheimer's and the Hospice Diagnosis
    107 - Understanding Lewy Body Dementia
    201 - Daily Choices Impacting Our Memory (& Those We Serve)
    202 - Managing Your Power of Choice
    203 - Shaping Our Future: Building Dementia Awareness by Engaging Youth from Kindergarten to College; Slides | Notes | Impact handout | Youth orgs handout | Parent letter | Bingo | Bookmarks
    204 - The Story of the Oneida Nation Alzheimer’s Community Advisory Board Improving Dementia Outcomes Through Community-Based Collaborations
    207 - Not the Same Person Diagnosing and Treating Dementia
    301 - Long-Term Care Supports, Medicaid & Estate Recovery in Wisconsin
    302 - Music and the Brain
    304 - Panel of Experts: Mastering the Skill in Asking for Help; 24/7 Helpline | Online Caregiver Resources | Take Care of Yourself | Gather Your Gear
    306 - Curriculum-Based Programming to Preserve the Brain
    307 - Ethics and End-of-Life Care
    401 - Music Therapy Accessible & Adaptable to All
    402 - When to Ask for Help
    403 - The Life Story: Their Past, the Present and Care for the Future
    405 - Nursing Home Litigation Exposure Creating Individualized Care for Dementia Residents
    406 - Discovering an Easier Path of Caregiving: Finding Acceptance to Change Your Perspective
    501 - Dementia Toolkit; Training slides | Slide notes | Toolkit guide
    503 - Spiritual Wellness for People with Dementia; Slide notes | Spirit handout
    504 - Understanding the Different Types of Home Health Care
    506 - Supporting Grief with Dignity in Families Affected by Dementia; Slide notesTasks handout | Early grief handout