HEADTalks Series
Join us monthly for engaging conversations with leading experts in dementia care, research, and support.
All HEADTalks are held at Amy's Place on the third Wednesday of the Month.
Suggested Donation: $20 per person
Donations accepted on-site by cash, check, or credit card.
See upcoming info about upcoming talks below!
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360-671-3316 or Director@dementiasupportnw.org
July 15th, 2:00 - 4:00 pm
Fall Prevention in the Home and Community
Panel - Tammy Bennett, Hilary Walker, Aly Robinson & Alison Laskay
Whatcom County Health Health and Community Services, Stay Home Improvements, The Wandering OT & ...
As we age, there is an increased risk for falling. Our panelist will present comprehensive approaches to fall prevention for older adults. Their presentation will discuss the general risk factors, the role of strength and balance training in maintaining stability, specific environmental factors that may contribute to risk, and community efforts and risk reduction inside and outside the home.
August 19th, 2:00 - 4:00 pm
Advance Care Planning
Speaker - Bree Johnston
Skagit Regional Health
Hear from Bree Johnston, MD, about Advance Care Planning. Johnston practices Palliative Care, earning her MD from the University of California School of Medicine.
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Listen as she discusses how to plan for the future as a caregiver for a friend or loved one living with Dementia.
HEADTalks Coming Up...
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Dementia and Driving Safety
September 16th, 2026
Moving away from Isolation: Resources for Socialization
October 21st, 2026
Reducing Dementia Risks
November 18th, 2026