What to Expect

❋ Hear from the Experts

Brea Perry, Director of the Irsay Institute presents “The Social Brain: How Different Kinds of Social Connection Protect Cognitive and Psychological Health”
Members of the Dementia Friendly Bloomington action team will provide updates on what is happening in the area and around the state.

❋ Learn about Community Opportunities

Organizations from around the community share opportunities available to others searching for a place to be involved.
People Living with brain change and care partners share with their experiences and how organizations can better support them and connect to their expertise.

❋ Explore

Attendees will explore what is meaningful to them and what organizations or opportunities might be the best fit.

❋ Eat and socialize

Come for the brain health lunch and connect with others in the community who are also seeking to support Dementia Friendly opportunities.

Quiet Room is available for those who need a break.

Lunch is provided and ALL are welcome!

General Agenda

9 am. Registration and Welcome

Community Updates and Announcements

‍ 10am. Keynote Speaker - Brea Perry

The Social Brain: How Different Kinds of Social Connection Protect Cognitive and Psychological Health

11am. Panel of People Living with Dementia and Care Partners

Connection and Meaning with a Changing Brain

1145am. Lunch and OCRA Awards

Sponsored by Bell Trace, Comfort Keepers and Elder’s Journey and Simplified Eldercare

1245pm. Panel of organizations

The Many Faces of Connection and Meaning

130pm. Community Workshop

‍ ‍. Exploring and Building Connections and Meaning in Bloomington

3pm. Closing Remarks and Adjourn

October 22 | 9am-3pm