 ICAD - International Conference on Alzheimer's Disease & Related Disorders July 26-31, 2008, Chicago, Illinois The Alzheimer's Association presents ICAD - The International Conference on Alzheimer's disease and Related Disorders. This event brings together the thousands of the leading dementia researchers every two years to engage in a multidisciplinary international exchange of ideas. Learn more at the conference site. National Dementia Care Conference August 24 - 27, 2008 Hyatt Regency Hotel, Garden Grove The 16th Annual Alzheimer's Association Dementia Care Conference is an opportunity for you to connect with dementia care peers and experts from around the country. This year's conference features relevant, timely dementia care information that you can easily apply to the work you do every day. Proudly hosted by the Alzheimer's Association Orange County Chapter in partnership with our National Headquarters. 2008 Regional Alzheimer's Disease Research Conference October 23 - 24, 2008 Irvine Hilton Hotel, Irvine This year’s regional conference features nationally renowned speakers discussing Alzheimer’s Disease,recent research findings and Risk Factors & Commonalities with Other Age-Related Diseases. Take advantage of our Early Bird Registration by September 12 and save $50.To register, please call 949.757.3703, e-mail ashley.barnett@alz.org or fill out the registration card and mail to the Alzheimer’s Association - Orange County Chapter. Early Bird Rates - One Day Registration* Public Policy Forum The annual Alzheimer's Association Public Policy Forum brings together advocates from across the country to meet with legislators who are responsible for deciding how much federal funding Alzheimer research and programs receive. Attendees participate in intensive workshops about Alzheimer policy and advocacy to prep them for their Congressional visits, during which they inform elected officials about Alzheimer's and its potentially devastating effect Alzheimer's disease will have on our country's economy, businesses and citizens. On the eve of the Capitol Hill visits, Forum participants gather for a candlelight vigil on the steps of the Lincoln memorial to honor loved ones who have been affected by Alzheimer's. lm 07.04.08 |
