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2025 Gulf Coast Caregiver Conference
Thursday, June 26th 8:30am-3:00pm
MGCCC Hospitality Center
420 Debuys Rd.
Biloxi, MS 39531
We are excited to announce that the Alzheimer's Association Caregiver Conference will be returning to the Gulf Coat on June 26th, 2025. This single day event is dedicated to supporting and empowering caregivers in our community. Caregivers, families and professionals affected by Alzheimer’s or dementia are invited to join us, free of charge.
Lunch provided
5.5 social work CEs
Agenda, speakers and topics are detailed below,
Register HERE.
Thank you to our Conference Sponsors. Their support allows us to offer this event free for all attendees.
Agenda & Speakers
8:00am registration opens
8:30am Diagnosing Dementia
Hannah Fore is an Adult-Gerontological Primary Care Nurse Practitioner at Memorial Hospital. Her presentation will cover the basics of Alzheimer’s, symptoms, different types of dementia and current advancements in Alzheimer’s treatments.
9:30am Interpreting Communication for People Living with Dementia
Melora Jackson is the Director of Clinical Services for Second Wind Dreams and a Certified Trainer of the Virtual Dementia Tour. Her presentation will discuss the communication barriers for people living with dementia and explain strategies for more effective communication.
10:30-10:45am Break, visit with exhibitors
10:45am Handling Grief & Loss
Emily Dixon is a Hospice Social Worker for the Hospice of Light through the Singing River Health System. Her presentation will discuss the grieving process, different types of grief and effective coping strategies.
11:45am-12:15pm Lunch, provided
12:15-1:45pm When the diagnosis is dementia: 3 action steps to take
Dennie Mayhone is Elder Law Attorney, author and the founder of Mayhone Elder Law, PLLC. His presentation will help families identify what legal documents are needed, understand care options and identify asset protection planning options.
1:45-2:00 Break, visit with exhibitors
2:00pm Supporting Independence
Tracy Daniel-Hardy is a retired educator, author, Alzheimer’s Association volunteer community educator and current giver for both of her parents. Her presentation will discuss how to support an individual living with dementia so that they can remain independent for as long as possible.
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