Conference Program

This interactive conference session explores how dementia affects communication and how leaders can respond in ways that foster trust, safety, and connection. This dynamic presentation will be guided by Adria Thompson, M.A., CCC-SLP, of Be Light, alongside Brenda Roberts, MA, and is grounded in evidence-informed insights from members of the National Council of Dementia Minds—blending professional expertise with lived experience. Attendees will gain practical strategies for adapting communication, creating supportive environments, and strengthening meaningful connections that promote dignity and well-being. Aligned with the conference theme Elevating Supports, Empowering Leaders, this session equips participants with actionable tools and shareable training materials they can immediately take back to their teams to support learning and practice across their organizations.