3rd Annual Dementia Caregiver Summit

3rd Annual Dementia Caregiver Summit 

Empowering Dementia Caregivers: Essential Tools to Strengthen Well-Being & Ease the Path of Care

March 7th, 2026

Fountain Hills Community Center (13001 N. La Montana Dr.)

Starts at 8:30am

Save the Date for the 2026 Dementia Caregiver Summit! This is a free event which aims to help dementia caregivers through their journey. 

Register by clicking this link

The Town of Fountain Hills and Dementia Friendly Fountain Hills will host the 3rd Annual Dementia Caregiver Summit, a day dedicated to empowering caregivers as they navigate the challenging journey of supporting a loved one with dementia.

Scheduled for March 7th, 2026, the summit features several compassionate and knowledgeable speakers who will share guidance on approaching this journey with greater confidence, self-compassion, and resilience. The event will run from 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM at the Fountain Hills Community Center.

“This summit is a vital resource for caregivers who face significant challenges in navigating a dementia diagnosis,” said Fountain Hills Councilwoman Peggy McMahon, co-chair of the Fountain Hills Dementia Friendly Task Force. “I hope this opportunity truly changes lives for the better.”

Caregivers often experience tremendous emotional and physical strain. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, roughly 257,000 Arizonans currently care for a friend or family member with dementia.

“I know firsthand how difficult this journey can be, and I want to do everything possible to support others going through it,” said Fountain Hills resident Linda Rode, co-chair of the task force. Her husband, Paul, passed away in 2025 after several years spent with a dementia diagnosis. “I hope this summit brings comfort and practical help to caregivers across the Valley.”

The 2025 Dementia Caregiver Summit saw strong growth, drawing more than 110 caregivers for a day of education, understanding, and shared experiences.

BONUS! Virtual Dementia Tour

The day prior to the summit, on March 6th, 2026, a unique experience is being offered to attendees. The Virtual Dementia Tour aims to help participants experience the physical and mental challenges associated with dementia. Pre-registration is required, and you can do so by clicking this link.