CaringKind, The Heart of Alzheimer's Caregiving

Join us on Monday, June 9, 2025, at Cipriani 42nd Street for CaringKind’s 29th Annual Forget-Me-Not Gala! A night of hope, innovation, and unity for everyone affected by Alzheimer’s and related dementias. This year, we’re celebrating Connect2Living, our initiative that empowers individuals, families, and care partners to embrace purpose, thrive with dignity, and forge meaningful connections—no matter where they are on their journey. Honoring Visionaries & Trailblazers ? Susan Beane, MD FACP, MD, FACP, Connect2Impact Award Honoree, Health Equity Trailblazer, Executive Medical Director, Healthfirst ? Peter Frishauf, Connect2Hope Award Honoree, Digital Health Entrepreneur, Founder of Medscape, Advocate for Livable Cities & Active Health ? Fern Mallis, Connect2Vision and Culture Award Honoree, “Godmother of Fashion,” President, Fern Mallis LLC Special Guests ? David Hyde Pierce, Actor & Activist, Master of Ceremonies ? Helen Christoni, Chief Strategic Officer of Make Time Wellness ? Emma Heming Willis, Author, Care Partner, and Chief Impact Officer of Make Time Wellness Enjoy an evening filled with powerful stories, uplifting entertainment, and heartfelt testimonials from care partners and those living courageously with dementia. Your presence sustains vital programs that offer tangible hope, foster community engagement, and deliver compassionate care solutions that transform lives daily. By attending, you fuel essential resources, uphold dignity for all, and help build a more inclusive tomorrow. ??? Secure your seat and be part of the movement at www.CKGALA.org. Together, we can spark hope and transform lives—one story at a time. #ForgetMeNotGala #Connect2Living #CaringKind

???? Congratulations to our incredible Athletes to End Alzheimer’s team for crossing the finish line at the NYC Half Marathon! ???? Your dedication, perseverance, and passion inspire us all. Every mile you ran and every dollar you raised brings us closer to a world where everyone impacted by Alzheimer’s has the support they need. Thank you for running with purpose and making a difference! ???? #AthletesToEndAlzheimers #NYCHalf #AlzheimersAwareness #CaringKind Samuel Ostler Andrea Tallent Spivak Beatrice Huston Edward Cisek, PhD

At CaringKind, we champion the limitless potential of our extraordinary team. Through our Connect2MeStrength program, staff members discover and amplify their unique talents—cultivating deeper empathy, resilience, and drive in everything they do. ?? Join us in celebrating these passionate professionals who are redefining care and shaping a brighter future for our community. Watch our new video to see how they shine! #TeamCaringKind #Connect2MeStrength #StaffSpotlight #EmpoweredTogether #CaringKind Pamela Edgar, LCAT, RDT Olivia Cohen, MS, MT-BC,LCAT,CDP Eleonora Tornatore-Mikesh Susanne Bengtsson, LMSW Adina Segal Peggy ChuAlex Wong Andrea Tallent Spivak Edward Cisek, PhD Richelle Matarazzo Samuel Ostler Puja A. Linda CentenoWeijing ShiSandra MartinezShira Felberbaum Kedem, LMSW, MS Xue Mei Paola Ogando, MSW, CSW, SIFI Michele PiskinGregory Purnhagen Courtney Dawson Beatrice HustonDante TipianiElisa HesterbrinkDominic Queen Jed A. Levine Erica Pickenpack Catherine S. Allison Steele, CDP Asif Baksh Anne Kenny Pamela Atwood Lauren Tiede

Join us on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, from 6:00–7:30 PM ET for a powerful professional development webinar, “Grief Guideposts: Navigating Family Caregivers Across the Dementia Continuum Toward Constructive Grief.” Led by Kathie Supiano, PhD, LCSW—a leading grief expert and Professor at the University of Utah College of Nursing—this timely session will explore the risks of “complicated grief” among dementia caregivers and equip you with practical, compassionate strategies for offering more effective support. Why attend? ? Gain leading-edge insights into grief challenges specific to dementia caregiving. ? Learn evidence-based techniques to better help families and loved ones navigate profound loss. ? Celebrate Social Worker Month with a community of aging services and healthcare professionals dedicated to advancing quality care. This event is free of charge and supported in part by The Hearst Foundations. Free CEUs are available for social workers. Secure your spot and enhance your grief-support toolkit—because informed, empathetic care makes a transformative difference. Register now at https://lnkd.in/eucR6946. We look forward to connecting with you!

Are you seeking innovative ways to foster deeper connections with individuals living with dementia? Join us on Tuesday, March 18, 2025, from 6:00–7:15 PM EST for our live webinar, “Understanding Emotional Connection & Communication.” Led by Stephani Shivers, MEd, OTR/L, Chief Innovation Officer at CaringKind, this session will provide actionable insights for care partners, families, and professionals navigating the complexities of dementia care. This webinar will explore: *Effective communication tips: Learn practical verbal and nonverbal communication tools *Underlying emotions: Identify core emotions and discover how they impact interactions *Building Empathy: Develop new ways to relate using empathy and validation of the other person's emotional reality. Secure your spot now to gain forward-thinking perspectives on improving emotional connections. Let’s work together to redefine compassionate communication in dementia care. Register today at https://lnkd.in/eucR6946 or call 646-744-2900. We look forward to championing a more empathetic, effective approach to caregiving—one conversation at a time.

UNITED FOR CARE & SUPPORT ??♂? This Sunday, March 16th, our Athletes to End Alzheimer’s will take on the NYC Half Marathon, running in honor of those living with Alzheimer’s and their care partners. Let’s show them some love—drop a ?? to cheer them on and join us on Sunday! #athletestoendalzheimers #caringkind #nychalfmarathon Samuel Ostler Richelle Matarazzo Eleonora Tornatore-Mikesh

High-Tech & Low-Tech Solutions for Dementia Care Join us for a free Education Seminar on how simple tools—both high-tech and low-tech—can enhance independence and safety for people living with dementia and their care partners. ?? Monday, March 10, 2025 ? 12:00 – 1:15 PM EST ?? Register here: https://lnkd.in/eucR6946 From sticky notes and checklists to motion sensors and voice assistants, discover practical solutions that support daily living. Plus, we’ll explore the ethics of monitoring technology. ?? Featuring: Pamela Atwood, LPC, MA, CDP/CADDCT A trusted expert with over 30 years in dementia care, guiding families and professionals in aging services. Don’t miss out—register today: https://lnkd.in/eucR6946 #DementiaCare #CaregivingSupport #CareTech #CaringKind

??? Join us for the 2025 Annual Research Symposium as we explore Breakthroughs in Music, Sound, and Dementia Research! ?? Monday, March 31, 2025 ?? 6:00 - 7:30 PM ?? The Times Center, 242 W 41st NY Our Speakers: Michael Sheldrick, Co-Founder, Global Citizen Moderator Sarah Lenz Lock, JD, Senior Vice President for Policy and Brain Health, AARP Panelist Concetta Tomaino, Founder, Institute for Music and Neurologic Function Panelist Joy Allen, PhD, MT-BC, Chair, Music Therapy Department, Berklee College of Music Panelist Music has the power to ignite memories, foster connection, and enhance the quality of life—even in the late stages of dementia. ???? Our expert panel of leading researchers, practitioners, and care partners will dive into how sound-based interventions are shaping the future of dementia care. ?? Sign up now at www.CKMEETING.ORG ??? Free & open to the public, but registration is required! #DementiaResearch #MusicAndMemory #BrainHealth #CaringKind #DementiaCare #Alzheimers #CKMeeting

?? Reminder: Don’t Miss This Vital Webinar on Culturally Responsive Dementia Care! ??? ?? Topic: From the Voices of Black Dementia Caregivers: The Need for Culturally Responsive Education on Navigating Care ?? Speaker: Fayron Epps PhD, RN, FGSA,FAAN ?? Date: THIS Wednesday, Feb. 26 ? Time: 6:00-7:30 PM ET ?? Register Now: https://lnkd.in/eucR6946 ?? Or Call: 646-744-2900 ?? Earn FREE CEUs for social workers! ?? Key Takeaways: ?? Addressing the unique challenges of Black dementia caregivers. ?? Strategies for culturally responsive care & trust-building. ?? Open to all aging service & healthcare professionals. This FREE event is supported by The Hearst Foundations. Help spread the word! #DementiaCare #HealthEquity #BlackCaregivers #CaringKind

?? Save the Date! ?? Join us for CaringKind’s 29th Annual Forget-Me-Not Gala on Monday, June 9, 2025, at Cipriani 42nd Street! ??? We’re Celebrating Connect2Living—helping individuals and families not just face Alzheimer’s and related dementias, but continue to live fully with support, dignity, and purpose. ?? Because of you, thousands of families have found hope, guidance, and a community that understands. Let’s continue making a difference—together. ?? Sponsorships & tickets available now! Secure your spot and make a lasting impact. ? Reserve today! → www.CKGALA.org ?? [email protected] Be part of an unforgettable evening filled with inspiration, celebration, and impact ?? ?? Save the Date: June 9, 2025 ?? Cipriani 42nd Street, NYC Be on the lookout, honorees will be announced soon! #ForgetMeNotGala #Connect2Living #CaringKind #Alzheimers #dementiacare