2026 Alzheimer's & Dementia Caregiver's Conference
Embracing the Journey
Navigating Alzheimer’s with Acceptance
Thank you to everyone who attended our 2026 Alzheimer’s & Dementia Caregiver’s Conference. We are grateful for your participation, engagement, and continued commitment to improving the lives of individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. The conference concluded on Wednesday, June 10, and we appreciate the valuable contributions of our speakers, sponsors, exhibitors, volunteers, and attendees who helped make this event a success. To support ongoing learning and collaboration, meeting notes and presentation slides are available below for your review and reference. We sincerely thank you for your support and look forward to connecting with you again at future events.
Conference Notes
Keynote Speaker: The Imperfect Caregiver
Dr. Maggie Black, PsyD
Licensed Psychologist and Owner, Shore Neurocognitive & Behavioral Health (SNBH) in Easton, MD
The Imperfect Caregiver – Slideshow
The Imperfect Caregiver – Handout
Finding Meaning in a Life with Dementia
Dr. Anna Maria Izquierdo-Porrera, MD, PhD
Medical Director of Geriatric Medicine & Geriatric Fellowship Program Director
Finding Meaning in a Life with Dementia – Presentation
Preserving the Self Beyond Dementia – Infographic
The MIND Diet – Smart Diet Mind
Angela Ginn-Meadow, BSN, RN, RDN, CDCES
Nationally recognized dietitian, nurse, and diabetes care and education specialist who transforms complex nutrition and chronic disease science into accessible, culturally grounded guidance.
Elder Law/Legal Planning
Michael Mathers, PA
An attorney dedicated to the fields of Estates & Trusts and Elder Law. Michael graduated from Florida State University with a Bachelors in Social Work and received his J.D. from the University of Florida.
Empowered Caregiver: Building Foundations & Supporting Independence
Jennifer Shermerhorn, LCSW
Clinical Associate Professor, Director of Graduate Field Education, College of Health and Human Services, Salisbury University School of Social Work
Supporting Independence – Participants Guide
Building Foundations – Participant Guide
Available Education Programs
Thank You To Our Partners and Sponsors
Conference Contact
Margaret White
mwhite@macinc.org
410-742-0505 x128
