The town of Fountain Hills is advocating for people serving as caretakers for loved ones living with dementia.
The second annual Dementia Friendly Fountain Hills Summit is taking place on Saturday, February 8, from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
The "dementia friendly" designation means a community is safe, informed, and respectful of people living with dementia and their caretakers, while also providing resources and support, according to the Dementia Friendly America website.
According to the latest data from the Alzheimer's Association, 150,000 people in Arizona are living with the disease and more than a quarter-million people in our state alone are serving as caretakers.
At the free summit, caretakers can connect with dozens of resource providers, local vendors, and experts in the field who are there to answer any questions.
For more information or to register, head to this website.
