Alzheimer’s Association Holds 33rd Annual Conference

The Alzheimer’s Association held the 33rd Annual Wisconsin State Conference May 19-21 at the Kalahari Resorts & Convention Center in Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin. Recognized as one of the largest and most comprehensive state-wide conferences dedicated to Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias in the country, the conference drew more than 800 direct care, health care and family care partners in Alzheimer’s care, support, advocacy and research. With 40 workshops, participants were able to learn about the latest in disease management and preventive therapies, research, brain health and care management of Alzheimer’s disease. The conference’s annual Banquet and Awards program on Sunday evening featured keynote speaker Paul Braun, legendary voice of the Badger Men’s Hockey Program, who shared his journey as an Alzheimer’s Caregiver.