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It’s always fun to see program partners when out and about. Pictured with AGE-u-cate CGO, Doug Bickford are Nicole Weathers and Betty Mallen representing the University of Iowa College of Nursing at the NRHA Annual Rural Health Conference. Thank you for your partnership with AGE-u-cate and for your support of rural health initiatives.

We are excited to be offering the Dementia Live experience at LeadingAge California in partnership with ….Carrie Chiusano, Certified Dementia Live Coach and Education Partner Executive Director of Dementia Care Center of Excellence, Presbyterian SeniorCare Network.

Carrie will be offering the Dementia Live® Experience at the Conference.

Traditional education often focuses on memorization and passive listening. But research shows we learn best when we experience information firsthand.

Experiential education engages the brain on a deeper level — activating emotional, sensory, and cognitive pathways that help ideas stick long after the lesson ends.

The result? Greater understanding, stronger empathy, and meaningful behavioral change.

Because true learning doesn’t just inform people. It transforms them.

In the shift toward value-based care (VBC), outcomes and cost efficiency define success. Quality education drives this success by improving outcomes and reducing hospital readmissions. Organizations should view education as a strategic driver of ROI, not just a line item.

A note from our founder: Community-wide dementia awareness isn't just a goal; it is crucial. Our mission is to support these communities through stakeholder engagement and program partnerships that truly move the needle. We aren't just providing a product; we are leading a movement.

When you educate a community, you’re doing more than sharing facts—you’re building a referral powerhouse. Organizations that provide meaningful education stand out, becoming the trusted first choice for families navigating a dementia diagnosis. When done correctly, education can serve as the ultimate market differentiator.

Awareness is the bridge to better care, but how can you ensure you’re reaching those who need it most? High-quality, community-based education has never been a secondary function, but today, more than ever, it is foundational to improving outcomes and building sustainable care models. What’s the most creative way your organization has shared dementia resources this month? Let’s brainstorm below!

Our Brains Are Built for Experiential Learning

Our Brains Are Built for Experiential Learning Discover how the experiential learning and Kolb’s Learning Cycle drive behavior change in dementia care through immersive programs like Dementia Live®.

Real change doesn’t happen from behind a desk. It happens when we engage directly with the communities we serve. Whether it’s a local health system or a faith-based organization, being present in a “boots on the ground” way is the first step in building a dementia-capable community.

Dementia Live® coach extraordinaire Jessica Fairbanks and Chief Growth Officer Doug Bickford may not have solved all of the world’s problems today, but they did have a lively conversation about the importance of more compassionate, person-centered care for those living with dementia.
Thank you, Jessica, for all you do for AGE-u-cate and for helping others see dementia differently!