Dementia Summit 2023

Date: 31st October 2023 

Location: The King’s Fund, London 

Running for the first time, this one-day conference aims to bring together care community members to explore and elevate the education, research and best practices behind dementia care. The summit offers a diverse range of seminars and panel sessions, a captivating exhibition hall and abundant networking opportunities with senior professionals from the sector. 

Who can you expect to hear from? 

Dementia Summit’s thoughtfully selected lineup of motivational speakers promises to inspire and engage attendees throughout the entire conference. Guiding delegates through the program is Sameena Ali-Khan, an award-winning TV presenter and seasoned event host who will serve as the chair of the summit. 

Moreover, it's an honor to welcome Peter Berry and Deb Bunt, as the esteemed keynote speakers. Peter Berry, was diagnosed at the age of 50 with early onset Alzheimer’s, after this news, Peter became very depressed but, being a ‘glass half full’ personality, has battled through this depression and focused on his main passion for cycling. He has used this passion to raise awareness of the condition.

Each speaker at the conference brings a wealth of unique experience and knowledge, contributing to a dynamic and informative program that ensures a truly enriching experience for all delegates.

Speakers include: 

• Professor Martin Green OBE, Chief Executive and Care England & DHSC, Independent Sector Dementia Champion. 

• Dr Natalie Yates-Bolton, Senior Lecturer in Nursing at University of Salford 
• Professor Sir John Hardy, Molecular Biology, Neurological Disease at the UCL Institute of Neurology 
• Isobel Jones, CEO at Alive 
• Jackie Pool, Dementia Care Champion at Quality Compliance Systems and more. 

What will be covered at the conference?  

The comprehensive seminar and panel sessions at Dementia Summit will delve into the cutting-edge research and developments surrounding dementia. It can be challenging to keep up to date with current research and advancements in this rapidly changing sector, which is why the summit aims to provide a deep exploration of the most current challenges, updates and innovations breakthroughs.  

Topics to be covered include:  

• Living Well with Dementia Post-Diagnosis 
• Understanding the Dementia Care Landscape in England 
• Panel – Memory, Diagnosis, Relationships and Communication in Dementia  
• Brain Health and the Latest Research into Dementia Prevention 
• The 10-Year Plan to Tackle Dementia and Better Understand Neurodegenerative Diseases 

Join the Conversation

It's time to talk about dementia. Attend the summit and become part of the conversation that is transforming the landscape of dementia care. Together, let's create a brighter future for those living with dementia and their families. 

To find out more about the summit, view the programme and explore the speakers click here. 

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