Repositioning Dementia: A new start will mark the beginning of a new event series for Alzheimers NZ.

This one-day event series will showcase the latest research and updates and feature renowned guest speakers from the sector.

Register below to join us in Wellington or virtually (online).

Note: if you register as a virtual (online) attendee, further details on how to join remotely will be shared with you closer to the event.

Draft programme below (9am - 5pm plus networking event until 7pm):

9am: Mihi whakatau, welcome and opening remarks
Taranaki Whānui
Catherine Hall
Hon Dr Ayesha Verrall

10.20am: Dementia Mate Wareware Action Plan
Abbe Anderson
Teresa Wall
Dr Makarena Dudley
Dr Kathy Peri
Anne Schumacher

1pm: Human rights and the lived experience of dementia mate wareware
Alister Robertson
Geof Shirtcliffe
Carolyn Cooper

3pm: Research
Dr Etu Ma’u
Dr Ngaire Kerse
Prof Vanessa Burholt
Brigid Ryan
Dr Fuafiva Faalau

4.30pm: Closing
Reflections panel - Teresa Wall, Alister Robertson, Dr Ngaire Kerse
Catherine Hall

5pm: Networking event