# Event Details - **Event Name**: 2026 CAREGIVER SUMMIT - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 20 Aug, 2026 at 09:00 am – Thu, 20 Aug, 2026 at 04:30 pm - **Event Description**: Join us in Bismarck for an in-person viewing party or online for an inspiring and informative day in support of caregivers on their journey.About this EventWelcome to the 2026 CAREGIVER SUMMIT!Join us in Bismarck, at an in-person watch party near you, or online for an inspiring and informative day to support caregivers on their journey. Caregiving is demanding, and finding the right resources shouldn't be. The 2026 Caregiver Summit brings together national experts and North Dakota resources in one day, so you leave with practical tools and connections you can use right away, whether you're a family caregiver, a professional in the field, or supporting caregivers in your community.Sessions include a keynote by Dr. Joseph Gaugler, a national policy update by Wendy Fox-Grage, talks by Dr. Donald Jurivich and Joan Danks, and an interactive Tai Chi demonstration by Kelly Costello. See the full agenda below.Continuing education credits available: Board approval has been received for CE credits for Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, and Social Workers. Earn up to 6 contact hours with full attendance.Register by August 13 at 5:00 p.m. so we can plan accurately for each site.There are several ways to join the Summit this year:In person in Bismarck: all speakers and panelists will be there live. Bismarck is nearing capacity. If in-person space fills, we'll ask registrants to join virtually.Watch parties in Dickinson, Fargo, Grand Forks, Jamestown, and Minot: stream the live Bismarck Summit with a conference-room feel, no drive to Bismarck requiredVirtual: join from anywhereA free ticket (RSVP) is required for every location, including virtual, so we can plan headcounts accurately.Registation will close at 11:30pm on Sunday, August 16.Joining virtually? Register through the Alzheimer's Association here instead of this page: https://bit.ly/4uLngDUWATCH PARTY LOCATIONSBismarckHealth Response and Licensure Building1720 Burlington Dr, Suite ABismarck ND 58504Conference Room 104DickinsonNDSU Extension2680 Empire RoadDickinson, NDFargoMemory Café3910 25th Street SouthFargo, ND 58104Grand ForksCalvary Lutheran Church1405 S 9th StGrand Forks, ND 58201JamestownJames River Senior Center1009 13th St NEJamestown, ND 58401MinotThe Parker Senior Center21 1st AVE. SEMinot, ND 58701Join us for this FREE EVENT at the primary host location in Bismarck, at an in-person viewing party in Dickinson, Fargo, Grand Forks, Jamestown, or Minot, or online (anywhere in ND) for an inspiring and supportive gathering of caregivers. This summit is all about sharing education, caregiving trends, stories, tips, and loads of encouragement to help you on your caregiving journey. Whether you're caring for a loved one or a professional in the field, you'll find the sessions meaningful for caregivers and providers across the Lifespan. Continuing education credits are available for Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, and Social Workers; earn up to 6 contact hours with full attendance. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/79392590-99d8-11f1-9a40-7b90de720125-rimg-w1200-h400-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg Agenda?: 09:00 AM - 09:05 AMWelcome?: 09:05 AM - 10:30 AMKeynote Address: Navigating the Caregiving Career: Trajectories and TransitionHost: Dr. Joseph E. Gaugler. PhDInfo: The long-term implications of providing help to someone with a chronic condition have led some to call caregiving a “career.” This presentation will consider the longitudinal aspects of caregiving to someone with a chronic condition over time, and to emphasize how key care transitions are both potential “stress” points but also opportunities for support for individuals living with chronic condition and those who help them.?: 10:35 AM - 11:25 AMThe State of Caregiving: National Landscape, State Policy, & Resources Host: Wendy Fox-Grage, Senior DirectorInfo: This session offers an opportunity to hear from the National Academy for State Health Policy (NASHP), which hosts the RAISE Act Family Caregiver Center. Attendees will gain an overview of the national caregiving landscape, hear about North Dakota’s participation in the state caregiving learning collaborative, and be introduced to a range of national and state resources available.?: 11:30 AM - 12:30 PMGeriatric 4Ms framework - What Matters, Medic*tion, Mentation, and MobilityHost: Dr. Donald A. Jurivich, D.O.Info: This session provides a simple, evidence-based approach to supporting healthy aging by focusing care on the issues that matter most to older adults.?: 12:30 PM - 01:15 PMNetworking Lunch?: 01:15 PM - 02:00 PMNew Advances in Alzheimer’s TreatmentsHost: Joan Danks, ND Program Director Alzheimer's AssociationInfo: In this presentation you will learn about available drugs, who may be a candidate for treatment, potential benefits and side effects, and pathways for accessing these treatments.?: 02:00 PM - 02:45 PMIntro to Tai Chi for WellnessHost: Kelly Costello, OTR/LInfo: Brief definition and history of Tai Chi, education on Tai Chi health benefits, interactive Tai Chi practice?: 02:50 PM - 04:05 PMPanel Discussion?: 04:05 PM - 04:15 PMSummit Wrap-Up and Final ReflectionsInfo: Note: The Summit agenda, session titles, speakers, and schedule are subject to change. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/bismarck/2026-caregiver-summit/100001986441248247 - **Event Categories**: business, parties, health-wellness, entertainment, conferences, virtual - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 7 hours 30 minutes - Location: 1720 Burlington Dr suite a - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Bismarck - **state**: ND - **country**: United States - **location**: 1720 Burlington Dr suite a - **lat**: 46.7866054 - **long**: -100.7457427 - **full address**: 1720 Burlington Dr suite a, 1720 Burlington Drive, Bismarck, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: 2026 CAREGIVER SUMMIT - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/ad9af701a6b19b6802d5e3111c0f9f7b1c7db27fc8cf104dcfa59216eaaaeabb-rimg-w640-h320-dc281e13-gmir.jpg?v=1780391678 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is 2026 CAREGIVER SUMMIT being held? - **A:** 2026 CAREGIVER SUMMIT takes place on Thu, 20 Aug, 2026 at 09:00 am to Thu, 20 Aug, 2026 at 04:30 pm at 1720 Burlington Dr suite a, 1720 Burlington Drive, Bismarck, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing 2026 CAREGIVER SUMMIT? - **A:** 2026 CAREGIVER SUMMIT is organized by Adults and Aging Services Section. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** 2026 CAREGIVER SUMMIT is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Bismarck, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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