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Northern Arizona Caregiver Conference

Connection. Education. Wellness. Support.
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NORTHERN ARIZONA CAREGIVER CONFERENCE

September 23, 2026 | Northland Pioneer College | Winslow, Arizona

Join caregivers, healthcare professionals, community organizations, family members, and advocates from across Northeast Arizona for a day dedicated to connection, education, wellness, and support.

The Northern Arizona Caregivers Conference will feature inspiring speakers, practical breakout sessions, community resources, and hands-on learning opportunities focused on strengthening support for caregivers and the communities they serve.

🍴 Lunch will be provided for all in-person attendees.
💻 Virtual attendance options are also available for all presentations, making it easy to participate from anywhere.
💙 Thanks to the generous support of our sponsors, this event is being offered at NO COST to attendees.

Registration is required.

Reserve your spot today and be part of this meaningful regional event focused on supporting those who care for others.

REGISTER HERE!

📍 Northland Pioneer College – Painted Desert Campus
 1400 E. Third St.
 Winslow, AZ 86047

🗒️ CONFERENCE AGENDA

TIME EVENT
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM REGISTRATION
8:30 AM - 9:00 AM OPENING REMARKS

Welcome from the Conference Chair / NPC President, Dr. Von Lawson
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

KEYNOTE ADDRESS

Good Grief, Now I am a Caregiver | Debbie Gross, Home Instead
 
'Good Grief… Now I’m a Caregiver’ uses the Peanuts gang to humorously and insightfully explore the roles people play in a caregiver’s life. Blending relatable storytelling with practical guidance, this session helps caregivers navigate the emotional and logistical realities of caregiving with greater clarity and support.
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM MORNING BREAK & RESOURCE FAIR
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

BREAKOUT SESSION ROUND 1

  • 5 Wishes (Advance directives)
  • Caregiver Support Made Easy with Trualta
  • Providing Care to the Deaf, Hard of Hearing, or Deaf/Blind person
  • Managing Money
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM LUNCH PROVIDED FOR IN-PERSON ATTENDEES
12:30 PM - 1:15 PM DEMO ROUND ROBIN
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

BREAKOUT SESSION ROUND 2

  • Financial Advisor
  • Caregiver today vs the past (Presented in English and Navajo)
  • Building Brain Health Habits
  • Dementia Friends
2:30 PM - 2:45 PM AFTERNOON REFRESHMENT BREAK
2:45 PM - 3:30 PM

CLOSING KEYNOTE & REFLECTION

Brandon Baxter, Northern Arizona Council of Governments - Aging
3:30 PM - 4:00 PM RECEPTION & NETWORKING

🗒️ LODGING INFORMATION

A block of rooms has been reserved at the Best Western Winslow Inn, located at 816 Transcon Ln, Winslow, AZ. The room rate is $132.99 plus tax.  To make reservations, call (928) 289-2960 and mention "NPC."

 

Sponsorship Opportunities

Interested in Sponsoring?

Help us build a stronger support network for caregivers throughout Northern Arizona. Together, we can create a more informed, connected, and compassionate community for caregivers.

🎉 Title Sponsor — $600 (limit 3 available)

Showcase your organization as a leading supporter of caregivers and community wellness.

Includes:

 ✔ 6’ resource/vendor table at the event
 ✔ Company materials included in attendee swag bags
 ✔ Logo featured on event flyer
 ✔ Logo featured on conference registration page
 ✔ Recognition in all media releases and event publicity
 ✔ Social media recognition and sponsor highlights
 ✔ Opportunity to participate in the Round-Robin Resource Session
 ✔ Recognition during conference welcome remarks

I WANT TO BE A TITLE SPONSOR

🎉 Event Sponsor — $300 (limit 10 available)

Connect directly with attendees and share valuable resources and services.

Includes:

 ✔ 6’ resource/vendor table at the event
 ✔ Company materials included in attendee swag bags
 ✔ Social media recognition and sponsor mentions
 ✔ Opportunity to participate in the Round-Robin Resource Session

I WANT TO BE A TITLE SPONSOR

🎉 Swag Bag Materials

Sponsors are invited to include promotional materials, giveaways, brochures, or resource information in attendee swag bags.
Please provide physical materials or a printable PDF no later than: 📅 August 31, 2026 📧 marketing@npc.edu