Annual Caregiving Conference- Co-Create: Partnering with Caregivers and Communities to Shape Programs, Services and Supports
Join Benjamin Rose for our Annual Caregiving Conference, Co-Create: Partnering with Caregivers and Communities to Shape Programs, Services and Supports, on Thursday, December 3, 2026, from 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. This full-day, in-person conference will bring together professionals, caregivers, researchers and community partners to explore a shared question: How can we ensure caregivers and communities have a meaningful role in shaping the programs, services, research and supports intended to serve them?
Throughout the day, hear real-world examples of co-creation in action and discover practical ways to bring caregiver and community voices into your own work. Sessions will highlight approaches to identifying shared priorities, building trust, reaching voices that may be missing, creating more accessible opportunities for participation, and involving caregivers and communities in the development and improvement of programs and services.
The conference will open with keynote speaker Fayron Epps, PhD, RN, a nationally recognized nurse researcher and leader in creating culturally relevant programs for people living with dementia and their family caregivers. Drawing on more than 20 years of experience, Dr. Epps will share insights from her work translating research into culturally tailored programs and supports that reflect the needs, experiences and strengths of the communities they are designed to serve. Her keynote will set the stage for a day focused on what it takes to turn community voice into meaningful partnership and action. Additional speakers will bring co-creation to life through examples from research, program development, community-based services and caregiver support.
Come ready to listen, learn, connect and leave with practical ideas for creating stronger partnerships with the caregivers and communities you serve. A full agenda and additional speaker information will be announced soon.
Tickets are $60 for professionals, with continuing education credits available for Social Work. Registration and breakfast begin at 8:30 a.m., and conference activities kick off at 9:00 a.m. All sales are final.
Keynote Speaker
Fayron Epps, PhD, RN, FGSA, FAAN
Professor and Associate Dean of Nursing at Georgia State University
Dr. Fayron Epps is a distinguished nurse leader and researcher specializing in dementia care, family caregiving, and health disparities. She serves as Professor and Associate Dean of Nursing at Georgia State University. Internationally recognized for her community-engaged scholarship, Dr. Epps partners with faith communities to improve dementia care and expand access to culturally relevant resources. Her research centers on how faith-based organizations can serve as vital support systems for families and caregivers, particularly in underserved communities disproportionately affected by dementia. Dr. Epps is committed to bridging the gap between research and real-world impact, ensuring her work translates into meaningful change for the populations she serves. Her innovative contributions to health equity, dementia care, and community engagement have earned her numerous awards and national funding.
Apply for a scholarship!
Are you a student or caregiver interested in the conference topics? Apply for a scholarship to the Caregiving Conference for the opportunity to attend this year’s event free of charge. The scholarship is open to undergraduate and graduate students, as well as family caregivers who want to deepen their understanding of caregiver experiences and policy solutions that support them. Scholarships will be awarded on a rolling basis, based on availability.
Sponsor the Caregiving Conference
We invite you to be part of this year’s conference through sponsorship, program advertising or an exhibit table. Sponsorship provides an opportunity to showcase your organization to conference attendees while supporting Benjamin Rose’s efforts to make high-quality education and resources accessible to professionals and caregivers in our community. Benefits include conference registrations, recognition on conference signage and materials, visibility on the conference website and in marketing, social media recognition, verbal recognition and opportunities to share materials with attendees. Program advertising and exhibit tables also offer opportunities to connect directly with conference participants.
Learn more about sponsorship opportunities by downloading the sponsorship prospectus or contacting Jen Cosma at [email protected] or (216) 373-1688.
