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.
