Free October Dementia Workshop Series: Aging Minds Matter

September 29, 2025

Join us at the Benevilla Education Center this October for Aging Minds Matter, a free five-part Dementia Awareness & Information series designed for families, caregivers, and neighbors seeking practical tools and compassionate support. Each 90-minute session features an expert presenter and take-home guidance to help you navigate dementia with confidence.

Schedule (Thursdays, 9:00–10:30 AM)

  • Oct 2 – What is Dementia? Stages, progression, and signs to watch for
    Presenter: Amanda Marcum, Hospice of the Valley Educator

  • Oct 9 – Dementia Moments A simulation to understand daily challenges
    Presenter: Amanda Marcum, Hospice of the Valley Educator

  • Oct 16 – Business & Legal Ramifications Proactive decisions before progression
    Presenter: Yvette Ashworth, Johnson & Ashworth

  • Oct 23 – Facing the Diagnosis Addressing grief, fear, and building a self-care plan
    Presenter: Shannon Arriola, Masters of Counseling, Arriola & Associates, Inc.

  • Oct 30 – The Impact of Movement on the Aging Brain How activity boosts brain health
    Presenter: Lorrie Karn, Director of Benefitness Adaptive Gym

Location: Benevilla Education Center, 14601 N Del Webb Blvd, Sun City, AZ 85351
Cost: Free (space is limited) • Registration required
Register: benevilla.org/dementia-workshopsCall: 623-584-4999