Join us for 2026 Brain Aging Conference, which will provide family caregivers expert guidance, practical tips and resources for caring for people with memory loss.
Hosted by the Dale and Deborah Smith Center for Alzheimer's Research and Treatment, attendees will have a chance to hear from medical professionals from the Smith Alzheimer's Center, department leaders at SIU Medicine, as well as other caregivers on a range of topics surrounding memory loss.
There is no cost to attend, but registration is required as space is limited.
This is a virtual viewing site of the Brain Aging Conference in Springfield. While there are several presentations throughout the day to help you better understand dementia, why someone's behavior has changed, and how you can best help them, it's also a chance to ask presenters specific questions as well.
PARKING
Parking is available in the North parking lot facing the entrance door. Please enter through entrance 2.
FOOD
Water, coffee and donuts will be provided in the morning, as well as water and a light snack in the afternoon.
Guided tour of the 1872 home Charles & Mary Deere followed by 1892 Butterworth Center, once home of Katherine Deere & William Butterworth
Join us for a docent-guided tour of the Deere family homes, beginning with the 1872 Deere-Wiman house and followed by the 1892 Butterworth Center, once home of Katherine and Willia
Guided tour of the 1872 home Charles & Mary Deere followed by 1892 Butterworth Center, once home of Katherine Deere & William Butterworth