Caring Through Culture: End-of-Life Dementia Care Through Storytelling

On September 22, 2025, from 1:00-2:00 p.m. ET, the National Alzheimer’s and Dementia Resource Center will host the webinar, Caring Through Culture: End-of-Life Dementia Care Through Storytelling. A description of the webinar and registration information follows.

This webinar will explore how the third season of the innovative educational telenovela Recuerdos Perdidos (Lost Memories) is supporting Latino families and professionals in navigating late-stage dementia and end-of-life care. Participants will learn culturally responsive strategies for dementia education, how to lead group discussions using the facilitator guide, and ways to address common hospice misconceptions. Real-world examples will highlight how organizations across the country are using this tool to reduce stigma, build knowledge, and support caregiving at home.

Speaker

Elisa “Lisa” Gaytan Harper, Associate Vice President, Programs & Health Equity of Alzheimer's Los Angeles

Dr. Lisa Gaytan Harper is the Associate Vice President of Programs & Health Equity at Alzheimer’s Los Angeles, where she leads efforts to expand culturally responsive programs and reduce health disparities. With over a decade of experience in community leadership and hospice social work, she brings deep expertise in end-of-life care and dementia education. Her personal experience with her father’s vascular dementia informs her compassionate, inclusive approach. Dr. Harper is committed to empowering underserved communities through knowledge, advocacy, and culturally competent care.

Please note:

• National Alzheimer’s and Dementia Resource Center (NADRC) webinars are free of charge and open to the public.
• NADRC webinars are recorded and will be available for viewing here.
• Pre-registration is required to attend the live webinars.
• Closed captioning is available during the live event and is included in the recording for all NADRC webinars.