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Listed below are a few of our upcoming events. Please take a look at our Event Calendar for a full listing!

 

The café is an opportunity for caregivers and their loved one with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) or in the early to early mid-stage of their dementia journey to meet with others for support, companionship, and fun! The program provides structured activities to promote reminiscence, cognition, and engagement. There is also time to share in conversation and get to know others in a safe, supportive environment.

To ensure we have space and program supplies for each participant, we ask that you please register in advance by contacting the event contact listed below.

This café meets at Renaissance of Annandale on the 2nd Wednesday of the month. We look forward to seeing you at the next café!

Wednesday, August 13, 2025
1:00 pm2:30 pm
Hybrid! Virtual and in-person at Insight Memory Care Center - Fairfax

When we think about vision, we often focus solely on the eyes—but sight involves much more than that. In fact, nearly half of the brain is involved in processing and interacting with visual information. Approximately 25% of the brain is dedicated to interpreting what we see, while another 25% connects visual input with memory, recognition, motor skills, navigation, and hazard awareness. This presentation explores how these critical brain functions are affected when Lewy bodies—abnormal protein deposits associated with Lewy Body Dementia—interfere with visual processing areas. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of how disruptions in visual cognition can impact everyday activities and quality of life.

This class will be held both virtually and in-person in Fairfax. Please select your attendance type when you register.

The in-person session will be held in the Mazawey Education and Support Center, 3955 Pender Drive, Suite 100, Fairfax, VA 22030.

Virtual attendees will receive Zoom information prior to the class.

This program is a part of our monthly Care Partner Training series. All sessions are FREE, and held the second Wednesday of each month from 1:00 to 2:30 pm.

 
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Presenter
Julia Wood, MOT, OTR/L

Julia Wood, MOT, OTR/L graduated with her master’s degree in occupational therapy (OT) from the University of Minnesota after completion of her clinical fieldwork in neurological rehabilitation from the Mayo Clinic, St. Mary’s Hospital campus in Rochester, Minnesota. Julia has an extensive clinical background in interprofessional care in Parkinson’s disease and related dementias as part of the comprehensive care team at the University of Pennsylvania’s Parkinson’s Disease and Movement Disorder Center of Excellence for many years.

Julia is the Director of Professional and Community Education for the Lewy Body Dementia Association and serves as certification and training faculty for the LSVT BIG® program. Julia serves as faculty for the Parkinson’s Foundation’s Team Training for Parkinson program served on the Parkinson’s Foundation Rehabilitation Task Force in 2021. She co-authored the first Practice Guideline for Adults with Parkinson’s Disease for the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA). Julia served on the steering committee for the 2022 International Lewy Body Dementia Conference and serves on the Comprehensive Care Subcommittee for the World Parkinson’s Congress (WPC). She is a member of the Board of Directors for the International Neuropalliative Care Society.

This group will offer a safe, welcoming and private setting for caregivers to share their caregiving experiences, connect with others going through the same journey and receive insight from an expert. There will also be group discussions and educational presentations about relevant caregiving topics.

Thursday, August 14, 2025
4:00 pm5:00 pm
Insight Memory Care Center - Sterling, 45945 Center Oak Plaza, Suite 190
Sterling, VA 20166
US

The café is an opportunity for caregivers and their loved one with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) or in the early to early mid-stage of their dementia journey to meet with others for support, companionship, and fun! The program provides structured activities to promote reminiscence, cognition, and engagement. There is also time to share in conversation and get to know others in a safe, supportive environment.

The Sterling Memory Cafe meets on the second Thursday of the month. To ensure we have space and program supplies for each participant, we ask that you please register in advance. We look forward to seeing you at the next cafe!

 
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Insight Memory Care Center will offer free, confidential memory screenings and educational materials to people with concerns about their memory or who want to check their memory now for future comparison.

Register for a 30 minute time slot between 10:00am-2:00pm by calling 703-970-3601.

Tuesday, August 19, 2025
7:00 pm8:30 pm
Virtual

This group is specifically designed for those who are caring for a parent. Get to know others in this unique situation while sharing practical caregiving tips, personal concerns, and celebrating successes with others in the same boat.

This group meets virtually on the third Tuesday. All support groups are free and open to the public. Please register and you'll receive Zoom information to join!

 
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This group is specifically designed for individuals who have received a recent diagnosis of mild cognitive impairment (MCI) or who are in the early stages of memory loss. Get to know others who are in a similar situation, learn more about your diagnosis, and have the opportunity to share personal concerns and successes.

This group meets at Insight - Fairfax on the third Wednesday. All support groups are free and open to the public. Please register and you'll receive reminders to join us!

 
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Wednesday, August 20, 2025
4:00 pm5:00 pm
Insight Memory Care Center, 3955 Pender Drive, Suite 100
Fairfax, VA 22030
US

The café is an opportunity for caregivers and their loved one with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) or in the early to early mid-stage of their dementia journey to meet with others for support, companionship, and fun! The program provides structured activities to promote reminiscence, cognition, and engagement. There is also time to share in conversation and get to know others in a safe, supportive environment.

The Fairfax Memory Cafe meets on the third Wednesday of the month. To ensure we have space and program supplies for each participant, we ask that you please register in advance. We look forward to seeing you at the next cafe!

 
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Wednesday, August 20, 2025
7:00 pm8:00 pm
Virtual! Zoom link provided upon registration.

This group is specifically designed for the unique needs, challenges and experiences of LGBTQ+ care partners for individuals living with dementia. Get to know others in a safe space, and have the opportunity to share personal concerns and successes. This group is led by Rev. Dawn Jefferson.

This group meets virtually on the third Wednesday. All support groups are free and open to the public. Please register and you'll receive the Zoom link and reminders to join us!

 
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New to Insight Memory Care Center? Want to learn more?

Events are offered on the 3rd Thursday of the month from 10:00 - 11:00 am. Come and see our programs in action, meet the staff, and learn more about resources available.

10:00-10:30 am | Meet and Greet
10:30-11:00 am | Tour of Insight Programs in Action

 
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Contact us at imcc@insightmcc.org or 703-204-4664.

 

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