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May 6 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Cost: $5.00 – $50.00
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This training is made possible through a generous grant from the Tioga Downs Regional Community Foundation.
What Does Dementia Actually Feel Like?
Dementia Live® is an immersive simulation experience designed to give participants a deeper understanding of the sensory, cognitive, and emotional challenges individuals living with dementia may face each day. Through the use of specialized equipment and guided activities, participants briefly step into the world of someone experiencing dementia.
During the simulation, participants will attempt to complete a series of simple tasks while navigating sensory and cognitive changes that replicate common symptoms associated with dementia. The experience is followed by a facilitated discussion that helps participants process what they experienced and explore practical strategies for communication, empathy, and support.
This powerful training helps caregivers, professionals, family, and community members better understand how dementia impacts daily life and how supportive approaches can make a meaningful difference.
Event Details
Date: Tuesday, May 5, 2026
Location: Bradford County Public Safety Center | 29 VanKuren Dr. Towanda, PA 18848
Cost: Free to Attend
Participants will register for a 30-minute time slot during the event. Each session includes the simulation experience and a brief facilitated discussion.
Please plan to arrive 15 minutes prior to your scheduled time to allow for check-in and orientation.
Space is limited due to the hands-on nature of the experience.
Why Attend?
Participants will:
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Gain a deeper understanding of what dementia may feel like
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Build empathy and improve communication with individuals living with dementia
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Learn practical strategies for caregiving and support
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Leave with tools to create more dementia-friendly environments
Important Participation Information
For safety reasons, this simulation may not be appropriate for individuals who:
- Are pregnant
- Have a history of seizures or severe vertigo
- Have significant mobility limitations that would make participation unsafe
- Experience conditions that could be worsened by sensory simulation activities
Participants will be asked to sign a waiver prior to participating in the simulation.
If you have questions about whether this experience is appropriate for you, please contact us before registering.
Attendance & Cancellation Policy
This training is offered at no cost; however, PennCares incurs actual costs associated with materials, space, and facilitation.
By registering for this training, participants agree to attend or to provide notice of cancellation at least 24 hours in advance. Registrants who fail to attend and do not provide timely cancellation notice will be assessed a $25 no-show fee. In addition, PennCares reserves the right to restrict or deny future registration for free trainings to individuals with a no-show history.
If you are unable to attend, please notify us so your spot can be offered to another participant.
Questions?
For additional information, please contact:
Allison Fisher
PennCares Support Services has been recognized as an
Education Partner.
PennCares Cancellation Policy
- PennCares Support Services reserves the right to cancel an event due to low enrollment or other circumstances which would make the event non-viable.
- PennCares reserves the right to substitute course instructors as necessary.
- If PennCares cancels an event, registrants will be offered a full refund.
Postponement: Should circumstances arise that result in the postponement of an event, registrants will have the option to either receive a full refund or transfer registration to the same event at the new, future date.
Substitutions and Transfers: We understand that circumstances may occur to prevent you from attending a training. If you find that you are unable to attend one of PennCares’ trainings, you have several options:
- Send a substitute: Substitutions are accepted as long as a written request is received. Substitutions may be made without penalty provided the original registrant contacts PennCares at trainings@penncares.org to request this change.
- Transfer to another course: Transfers are accepted up to the day of the event as long as a written request is received. In the event the registrant cannot attend a scheduled course for which he or she is enrolled, registration can be transferred to another course.
- Refund of monies: Requests for refunds must be made in writing and received by the training refund deadline stated on the training registration form. (See below for cancellation policy).
Registration Cancellation by Participant
- Unless specifically stated on registration materials, the deadline to request a refund for your registration is 5 business days before the event.
- Registration cancellations requested prior to the deadline will be eligible to receive a refund less a 5% administration fee. *
- Cancellations received less than 5 business days before the event will not be eligible for a refund and will be billed for the total cost.
- Registered no-shows are not eligible for a refund and will be billed the total cost.
- Cancellations will be accepted via e-mail to trainings@penncares.org and must be received by the stated cancellation deadline.
- All refund requests must be made by the attendee/payee.
- Refund requests must include the name of the attendee, the training date, and payment method.
These above policies apply to all PennCares trainings unless otherwise noted in the corresponding event materials. Please read all individual event information thoroughly.