WASHINGTON, D.C., Oct. 29, 2025 — The Alzheimer’s Association will convene state agency officials from across the country for the fourth annual State Dementia Services Coordinator (DSC) Summit, taking place October 29-30, 2025 in Washington, D.C.
“State dementia services coordinators are on the front lines of addressing the Alzheimer’s public health crisis,” said Jennifer Rosen, vice president of state affairs at the Alzheimer’s Association. “The State DSC Summit is designed to empower these leaders with the tools, knowledge and connections they need to drive meaningful change in their states.”
This event brings together state officials who hold dementia as a core focus of their job responsibilities to collaborate, share insights and explore innovative solutions to better support the over 7 million Americans living with Alzheimer’s and their nearly 12 million caregivers. The DSC Summit serves as an important forum for identifying transformative solutions that can be implemented in every state.
This year’s DSC Summit will feature sessions on BOLD implementation, breakthroughs in risk reduction, advancements in Alzheimer’s biomarkers, equipping clinicians for early and accurate diagnosis, care coordination and support for families, preventing unnecessary hospitalizations, and state-level strategies for dementia inclusion in health assessments and aging plans.
The agenda also includes robust discussions and opportunities for peer-to-peer learning. Attendees will explore how to make and sustain progress, maximize resources, and ensure dementia remains a priority in every state.
“The Alzheimer’s Association continues to lead efforts to strengthen state-level responses to Alzheimer’s and other dementias by championing bipartisan policies and establishing dedicated roles within state agencies. Through our collaboration with these officials, we’re driving meaningful improvements in care, support, and public health strategies,” said Robert Egge, Alzheimer’s Association chief public policy officer and Alzheimer’s Impact Movement (AIM) president. “We remain committed to working alongside state leaders nationwide to build a more responsive and compassionate system for all those affected by this disease.”
Learn more about how AIM is advancing policies and the Association is implementing effective public health interventions in all 50 states to improve the lives of those impacted by Alzheimer’s and other dementia.
