Utah State to Host Inaugural Brain Health Fair

s on brain health, this event will be taking place on Saturday, June 13, in the Sorenson Legacy Foundation Center for Clinical Excellence.

If you’re curious about ways to boost your cognitive abilities, mark your calendar for this exciting event! The Brain Health Fair at Utah State University offers a fun and informative day for attendees. From cooking demos to yoga sessions, the schedule is jam-packed with activities to explore from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on June 13.

The fair focuses on various aspects of brain health, including psychology, aging, neuroscience, balance, and hearing. Gretchen Peacock, the Executive Director of the Sorenson Legacy Foundation Center for Clinical Excellence, is excited about this first annual event. She hopes it will become a staple in the community.

Partnering with organizations like Intermountain Health and the Prevent Alzheimer’s for Life (PALS) study, the event is hosted by the Emma Eccles Jones College of Education, Health, & Human Sciences. Attendees can look forward to an expert panel discussion featuring Dr. Landon Watts and Beth Fauth, who will share valuable insights on dementia and aging.

In addition to informative talks and engaging activities, the fair offers free hearing screenings and a meaningful faces of dementia gallery. Led by documentary photographer Maria Ellen Huebner, the gallery showcases the human side of living with dementia in Cache Valley.

For those interested in communication tips and maintaining social connections, speech pathologists will be on hand to provide guidance. The inspiration behind this event came from a strong community need for resources on aging and dementia. Beth Fauth and her colleagues recognize the importance of connecting individuals with necessary support and services.

Whether you’re a caregiver, a friend, a family member, or simply curious about healthy aging, the Brain Health Fair welcomes all. Don’t miss the opportunity to learn, connect, and explore the resources available for those experiencing memory-related challenges.

Fauth and Peacock share a common goal of fostering community engagement and providing essential information on healthy aging. The fair aims to educate, support, and empower individuals in their journey towards cognitive wellness.