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Frequently Asked Questions

September 3 or September 4, 2025

8:00 am - 4:30 pm (EST)

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Learn about the Duke Caregiver Community Event by reading these frequently asked questions and answers.

Registering for Our In-Person Conference

We will offer our next in-person event on September 3 and September 4, 2025. Registration will open on June 1, 2025.

In-Person Conference Specifics

Due to the overwhelming response to registrations, we have added a second day in 2025 to allow more people to attend. You can now register for either conference date -- September 3 or September 4, 2025. The same content will be offered on both days. You can register for both days if you wish.

Attendee registration will open on June 1, 2025. 

 

Registration for family caregivers costs $15 (lunch and all event-day activities included) or $10 if you wish to have lunch on your own. Professionals can attend for $75.

The event will be held at the Sheraton Imperial Hotel in Durham, NC. Use this listing on Google Maps for directions.

No. Parking for all attendees is available for free at the Sheraton Imperial Hotel.

Registered family caregivers and professionals can receive a full refund by cancelling by 11:59 pm on Aug. 23. There are no refunds for exhibitors or sponsors.

No. All presentations and sessions are first-come, first-seated. If a session you want to attend is full, you can choose from up to four other sessions that will also be going on at the same time.

No. However, we do offer opportunity for you to access additional educational content by registering for our virtual on-demand content.

Yes. We will have interpreters at the event that will translate the event content into Spanish.

Guide dogs registered with the state of North Carolina are welcome. We cannot host emotional support animals.

Lunch will be provided at the event for those who paid the $15 caregiver registration type and for all professionals who paid the $75 fee. You can let us know about any food allergies on your registration form.

No, however you may stay at the Sheraton Imperial by calling their registration hotline: (919) 941-5050

Masks are optional at the in-person Duke Caregiver Community Event. We recommend that anyone experiencing cold-like respiratory symptoms, even after a negative COVID test, continue to wear a mask indoors until symptoms resolve. Please note that any individuals who feel more comfortable continuing to mask should do so, and all members of the community should respect the rights of those who wish to remain masked. Masks and hand sanitizer will be made available to attendees.

In support of improving patient care, Duke University Health System Clinical Education and Professional Development is accredited by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), to provide continuing education for the health care team. The designation was based upon the quality of the educational activity and its compliance with the standards and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). In order to receive these CEs you must attend the professional track of sessions and pay the professional attendee fee.

We do not have a specific date for the close of registration. The registration will close once the event reaches capacity. 

If you are interested in volunteering, please email Nicole Clagett:  Nicole.clagett@duke.edu

DukeWELL-ness Clinic

Join us at the DukeWELL-ness Clinic and prioritize your well-being conveniently and efficiently. You'll experience a quick and comprehensive 15-minute wellness visit with our dedicated team who will focus on vital aspects of your health and will provide screenings, education, and vaccinations. Stop by the health clinic early to sign up for your slot.

Available screenings include:

  • Blood pressure
  • Body Mass Index (BMI)
  • Depression
  • Vision
  • Diabetes/A1C

In addition, we’ll provide education on cholesterol and breast and lung health.

Screenings are free. If you choose to have a vaccination, Walgreens will handle insurance paperwork for payment.

Screenings will take approximately 15 minutes. Time slots are available throughout the day.

During the vision screening, a provider will look at signs and symptoms of eye problems and conduct a distance visual acuity for each eye.

We will provide one pair of prescription eyeglasses for anyone who does not have vision insurance or anyone having trouble accessing vision resources. You must have a valid eye prescription from an eye doctor for this service. Please bring a copy of your prescription in either paper or electronic (picture, PDF, etc.) form to the clinic.
 

Attendees will be pre-screened for diabetes. If it is determined that you are at high rik, we will do a blood test using Siemens A1C Analyzers. Results are ready within seven minutes and attendees will meet with credentialed Duke providers to review results.

On-site providers will be available to discuss your results with you and reach out to your provider to report your results. Duke Primary Care schedulers will also be on hand to schedule follow-up appointments for you.

Breast and lung education will be provided by Duke Imaging. Our nurses will walk you through the importance of screening for both breast and lung cancer, especially if you are considered a high-risk candidate. Duke Imaging can schedule appointments for Saturday, September 21, 2024.

Walgreens will provide vaccinations for flu, COVID-19 (including boosters), shingles, and pneumonia.

Walgreens will handle all paperwork for processing and payment through your insurance company. Fill out the Vaccination Administration Record (VAR) – Informed Consent form and Walgreens will take care of the rest. Free flu vouchers will be provided for any uninsured general attendees.

If you or someone you care for requires adult diapers, barrier creams, or related products, we are here to help. Our compassionate team of volunteers will provide these essential items free of charge while supplies last. Drop by and allow us to lend a helping hand to you during your caregiving journey.

Yes. Duke Primary Care schedulers will be on site to schedule new and follow-up patient appointments plus behavioral health appointments.

Our Duke Primary Care schedulers can set you up with a new Duke network provider on the spot.

Community outreach volunteers can walk you through resources for behavioral health, transportation, local food banks, and theDiaper Bank of North Carolina, to name a few.

Exhibitors and sponsors are welcome at the DukeWELL-ness clinic but should attend during session times, leaving break time for attendees. Check your exhibitor packet for more information.

For More Information

If you have additional questions, contact Nicole Clagett at nicole.clagett@duke.edu.

This page was medically reviewed on 08/12/2024