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The world is grappling with a crisis as the
baby boomer generation ages into dementia.
The United States is no exception, with an
estimated nine million Americans projected to
be living with dementia by 2030.

In light of this, Wine, Women, & Dementia
provides a poignant and intimate look into the
human side of dementia. This film follows the
journey of former dementia family caregiver
and filmmaker, Kitty Norton, as she embarks on
a cross-country RV adventure with her best friend,
Beth Rigazio, to meet the dementia family caregivers
who provided virtual friendship and encouragement through their shared caregiver experiences. Through these face-to-face encounters, Norton seeks to deepen her understanding of the caregiving experience, and highlight the vital support that caregivers provide to one another, despite the physical distance between them.Wine, Women, and Dementia explores the themes of perseverance, familial devotion, and most importantly how to celebrate life on a long, long road to death. The film screening will be followed by a community conversation hosted by Beth Herrild, Executive Director of South Whidbey at Home, Aimie Vallat, Advisor to Healing Circles Langley, and film director and producer, Kitty Norton!