This presentation (57:13 minutes) given by LuAnn Lundquist discusses how to create a community-based activity group for those with dementia. She walks through what qualifies as a community-based activity group versus an adult day care, who attends a...
This presentation (57:18 minutes) given by Sarah Jane Obray discusses dementia caregiver kits. Her goal is to introduce a new resource or tool that will be fun to incorporate into a caregiving routine and helps decrease stress and redirect a person...
This presentation (59:33 minutes) given by Alberto Enrique Varela discusses the intersection between geriatric care and dentistry and how it relates to the 4M's of geriatric care. Topics covered include: the 5M’s of Geriatrics; the mind and mouth;...
This presentation (59:51 minutes) by Linda Cole discusses the importance of staying connected during challenging times. The principles presented can be applied to any challenges that happen in one's life, not just the current COVID-19 pandemic. It...
This presentation (57:34 minutes) has two parts. The first part is presented by Hailey Haffey, who focuses on "Narrative Medicine and Caregiving for Memory-Related Conditions." She discusses the concept of narrative medicine and and her work with a...
This presentation (51:43 minutes) given by Catherine Sharpsteen and Bonnie Shepherd discusses dementia and frontotemporal degeneration (FTD) from a family perspective. By the end of the presentation, learners should be able to: (1) define dementia; (2...
This presentation (53:39 minutes) given by Megan Owens discusses nutrition and dementia, specifically caregiver needs at mealtime. Topics of this presentation include: (1) a brief overview of caregiver burden specific to dementia and memory loss needs...
This presentation (48:00 minutes) by Rebecca Utz discusses the research done at University of Utah about respite and caregivers. She then speaks about how the research led to an intervention that has been developed and tested with caregivers.
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This presentation (58:51 minutes) given by Patricia Schwab discusses planning together for living with dementia with a focus on advance care planning. Topics of this presentation include: (1) what to expect as dementia progresses; (2) an overview of...
This presentation (59:07 minutes) given by Lisa Morrise discusses engagement while working in the geriatric setting. By the end of the presentation, learners should be able to: (1) understand what is meant by "engagement"; (2) know how engagement...