Building Resilience in Health Care in the time of COVID-19 through Collaboration- A Call to Action
In this Call to Action, we invite and urge the global health care community – in both practice and education – to take strategic actions, at all levels, to address burnout and develop resilience among HCPs, faculty, learners, healthcare organizations, and healthcare systems.
Community and Patient Resources
This webinar (51:09 minutes) given by Corinne Calise Russo discusses how community health workers can engage patients and families in their healthcare choices in the community and empower them to seek affordable services and programs in the area. By the end of this presentation, learners should be able to: (1) identify the importance of engaging patients and families into their healthcare choices; (2) describe how to access local & state resources; and (3) discuss how to share new information with colleagues.
Managing Conflict Between Patients, Families and Providers
This webinar (59:56 minutes) given by Rachel Roach discusses how to manage conflicts that arises between patients, families, and providers. By the end of this webinar, learners should be able to: (1) recognize anger is a common response in life-threatening situations; (2) describe communication techniques for defusing anger; and (3) apply recommended skills to deal with conflict and guide patients' families and other clinicians through difficult decisions. Registration is required by the creators to access the material but there is no charge.
Assessment and Diagnosis of Dementia
This presentation (1:02:55 minutes) given by Seth M. Keller discusses the challenge of assessing a decline in function and making an accurate and appropriate diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease. By the end of this presentation, learners should be able to: (1) describe the possible reasons why decline may occur in someone aging with an IDD; (2) describe what tools may be helpful in determining if dementia is occurring; and (3) explain how a family member/caregiver is helpful in providing input to a healthcare provider with dementia. A case study and discussion are included in the presentation.
Family Dynamics and Communication
This presentation (37:22 minutes) given by Leone Murphy discusses practical tools to help navigate and support common family challenges related to individuals with intellectual disabilities affected by dementia. By the end of this presentation, learners should be able to: (1) understand family dynamics and the importance of communication; (2) identify the stress that families experience; and (3) identify the need for flexibility when meeting the challenges throughout the lifespan of a person with Down Syndrome.
Diagnosis Dementia: Next Steps in Managing & Coordinating Care
This webinar (48:01 minutes) given by Sandra Fournier and Christine Gadbois discusses what to do once a person receives the diagnosis of dementia. By the end of this webinar, learners should be able to: (1) describe the importance of healthcare advocacy; (2) recognize the importance of meaningful engagement/meaningful activities; and (3) identify appropriate and accessible community resources. To access this material, registration is required by the creators but there is no charge for it. (Webinar starts at 4:00 minutes.)
Challenges and Opportunities for Supporting Dementia Caregivers: Insights from Public Health Professionals
The Minnesota-North Dakota chapter of the Alzheimer's Association conducted interviews with 12 public health officials to gain a better understanding of the agencies' current work and experience with supporting caregivers of dementia patient and the challenges and opportunities anticipated for implementing dementia caregiving programs in the future. This document summarizes key themes and insights concluded from the interviews.
Dementia Care During COVID-19: Lessons from Patients and Recommendations for Providers
This presentation (20:53 minutes) given by Carolyn Parsey discusses caring for dementia patients during COVID-19 that includes the perspectives of caregivers on this subject.
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Behavioral Management in Alzheimer's Disease: An Evidence-Based Approach
This presentation (1:15:56 minutes) given by Susan M. McCurry discusses evidence-based practices for the care of people with dementia, focusing on neuropsychiatric behaviors.