Brain Changes and Dementia
Class summary
Sooner or later, we will all encounter someone living with dementia, whether it's a loved one, neighbor, or friend. This dynamic course is designed to help you understand how dementia affects the brain and why those changes matter. By uncovering the cognitive shifts that come with dementia, you'll be better equipped to connect, communicate, and offer meaningful support as a care partner.
With a clear understanding of how dementia impacts different parts of the brain, you'll learn to recognize which functions are affected and which remain intact. This insight is key to bridging gaps in communication, adjusting your approach, and maintaining positive interactions. We'll focus on using strengths that still exist to foster success, even when deficits are present.
Key takeaways
In this engaging and hands-on session, you will:
Discover four essential truths about dementia that will enhance your understanding of the disease
Learn how dementia affects the brain, identifying both the functions that are lost and those that remain
Develop practical, powerful techniques to connect with someone living with dementia and practice them in class
Join us and walk away with deeper insight, compassion, and the tools to create moments of connection that matter!
CEU Credit Available: This class qualifies for 1.5 hours of CEUs for social workers.
Resources
Video: Brain Changes and Dementia, Teepa Snow’s Positive Approach to Care
Presentation: Brain Changes and Dementia, Tracy Keibler
