DementiaWiseTM Monthly Educational Webinars
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· Caring for a loved one with dementia can be made easier?
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· Difficult dementia behavior can be reduced? …even prevented?
· As a health care professional, you can stop aggressive behavior?
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Every third Tuesday of every month at both 7:00 p.m. ET and 9:30 p.m. ET.
Each is one hour and time permitting, include Q&A.
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As Director of Special Populations for ComForcare Senior Services, Dr. Deborah Bier hosts monthly online dementia care courses that focus on real-life issues for families and health care professionals who care for people with dementia.
If you need a fresh approach to effective dementia care strategies then these webinars are for you!
These sessions include proven dementia care strategies as taught through ComForcare’s proprietary dementia care program - DementiaWise.
The DementiaWise approach has proven to make care easier, reduce difficult dementia behavior and increase the quality of life for clients and their families. When DementiaWise care strategies are used, the result is more pleasant, positive and enjoyable days for individuals with dementia and those who love and care for them.
These free webinars take place on the third Tuesday of every month at both 7:00 p.m. ET and 9:30 p.m. ET. Each is one hour and time permitting, include Q&A.
June 17 - Delirium and Dementia: Do You Know About This Serious Risk?
Experienced by many elders, delirium is a serious medical crisis that can cause significant chronic cognitive and physical deterioration. Sadly, most cases are never even diagnosed. Find out how delirium can be prevented, how it differs from dementia and the strong relationship between the two conditions.
July 15 – Understanding the Difference Between Normal Age-Related Forgetfulness and Dementia
Is forgetfulness is a typical part of aging or could it be Alzheimer’s or some other type of dementia? Should you worry? We’ll explore the differences between dementia and normal age-related memory changes and help you understand the differences.
August 19 - Handling Difficult Dementia Behaviors
Many families struggle with how to handle difficult behavior in a loved one with dementia. Learn the best ways to deal with some of the most troubling dementia behavior.
September 16 - Home Safety Issues for People with Dementia
Most people with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia can continue living at home if they receive proper care and the home is equipped with the appropriate safety precautions. Learn about the types of home safety issues people with dementia face due to their cognitive problems and some effective, often low-cost, solutions.
October 21 - Dementia and the Medications That Can Make it Worse
The sad truth is that many older adults take medications that are known to cause or worsen the symptoms of dementia. Learn which prescription and over-the-counter medications can do this and how to avoid their pitfalls.
November 18 - Important Dementia Caregiving Techniques for Families
Are you struggling to care for someone with Alzheimer’s or other form of dementia? Learn cutting-edge best practices in dementia care that make providing care easier and help those with dementia more accepting of care, making everyone’s lives better!
December 16 - Creating Happy Holidays for Those Dealing with Dementia
Holidays can be wonderful times for family gatherings, but can become difficult when a loved one has dementia. Learn how to bring the family together in ways that include the person with dementia while avoiding the difficult behavior that can be a hallmark of dementia.
Bryan J. Romane - Owner
ComForcare Home Care of La Grange
