Non-Pharmacological Approaches to Alzheimer’s Prevention

Brian Browne, Dementia & Aging Expert of Cognitive Care Management, will explore various non-pharmacological strategies that have shown great promise in reducing the risk of Alzheimer’s, focusing on holistic, evidence-based approaches to brain health.

Effective Communication Strategies

Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias gradually diminish a person’s ability to communicate. Communication requires patience, understanding and good listening skills. Jolene DiBrago will teach you how to decode the verbal and behavioral messages delivered by someone with dementia and identify strategies to help connect and communicate at each stage of the disease.

Dementia and Challenging Behaviors

Living in the reality of a person with dementia can be a challenge when their view of the world is different from ours. Using “Yes, and” skills adapted from improv can help validate their feelings and experiences without agreeing. In this interactive session, Belinda Ordonez, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC, CHPN from Hospice of the Valley will […]

Hearing Loss: Benefits of Treatment

Treating hearing loss allows you to stay connected to the things that matter most in life. Better hearing means better communication and meaningful conversations. Ignoring hearing loss can lead to depression, isolation, stress, decreased auditory processing and an increased risk of dementia. Research has shown a strong correlation between hearing loss and cognitive decline, with […]

Dementia Friends Info Session

Arizona will experience the largest increase in persons developing Alzheimer’s and related dementias over the next five years. People with dementia need to be understood and supported in their communities. You can help by becoming a Dementia Friend. Lead by Dementia Friends Champions, you will walk away with the tools to implement YOUR Dementia Friendly […]

Dementia: Behavioral Changes with Disease Progression

Join us for an informative presentation by Anna Burke, M.D., Medical Director of the Alzheimer’s and Memory Disorders Division at Barrow Neurological Institute. Dr. Burke’s expertise includes the treatment of challenging behavioral and psychiatric disturbances that result from neurological conditions. Gain insights into current dementia care, the latest research advancements, and how to better support […]

Dementia and Hospice Care

Hospice has long been known for the ability to provide comfort and dignity throughout the dying process. Unlike other serious illnesses, Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias are extremely difficult to categorize into the neat stages of progression that are typically used to determine whether hospice care is appropriate.

Hearing Loss and Brain Health

It’s important to understand that hearing loss affects how the brain works. Hearing loss affects the information that enters our ears and impedes the ability to process language. Does this ‘sound’ kind of funny?  Dan Hewson, Audiologist, will talk about the 5 factors of hearing loss that cause a decrease in brain function.

Healthy Living for Your Brain & Body: Tips from the Latest Research

Healthy aging starts with forming healthy habits!  We will talk about the latest research providing insights into how to make lifestyle choices that may help you keep your brain and body healthy as you age. Learn about strategies and hands-on tools to help you incorporate these recommendations into a place for healthy aging.

Memory Support- “When is it Time?”

What can you do to help make the transition easier? Having these difficult conversations and knowing where to start can feel overwhelming. Jill Parsons, Director of Assisted Living and Memory Support with Sun Health, will provide you with the knowledge and tools to make the best decision.

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