12 PM - 1 PM CST
How to Prevent and Manage Dementia Related Behaviors
Managing dementia-related behaviors can present challenges for families, clinicians, and senior living facilities alike.
Despite their complex nature, dementia-related behaviors can be managed and with knowledge, skill and patience can even be prevented.
1.0 Free CEU credit is available after the presentation
Learning Objectives:
Define dementia-related behavior.
Understand what contributes to the development of dementia-related behaviors.
Become aware of common behaviors associated with each stage of dementia.
Discuss strategies that can help to prevent, minimize, and/or reduce behaviors.
Through case studies learn about a tool that can be helpful when working to decrease and/or resolve dementia-related behaviors.
PRESENTERS
Theresa Klein, OTR/L
Theresa Klein, OTR/L, is an Occupational Therapist and Dementia Consultant with over 34 years of specialized experience in dementia care. Developer of the DIFference Care Program™, Theresa has served as a clinician, consultant, author, and educator across senior living, neurology, and clinical settings. Inspired by her experience as a family care partner, she provides training, program design, and consultation to support families and professionals.
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