Dementia: Why do they do that… and what can I do about it?

July 8, 2020 | 12 – 1 p.m.

Understanding comes from knowing, which is why AuthoraCare Collective and Well•Spring Solutions have partnered to present an informative webinar on dementia during COVID-19.
Being the caregiver for someone with dementia can be challenging, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. Why do difficult behaviors happen and what can be done about them?

Register for the Webinar on Zoom

https://authoracare.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_QXbZYwn3TpGVHTvZB8f3lw
Webinar ID: 944 5026 9522
Join Via Phone Call: 301.715.8592
Questions about Zoom? Visit support.zoom.us for instructions.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

• Understand why some dementia behaviors are so difficult
• Understand the source of the behaviors and how we can prevent or respond to them
• Learn how to practice self-care and get the support you need

MEET OUR SPEAKERS

Jodi Kolada is the Director of Business and Caregiver Outreach with Well•Spring Solutions, leading the business development and strategic growth of Well•Spring Solutions, as well as Just1Navigator and Caregiver Support / Education efforts. Jodi has a master’s degree in Gerontological Studies from Miami University of Ohio. She is a certified co-leader of Powerful Tools for Caregivers. She is a certified trainer of the UCLA Longevity Center Memory Fitness Program as well as a certified instructor of the Dementia Dialogues Program from the Arnold School of Public Health at the University of South Carolina. She also presents to faith, civic and community organizations about caregiving issues upon request.

Risa Hanau, LCSW is the Director of Education at AuthoraCare Collective. Risa is a seasoned presenter and teacher in the area of end-of-life and ethics. She is a member of the Cone Health Ethics Committee. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker by training and holds a Master of Social Work from The University of Pennsylvania.