Topic:
“Effectively Coping with
Challenging Behaviors: How to Think Like A Champion Detective.”
Goal : To improve the quality of
life for persons living with dementia and other memory disorders.
The Montessori approach to learning can also benefit people with serious cognitive impairment.
“The conference is a great
opportunity for local caregivers,” said Debbie Moroney, CEO of the
Alzheimer’s Project. “You learn about the latest trends and techniques
from industry experts, and you meet other caregivers facing similar
challenges.”
In addition to helping family caregivers, the conference offers
Continuing Education Credits (4.0 hours) to healthcare professionals,
provided by Big Bend Hospice.
Available Training
Alzheimer’s
Project and Florida State University College of Medicine are conducting
the 35th Annual Alzheimer’s Disease Education and Training Conference
Date: Saturday, Feb. 8.
Venue: FSU College of
Medicine
Time: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
$10 admission fee that includes lunch. Respite
care, including activities for people living with dementia, will be
provided at no charge.
The
conference brings together top educators, trainers, and other experts to
discuss topics that are important to family caregivers and healthcare
professionals.
Other conference topics include:
• Legal Issues related to dementia
• Improving behavior through communication
• Managing grief and loss
• A research update
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