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Getting to Know Dementia: Series of Six Classes In-Person

Getting to Know

Dementia

Series of six classes

Thursdays in

November & December

6pm-7:30pm

Presented by Eileen Daunt

The concept of using visual, verbal, and touch cues to approach and

connect with a person living in any state of dementia through the

Positive Physical Approach™ will be demonstrated and practiced.

11/7 • What is dementia, really?

11/14 • What brain changes & shifts in ability are noticed when dementia happens?

11/21 • Looking at progression & seeing more than loss: The GEMS state model

12/5 • The GEMS State Model: In the right setting with the right care, all GEMS can shine

12/12 • New skills for helping and supporting

12/19 • Being an advocate and building a support team

Darren Lanspery