IEMC webinar: Introduction to Mindfulness and Dementia

Genuine Care Approaches for Genuine Connection This professional webinar introduces mindfulness as a practical and powerful tool for professionals working with those living with dementia. Participants will explore how cultivating presence, awareness, and intentionality can enhance interactions and create genuine, supportive environments for individuals living with dementia. Emphasis is placed on using mindfulness to better understand each person’s needs, respond … Read More

IEMC webinar: I HATE Sorting Socks!

Introduction to personal ecosystems, coregulation, and mindfulness Non-Pharmacological interventions are defined as “care approaches that are unique to the individual that are used to redirect a behavioral expression.” You and your team created them for each person you support, but why are they not working? It’s more than just sorting socks… This session will focus on how you and your … Read More

Responding -vs- Reacting: Staying Cool when Behavioral Expressions Happen

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Intermediate Level Dementia Educational Event It’s not easy to stay cool when behaviors happen- especially when they are unpleasant expressions. It is SO easy to react…but is this the best way to care for someone with dementia? This session will review communication styles, and show ways staff can learn to refocus their care by identifying challenges and approaches that may … Read More