IEMC webinar: Genuine Experiences for Genuine People

Genuine Experiences for Genuine People: Living a Life Worth Living This professional webinar explores how to create meaningful experiences for individuals living with dementia by honoring who they are—past and present. Participants will learn how to interpret life histories to better understand each person’s identity and preferences, and design ability- and interest-based activities that foster engagement, dignity, and connection. Learning … Read More

Beyond Family: Building Connection When the Individual is Alone

Beyond Family: Building Connection and Support for Individuals Living with Dementia Alone Not every person living with dementia has family or informal care partners available to provide support. This webinar explores how dementia professionals can become intentional relationship-builders by learning an individuals life story, identifying meaningful connections, and creating a supportive environment grounded in safety, co-regulation, and emotional well-being. Participants … Read More

IEMC webinar: Living with Down Syndrome and Alzheimer’s Disease

Introduction to IDD and Dementia This professional webinar provides an essential introduction to the intersection of Down Syndrome and Alzheimer’s disease, highlighting the unique age-related challenges faced by adults with Down Syndrome. Participants will learn about physical and cognitive changes associated with aging, the importance of conducting baseline evaluations to monitor health and functioning, and strategies to support families navigating … Read More

LATE: The Dementia We May Be Missing

LATE: The Dementia we may be Missing: Understanding Limbic-Predominant Age-Related TDP-43 Encephalopathy Not all dementia is Alzheimer’s disease. Libic-predominant Age-related TDP-43 Encephalopathy (LATE) is an age-associated brain disorder that can produce dementia symptoms resembling Alzheimer’s, yet its underlying pathology and progression are different. This webinar will introduce attendees to LATE, explore its unique symptom patterns and clinical presentation, and examine … Read More

Co-regulation and YOU: The Intentional Connection

Co-regulation and YOU: The Intentional Connection Co-regulation is a powerful approach to supporting individuals living with dementia by recognizing how our own presence, emotions, communication, and responses can influence another person’s sense of safety and well-being. This webinar explores the importance of care partner self-regluation and intentional connection to help reduce distress, support emotional regulation, and create more meaningful interactions. … Read More

When Dementia Changes the Story: Understanding Grief of Dementia

When Dementia Changes the Story: Understanding Grief in the Person Living with Dementia Grief is often discussed from the perspective of family members and care partners, but individuals living with dementia experience their own profound and often overlooked losses. As abilities, roles, relationships, independence, routines, and familiar aspects of identity change, the person living with dementia may experience ongoing grief … Read More

IEMC webinar: Dementia & Sexual Behaviors

Dementia & Sexual Behaviors: Challenges, Insights, and Dignified Care Strategies Intermediate Level Dementia Educational Event This webinar provides a thoughtful exploration of inappropriate sexual behaviors in individuals living with dementia, a complex and often misunderstood challenge for caregivers and healthcare professionals. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of the underlying causes, including neurological changes, environmental triggers, and unmet emotional or … Read More

Introduction to the Ecosystems Approach to Dementia Care

Introduction to the Ecosystems Approach to Dementia Care This professional webinar introduces mindfulness as a practical and powerful tool for professionals working with those living with dementia in order to enhance their personalized ecosystem. 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 … 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