Bringing Out Their Best: Prioritizing Patient Self-Care Practices

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
FREE
1.0 CEU available for:

  • LSW/LISW/SWA (CSWMFT #: RSX069601)

  • Nurses ​(via reciprocity with the CSWMFT board)
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Summary: 

Living well with a dementia diagnosis is possible. With the rate of diagnosis increasing dramatically in the state of Ohio and across the country, reducing stigma, addressing myths and misinformation, and supporting individual purpose and community participation is the work of all of us. Become a Dementia Friend and discover the important role you and your organization can play in building the dementia-inclusive community.
 
In this workshop, facilitated by Barb White and hosted by the Arts & Culture Inclusion Council, you will not only gain a deeper understanding of dementia but also learn how to implement flexible, responsive communication and environmental strategies for continuing to engage those living with a dementia diagnosis (and their care partners) in the work of your organization and in a life of purpose and participation.      

Objectives:

  • Describe dementia and state the most common type of dementia

  • State the five key messages about dementia
    • Dementia is not a normal part of aging. Not everyone who grows old will develop dementia.
    • Dementia is caused by Diseases of the brain. The most common is Alzheimer’s.
    • Dementia is not just about having memory problems. It can affect thinking, communication and doing everyday tasks.
    • It is possible to have a good quality of life with dementia.
    • There’s more to the person than the dementia. People with dementia are a valuable part of the community

  • Explain two approaches to effectively communicate with a person living with dementia

  • List two community resources to assist individuals and families living with dementia

About the Speaker: Barb White

Barb recently retired as Deputy Director of the Akron-Summit County Public library after 31 years of service. She began as a Librarian at the McDowell branch, now Fairlawn-Bath, and also worked in Audio Visual Services, Mobile Services, and at the West Hill Branch, now Highland Square. She was promoted to Branch Manager at Highland Square and, in 2010, was promoted to General Manager of Branch Libraries. In 2018, Barb was named Deputy Director of the system. Barb’s ardent commitment to inclusion and diversity led the Library to its designation as Dementia-Inclusive by the Ohio Council for Cognitive Health and its distinction as the first public library in the country to be certified Sensory-Inclusive by KultureCity. She tirelessly continues her dedication to inclusiveness and shares the Dementia Friends and Dementia Champions program wherever she goes. 

REGISTRATION & CANCELLATION INFORMATION:

​Class sizes are limited, so register early.  Classes with low registrations may be canceled.  If the class is canceled or moved, participants will be contacted via email at least 24 hours in advance.

Classes start and end on time.  To ensure a quality experience for all, please arrive (in-person) or log in (virtual) at least 15 minutes prior to the class start time. 

SOCIAL WORKERS: CEU credits will be adjusted 0.25 credit hours for every 15 minutes not in attendance; adjusted certificates will be emailed to participants within 3 business days after the training.  LICENSED NURSING HOME ADMINISTRATORS: full participation is expected, no partial credit will be awarded. Hard copies of certificates will be mailed upon request.

It is difficult to control room temperature to everyone's comfort level.  We suggest you dress in layers that can be adaptable to warm and cool temperatures.

For auditing purposes, arrival and departure times and signature are required on attendance sheets.