Practical Approaches to Optimize Function in Dementia Patients

Practical Approaches to Optimize Function in Dementia Patients
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Practical Approaches to Optimize Function in Dementia Patients

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Over 6 million Americans are currently living with dementia—a number that continues to rise each year. Yet, despite this growing need, caregivers and clinicians often focus on the challenges of dementia, such as aggression, confusion, and withdrawal, rather than the remaining strengths of individuals living with the condition. Shifting to a "CAN DO" approach that emphasizes capability over inability not only fosters dignity and engagement but can also enhance functional outcomes and potentially slow symptom progression. Failure to implement these strategies can lead to increased caregiver burnout, decreased quality of life, and missed opportunities for meaningful connection. Clinicians are now charged with adding life to years, ratherthan just years to life.

This workshop will equip participants with the knowledge to distinguish between the key traits of major dementiatypes—Alzheimer's, vascular, and Lewy body—and will offer real-life caregiving strategies tailored to each stage. Attendees will learn hands-on techniques for promoting social interaction, creativity, andphysical engagement, fostering an environment of empowerment. By applying these "CAN DO" strategies, learners will return to their settings ready to create more supportive, engaging, and dignified care experiences for individuals with dementia and their caregivers.

Highlights

  • Review the most common types of dementia and distinguish the differences between them
  • Learn new ways to incorporate everyday activities into"CAN DO" activities for those living in different stages of dementia

Target Audience: Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants, Occupational Therapists, Occupational Therapy Assistants, Speech-Language Pathologists, Athletic Trainers

Reviews

5/5

Mildred (FL) on Feb 16, 2026

direct speaker experience

4/5

Maureen (PA) on Jan 20, 2026

instructor has good knowledge and strategies for snf\/memory care setting. would have liked to hear some more information for different settings such as acute care

5/5

Erica (OK) on Dec 11, 2025

loved learning the how types of dementia there are

4/5

Rana (NJ) on Dec 10, 2025

no everything went very well

4/5

Nicole (NY) on Dec 10, 2025

this seemed a little elementary - more like dementia 101. the first half was more like a course we took in graduate school, so i was hoping for a more in-depth approach.

5/5

Laurie (NC) on Dec 10, 2025

the instructor was knowledgeable and well spoken.

5/5

Peter (NJ) on Dec 10, 2025

i really appreciated the detailed breakdown of different types of dementia. i stayed on for the questions after the lecture and you really gave good insight on how to approach difficult situations in different settings (i work in acute care). i also think some of our patients would benefit from busy bags. i'm going to bring this back to my team.

5/5

Mathew (NJ) on Dec 10, 2025

great content and knowledge of instructor was great. very refreshing to hear her speak

5/5

Dean (NJ) on Dec 10, 2025

very good questions section!

5/5

joanne (NJ) on Dec 09, 2025

good webinar, helpful in my homecare practice


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