Dementia is not a "normal" part of aging; a disease process causes dementia. This class will help you understand the complexities of dementia so you will be able to care for those with the disease. Awareness helps us to provide a higher standard of care, while enriching the quality of life of those affected by dementia.
It is important to understand the basics. According to the Alzheimer's Association, the number of Americans living with Alzheimer's disease is growing — and growing rapidly. An estimated 5.4 million Americans had Alzheimer's disease in 2016, and one in nine people age 65 and older has Alzheimer's disease.
Unfortunately, these are statistics for Alzheimer's alone, which affects only a segment of those categorized as having dementia. The bigger picture is even more staggering. There are over fifty different causes for dementia. We need to prepare ourselves in order to best serve those affected.
In this webinar, we will discuss what causes dementia, who it affects, recommendations, and its impact on caregivers.