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Alzheimer Society of Durham Region: Virtual Care Partner Conference - FREE Admission

Hosted by the Alzheimer Society of Durham Region 

Navigating the Journey: Supporting Care Partners of Those Living With Dementia

Thursday, January 30th, 2025 from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m on ZOOM.

Registration Link: https://bit.ly/49DGAcJ

This conference is designed to empower caregivers facing the challenges of dementia care. Topics include safety technology, understanding behaviours, strategies to help with communication and caregiver stress, the latest advancements in Alzheimer’s disease research and treatment, and much more.

Whether you're a current caregiver, a family member, or simply interested in learning more, this conference is designed to equip you with the knowledge and resources you need to navigate the dementia journey with confidence and compassion. Thank you to Senior Protection for sponsoring this event. 

Agenda:

9 - 9:15 a.m. Welcome

9:15 - 9:30 a.m. Keynote speaker

9:30 - 9:30 a.m. Legal Issues in Dementia Care with Graham Webb

10:15 a.m. Break (15 min.)

10:30 - 11:15 a.m. Understanding Responsive Behaviours with Dana Warner

11:15. - 12:00 p.m. What’s New in Alzheimer’s Research & Treatment with Dr. Cohen 

12 p.m. Lunch Break (30 min.)

12:30 - 1:15 p.m. Locating Technologies and Safety Devices with Ron Beleno 

1:15 - 2 p.m. An Introduction to DementiAbility with Laura Seguin

2 p.m. Break (15 min.)

2:15 - 3 p.m. Communication & Family Dynamics with Craig Smith 

3 - 3:45 p.m. Caregiver Stress & Building Resilience with Craig Smith

3:45 - 4 p.m. Wrap Up

About Our Speakers:

Graham Webb LL.B., LL.M

Lawyer, Executive Director of the Advocacy Centre for the Elderly.

Dana Warner, RPN

Nurse, MINT Memory Clinic, Alzheimer Society of Durham Region.

Dr. Sharon Cohen, MD FRCPC B., LL.M

Behavioural Neurologist, Medical Director of Toronto Memory Program.

Ron Beleno

Caregiver and Advocate in the dementia and aging communities.

Laura Seguin, BA, MSc

Gerontologist, Managing Director & Educator, DementiAbility Enterprises Inc.

Craig Smith

Geriatric Assessor and Mediator, Ontario Health at Home.