NASW-ND Events

Alzheimer’s Disease and Other Dementias: What Do Social Workers Need to Know?

In Partnership with NASW-IL

NASWND Chapter 0 211

Date: Thursday, August 1, 2024

Time: 10:30am to 12:00pm CDT

Presenter: Elizabeth Gould, MSW, LCSW

Virtual Platform: Zoom

Cost: 1.5 CEUs (fulfills IL Alzheimer’s Disease and Other Dementias Training requirement) / $23 Nonmember / $10 NASW Members

Description: Currently, an estimated 6.5 million Americans age 65 and older are living with dementia. Individuals and families are struggling with how to navigate getting a diagnosis, living with dementia, and obtaining support. Participants will learn about four common dementia diagnoses, the diagnostic process including screening and assessment, effective communication strategies, understanding behavior and dementia care management and care planning, and supported decision making.

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