Positive Approach to Care Dementia Workshops at OPC

Presented by Dr. Beth Nolan, Director of PAC Research & Policy, and developed by renowned dementia educator, Teepa Snow, these workshops aim to help care partners understand brain changes resulting from dementia and learn ways of approach that accommodates for those changes.

Session 1: 9am - noon: Using a Positive Approach to Dementia Care
Learn the important role that attitudes and behaviors play in interaction with those living with dementia along with verbal and nonverbal strategies and techniques.

Session 2: 1 - 4pm: The Typical Progression of Dementia and How to Help
Introduction to the GEMS-States of Brain Change. Explore effective ways to offer support to improve care interactions and relationships.

Registration is required by calling (248)659-1029 or by registering online at MyActiveCenter.com

Dementia workshops courtesy of the Rochester Hills ARPA Nonprofit Grant.