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The Bridge Alzheimer's & Dementia Resource Center

Join us for our second Annual Conference:
"A Positive Approach to Dementia"

Learning to navigate the challenges and meet the needs of those affected by
Alzheimer's disease and other types of dementia
November 4th, 2022 | Shreveport, LA

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A Positive Approach to Dementia

Attend our second annual conference on Nov. 4, 2022

Caring for someone with Alzheimer's disease or another type of dementia is challenging, even for full-time health care professionals.

The Goal of the Conference presented by the Bridge Alzheimer's & Dementia Resource Center is to provide resources, information, and education for family members, caregivers and professionals caring for individuals affected by Alzheimer's and other related dementias.

Who Should Attend?

Family caregivers, seniors, students, activity professionals, nurse practitioners, registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, social workers, marriage and family therapists, and others whose lives are affected by Alzheimer's and other dementias.

DATE: Friday, November 4, 2022
LOCATION: Bain Hall, First United Methodist Church Shreveport
500 Common Street, Shreveport, Louisiana 71101
TIME: 8:00AM - 4:00PM; Doors open at 7:30AM
REGISTRATION FEE: $25 per person

We have Caregiver Scholarships available to pay for your registration fee, call our office for more information: 318-617-6282
-Registration Fee includes breakfast muffins, coffee, water, one lunch box, and other snacks
-Feel free to bring own lunch and snacks if you have dietary restrictions

Program Objectives:

Enhance awareness and increase dementia care skills
Learn positive approach to care skills
Find happiness in caring for individuals affected by Alzheimer's and other dementias
Learn how to identify expressions of unmet needs of the dementia individual
Acquire awareness of opportunities to participate in local research
Understanding the importance of self-care for the caregiver
Include music and movement for the caregiver journey

If you are in the world of dementia care, you have likely heard of Teepa Snow, world renowned educator and Master Trainer in the field of dementia. For over 40 years, she has built an organization, Positive Approach to Care (PAC). The Bridge Alzheimer's & Dementia Resource Center is excited to bring to you our keynote speaker for our 2022 conference, Beth Nolan, who is a representative from the Teepa Snow organization.