2023 – Project ECHO Archives
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Dementia Detection and Caregiving Challenges in the Black and African American Communities
This virtual event was a learning opportunity for providers, healthcare professionals, people living with dementia, and caregivers. Participants learned about the disparities in prevention, diagnosis and treatment of Alzheimer’s diseases and other dementias, and caregiver challenges in Black and African American communities.
February 28, 2023 Event Materials
This virtual presentation was a no-cost learning opportunity for providers, healthcare professionals, people living with dementia and caregivers. Participants learned about the disparities in prevention, diagnosis and treatment of Alzheimer’s diseases and other dementias, and caregiver challenges in Black and African American communities.
Program Objectives
- Discuss the disparities with Alzheimer’s disease in Black and African American communities
- Describe the experiences of Black and African Americans who are impacted by dementia and their care partners
- Identify resources and behavioral techniques for people living with dementia and their care partners
Summary of Event
12:05 – 12:35 pm Understanding Alzheimer’s and Dementia | Lakeitha Sims, MS
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12:40 – 1:25 pm Sleep as Self-Care | Glenna Brewster Glasgow, PhD, RN, FNP-BC
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1:35 – 2:20 pm Health Disparities & Inequalities in Alzheimer’s and Dementia | Beverly Berry, MA, CHES
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2:30 – 3:15 pm Decision-Making Among Black Caregivers | Quinton D. Cotton, PhD, MSSA
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3:30 – 4:00 pm Panel Discussion with Presenters | Gunjan Manocha, PhD, and Nikki Wegner, MS, OT
Recording
Topic: Mild Cognitive Impairment
Microlearning Case-based Article for Interprofessional (IP) Age-Friendly Healthcare
Topic: Diabetes and Older Persons
Microlearning Case-Based Article for Interprofessional Age-Friendly Healthcare
Living in Long-Term Care Today
This recorded webinar series is for residents, family members, and professional caregivers in long-term care.
American Interprofessional Health Collaborative
- American Interprofessional Health Collaborative
Provides IPE-related news, resources, and information on conferences and events.