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
Recording | Slides
Lakeitha Sims, MS

12:40 – 1:25 pm

Sleep as Self-Care
Recording | Slides
Glenna Brewster Glasgow, PhD, RN, FNP-BC

1:35 – 2:20 pm

Health Disparities & Inequalities in Alzheimer’s and Dementia
Recording | Slides
Beverly Berry, MA, CHES

2:30 – 3:15 pm

Decision-Making Among Black Caregivers
Recording | Slides
Quinton D. Cotton, PhD, MSSA

3:30 – 4:00 pm

Panel Discussion with Presenters
Recording
Gunjan Manocha, PhD, and Nikki Wegner, MS, OT

This virtual event was a free learning opportunity for providers, healthcare professionals, community workers and caregivers with experts on dementia practices.

Program Objectives

• Define dysphagia and its implications for people living with dementia
• Incorporate nutrition in diet for people living with dementia
• Discuss mealtime challenges and how to navigate mealtime for people living with dementia

Event Videos

Navigating Mealtime Challenges: Strategies for Encouraging Eating and Managing Behaviors in Dementia Care
Kara Welke, OTD, Home Therapy Solutions

Dementia and Dysphagia
Nicole Kiel Paschke, MS, CCC/SLP, University of North Dakota

Diet, Nutrition and Dementia
Puja Agarwal, PhD, Rush University