11.15.24 L&L: Dementia Friends

15 Nov

11.15.24 L&L: Dementia Friends

11.15.24 L&L: Dementia Friends

Friday, November 15, 2024 (9:00 AM to 10:00 AM)

Virtual

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This session has activities and discussion that cover the five key messages everyone should know about dementia, communication tips and strategies, and the ten warning signs of Alzheimer’s disease. You will get a sense of what it’s like to live with dementia or care for someone living with dementia. As a Dementia Friend, you are asked to turn your new understanding of dementia into a practical action that can help someone living in your community. Your action can be big or small – because every action counts!

George Worthington leads the Dementia Friendly Central Virginia initiative, which aims to help make our communities more welcoming and understanding of people living with dementia and their caregivers. George works as the Dementia Services Coordinator for Virginia's Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services (DARS), where he supports the Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Disorders Commission, drives the implementation of the Dementia State Plan, reviews existing programs and works with other agencies to more effectively deliver services to Virginians living with dementia. A native of Charlottesville, George has a Master of Science in Clinical Psychology from LaTrobe University in Melbourne, Australia.  

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