Thank you for attending!! Hope to see you again next year!!
Treating dementia symptoms:
A non-pharmacological approach
A behavioral and holistic approach to promoting dignity, purpose, and hope for individuals with dementia.
March 21, 2019
8:00 AM- 5:00 PM
Ray Hall at Butler Hospital
345 Blackstone Blvd.
Providence, RI 02906
CEUs: This continuing nursing education activity is approved by the Northeast Multistate Division,
an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation for 7.5 CEUs.
Awaiting confirmation on SW CEU approval.
Thank you to our Diamond Sponsors
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Thank you to our Gold Sponsors : All American Assisted Living and Benchmark Assisted Living
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Keynote Speaker: Neurologist Dr. Daniel Potts
Coauthor of A Pocket Guide for the Alzheimer's Caregiver and one of Maria Shriver's Architects of Change, neurologist Daniel C. Potts champions life-affirming care for those with Alzheimer's disease/dementia and their caregivers. Currently serving as Attending Neurologist at Tuscaloosa VA Medical Center, Potts is also Founder and President of Cognitive Dynamics Foundation and Medical Director at Dementia Dynamics, LLC. Through educational services provided via these two institutions, Dr. Potts channels inspiration and hope gained through his personal experience as a caregiver for his father, who became an acclaimed watercolor artist in the throes of Alzheimer's disease. Potts has told his father's story of triumph, hope and creativity internationally.
Coauthor of A Pocket Guide for the Alzheimer's Caregiver and one of Maria Shriver's Architects of Change, neurologist Daniel C. Potts champions life-affirming care for those with Alzheimer's disease/dementia and their caregivers. Currently serving as Attending Neurologist at Tuscaloosa VA Medical Center, Potts is also Founder and President of Cognitive Dynamics Foundation and Medical Director at Dementia Dynamics, LLC. Through educational services provided via these two institutions, Dr. Potts channels inspiration and hope gained through his personal experience as a caregiver for his father, who became an acclaimed watercolor artist in the throes of Alzheimer's disease. Potts has told his father's story of triumph, hope and creativity internationally.
Program Details
8:00 Registration
Key Note: Bringing Art to Life: A Man & His Family, A Gift & A Place, A Mission
Dr. Daniel C. Potts, MD
The Holistic Approach to Dementia Care
Margarite McLaughlin, Consultant, New England QIN QIO, Healthcentric Advisors
Making Acute Care “Dementia” Friendly
Laurie Mantz, OTR, CADDCT-CDP, CDCM, CFRDT, Founder of Dementia Training for Life, LLC
Panel: Nature, Movement and Technology; Helping individuals with dementia adapt and flourish.
a) Holistic Mind-Mood Management with Essential Oils
Gwen Kazlouskas-Noyes, Soul Tree Healing Essentials
b) Innovations in Technology-Based Therapy to Empower People Living with Dementia
Emily Dubas, MS, CCC-SLP, The Learning Corp
c) The benefits of gliding for socialization, and reduced agitation in Memory Care
Laurie Mantz, OTR, CADDCT-CDP, CDCM, CFRDT
Maximizing Mobility at Home: A Holistic Approach Designed for those with Cognitive Deficits
Justin J. Oakley, MSOTR/L, ECHMP of Oakley Home Access
Neurologic Music Therapy in the treatment of Alzheimer’s and Related Dementias
Nicole O’Malley, MA, MT-BC of Hand in Harmony
Evidence Based Programs to Tap the Brakes on Cognitive Decline
Patti Said, Executive Director of New England Cognitive Center
Mindfulness and Meditation - The Practice of Presence to Support Self-Care and Resiliency
Shanti Douglas, of 8 Limbs Holistic Health
8:00 Registration
Key Note: Bringing Art to Life: A Man & His Family, A Gift & A Place, A Mission
Dr. Daniel C. Potts, MD
The Holistic Approach to Dementia Care
Margarite McLaughlin, Consultant, New England QIN QIO, Healthcentric Advisors
Making Acute Care “Dementia” Friendly
Laurie Mantz, OTR, CADDCT-CDP, CDCM, CFRDT, Founder of Dementia Training for Life, LLC
Panel: Nature, Movement and Technology; Helping individuals with dementia adapt and flourish.
a) Holistic Mind-Mood Management with Essential Oils
Gwen Kazlouskas-Noyes, Soul Tree Healing Essentials
b) Innovations in Technology-Based Therapy to Empower People Living with Dementia
Emily Dubas, MS, CCC-SLP, The Learning Corp
c) The benefits of gliding for socialization, and reduced agitation in Memory Care
Laurie Mantz, OTR, CADDCT-CDP, CDCM, CFRDT
Maximizing Mobility at Home: A Holistic Approach Designed for those with Cognitive Deficits
Justin J. Oakley, MSOTR/L, ECHMP of Oakley Home Access
Neurologic Music Therapy in the treatment of Alzheimer’s and Related Dementias
Nicole O’Malley, MA, MT-BC of Hand in Harmony
Evidence Based Programs to Tap the Brakes on Cognitive Decline
Patti Said, Executive Director of New England Cognitive Center
Mindfulness and Meditation - The Practice of Presence to Support Self-Care and Resiliency
Shanti Douglas, of 8 Limbs Holistic Health
Vendor and Sponsorship Opportunities Available