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Dementia Beyond Drugs
CHANGING THE CULTURE OF CARE
with G. ALLEN POWER, M.D.
A 6-HOUR WORKSHOP: This workshop uses the
framework of culture change to introduce an experiential model
of care designed to reduce the use of antipsychotic drugs to treat
dementia patients. Learn why the current paradigm for dementia
care can never produce satisfactory results and explore alternative
approaches that facilitate growth, meaningful engagement, and
improved well-being via the application of person-directed practices.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Anyone caring for people
with dementia–administrators, DONs, health care professionals
(physicians, APRNs, PAs, nurses, pharmacists, social workers,
health care professional students, etc.), in home care, home- and
community-based providers, clinics, extended care, sub-acute,
assisted living communities and acute hospital care staff.
WHEN:
Wednesday, June 3rd
9:30 a.m. to 3:45 p.m.
Round table discussion for physicians
(others are welcome to attend) with
Dr. Power from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.
WHERE:
Missoula: University of Montana
Todd Building (Live)
Billings: St. Vincent ‘s Healthcare
Mansfield Education Center in
the Burns Auditorium (Interactive
Teleconference)
SEATING IS LIMITED.
Professional contact hours will be provided for
nursing, social work, occupational therapy, and
administrators.
PROVIDED BY:
CONTACT: Pamela Longmire, RT, BAS
406-457-5885
Please RSVP the number attending to:
[email protected]
THE PRESENTER:
G. Allen Power, M.D., is a
geriatrician, author, musician,
and international educator
on transformational models
of care for older adults,
particularly those living with
changing cognitive abilities.
This learning opportunity is offered at no charge.
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