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Laramie, WY 82071

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Alzheimers Disease and Dementia

Online Videos/Modules

Parkinson's Disease: A webinar for Healthcare Professionals (HP)

May 17th, 2024 | TC: 9820 | 1 Hour

This webinar featured two speakers: Annie Brooks, MSW at the Parkinson's Foundation and Dr. Michael Korsmo, a movement disorders specialist at the Anschutz Medical Center. This webinar aims to build healthcare professional knowledge of the needs of individuals with Parkinson's during a hospital stay and ultimately contribute to improved patient outcomes during hospitalization. Partners: UW Communication Disorders & Parkinson's Foundation of the Rockies.

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Traversing the Landscape of Dementia (CG/HP)

Tina Stanco, MD. Geriatric Fellow, University of Wyoming Family Practice | September 18th, 2023 | TC: 9806 | 1 Hour

Filmed at the 2023 Wyoming Conference on Aging. Learning Objectives: A brief overview of dementia. Alzheimer’s disease treatments. Treatments on the horizon.

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Listening to Learn - Whole Person Assessment (HP)

Kyle S. Page, PhD, ABPP. Geriatric Psychologist | May 20th, 2022 | TC: 8818 | 1 Hour

From the 2022 Rocky Mountain Alzheimer's Summit (RMAS)

Learning Objectives: List at least 2 ways our current assessment approach may hinder learning. Explain
at least 2 needs from persons with dementia. Summarize advantages of a strengths-based approach.

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BOLD Partnerships: Working Together for a More Dementia Capable World (Panel) (HP)

Panelists: Joseph Gaugler, PhD. Soo Borson, MD. Lauren Parker, PhD, MPH. Matthew Baumgart. Moderator: Carol Taylor, LCSW | May 19th, 2022 | TC: 8812 | 1 Hour

From the 2022 Rocky Mountain Alzheimer's Summit (RMAS). Learning Objectives: Learn about thr BOLD Centers and their functions and foci. Discuss how the BOLD Centers can benefit rural locations. Panel discussion around translating community practice to current work in the field.

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Assessing Decisional Capacity in Persons with Dementia (HP)

Kyle S. Page, PhD, ABPP. Geriatric Psychologist | May 19th, 2022 | TC: 8807 | 1 Hour

From the 2022 Rocky Mountain Alzheimer's Summit (RMAS)

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Learning Objectives: Identify at least 2 influences on decision making in later life. Define the four suggested
psycholegal components of decision making. Describe at least 2 ways to support someone with
dementia.

BOLD Dementia Care: Principles of Detection, Diagnosis, and Care (HP)

Soo Borson MD. Deputy Editor, Journal of the American Geriatrics Society. Co-Lead, BOLD Center of Excellence on Early Detection of Dementia | May 19th, 2022 | TC: 8805 | 1 Hour

From the 2022 Rocky Mountain Alzheimer's Summit (RMAS)

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Learning Objectives: What early detection of dementia means. Why it matters. How it can improve
lifetime care.

Advancing the Science: The Latest in Alzheimer’s and Dementia Research (CG/HP)

Speaker: Jim Herlihy, Senior Director of Marketing & Communications. Alzheimer's Association, Colorado. | TC: 7810. Filmed at the 2021 Wyoming Conference on Aging | September 2021 | 1 hour

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The Future of Alzheimer's Care: An Update on Current Research (CG/HP)

Dean Hartley, PhD | June 15th, 2017 | TC: 6815

1 Hour

Filmed at the Rocky Mountain Alzheimer's Summit 2017

Learning Objectives: Explain the need and purpose of biomarkers. Explain the purpose of the revised diagnostics guidelines. Explain the status of clinical trials – past and present

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"Here and Now - A Dementia Focused Art Class" (CG/HP)

Dani Mandelstam, CRT, Q.D.C.P, Q.D.C.S | June 15th, 2017 | TC: 6816

1 Hour

Filmed at the Rocky Mountain Alzheimer's Summit 2017

Learning objectives: What is art therapy? Art therapy vs. recreational art programs. How to design a recreational art program for people living with dementia (PLWD) and their care partners utilizing community partnerships. Benefits of art for PLWD and their care partners

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"He's Acting that Way Again! Building our Awareness about Dementia-Related Behavior Changes" (CG/HP)

Kyle Page, PhD | June 15th, 2017 | TC: 6817

1 Hour

Filmed at the Rocky Mountain Alzheimer's Summit 2017

Learning objectives:

Name at least two cognitive changes that can occur with dementia
Name at least two behavioral/emotional changes that can occur with dementia
Identify two types of triggers for dementia-related behaviors

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"Dementia Resources in WY & Update on WY Alz State Plan" Discussion/Panel (CG/HP)

June 14th, 2017 | TC: 6818

Moderator: Deb Fleming, PhD; “Update on Alzheimer’s State Plan”: WDOH Aging Division: Linda Chasson
Panelists: Alzheimer's Association-WY Chapter: Janet Lewis, WDOH Aging Division: Linda Chasson, AARP: Sam Shumway, WyCOA: Catherine Carrico; WY Dementia Care: Dani Guerttman, Dementia Friendly Wyoming: Heather Comstock, Elder Care Advisors: Carol Taylor

1 Hour

Filmed at the Rocky Mountain Alzheimer's Summit 2017

Learning Objectives:

Become aware of development and implementation of the Wyoming state plan on Alzheimer's disease
Enhance awareness of resources within the state
Increase knowledge of how to access these resources

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"Heroes Among Us - How Everyday People Are Changing The Course of Alzheimer's History" (CG/HP)

Niki Kapsambelis book discussion with family: Steve McIntyre, Robin McIntyre, Chelsey McIntyre | June 14th, 2017 | TC: 6819

1 Hour 30 Minutes

Filmed at the Rocky Mountain Alzheimer's Summit 2017

Learning Objectives:

Improve media literacy and comprehension of why authenticity is crucial to advocacy
Understand the challenges surrounding advocacy from the patient’s perspective
Learn how personal stories impact the public’s perception of Alzheimer’s as well as research funding

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"Positive Connections - Useful Tools for Successful Interactions" (CG/HP)

Connie Hansen, CTRS, M. Ed | June 15th, 2017 | TC: 6820

1 Hour

Filmed at the Rocky Mountain Alzheimer's Summit 2017

Learning objectives:

Identify and utilize meaningful activities with elders with dementia
Assess environmental factors to consider when interacting with people with dementia
Create positive interactions with older adults with memory loss

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Dementia: Basics of Management and Treatment (CG/HP)

Tonja Woods, PharmD, CGP | October 21st, 2016 | TC: 6821

45 Minutes

Presented for the "Alzheimer's Disease Workshop for Public, Family and Caregiver" Oct 2016

Learning Objectives:

Use appropriate steps to assess a patient who may have dementia
Gain familiarity with pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments and management of the disease
Learn the risks and benefits of medications used to treat Alzheimer’s disease
Understand the social and psychological needs of Alzheimer’s patients and how to best support family members and patients with Alzheimer’s.

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Assessing Medical Consent Capacity - A Clinicians Perspective (HP)

Kyle Page, PhD | October 21st, 2016 | TC: 6822

1 Hour 45 Minutes

Presented for the "Alzheimer's Training for Healthcare & Legal Professionals" Workshop Oct 2016

Learning Objectives:

Identify the four suggested psycholegal components for medical consent capacity
Outline the clinician’s role in a capacity evaluation
Identify two assessment instruments helpful in determining medical consent capacity

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Behavioral Management: Understanding Behaviors and Foundational Management - Intro (CG/HP)

Kyle Page, PhD | January 2016 | TC: 6823

1 Hour 45 Minutes

Learning Objectives:

Understanding dementia behaviors
Describing dementia behaviors
Seven foundational behavioral strategies
Self-care

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Behavioral Management: Specific Behaviors, Assessing Behaviors, and Developing a Management Plan - Advanced (HP)

Kyle Page, PhD | January 2016 | TC: 6824

1 Hour 45 Minutes

Learning Objectives:

Review of a Dementia Behavior Management Plan: Intro
Managing specific behaviors
Investigating and evaluating behaviors
Developing a dementia behavior management plan
Additional resources

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Proactive Management of Cognitive Health in Patients with Diabetes (HP)

Norman Foster, MD | October 21, 2014 | TC: 6825

1 Hour 30 Minutes

Learning Objectives:

To emphasize the importance of knowing the cognitive status of older patients with diabetes and why dementia in diabetes often isn't identified or well-managed
Understand why patients with diabetes are at increased risk of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementia illnesses
Know how to proactively identify cognitive impairment during medical visits and family reports
Learn how to modify diabetes management when there is cognitive impairment

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Dementia in the Patient with Intellectual Disability (HP)

Seth Keller, MD | September 24, 2013 | TC: 6826

1 Hour 30 Minutes

Learning Objectives:

Understand how dementia affects individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
Be aware of the differences between normal age-related decline and decline from dementia

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Younger-Onset (Early-Onset) Alzheimer’s Disease (HP)

Monica Moreno | October 1, 2013 | TC: 6827

1 Hour 30 Minutes

Learning Objectives:

To understand the basics of younger-onset/early-onset Alzheimer's disease
Be able to identify the causes of younger-onset/early-onset Alzheimer's disease
Be aware of the unique challenges faced by individuals living with younger-onset/early-onset Alzheimer's disease and their loved ones
Understand the warning signs, diagnosis process, and impact and life after diagnosis

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Mini-Cog Training for Clinical Use (HP)

Soo Borson, MD | June 5, 2014 | TC: 6828

1 Hour

Learning Objectives:

To be able to understand what failing the Mini-Cog means for clinicians
Know what to do with the Mini-Cog screening data
Become comfortable interpreting Mini-Cog results with patients and families

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Contact Us

Wyoming Center on Aging

1000 E. University Ave, Dept 3415

Ross Hall, Room 411

Laramie, WY 82071

Phone: (307) 766-2829

Fax: (307) 766-2847

Email: wycoa@uwyo.edu