Topic: Public Health Issues. Dr. Brooke Rossheim will be presenting on public health issues, including vaccines, in LTC. Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85949087393 About the Network The Virginia Long-Term Care Clinician Network (LTC-CN) brings together medical directors and clinicians practicing in nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and other congregate care settings, such as Program of All-inclusive Care […]
February is not just about Valentine's Day; it's National Heart Health Month, and Brookdale at Home is rolling out the red carpet for a heart-healthy extravaganza! Join us for an enlightening event where we’ll dive deep into the world of cardiovascular wellness with expert tips and invaluable insights. Discover how our innovative Optimum Life® dining […]
About the Seminar Join us for the newly updated 2025 Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Care Seminar, the essential course for healthcare professionals and frontline staff striving to deepen their knowledge and compassion in dementia care. This seminar is your path to becoming a Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP) through the National Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners. […]
Our next Connector Conversations FREE webinar will focus on behavioral health, an area of growing need across both urban and rural communities, especially as CHWs expand their roles in hard-to-reach regions. Subject matter experts Elizabeth Foley, Betty St. Hilaire, and Cristina Leal will: Introduce foundational behavioral health concepts Equip CHWs with practical strategies to support […]
Healthcare professionals are increasingly confronted with ethically complex and emotionally charged decisions in the care management of older adults. This educational session equips participants with the tools and insights needed to navigate ethical challenges with clarity, courage and compassion. Through real-life scenarios, attendees will deepen their understanding of ethical principles, learn to apply decision-making models […]
Join our CHW Core Competency Training available nationwide this spring for CHWs across the country who are looking to strengthen foundational skills and deepen their practice. • Training Dates: March 12 – April 30, 2026 (weekly on Thursdays) • Time: 2:00–4:00 p.m. ET • Format: Self-paced online instruction and live sessions • Cohort Size: Limited […]
Presenter: Brian Chicoine, MD, Advocate Health Care, Adult Down Syndrome Clinic This one-hour webinar provides primary care clinicians with practical, visit-ready strategies for evaluating possible dementia in adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). The session focuses on recognizing IDD-specific dementia presentations, distinguishing lifelong baseline from new decline, incorporating caregiver input, and identifying when monitoring […]
National data indicate that nearly one quarter of older Americans living alone have dementia. This population faces numerous challenges, including food insecurity, which is often worsened by cognitive impairment, limited social support, and physical isolation. Traditional senior meal delivery programs are not always designed to address the unique needs of individuals with cognitive impairment, who […]
Our BOLD Public Health Center of Excellence on Early Detection of Dementia is pleased to offer an upcoming webinar where we will discuss new resources that we have developed for our partners, including two new resource guides — one for community-based organizations and one for health departments who are interested in promoting early detection of […]
Presenter: Seth Keller, MD, Neurologist, Neurology Associates of South Jersey Diagnosing dementia in adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) can be challenging and is often delayed or missed. This one-hour webinar guides primary care clinicians through a structured, IDD-informed diagnostic approach, including how to adapt standard dementia evaluations, identify reversible conditions that mimic dementia, […]
