Join Healthy Brain Virginia for a Black History Month webinar exploring why representation in Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (ADRD) research is critical to advancing brain health equity. This 60-minute session features lived experience from a research participant, insights from the Black American-United Memory and Aging Project, and a clinical perspective from a geriatrician—followed by […]
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 […]
In The 45% Hope, Dr. Jaime A.B. Wilson reframes brain health through a powerful metaphor: your brain is not a switch... It’s a city with lights, highways, and dimmers. Research now suggests that up to 45% of dementia risk is modifiable, meaning there are real, practical ways to keep the lights on longer, at any […]
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 […]
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 […]
Presenter: Sherri Gjerdingen, Zunity Lifestyle Presented in Partnership With: CSD Access & AARP Registration required. Register
Do you want to better understand the connection between alcohol use and trauma among older adults in the Deaf community? Join DeafHealth and DSA for a free, informative webinar exploring alcohol use, trauma, and accessible paths to support. This session will highlight the Signs of Safety project - a therapy approach developed specifically for deaf […]
