Strategies to Address Social Isolation and Loneliness for People Living with Dementia and their Caregivers

Date & Time: 

Apr 23, 2024 01:00 PM in Central Time (US and Canada)

Description:

Given the high prevalence and impact of social isolation and loneliness among people living with dementia (PLWD) and those who care for them, providing activities that offer a range of positive health outcomes is critical. In this webinar, presenters will discuss the unique impact of dementia on social isolation and loneliness, tools for measuring these experiences, and common types of programs for addressing social isolation and loneliness among people living with dementia and their caregivers. In addition, Oakwood Creative Care will present how they use Memory Cafés to address the needs of PLWD and their caregivers. Information will be shared on how to create a successful Memory Café in your community and how participation in the Memory Café can significantly reduce social isolation and loneliness for both PLWD and their caregiver.

Direct questions to NADRC-Webinars@rti.org

Please note: NADRC webinars are free of charge and open to the public. NADRC webinars are recorded and will be available for viewing at https://nadrc.acl.gov/.

Pre-registration is required to attend the live webinars. Closed captioning is available during the live event and is included in the recording for all NADRC webinars.

Participants in this webinar will:

• Understand the impact of dementia on social isolation and loneliness.
• Learn about five types of programs aimed at addressing social isolation and loneliness.
• Gain practical knowledge on how to develop a successful Memory Café in their community, and the benefits and challenges of hosting them.
• Learn why participation in a Memory Café is a successful strategy for reducing social isolation and loneliness for both the PLWD and their caregiver.