Are you passionate about helping individuals with dementia find joy and connection through art? Take the next step by becoming a certified facilitator for Memories in the Making, an innovative program that uses creative expression to unlock memories and emotions. What is Memories in the Making? Memories in the Making is a unique art program
This course examines how memory, dementia, caregiving, and aging shape a person's identity and daily life. Participants will review how memories are formed, distinguish normal age-related changes from warning signs of dementia, and explore Alzheimer's disease and other common causes of dementia. The course also addresses diagnosis, stages, treatment approaches, caregiver preparation, safety, communication, routines,
This refresher training is designed for those that have taken the Memories in the Making facilitator training and want to strengthen their skills and reconnect with the purpose of the program. Review key facilitation techniques, person-centered approaches, and practical strategies for creating meaningful art experiences that support expression, connection, and dignity for people living with
What do we know today about Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias—and where is the science heading? This Lunch N’ Learn provides an accessible update on current research, including what we understand about brain changes, risk factors, diagnosis, biomarkers, treatment advances, and emerging directions in dementia care and prevention. Presentation is at 11:00am followed by a
