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‘Communication Strategies for Seniors with Dementia’ March 17

Caring for a person with dementia poses many challenges for families and caregivers. Join Dr. Jennifer Kim and Dr. Kanah Lewallen with Vanderbilt University School of Nursing as they provide communication strategies for addressing behaviors in dementia.

This session will cover minimizing distractions, promoting dignity and respect, non-verbal cues, verbal strategies, common triggers for behaviors and non-pharmacological strategies.

The next session of the Vanderbilt Child and Family Center’s Caregiver Support Group will be Wednesday, March 17, from 2 to 3 p.m.

Please RSVP to stacey.l.bonner@vanderbilt.edu for the Zoom details.