The role of non-pharmacological interventions in dementia care.

Format:

Webinar: Live web broadcast

Date: TBD

Description

Non-pharmacological therapies can be effective in treating the symptoms of dementia. They can help with both behavioural symptoms and memory problems. This webinar will present information on the use of non-pharmacological interventions that could prevent or minimize agitated or aggressive behaviours in dementia care while optimizing the quality of life for individuals with dementia and their caregivers. Specifically, the presentation will focus on:

technological innovations, including assistive technology (e.g., tablets, apps) and robotics that facilitate patient engagement
response measurement of these interventions using standardized tools to guide clinicians.

Objectives

By the end of this presentation, participants will be able to:

discuss evidence for the efficacy of non-pharmacological interventions in dementia care

discuss comparative efficacy of various non-pharmacological interventions to reduce agitation and aggression in dementia.

Presenter

Christopher Uranis, RN, MN, CPMHN (C), is an advanced practice nurse at CAMH. He specializes in the field of geriatric mental health and is certified as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse with the Canadian Nurses’ Association.

He is a co-investigator in a pilot study for the assessment and management of pain within a mental health and addiction setting, and a mixed method study of a support/educational group for families of older persons experiencing mental health and addiction problems. Christopher is also a member of the development team for the CAMH Integrated Care Pathways (ICP) Inpatient Dementia Program.