Dementia workshop | Targeted strategies for word salad, wanting to go home and more

British Columbia
Tue, Jun 17, 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Online resources

Targeted strategies for word salad, wanting to go home and more | Dementia affects how a person conveys their thoughts and feelings; common behaviours can include mixing up words (word salad) and creating false memories without motivation (confabulation) which can lead to misunderstandings and frustrations. Learn how to address these behaviours and respond to other questions, like wanting to go home and asking about deceased relatives. For caregivers.

This online workshop is presented in a limited-sized group and will be facilitated to provide opportunities for live discussion. Participants will be encouraged to share their video-cameras. To encourage engagement and safe discussion, this event will not be recorded. 

Spots are limited; please only sign up if you plan to attend live.