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ANTHEM MEMORY CARE

FREE WEBINAR

Understanding Falls in Dementia:

What Every Caregiver Should Know

Falls are one of the most challengingand often frighteningissues faced by caregivers of loved ones living with dementia. In this important webinar, nationally recognized gerontologist Dr. Tam Cummings will shed light on why balance matters, why falls happen, and how caregivers can shift their mindset and care strategies to bring greater peace of mind.

Key Takeaways:

  • Hidden Fragility Strength can mask vulnerability

  • Brain & Body Disconnect How dementia affects movement

  • Beyond PT Value of range-of-motion

  • Standing Risks Fracture dangers in late stages

  • Misunderstanding vs. Reality Compassion over frustration

  • Planning Ahead Preparing for fracture risks

  • Balance & Brain Health Stability supports cognition


GUEST SPEAKER

TAM CUMMINGS, PhD

Tam Cummings, PhD, founded her company in 2009 with the mission to Inspire, Educate, and Empower Dementia Caregivers. Now her professional gerontology practice in the Texas Hill Country is recognized as one of the leading educators of dementia caregivers and program design for dementia care in Texas and nationally.


Questions?

Contact Nicole Bartecki

503.303.8252

nbartecki@anthemmemorycare.com


Wednesday, October 15th
6 PM 7:30 PM CS

Scan the QR code with your mobile phone to register.

Location

  • https://www.anthemmemorycare.com/communities/colorado/aurora-co/chelsea-place
  • Virtual

Organizer

  • April Dietrich
  • 720.810.4219
  • adietrich@whmail.anthemmemorycare.com
Understanding Falls in Dementia: What Every Caregiver Should Know

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