"Back to the Story" Trauma in Dementia Patients. Morning Session

7031 North Main Street,Dayton OH 45415

20 August, 2021

Description

For those working with or living with persons with dementia, going “back to their story” can be vital in how we approach their care. "Back to the Story" Trauma in Dementia PatientsTrainer: Kristy Matheson, LSW In her 22 years as a Social Worker, Kristy has positioned herself as an advocate and resource for families and professionals. Kristy is a Certified Dementia Practitioner, and is a State of Ohio Social Work Provider for Continuing Professional Education. She has written and trained seminars on topics related to the health care industry. For the past 11 years, Kristy has worked in hospice care, and is now employed by Affinity Care of Ohio as a Community Liaison. Audience: Social workers, hospice workers, nursing home staff, caregivers, church ministries CEUs available: 2.75 For those working with or living with persons with dementia, going “back to their story” can be vital in how we approach their care. This interactive and informative workshop will describe how early trauma may manifest as behavior in persons with dementia. We will examine how trauma impacts the nervous system, and how trauma such as abuse, neglect, and abandonment impacts family systems. We will discuss how this relates to family caregiving relationships. Finally, we will explore the Validation Method, and its effectiveness in caring for those affected by dementia. Cost for this training is $50.00 Please contact Jayne Schooler at [email protected] with any questions. Community Impact Center (housed within Dayton First Church of the Nazarene) 7031 N Main Street Dayton, OH 45415 CIC works in partnership with LAMb International and Trauma Free World to improve the well-being of those who have been impacted by adverse life experiences. We do this through holistic and strategic equipping of those who serve. Join us to learn more about the science of hope and how God designed us to heal.