In this presentation, Dr. Blythe Winchester discusses Memory Care Units and enhancing cognitive health through specialized care. […]
Keyword: elder care
Memory Care Units | May 28, 2026
In this presentation, Dr. Blythe Winchester discusses Memory Care Units and enhancing cognitive health through specialized care. […]
Hearing Loss and its Effects on the Brain | April 23, 2026
In this presentation, Dr. Laura Byerly, MD explains how hearing loss can affect brain health, contributing to increased cognitive strain, social isolation, and higher risk of cognitive decline. Furthermore, Dr.… […]
Read More… from Hearing Loss and its Effects on the Brain | April 23, 2026
Elder Mobility and Fall Prevention in Tribal Communities | March 26, 2026
In this presentation, Dr. Blythe Winchester discusses the connection between mobility, brain function, and fall risk in older adults, with a focus on tribal communities. She highlights how cognitive changes… […]
Read More… from Elder Mobility and Fall Prevention in Tribal Communities | March 26, 2026
Diabetes and Dementia | April 9, 2026
In this presentation, Dr. Robin Brown discusses the complex relationship between diabetes and dementia in older adults, highlighting the increased risk of hypoglycemia, challenges with self-management, and the need to… […]
Cognitive Screening Measures | January 8, 2026
In this presentation, Dr. Rhoads will discuss the assessment of cognitive function and daily living abilities across diverse healthcare settings. The content will also describe additional evidence-based objective measures used… […]
Read More… from Cognitive Screening Measures | January 8, 2026
Accelerated Aging in Our Communities | February 12 2026
In this presentation Dr. Laura Byerly, MD examines accelerated aging, defined as the process in which biological aging occurs more rapidly than chronological age due to cumulative physiological stress and… […]
Read More… from Accelerated Aging in Our Communities | February 12 2026
NW Elders ECHO | December 9, 2025
The Northwest Elders and Knowledge Keepers ECHO session took place on December 9, 2025. In this presentation, Birdie K. Wermy, MPH, BS (Southern Cheyenne) discusses “Sacred Trust: Screening & Assessment… […]
Cannabis and Dementia: Cause? Treatment? What do we know? | September 11, 2025
In this presentation Dr. Maureen Nash explores the complex relationship between cannabis use and brain health, particularly in the context of dementia. Attendees will gain a better understanding of what… […]
Read More… from Cannabis and Dementia: Cause? Treatment? What do we know? | September 11, 2025
Decision-Making Capacity and Consent for Persons Living with Dementia | March 13, 2025
In this presentation, Dr. Adi Shafir MD discusses how to define capacity and learn how to perform a clinical capacity assessment, how to recognize how dementia can impact capacity over… […]
