Who should attend?

This workshop is for anyone interested in this training who can benefit from this information. This could include individuals with IDD, parents of people with disabilities, caregivers, family members, friends, professionals, educators, therapists.

About the session:

Define dementia and its symptoms.
Know the risk of developing dementia for individuals with an IDD
Recognize the Signs of Dementia
Learn Strategies for Supporting Brain Health for Individuals with IDD
Become familiar with the programs and services offered by the Alzheimer's Association

About the presenter:

Kristi Davis is a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist and Program Manager at the Alzheimer’s Association - Michigan Chapter. Kristi has been working in her current position that exclusively serves individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities (IDD) and dementia, for over 10 years. Kristi is a frequent presenter about topics in the field of dementia and intellectual/developmental disabilities (IDD). Prior to working at the Alzheimer’s Association, Kristi worked for 15-years as the recreation manager for a community-based residential and support program. There, she designed and implemented activity programming for people with IDD, including individuals with Down syndrome and Alzheimer’s disease.

Supporting Brain Health in Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities