This education session was put together to supplement The Dementia Society's Dementia Basics learning series for those who cannot easily attend in person. This online session provides an easy and convenient way to further educate yourself about dementia.
This talk was given by Dr. Frank Knoefel, who is a physician at the Bruyère Memory Program, Bruyère Continuing Care, and Senior Investigator at the Bruyère Research Institute (Ottawa, Canada). He is also a scientist with the AGE-WELL National Centre of Excellence network. He holds appointments as Assistant Professor with the Department of Family Medicine, University of Ottawa and is an Adjunct Research Professor with the Department of Systems and Computer Engineering at Carleton University. His clinical expertise is in the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of cognitive decline and mobility challenges. His current research focus is on the use of technology in caring for older adults, with particular focus on monitoring and supporting cognitive decline and impacts of cognitive decline on driving.
Dr. Knoefel walks us through the Aging Brain, the various types of dementia, and finishes with some information on research and finding a cure.
If you have any questions after you have watched this video or would like support from a Dementia Care Coach in Ottawa or Renfrew County, please reach out. A Dementia Care Coach can support you as you face the challenges of today and tomorrow with improved confidence. The Dementia Society is here to ensure that no one faces dementia alone. Visit our website at dementiahelp.ca, call us at 613-523-4004 or email us at info@dsorc.org for Ottawa and 888-411-2067 / renfrewcounty@dsorc.org for Renfrew County.