Public Lecture: Let’s talk about dementia
Tuesday, January 30, 2024 ǀ 1:30 to 3:00 p.m.
Offered by the McGill University Dementia Education Program in partnership with Nova Home Care, this free public lecture aims to raise awareness and provide basic information about Alzheimer’s disease and other neurocognitive disorders.
During this presentation, Nova Home Care will introduce their services.
Next, Dr. Serge Gauthier, a clinical neurologist, will provide information on the different types of neurocognitive disorders. He will discuss the associated behavioural and psychological symptoms that manifest as the disease progresses, and explain how these may differ from typical aging concerns.
Mrs. Claire Webster, former caregiver and Certified Dementia Care Consultant, will share practical advice on how to care for a person living with dementia. She will discuss important considerations to ensure the safety and well-being of both the individual as well as the care partner to help families understand and access the resources needed to navigate this disease.
A question-and-answer period will follow.
Speakers:
Dr. Serge Gauthier
Professor Emeritus, Department of Neurology & Neurosurgery and Department of Psychiatry
Academic Co-Lead, Dementia Education Program, McGill University
Claire Webster
Founder, Ambassador and Lecturer, Dementia Education Program, McGill University
Founder and President, Caregiver Crosswalk Inc.