The Dementia Epidemic: Screening Negligence Corrected for Early-Stage Interventions
- Speaker:
- Sherrie All, PhD
- Duration:
- 2 Hours 03 Minutes
- Format:
- Audio and Video
- Copyright:
-
Oct 17, 2025
- Product Code:
- POS078960
- Media Type:
- Digital Seminar
Description
Dementia isn’t just on the horizon – it’s already here, growing faster than our healthcare system can handle. By mid-century, dementia rates are expected to triple, putting more pressure on healthcare professionals and leaving more families desperate for answers. But dementia care isn’t just about memory; it’s about preserving function. If you can help a patient remember their medication routine or navigate the grocery store independently for even a little longer, you’ve given them something invaluable: more time with their independence.
Unfortunately, many professionals still believe the outdated myth that “there’s nothing we can do.” In this session, neuropsychologist Dr. Sherrie All will dismantle that myth and share practical, evidence-based strategies you can use right away to build cognitive reserve, slow functional decline, and support patients and their families through the challenges of early-stage dementia.
You’ll learn how to identify the subtle signs of cognitive decline sooner, so you can intervene when it matters most. Discover how to connect specific cognitive deficits – like memory lapses or attention challenges – with real-world struggles, such as missed appointments or medication errors. And gain tools to educate families, reduce their confusion, and empower them to take a proactive role in care.
What You’ll Walk Away With:
- Techniques to spot early-stage dementia sooner and apply tailored interventions to slow cognitive decline
- Practical tools to help patients manage tasks like medication routines, navigation, and household organization
- Strategies to communicate complex brain changes with clarity, so families feel informed and equipped to help
Dementia is a growing crisis – but you don’t have to sit on the sidelines. Join us and learn how you can make a tangible difference in your patients’’ daily lives, giving them the tools to remain engaged, independent, and connected
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Handouts/Brochure
| File type | File name | Number of pages | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manual - The Dementia Epidemic (5.2 MB) | 48 Pages | Available after Purchase | |
| Transcript - The Dementia Epidemic (203.1 KB) | 35 Pages | Available after Purchase |
Speaker
Sherrie All, PhD Related seminars and products
Chicago Center for Cognitive Wellness
Sherrie All, PhD, is a neuropsychologist and an engaging speaker and writer whose expertise in the principles of neuroscience, functional neuroanatomy, and diagnostics give her a unique insight into the correlation between mental health disorders, therapeutic approaches, and what happens to the brain itself.
Dr. All is the owner of the Chicago Center for Cognitive Wellness where she combines her strong background in CBT with mindfulness techniques, motivational interviewing and dynamic interpretations to help her clients manage depression, stress, anxiety, mental illness and cognitive challenges. A trained neuropsychologist who received her PhD from Rosalind Franklin University, she also brings her detailed understanding of the brain to uniquely address the needs of people with traumatic brain injuries, dementia, and other conditions.
Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Sherrie All is the owner of Chicago Center for Cognitive Wellness. She receives royalties as a published author. Sherrie All receives a speaking honorarium and recording royalties from PESI, Inc. She has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-Financial: Sherrie All is a member of the American Psychological Association. the Illinois Psychological Association, and the International Neuropsychological Society. She serves on the American Society on Aging editorial review board.
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Objectives
- Evaluate the impact of early detection and intervention on cognitive function to implement strategies that support clients’ ability to manage daily tasks and maintain independence.
- Apply principles of cognitive reserve and brain plasticity to develop personalized interventions that enhance memory, attention, and executive function for improved participation in daily routines.
- Integrate evidence-based cognitive rehabilitation techniques to support functional skills like medication management, meal preparation, and community navigation, helping clients sustain independence for as long as possible.
Outline
The Dementia Crisis is Here – Why Early Action Matters- Dementia rates are projected to triple by mid-century – what that means for healthcare professionals
- The myth that “nothing can be done” and how it delays diagnosis, treatment, and functional interventions
- The impact of dementia on patients, families, and the healthcare system – and why early-stage interventions can change the trajectory
- How mental stimulation, lifestyle habits, and therapeutic interventions can build resilience
- Brain plasticity & slowing functional decline – and how early action makes the biggest difference
- Evidence-based tools for managing Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) and early-stage dementia to preserve functional independence
- Memory: External memory aids, task rehearsal, and routines to support everyday activities like medication management
- Attention: Practical exercises to improve focus for tasks like cooking, driving, and social interactions
- Executive Function: Tools to help patients manage finances, appointments, and multi-step tasks
- Visuospatial Skills: Strategies to improve navigation and reduce disorientation in familiar and new environments
- Family & Caregiver Education: Simple communication techniques to empower caregivers, reduce burnout, and create dementia-friendly environments at home
Target Audience
- Nurses
- Nurse Practitioners
- Clinical Nurse Specialists
- Physician Assistants
- Physicians
- Physical Therapists
- Physical Therapist Assistants
- Occupational Therapists
- Occupational Therapy Assistants
- Speech Language Pathologists
- Social Workers
- Nursing Home Administrators
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