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Through Their Eyes: A Window into Living with Dementia:
A Glimpse into the Unique World of Individuals Living with Alzheimer’s and Dementia.

Currently, there are millions of people living with Alzheimer’s disease and dementia throughout the world, yet it remains one of the most misunderstood disorders of today. Lisa uncovers why it’s not uncommon for people to believe that dementia exclusively causes memory loss and confusion; however, the overall impact that brain diseases have on a person’s cognitive abilities is so much more involved and complicated than people realize.
In this poignant and eye-opening speech, Lisa unveils an astonishing perspective of how
individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease and dementia realistically perceive their worlds to help them gain a deeper understanding of the challenges, emotions, and experiences faced by those navigating these cognitive conditions. Through personal accounts and real-life illustrations, Lisa enables her audiences to imagine what it would be like to walk in their shoes day by day, as well as why dementia causes the symptoms and behaviors we commonly see.

Take Aways:
*The audience will gain a deeper understanding of how brain diseases that cause
dementia affect a person’s ability to function effectively.

*The audience will be able to value that the altered reality of individuals with Alzheimer’s
and dementia can cultivate greater empathy and understanding towards their behaviors
and communication difficulties.

*The audience will obtain some of Lisa’s expert guidance on how loved-ones and
caregivers can resourcefully navigate the daunting challenges that will inevitably
accompany them on this journey.

*The audience will understand the importance of person-centered care and how to tailor
their care approaches to the individual’s needs and preferences to greatly enhance their
quality of life and sense of dignity.

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