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Why Getting a Dementia Diagnosis is Important

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Are you seeing changes in you or your loved one’s cognition? Have you contemplated bringing it up to a healthcare provider or discussing your concerns with your loved one? While the thought of getting a dementia diagnosis may be overwhelming, there can be many benefits. Join Dr. Lakelyn Hogan Eichenberger as she talks with family caregiver and expert Lori La Bey about the diagnosis journey and what families can expect.

During this chat you will learn:
-A brief overview of dementia and the signs and symptoms
-Tips for bringing up concerns about a loved one’s cognition
-Reasons to talk to a healthcare provider and get a diagnosis
-Resources to support individuals and families navigate dementia

We will take live questions during the chat, or feel free to send them in ahead of time to livechat@homeinstead.com.

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Jun 21, 2022 12:00 PM in Central Time (US and Canada)

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Message preview	Hi there, You are invited to a Zoom webinar. When: Jun 21, 2022 12:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada) Topic: Why Getting a Dementia Diagnosis is Important Register in advance for this webinar: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_le1rQ5pvR9C3t1_qe0bmSQ After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. ---------- Webinar Speakers Lori La Bey (Dementia expert and advocate @Alzheimer's Speaks) Lori La Bey is a change agent from Minnesota known around the world when it comes to dementia care. Just ask Oprah or Maria Shriver who have recognized Lori for cutting-edge approach to shift dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world. Her own mother lived with dementia for thirty years. In 2009, Lori launched Alzheimer’s Speaks, an advocacy and multi-media company giving voice to all, including those living with dementia. Her multiple platforms educate, raise awareness, shift perceptions, and share resources with families and professionals regarding all forms of dementia and caregiving. Lori is also a sought after speaker and trainer. Her most recent projects are Dementia and the Arts where people living with dementia show off a variety of artwork and Dementia Map global resource directory of which she is a cofounder. Lakelyn Hogan Eichenberger, Ph.D (Gerontologist and aging advocate @Home Instead) Lakelyn Hogan Eichenberger, Ph.D. serves as gerontologist and aging advocate at the global headquarters of Home Instead®. Lakelyn began her career at the local Home Instead franchise in Omaha working one-on-one with seniors and CAREGivers. Today, Lakelyn works to educate professionals in aging, families and communities on the unique challenges older adults face and the resources available to help them thrive. Lakelyn earned a Ph.D. in Gerontology from the University of Nebraska – Omaha and has professional experience in the private and public sectors of senior care services. She has spoken at national and international conferences on the topic of caregiving and aging, and serves as a resource to major media including Dr. Phil and Dr. Oz. She values giving back to her community – currently serving as a board member of the National Alliance for Caregiving, board chair for the Dreamweaver Foundation and vice chair of the Alzheimer’s Association's Dementia Care Provider Roundtable.

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