Exploring dementia through a free seminar in Braunschweig
The Social Association Germany (SoVD) branch in Braunschweig is hosting a lecture on dementia care on July 16th, 3 PM, at the Gliesmarode Community Center, Am Soolanger 1a. Svenja Evers, a psychologist from the gerontopsychiatric counseling center in Braunschweig, will be the speaker.
The lecture aims to provide general information about dementia, its challenges for patients and caregivers, and relief options and strategies for handling difficult situations. Svenja Evers will offer advice on understanding dementia, communication difficulties, behavioural changes, psychological symptoms, physical limitations, safety concerns, and more.
Participants can expect to learn about support groups and counseling services, professional home care and respite care services, the use of assistive technologies and memory aids, medication management, creating a safe and supportive environment at home, and techniques for managing agitation and aggression, among other topics.
The lecture will last approximately one hour, followed by a Q&A session until 4:30 PM. Admission to the lecture is free. Registration for the lecture can be done via phone at 0160/90149341 or by email at [email protected]. The registration deadline is July 14th.
If you have any questions about dementia care or need specific advice on relief and coping strategies, feel free to ask. Approximately 1.8 million people in Germany are living with dementia, and living with dementia patients can come with significant burdens for caregivers.
To learn the precise content of Svenja Evers’ lecture on July 16th, consider the following steps: - Check the official event page or website hosting the lecture. - Contact the organizing body or venue in Braunschweig. - Look for flyers, brochures, or announcements related to the event. - Reach out directly to Svenja Evers or her affiliated institution.
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The lecture presented by Svenja Evers on July 16th at the Gliesmarode Community Center will delve into aspects of mental health and aging, specifically focusing on dementia care and strategies for managing psychological symptoms and behavioral changes. Attendees can anticipate discussion on health-and-wellness topics such as support groups, counseling services, home care solutions, the application of assistive technologies, and coping mechanisms for managing agitation and aggression.
