The Progression of Dementia

Often the progression of dementia is measured in stages that focuses on what skills are lost. This approach does not give us tools to help provide care and support. Instead, we will look at what skills remain and shift our support accordingly by using Teepa Snow’s GEMS State Model.

About the Instructor:

Sheri Fairman holds a Master’s in Social Work and has over 10 years of experience with the elderly and their care partners. She is a Certified Independent Trainer and Consultant with Teepa Snow’s Positive Approach to Care and serves as a mentor on her team.

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