Specialized Aging Support: Providing Care for Those with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities at High-Risk and Living with Dementia

People with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) face lifelong battles of access to and inclusion in services. Throughout the aging process, even more significant needs for support present as they experience Alzheimer’s disease and other related dementias (ADRD) at a staggering rate. As individuals with Down syndrome and other IDD diagnoses face everyday challenges associated with the onset of ADRD, they also face struggles of providers and caregivers who are unsure of future supports. Through their Specialized Aging Support Program, ARC of Jacksonville launched services in support of their community, to include, development of an interactive day center for those living with and at high-risk of dementia, caregiver support and education, and trainings focused on IDD and dementia. This program establishes a more dementia-capable workforce that is equipped for this next phase of life in individuals living with IDD. Additional information about this webinar and the registration form can be found here: 12-09-2024 NADRC Webinar-Specialized-Aging-Support-IDD-and-Dementia

Please note:

• National Alzheimer’s and Dementia Resource Center (NADRC) webinars are free of charge and open to the public.
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