Understanding and Managing Behavioral Symptoms with LBD – Techniques of Support and Information for Medical Discussions
Are you a care partner supporting someone with Lewy body dementia? This presentation will provide a deeper dive into symptoms that can be experienced by those with LBD – especially altered perceptions, cognitive fluctuations, and issues with sleep. It will provide additional information on techniques of support for symptoms – as well as provide additional content to discuss with medical providers.
Date September 26, 2023
Hosted By WellMed Charitable Foundation
Brandi Hackett, LMSW, C-ASWCM
Brandi Hackett, LMSW, C-ASWCM attained her BA from Shorter College and MSW from the University of Georgia. Since graduating in 2004, Brandi has worked in a variety of settings primarily with older adults. She is currently the Senior Manager of Support Services with the Lewy Body Dementia Association where she supports staff, individuals diagnosed or symptomatic, care partners, and LBDA volunteers. She is published for her article on “Compassion Fatigue” in the Journal for Certified Senior Advisors and has presented multiple CE classes for allied health professionals.