Events

Meeting the Needs of LGBTQ+ People Living with Dementia (Webinar Recording)

People in the LGBTQ+ community who have dementia – or who are caregivers to friends, family, or chosen family members with dementia – have unique needs.

We invite you to watch this free recorded webinar featuring Dr. Daniel Sewell, Associate Vice Chair, Geriatric Psychiatry, U.C. San Diego, and Amy Abrams, MSW/MPH, Director of Education at Alzheimer’s San Diego.

Watch Now – Meeting Recording

This webinar, moderated by Katie Powers, Director of Business Development at Windward Life Care, will explore:

  • The prevalence and impact of Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia in San Diego County’s LGBTQ+ community
  • The dementia caregiving experience in the LGBTQ+ community
  • Providing culturally sensitive care to LGBTQ+ people and their caregivers
  • Local resources for dementia diagnosis, symptom management, and caregiver support

The webinar is 60 minutes, followed by a moderated Q&A session. Recorded Oct. 29, 2020.