Episode 20: Dementia Care Navigation: 2024 Facts & Figures

Did you know? Approximately 6.5 million individuals are living with Alzheimer’s disease (AD) and other forms of dementia in the U.S. With the aging population on the rise, so too is the prevalence of these conditions.

For professionals in Aging Services, staying abreast of the latest facts, figures, and best practices is crucial. This knowledge not only enhances the quality of person-centered care but also aids in detection, diagnosis, assessment, care planning, and medical management.

Join us as we connect with Kristen Moore Bennett, Health Systems Director of the Alzheimer’s Association, and dive deep into the 2024 Alzheimer’s Disease Facts and Figures report. Get ready for a comprehensive look into dementia care navigation that reveals significant insights into the experiences and challenges faced by caregivers and health care workers who help those living with AD. Listen today!
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Tune in for insights and resources from Kristen Moore Bennett, Health Systems Director of the Alzheimer’s Association.

About Kristen: 

Kristen spent over 20 years in corporate America in the healthcare industry. Disheartened by the fact that “patient-centered care” seemed to be a misnomer, she left to become a realtor. After acquiring the Senior Real Estate Specialist designation, she found her niche, working with older homeowners. She believes that they deserve the additional time and attention needed in making the decision to buy, sell, or downsize their homes. Fast forward to 2022, a position within the Alzheimer’s Association was posted for a Health Systems Director for Arizona, southern Nevada, and Hawaii. It was the perfect fit. Kristen now advocates for our aging population specifically as it pertains to health delivery in hopes of making lasting changes in the way Alzheimer’s and all other dementias are addressed and relieving the stigma associated with a diagnosis.

Episode Notes:

• Discover the purpose and key insights from the 2024 Alzheimer's Disease Facts & Figures report 
• Learn the best practices for Aging Services Professionals that support person-centered care for individuals living with Alzheimer's disease (AD)
• Explore helpful resources and other considerations for Aging Services Professionals caring for individuals with dementia.

Episode Resources:

• DementiaWise® – ComForCare
• 2024 Alzheimer’s Disease Facts and Figures (Alz.org)
• Alzheimer's Association Dementia Care Practice Recommendations
• Evidence-Based Interventions for Transitions in Care for Individuals Living With Dementia; The Gerontologist, Volume 58, Issue suppl_1, February 2018, Pages S129–S140
• Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet (National Institute on Aging)
• Research and progress (ALZ.org)
• ALZ Navigator (ALZ.org)

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