Living with Dementia: Impact on Individuals, Caregivers, Communities and Societies

• Week 1 - About Dementia
  In this module, we introduce learners to dementia. We present a socio-ecological framework for understanding the live experience of dementia and by which this course is organized. We discuss the global impact, pathophysiology, and stages of dementia.
• Week 2 - Impact on the Person
  In this module, we focus on the impact of dementia for individuals. You will learn about common unmet needs of persons with dementia as well as the impact of core clinical features such as behavioral and psychological symptoms. Also, you will learn ways to sup...
• Week 3 - Caregiving and the Home Environment
  In this module, we expand our lens to consider family caregivers’ needs. You will learn the psychosocial impact of caring for a person with dementia and the role of stress. We provide examples of how to reduce stress, use the physical environment to support ca...
• Week 4 - Module 4: Community Level
  ln this module, we examine the community level. We discuss how the interprofessional team plays a key role in providing comprehensive dementia care. Also, we examine the concept of dementia-friendly communities and provide some examples from around the world.
• Week 5 - Module 5: Society at Large
  In this module, we provide an overview of national plans and policies. We identify elements of key plans and review the impact of such plans from a global perspective. You will also have the opportunity to develop an action plan that addresses an unmet need th...

Nancy Hodgson, PhD, RN, FAAN
Adjunct Instructor
Johns Hopkins University School of Nursing

Laura N. Gitlin, PhD
Professor
Johns Hopkins University School of Nursing