LIFE CHANGING WORKSHOPS
with Crystal Dickerson, PAC Certified Independent
Dementia Trainer
THE DEMENTIA JOURNEY HALF-DAY WORKSHOP, GREENVILLE SC
With Peggy Masterson, NCCDP and Crystal Dickerson, PAC-Certified Trainer
Two local experts in dementia care have teamed up to be your guides in The Dementia Journey!
In this hands-on, interactive, FUN workshop you will learn
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What is actually happening to the brain with dementia
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How to respond to typical problems like repeated questions, sundowning, refusing self-care, and inappropriate behavior
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Why sensory changes can cause safety issues, and what to do about it
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How to stay engaged with the person with dementia in a positive, caring, and joyful way
Saturday, March 30, 2019 9am - 1pm
St Matthew United Methodist Church, 701 Cleveland Street
Greenville, SC 29601
IS THIS DEMENTIA OR NORMAL AGING?
We all change as we age. What does normal aging look like? What symptoms might indicate dementia or another illness? What should you do if you are concerned about yourself or a loved one?
DEMENTIA WITH LOVE HALF-DAY WORKSHOP
In this half-day, interactive workshop you will learn about the Positive Approach to Dementia Care. You will understand that dementia is more than memory loss, and you’ll develop skills to...
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Take care of yourself and your loved one
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Reduce their distress and yours
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Keep them engaged in relationships & activities that bring them joy
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Keep them safe
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Form a team of care partners so you’re not doing this alone
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See what they still have left, not just what they’ve lost
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Practice valuable skills including Hand Under Hand and Positive Physical Approach
Saturday, March 23, 2019 9am - 1pm
First Baptist Church, 150 S Church St
Mooresville, NC 28115
Saturday, April 6, 2019 9am - 1pm
First United Methodist Church
217 S Church St, Salisbury, NC 28144
SENSORY CHANGES THAT THREATEN YOUR LOVED ONE'S SAFETY
Understand what they see, hear, feel, and process as dementia progresses. Explore ways to keep them safe. This information will "open your eyes"!
STOP THE MADNESS AND LEARN HOW TO CONNECT WITH LOVE
Learn Positive Physical Approach and Hand Under Hand, valuable techniques to more easily connect and communicate with your loved one as dementia progresses. Don't miss this one!
STOP THE MADNESS AND LEARN TO CONNECT WITH LOVE, PART 2
Take your Hand Under Hand skills to the next level! We will review using this vital skill to aid in guiding and balancing when walking. Then you will learn to use this calming connection to help with dressing, grooming, bathing, eating, and other daily activities.

Crystal Dickerson
Dementia Trainer & Advocate
PAC Certified Independent Trainer
My mission…
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Dementia care CAN and SHOULD BE better than it is today.
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I promise what I teach will transform life for you, your loved one and your family.
