Functional Freedom Despite Dementia

Your Evidence-Based Guide to Maintaining Functional Independence
Dementia is one of the leading causes of death among older Americans – its prevalence doubling every 5 years after age 65, afflicting nearly 30% of adults by their 85th birthday. Often undiagnosed or undertreated, dementia takes its toll on mobility, speech, and memory; silently stealing independence as its victims withdraw from complex activities.

Discover new, evidence-based techniques in one day that can stop functional degeneration and help your patients achieve functional gains faster than you ever imagined. Join Dr. Connie Lambert as she guides you step-by-step through the process and pitfalls of determining the source and cause of dementia – both critical elements of planning the treatment program. Learn to confidently identify the type of dementia present, recognize the functional barriers it causes, and easily discern temporary dementia symptoms from permanent ones. Explore effective approaches to each barrier and discover how to kick-start progress by setting finite, functional goals and combining new techniques to meet them. Last but not least, review the best documentation practices to adapt to recent Medicare changes and ensure maximum reimbursement. Whether you're aiming to reach higher Resource Utilization Group (RUG) levels in a skilled nursing facility or have your sights set on increasing participation in Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) at home, Functional Freedom Despite Dementia will arm you with all the tools you need to help your patients reclaim their independence ASAP.