Transforming Dementia Care Through Music

1–2 PM Eastern | 10–11 AM Pacific

Also available on demand Mar. 8 – May 4, 2025

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Includes one complimentary Continuing Education (CE) credit.

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The long-term memory of music is stored in one of the last parts of the brain to be affected by dementia. For that reason, music can be a powerful tool in caring for people living with dementia. Join this webinar to discover from board-certified music therapist Tara Jenkins how music can profoundly impact dementia care by fostering deep connections, reducing frustration, and enhancing the quality of life for people living with dementia. Explore practical strategies to create transformative musical moments that enrich lives and align with person-centered care goals.

Participants in this webinar will be able to:

• Understand the benefits of music for dementia care: identify how and why music positively impacts the brain and enhances the well-being of older adults living with dementia.
• Personalize music experiences: learn to curate individualized music experiences that align with personal preferences, fostering meaningful connections and engagement in dementia care.
• Apply practical music strategies: develop hands-on techniques and practical skills to address specific challenges in dementia care using music as an effective, person-centered tool.

Presenters:

Lakelyn Eichenberger, PhD, is a gerontologist and caregiving advocate for Honor and Home Instead, the world’s largest provider of home care. She began her career in a local Home Instead, working one-on-one with older adults. Today she works to educate professionals, families and communities on the unique challenges older adults face and the resources available to help them thrive. Eichenberger earned a doctorate in Gerontology from the University of Nebraska. She has spoken nationally and internationally on the topic of caregiving and aging and serves as a resource to major media.