VIRTUAL EVENT
Join us for an informative session about The Validation Method—a form of communicating with those who are experiencing neurocognitive change in a way that provides acceptance and empathy. Validation approaches and techniques, including redirection, are used to meet those experiencing cognitive change where they are; often these techniques produce positive changes in one’s ability to connect and engage. Additionally, behaviors are better understood, and therefore the likelihood of developing effective intervention strategies increases. The goal of this interactive session is to help you communicate more effectively with a loved one experiencing a form of dementia.
MAUREEN CHARLTON
Maureen Charlton, BSW, CVW, CADDCT, holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work from Baylor University. She has worked with people with dementia and their families for about 30 years in various capacities, including care settings, professional training, and working for the Alzheimer’s Association. Most recently, Maureen opened a new memory support neighborhood at an Assisted Living community in Virginia and served that community for over 3 and a half years. As a Certified Validation Group Practitioner and a Certified Dementia Practitioner/Trainer, she loves training and coaching the team to provide quality care to those with dementia.