Dementia Series
Lunch & Learn Dementia Series 2025
Registration link to Lunch and Learn Dementia Series 2025
Webinar recordings of completed sessions
Resources recommended by Dementia Experts
Johns Hopkins Geriatric Workforce Enhancement Program (JHGWEP) and MAC INC. Living Well Center of Excellence (LWCE) are pleased to announce our new professional development and community education monthly lunch and learn program titled “Ask the Dementia Expert” to help address this growing health crisis.
The “Ask the Dementia Expert” educational Lunch and Learn series is intended for Aging Services professionals, caregivers of persons living with ADRD, and anyone with an interest in matters concerning older adults. The series will provide an opportunity to engage a dementia expert on topics related to cognitive health, dementia care, caregiving, local services and support.
Webinar Title
JANUARY 16
Understanding the term dementia and how Alzheimer's disease fits in
Topic
- What does it mean when you hear the term dementia?
- What causes Alzheimer’s disease & what are risk factors, including is it hereditary?
- Is there a specific test to diagnose it?
- What is the progression of Alzheimer’s disease?
Resources
Webinar Recording
Speakers
Cynthia D. Fields, Assistant Professor
Johns Hopkins University, School of Medicine, Psychiatry, Geriatric Psychiatry Neuropsychiatry Expertise
Education
Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Fellowship, Neuropsychiatry, 2010
Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Fellowship, Geriatric Psychiatry, 2009
Tulane University School of Medicine, Residency, Psychiatry, 2008
University of Connecticut School of Medicine, Medical Education, MD, 2004
Board Certifications
Geriatric Psychiatry
American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, 2020
American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, 2009
Webinar Title
FEBRUARY 20
Promoting Brain Health
Topic
- What is normal age changes in memory?
- How does MCI fit in?
- What actions can we take to promote brain health? (Including diet, physical activity, social engagement, brain games)
- Does alcohol and cannabis impact brain health?
- Should we take supplements such as vitamins, brain health supplements we see advertise?
Resources
Webinar Recording
Webinar Title
MARCH 20
Impact of Hearing Loss on Cognition
Topic
- Can you describe age related changes in hearing?
- How does hearing loss impact cognition?
- What are risk factors that impact hearing?
- Does obtaining a hearing aide reverse changes?
- What is the best way to have hearing evaluated?
- Does dementia impact hearing?
Resources
Webinar Recording
Speakers
Carrie L. Nieman, MD, MPH is an associate professor in the Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and co-founder of Access HEARS, a nonprofit committed to the delivery of affordable, accessible hearing care. As a clinician, researcher and social entrepreneur, her commitment to social justice is inseparable from her drive to provide innovative solutions to address disparities in hearing care. Her epidemiological work documents widespread disparities in hearing health care. In order to move toward innovative, evidence-based and sustainable solutions, Nieman works across disciplines and translates research and approaches in gerontology, social design, behavioral intervention research, community-based participatory research and human factors to advance hearing health equity and bring innovation to underserved communities.