B5: A Dementia Friendly Approach to Supportive Technology Systems
Tuesday, June 17 | 1:45 PM - 2:45 PM
This program has been submitted (but not yet approved) for Continuing Education for 1.0 total clock hours from NAB/NCERS.
AXIS Medical Education designates this continuing nursing education activity for 1.0 contact hours.
Learners are advised that accredited status does not imply endorsement by the provider or ANCC of any commercial products displayed in conjunction with an activity
This continuing education program offers continuing education credit for Affordable Senior Housing Resident Service Coordinators to be submitted to HUD. Education covers federal/state senior affordable housing policy, ethical concerns, fair housing compliance, HUD Handbook training, financing green retrofits, supportive services, and solutions for aging properties and residents.
In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by AXIS Medical Education and LeadingAge NJ/DE. AXIS Medical Education is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.
This session is aimed at helping participants understand the challenges of merging innovation and dementia support, and identify reasons why technological initiatives for dementia support often fail. This will be done by defining dementia-friendly technology and reviewing how it can address the needs and goals for meeting needs of residents, caregivers, families, and organizations. Best practices for implementation of technology initiatives and overcoming obstacles and challenges will be reviewed to inform organizations in creating their own Tech philosophy to support individuals with cognitive impairment.
Learning Objectives
- Identify the challenges of merging innovation with dementia support and why technological initiatives often fail
- Define dementia-friendly technology and examine how it meets the needs of residents, caregivers, families, and organizations
- Review best practices for implementing technology initiatives and develop a Tech philosophy to support individuals with cognitive impairment
Speaker Information
Corporate Director of Tapestries, United Methodist Communities
Pamela Garofolo; M.A. Counseling Psychology, CALA, candidate for PhD in Gerontology Leadership, and a member of the NJ commission on Alzheimer’s and dementia in long term care. Pam is currently the Corporate Director of Tapestries Initiatives for UMC, a fancy title for “Dementia Care Specialist.” Since 1994 when she first began working with individuals with dementia and related neurocognitive disorders, she developed a passion for sharing practical tips and tools for caregivers. In 2004 Pamela’s mother was diagnosed with dementia, adding family caregiver to her dementia experience.
Chief Information Officer, United Methodist Communities
Travis Gleinig is a technology leader driving innovation and digital transformation in the aging services industry. As Vice President for Innovation and Chief Information Officer at United Methodist Communities, he spearheads strategic initiatives that align cutting-edge technology with organizational objectives, fostering operational excellence and elevating resident care and experience. With a proven ability to identify and implement transformative solutions, Travis positions United Methodist Communities as a leader in senior living innovation. His commitment to secure, scalable IT infrastructure and future-focused strategies underscores his dedication to shaping the future of technology in aging services.
