Webinar – “Adapting Activities for Individuals with Down Syndrome as Alzheimer’s Disease Progresses “
Free month-long webinar series to support caregivers of individuals with Down syndrome during National Down Syndrome Awareness Month in October
October is National Down Syndrome Awareness Month.
Join the National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS) for this month-long webinar series to support caregivers of individuals with Down syndrome. The series will cover a variety of important topics from Oct. 2 through Oct. 30.
Learn about “Adapting Activities for Individuals with Down Syndrome as Alzheimer’s Disease Progresses ” on Oct. 30 from 12 to 1 p.m.
As Alzheimer’s disease develops, individuals with Down syndrome gradually lose the ability to independently do personal care activities as well as hobbies they used to enjoy. The individual may have trouble deciding what to do, how to start the task, or walk away before completing the task.
Katie Frank, PhD, OTR/L, occupational therapist at Advocate Medical Group, will discuss:
- Strategies for modifying and adapting personal care and leisure activities throughout the stages of Alzheimer’s disease
- Tips for ensuring the safety of the individual as well as the caregiver
The webinars are free.
Learn more about the 2025 Caregiver Webinar Series dates and topics.
Sessions will be recorded and emailed to everyone who registers.