Walking in their Shoes: Engaging Students in Dementia Awareness
This Wisconsin Dementia Resource Network (WDRN) presentation explores how to engage high school students in meaningful learning about dementia. Participants will learn strategies for collaborating with schools, building community relationships, and creating impactful learning opportunities that inspire empathy and interest in the dementia care field.
Speakers include: Sierra Witczak, Dementia Care Specialist, Door County and Jacob Sawyers, Dementia Care Specialist, Walworth County
WDRN webinars are free, Zoom sessions held over the lunch hour. They are designed for professionals who work with individuals living with dementia. This session is also designed for educators and professionals who work with high school students.
About WDRN: The Wisconsin Dementia Resource Network (WDRN) is a collaboration of statewide partners convened by the Wisconsin Alzheimer’s Institute to discover and share innovative ideas, resources and information to help support individuals living with dementia and their families.
Many areas of Wisconsin have developed excellent practices and services to enhance their dementia-friendly communities and help build dementia capable organizations; however, these practices are not well-known around the state. Through the WDRN, WAI helps spread the word about innovative programs, resources, services and ideas that can be replicated in other communities.
