2024 Speaking Events

Check out our speaking events in 2024. It’s a joy to participate in conferences and other events conducted by passionate leaders and organizations. We hope to see you at one of these events soon!

The following topic will be presented at different events and will occur in the order as listed. Please note while the topic, description, and objectives are the same, there will be some variation based on the length, audience, and presenter.

TITLE: Dementia Capable Care: An Effective Approach to Prevent and Safely De-escalate Distress Behaviors

DESCRIPTION: Over 90% of individuals living with dementia will experience distress behaviors putting themselves and others at risk. But it doesn’t have to be this way. This session will describe a highly effective, non-pharmacological approach to prevent and de-escalate distress behaviors and improve quality care outcomes.

Objectives: Learner will be able to….

• Identify examples of distress behaviors commonly seen in dementia and classify into behavior levels.
• Examine common causes of distress behaviors using the philosophy of “behavior” is a form of communication.
• Identify non-pharmacological approaches to prevent and safely de-escalate behaviors, with the goals of preventing crisis situations, improving quality of life, and reducing use of psychotropic drugs.

Upcoming Events

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Date: October 24, 2024

Time: 12:45-2:15 pm

Speaker: Kim Warchol, President, and Founder of Dementia Care Specialists at CPI

Host: Fall Aging Conference

Venue: Earle Brown Heritage Center 6155 Earle Brown Dr Brooklyn Center, MN 55430

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Registration for the Event 

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Past Events

Speaker: Kim Warchol, President, and Founder of Dementia Care Specialists at CPI

It was such a pleasure to present at the 33rd Annual Aging Well Conference on June 7, 2024 at the University of Wisconsin-Parkside Campus. I want to thank Mallory Evans, the wonderful conference coordinator, for her kind invitation and the many ways she went above and beyond to make this experience great for everyone.

 The topic I presented is one that is very sought after. My audience seemed to come with the realization of the significant consequences of not having the knowledge and skills to prevent or safely deescalate distress behavior. I suppose that is why we had a full house. Many want to know what to do to keep themselves, their clients, and others safe, while maintaining the quality of life of those in care.

 We talked about the impact of unmanaged “behaviors” on the person in care, caregivers, and loved ones, and on the businesses that serve them and society as a whole. Light bulbs went off when we reframed “behavior” as a normal reaction to a situation that causes distress, for which we introduced many techniques to make a big impact, without the use of drugs. When I asked attendees to share what they learned, one attendee focused on the empowerment she gained when we spoke of how important it is for all of us, and all staff, to be in touch with our own reactions. “Behavior influences behavior” therefore knowing when we are escalating is as important as being skillfully aware of the changes in behavior we observe in our clients.

 A big thank you to all those who attended and those who organized and supported this conference. It was wonderful to spend time together. I hope you are finding these perspectives and approaches making a difference, helping those with dementia, their loved ones, and caregivers, to thrive.

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Speaker: Sharon Jackson, Senior Consultant and Global Professional Instructor at Dementia Care Specialists

We want to thank South Dakota Association of Healthcare Organizations (SDAHO) for their kind invitation to present on this sought after training topic April 10th, 2024 at the Highland Event Center 2000 Highland Way Mitchell, SD 57301. 

We love to partner with passionate leaders like Michella Sybesma Vice-President, Education & Communication at South Dakota Association of Healthcare Organizations (SDAHO)

Sharon presentation was well received and one attendee stated, "Interesting speaker. I learned many 'tools' that I will be able to utilize on a daily basis with the residents I serve."
 

Here are some snapshots from the event showcasing Sharon in action.  Others photographed: DCS Account Manager Barb Palma top right, and Michella Sybesma Vice-President, Education & Communication at (SDAHO) bottom left.

Interested in one of our team members speaking at your event? 

Please reach out to dcssolutions@crisisprevention.com with your request. 

We love to partner with like-minded, passionate leaders and we look forward to hearing from you.  

Updated June 2024

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