Communicating with people living with dementia requires more than just words — it calls for empathy, patience, and new ways of connecting. How we communicate shapes their world — and every word, pause, and gesture leaves a lasting mark.
In this engaging 90-minute online session, you’ll explore how cognitive changes affect communication, and learn practical verbal and nonverbal techniques to foster trust, reduce frustration, and support dignity in everyday interactions.
Whether you’re a healthcare professional, caregiver, recreation specialist, or family member, you’ll leave with tools to make communication more intentional, respectful, and meaningful — even when words are limited.
This session is ideal for those new to caring for people living with dementia care and those looking to renew their approach with strategies that strengthen relationships and create more positive moments, every single day.
Shaping Their World: Communication That Connects in Dementia Care
How we communicate shapes their world — every word, gesture, and pause matters.
New date coming soon.
1:00 PM – 2:30 PM Eastern
Register 3 or More at $39/Person
Adjust QTY at checkout
Key Insight: The Importance of Positive Interactions
Every interaction with a person living with dementia is an opportunity to build trust, reduce anxiety, and create moments of joy. Positive communication helps preserve dignity, fosters emotional security, and strengthens the connection between caregiver and individual.
Even when memory fades, the emotional impact of a warm smile, a kind word, or a patient response remains strong. By focusing on positive, respectful interactions, caregivers and families can help create a supportive environment where individuals feel valued, understood, and safe — every single day.
Communication with people living with dementia isn’t about having all the answers — it’s about creating moments of connection, even through uncertainty.
Even when words are few or questions remain, every interaction has meaning.
In dementia care, unspoken moments — a shared glance, a smile, a touch — can speak volumes and build trust.
Methods:
- PowerPoint Presentation
- Examples/videos based on the application/integration of the adapted Montessori method
All participants receive a Conference Summary .
Certificate provided upon request.
Important note for groups: For your group of 15 or more attendees, we invite you to contact us to schedule a session exclusively for your residence/organization. Please inquire:
Shaping Their World: Communication That Connects in Dementia Care
How we communicate shapes their world — every word, gesture, and pause matters.
New date coming soon.
1:00 PM – 2:30 PM Eastern
Register 3 or More at $39/Person
Adjust QTY at checkout
For more in-depth understanding, strategies and examples focused on managing and preventing responsive behaviors and refusing care you may want to attend the 3-hour session…
An Online Intensive for Managing and Preventing Responsive Behaviors in Dementia Care
Using the adapted Montessori approach. Less reacting. More understanding. Better days.
Also, check out our conference on Creating and Presenting Activities Adapted for the Cognitively Impaired, click here.
And our newest conference addition: Awakening Minds: Music, Montessori & Dementia – Montessori Dementia Center
