Speaker:  Ambar Kulshreshtha, MD, PhD, MPH
Dr. Kulshreshtha is an associate professor in the family and preventive medicine department at Emory University.

Description of Talk:
Dr. Kulshreshtha will speak about the evidence of statin therapy for heart and cognitive health. The session will discuss prior evidence regarding whether statins play a protective, harmful or no role in dementia risk and progression. Ongoing studies and evolving research in this area will also be presented.

Register: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_v1Y8DmMBSZamTa3zJkaOuw#/registration

As the number of people living with dementia (PLWD) continues to increase, addressing their needs—and those of their caregivers—has become more important than ever. Coordination of comprehensive care and support services across community-based organizations and healthcare systems is necessary to achieve better health outcomes, ultimately allowing both PLWD and their caregivers to remain safely in their homes and communities.

In this webinar, expert panelists will discuss how their organizations successfully integrate healthcare and social services to better support PLWD and their caregivers.

Key Highlights Include:

• Successful program elements that bridge the gap between medical health care and community support.

• Real-world challenges faced during program implementation and expansion.

• Actionable recommendations for healthcare systems and community-based organizations looking to improve cross-system coordination.

The Commit to Connect initiative is focused on reaching socially isolated people with programs and resources that build the social connections they need to take control of their social and physical health. Join us for this 2 day virtual conference to find out more.

Social isolation is an objective lack of social interaction with family, friends, or neighbors, and it poses serious health risks to millions of Americans. Social isolation and loneliness — an unpleasant feeling due to a perceived lack of social connection — can have a devastating impact on our health and well-being. Research shows that social isolation can be as bad for your health as smoking 15 cigarettes a day. In order to build a healthy nation, we need everyone to Commit to Connect.

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The Commit to Connect initiative is focused on reaching socially isolated people with programs and resources that build the social connections they need to take control of their social and physical health. Join us for this 2 day virtual conference to find out more.

Social isolation is an objective lack of social interaction with family, friends, or neighbors, and it poses serious health risks to millions of Americans. Social isolation and loneliness — an unpleasant feeling due to a perceived lack of social connection — can have a devastating impact on our health and well-being. Research shows that social isolation can be as bad for your health as smoking 15 cigarettes a day. In order to build a healthy nation, we need everyone to Commit to Connect.

Register here: Webinar Registration - Zoom

DESCRIPTION OF PRESENTATION:Ms. Weitzman will introduce the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services’ nationwide GUIDE Model, a new approach designed to improve dementia care for people living with dementia and their caregivers through coordinated services, care navigation, respite, education, and community-based support. It will explain the model’s goals, key features, eligibility, and care delivery requirements, while also highlighting the important role that aging and health care organizations can play in connecting individuals and families to these services. 

Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_8RpFjbD0REizJ4gz28NqHw#/registration