Portland, Ore. — Join Dr. Rob Winningham as he shares the latest research on memory and aging at a special two-day workshop on Friday, October 14 from 12 to 5 p.m. and Saturday, October 15 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Willamette View, 12705 SE River Road, Portland, Ore.
Attendees will learn practical ways adults can increase their level of brain stimulation thereby decreasing their chance of developing memory problems. The public is invited but the workshop is designed for those working with seniors at all levels of cognitive impairment. The cost is $200 or $150 for LeadingAge and LeadingAge Oregon members. Healthcare professionals can earn 10. 5 CEUs (continuing education units).
During Dr. Winningham’s two-day workshop, participants will learn about the psychology of aging, including depression, apathy, types of dementia, and causes of memory problems; and valuable techniques for working with older adults and ways to motivate them to participate in activities and therapy.
The workshop is designed for professionals of all disciplines who care for persons with varying levels of cognitive impairment -- in assisted living, skilled nursing, home health, in-home care or senior living communities. In addition, the course is the best available learning for those who are interested in starting their own cognitive enhancement program. But it is also open to anyone interested in knowing more about memory loss and retention.
Upon successful completion of the two-day workshop and an exam, participants will become Certified Cognitive Stimulation Instructors. They will then be able to set up programs to help older adults maintain their memory and cognitive abilities.
Dr. Winningham received his Ph.D. in Neuroscience from Baylor University. He is a full Professor and the past chair of the Behavioral Sciences Division at Western Oregon University where he managed the Psychology and Gerontology Departments. Dr. Winningham has trained thousands of individuals in cognitive stimulation and therapy programs, and has helped develop a certification program for professionals. He also wrote the book, “Train Your Brain: How to Maximize Memory Ability in Older Adulthood,” from Baywood Publishing.
Anyone who works with seniors will benefit from taking this workshop: from helping Mom or Dad at home to setting up classes in a senior living community.
To register for the Cognitive Stimulation Workshop, call Mary Reitan, 503.502.4509 or email [email protected]. For more information, visit www.willametteview.org orwww.robwinningham.com.
