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Digital Seminar

Take Action Now: A Proactive Approach to Brain Health, Cognitive Impairment, and Navigating Dementia Care


Speaker:
Kara Welke, OTD, OTR/L, CLT, CAPS, SHSS
Duration:
1 Hour 10 Minutes
Format:
Audio and Video
Copyright:
Jan 27, 2025
Product Code:
POS065570
Media Type:
Digital Seminar


Description

From identifying subtle early signs of cognitive impairment to designing practical, achievable brain wellness programs, this training is packed with tools you can immediately apply to real-world cases. Imagine confidently spotting the early indicators of cognitive changes, such as slowed gait or difficulty with problem-solving, and addressing them with tailored interventions that make a measurable difference.

You’ll learn how to adapt treatment plans for clients with diverse needs, like a 74-year-old struggling with memory loss who could benefit from dual-task exercises to improve both balance and cognition. Or consider a caregiver who feels overwhelmed by managing their spouse’s daily routines—you’ll gain tools to provide them with clear, actionable strategies to reduce stress and improve quality of life for everyone involved.

Whether it’s using dual-task interventions to help a client walk while practicing mental tasks, integrating physical activity protocols to strengthen cognitive health, or empowering caregivers with the knowledge they need to succeed, this seminar focuses on making complex problems manageable.

Join us to master practical solutions for dementia care at home, incorporate brain health into every session, and stay ahead in an evolving field where your expertise is needed more than ever.

Key Takeaways: Research-backed strategies to prioritize interventions that deliver real results

- Confidently detect and address early cognitive decline
- Tools to navigate challenging family dynamics and caregiver burnout
- Transform home environments to improve safety and independence
- Maximize functional and cognitive outcomes with dual-task and multi-component strategies

Credit

Planning Committee Disclosure - No relevant relationships

All members of the 小蝌蚪视频. planning committee have provided disclosures of financial relationships with ineligible organizations and any relevant non-financial relationships prior to planning content for this activity. None of the committee members had relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies or other potentially biasing relationships to disclose to learners.  For speaker disclosures, please see the faculty biography.



* Credit Note - **

NOTE: Tuition includes one free CE Certificate (participant will be able to print the certificate of completion after passing the online post-test (80% passing score) and completing the evaluation). Instructional methods will include PowerPoint, didactic lecture, and others.

Continuing Education Information:  Listed below are the continuing education credit(s) currently available for this non-interactive self-study package. Program content is reviewed periodically per accrediting board rules for currency and appropriateness for credit. Credit approvals are subject to change. Please note, your state licensing board dictates whether self-study is an acceptable form of continuing education, as well as which credit types are acceptable for continuing education hours. Please refer to your state rules and regulations. If your profession is not listed, please contact your licensing board to determine your continuing education requirements and check for reciprocal approval. 
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Materials that are included in this course may include interventions and modalities that are beyond the authorized practice of your profession.  As a licensed professional, you are responsible for reviewing the scope of practice, including activities that are defined in law as beyond the boundaries of practice in accordance with and in compliance with your profession's standards.  

For Planning Committee disclosures, please see the statement above.  For speaker disclosures, please see the faculty biography.


* Credit Note - ---

Earn up to 1.0 CE hours. Please see below, for more details, as credit amounts vary by state and profession. 


Occupational Therapists - Occupational Therapists & Occupational Therapy Assistants

This course contains 1.0 hours of Distance Learning - Independent continuing education. It was not offered for AOTA CEUs. Please retain your certificate of completion. For state licensure or other credential renewal, contact those agencies for information about your reporting responsibilities and requirements.


Physical Therapists - Alaska Physical Therapists & Physical Therapist Assistants

CE credit is available. This self-study course consists of 1.0 continuing education credit hours for Alaska Physical Therapists. The Board Rule 12 AAC 54.420 confirms acceptance of continuing education programs that are recognized by other state physical therapy licensing boards. 小蝌蚪视频. is recognized by the Physical Therapy Board of California as an approval agency to approve providers.


Physical Therapists - Arizona Physical Therapists & Physical Therapist Assistants

CE credit is available. The Arizona State Board of Physical Therapy recognizes continuing competence activities that have been approved by any state PT association or national medical/health care association (e.g., AOTA, ASHA). This self-study activity consists of 1.0 clock hours of instruction applicable for physical therapists.


Physical Therapists - California Physical Therapists & Physical Therapist Assistants

小蝌蚪视频. is recognized by the Physical Therapy Board of California as an approval agency to approve providers. This self-study lecture qualifies for 1.0 continuing competency hours.


Physical Therapists - Physical Therapists & Physical Therapist Assistants

This self-study course consists of 1.0 clock hours of instruction that is applicable for physical therapists. CE requirements for physical therapists vary by state/jurisdiction. Please retain the certificate of completion that you receive and use as proof of completion when required.


Physical Therapists - Illinois Physical Therapists & Physical Therapist Assistants

小蝌蚪视频. is a Registered Physical Therapy Continuing Education Sponsor through the State of Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Division of Professional Regulation. License #: 216.000270. This self-study course qualifies for 1.0 CE credit hours.


Physical Therapists - Kentucky Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants

This self-study course consists of 1.0 continuing education credit hours. For Kentucky licensees, according to 201 KAR 22:045, this self-study educational offering may be applied toward Category 2 continued competency requirements.  Please review the regulation to determine eligibility. 


Physical Therapists - New York Physical Therapists & Physical Therapist Assistants

小蝌蚪视频. is recognized by the New York State Education Department, State Board for Physical Therapy as an approved provider for physical therapy and physical therapy assistant continuing education. This self-study course qualifies for 1.4 contact hours.


Physical Therapists - North Carolina Physical Therapists & Physical Therapist Assistants

小蝌蚪视频. is an approved provider with the Illinois Division of Professional Regulation, Provider Number: 216.000270. This intermediate course is approved by the North Carolina Board of Physical Therapy Examiners by virtue of 小蝌蚪视频 Inc. approved provider status with the Illinois Division of Professional Regulation. This course qualifies for 1.0 continuing education hours.


Physical Therapists - Oklahoma Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants

CE credit is available. This asynchronous activity consists of 1.0 continuing education credit hours for Oklahoma Physical Therapists. Oklahoma Administrative Code 435:20-9-3.1 confirms acceptance of continuing education programs offered by providers approved by other state physical therapy licensing boards. 小蝌蚪视频. is a Registered Physical Therapy Continuing Education Sponsor through the State of Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Division of Professional Regulation. License #: 216.000270.


Physical Therapists - Pennsylvania Physical Therapists and Assistants

The Pennsylvania State Board of Physical Therapy recognizes approval by all other state boards. This self-study activity consists of 1.0 clock hours of instruction that is applicable for physical therapists.


Physical Therapists - Texas Physical Therapists & Physical Therapist Assistants

This self-study activity is provided by the Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners Accredited Provider #2706032TX and meets continuing competence requirements for physical therapist and physical therapist assistant licensure renewal in Texas. Instructional Level: Intermeidate . This activity will provide 1.0 CCUs. The assignment of Texas PT CCUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by TPTA or TBPTE. Full attendance is required; no partial credits will be offered for partial attendance.


Physical Therapists - Utah Physical Therapists And Physical Therapist Assistants

This course is designed to meet the Utah DOPL Rule R156-24b-303b.2.c.iv - A commercial continuing education provider providing a course related to the practice of physical therapy. Please retain a copy of the advertising brochure and your certificate of completion to provide to your board should this be requested of you. This self-study activity consists of 1.0 clock hours of continuing education instruction.


Physical Therapists - Vermont Physical Therapists & Physical Therapist Assistants

CE credit is available. This course consists of 1.0 continuing education credit hours for Vermont Physical Therapists. The Board confirms acceptance of continuing education programs that are recognized by other state physical therapy licensing boards. 小蝌蚪视频. is a Registered Physical Therapy Continuing Education Sponsor through the State of Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Division of Professional Regulation. License #: 216.000270.


Physical Therapists - Virginia Physical Therapists & Physical Therapy Assistants

CE credit is available. This self-study course consists of 1.0 hours of type 2 continued competency credit for Virginia Physical Therapists and Physical Therapy Assistants. Regulation 18VAC112-20-131, Section B, (2) states that up to ten type 2 continued competency credits can be earned by completing independent study activities related to the clinical practice of physical therapy. 


Other Professions

This self-study activity qualifies for 1.0 continuing education clock hours as required by many national, state and local licensing boards and professional organizations. Save your activity advertisement and certificate of completion, and contact your own board or organization for specific requirements.



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Speaker

Kara Welke, OTD, OTR/L, CLT, CAPS, SHSS's Profile

Kara Welke, OTD, OTR/L, CLT, CAPS, SHSS Related seminars and products


Kara Welke, OTD, OTR/L, CLT, CAPS, SHSS, has had a wide variety of experiences and has worked with pediatrics through geriatrics in various settings. She even ventured away from traditional occupational therapy for a few years and had the privilege of starting an Early Head Start program from the ground up and was the director of the EHS program. Kara taught in an OTA program as well as served as the academic fieldwork coordinator for approximately 8 years. In order to provide client-centered, occupation-based, and evidence-based practice, Kara started her own Mobile Hybrid Practice to help older adults age in place in 2018. This business has grown significantly over the years, and she now has over 15 employees and contractors providing a wide array of services. Her business not only has its own client population, but they also provide services to other agencies and businesses. Due to the lack of resources for helping therapy professionals start their own business, Kara created the Next Level Occupational Therapy Facebook group. It was through this group that it became apparent that all therapy professionals needed assistance in starting their own business and that is when the Therapy Business Builder program was started. Kara has helped hundreds of therapists get to the next level in their career through her programs.


Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Kara Welke is the owner of Home Therapy Solutions, LLC and Next Level Occupational Therapy. She receives a speaking honorarium from 小蝌蚪视频. Kara Welke has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Kara Welke has no relevant non-financial relationships.


Additional Info

Access for Self-Study (Non-Interactive)

Access never expires for this product.

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Objectives

  1. Learn how early diagnosis and proactive measures can significantly influence cognitive health and slow the progression of cognitive impairment (Dornsife, 2023; Skillback, 2022)
  2. Discover actionable steps to support and maintain cognitive function, including lifestyle changes, mental stimulation, and effective management techniques. (Shatil, 2013; Yu 2024)
  3. Gain insights into best practices for managing dementia care, including home-based solutions, caregiver support, and resources available for a successful care experience. (Gately, 2019; Stark 2017)

Outline

Cognitive Decline: How Early Intervention Transforms Dementia Care

Identify early signs of cognitive decline with confidence

  • Subtle behavioral changes and functional deficits to look for
  • Screening tools and clinical assessments to confirm MCI or early dementia
  • Red flags in communication, problem-solving, and ADLs
  • Case studies: Outcomes of proactive versus reactive care approaches

Practical Solutions for Dementia Care at Home

Supporting Caregiver and Family Dynamics:

  • Strategies to educate and empower caregivers
  • Tools to manage caregiver stress and burnout
  • Build trust and collaboration with resistant families

Customizing the Home Environment for Safety and Function:

  • Prioritize high-risk areas (e.g., kitchens, bathrooms, stairways)
  • Low-cost, high-impact modifications to promote independence
  • Incorporate assistive technology and adaptive equipment

Telehealth and Remote Support:

  • Conduct virtual home safety evaluations
  • Deliver caregiver education through telehealth platforms
  • Maximize client engagement with remote cognitive interventions

Addressing Loneliness and Social Isolation:

  • Design plans to enhance social participation through in-person and virtual options
  • Engage clients in meaningful activities that foster connection

Integrate Brain Health into Routine Care

Cognitive Stimulation Techniques:

  • Practical exercises to target memory, attention, and executive function
  • Group-based versus individual approaches: What works best?
  • Incorporate games, puzzles, and technology-based tools

Dual-Task Interventions to Optimize Cognitive and Physical Health:

  • Activities that combine physical movements with mental tasks
  • Real-world examples: Walking while problem-solving
  • Evidence supporting dual-task benefits for cognitive resilience

Physical Activity Protocols Tailored for Brain Health:

  • Best exercises for cognitive enhancement: Aerobic, resistance, and flexibility training
  • Guidelines for progression based on client capabilities
  • Integrate movement into daily routines for sustained impact

Target Audience

  • Occupational Therapists
  • Occupational Therapy Assistants
  • Physical Therapists
  • Physical Therapy Assistants
  • Speech-Language Pathologists
  • Other Healthcare Providers Who Work With Aging Adults

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