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BrainStorm by UsAgainstAlzheimer's
Ep 91: Managing Agitation in Dementia: Expert Insights on Integrated Care and Caregiver Support with Dr. Carolyn Clevenger (part 1)
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Meryl Comer, UsAgainstAlzheimer's
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Episode 91
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In this episode of BrainStorm by UsAgainstAlzheimer's, host Meryl Comer explores the critical issue of agitation in dementia care with Dr. Carolyn Clevenger, Founder and Director of Emory's Integrated Memory Care Clinic. Dr. Clevenger provides practical advice for caregivers, emphasizing that documentation of behaviors and triggers is crucial, and that caregivers must learn to adapt. Her innovative approach to dementia care through integrated memory care which provides primary care, dementia specialist services, and family caregiver support all in one practice. This is a must listen for all caregivers!
This episode of BrainStorm is sponsored by Lundbeck US.