About the Course

This series of video presentations aims to address the stigma associated with dementia, with a particular focus on Lewy body dementia (LBD). It provides a comprehensive understanding of the unique challenges faced by individuals living with LBD and offers effective care strategies to support them.

The course also highlights communication techniques that can significantly improve the quality of life for those living with dementia, emphasizing empathy, patience, and the use of appropriate tools and resources. Additionally, it explores person-centered and holistic care approaches, underscoring the importance of individualized care plans and robust support systems to enhance overall well-being.

Course curriculum

    1. Course Description

    2. About the Presenter: Jodi Melius

    1. Lesson 1: Description & Learning Objectives

    2. Lesson 1: Slides for download (PDF)

    3. Video Lesson: Thinking Differently About Dementia

    1. Lesson 2: Description & Learning Objectives

    2. Lesson 2: Slides for download (PDF)

    3. Video Lesson: Lewy Body Dementia Care Considerations

    1. Lesson 3: Description & Learning Objectives

    2. Lesson 3: Slides for download (PDF)

    3. Video Lesson: Tools for Communication

    1. Lesson 4: Description & Learning Objectives

    2. Lesson 4: Slides for download (PDF)

    3. Video Lesson: Care Approaches for Daily Living

    1. Resource: Visual Function in Lewy Body Dementia

    2. Resource:“ My Way” Advanced Directive

    3. Resource: “What Matters to Me” Editable Storybook

    4. Resource: Legacy Project “Life Interview Questions”

    5. Resource: Dementia UK: “Creating a life story for a person with dementia”

    6. Resource: Improv “Yes And” YouTube video

    7. Resource: LBDA Medication wallet card

    8. Resource: LBDA Comprehensive Symptom Checklist

    9. Resource: LBD Diagnostic Symptoms Checklist

    10. Resource: Unpacking Parkinsonism: Understanding Movement Changes in Lewy Body Dementia

    11. Resource: Unpacking Psychiatric Symptoms

    12. Resource: Materials order form

    13. Resource: Materials Order Form

About this course

  • 2 hours of video content

Meet Your Instructors

Jodi Melius, RN, BS

Jodi Melius is a Nurse Study Coordinator at the Mayo Clinic Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center in Rochester, Minnesota. She facilitates caregiver support groups and develops dementia education for professionals, families, and community organizations. Jodi’s work centers on reducing stigma and promoting well-being for those living with dementia. Her advocacy is inspired by her father’s journey with Lewy body dementia, which continues to guide her commitment to compassionate care and education.