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Training to Bring Dance to Older Adults and People with Dementia


SAVE THE DATE

  • Bridges by EPOCH at Westwood, 140 University Ave, Westwood, MA 02090

  • Coffee, snacks and light lunch provided.

Register by March 17, $225

Register after March 17, $275

Learn the skills to engage, inspire and uplift older adults and people with dementia through dance and expressive movement.

Donna Newman-Bluestein will model and teach through experiential methods and discussions how to customize your groups to motivate older adults to express themselves so they feel seen, heard, and appreciated for who they are. The 15 hours includes participation in two groups with people with dementia.

Workshop topics include:

  • aspects of dementia relevant to bringing dance

  • elements of dance

  • group leadership

  • theory

  • identifying benefits

  • model program, adaptable for your dance style, strengths, and clients

Who will benefit from this training?

  • dance/movement/music/expressive therapists

  • dance teachers

  • caregivers

  • mental health counselors

  • activity therapists

  • anyone who enjoys dancing and working with people with dementia

This course has been approved for 1 Alternate Route Credit or 15 CEUs for the American Dance Therapy Association (ADTA).

Fri., April 17, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Sat., April 18, 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Sun, April 19, 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Training to Bring Dance to People with Dementia
Sale Price: $225.00 Original Price: $275.00