global virtual learning lab
- Teepa Snow, Positive Approach to Care
YOD Academy (YODA) is a worldwide hub of education, collaboration and community exclusive to younger-onset dementia - where researchers, neurologists, social workers, nurses and other practitioners meet lived-experience. We create courses, host speakers series, partner on research, offer webinars and build the first of its kind, learning lab exclusive to YOD.
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With knowledge, inspiration and practical resources. In just 60 minutes of their time, they will
• Understand the facts of younger-onset dementia,
• Learn from the children & care partners of younger-onset dementia,
• Consider how to transform practice and
• Be inspired to take action.
Prarticipants receive Lorenzo’s House Certificate of Completion and support for securing CEUs.
Whether an individual, clinic staff or full organization, get in front of this diagnosis! Shine new light and be a part of our YOD-informed movement.
Younger-Onset Dementia Aware Introductory Webinar includes:
Facilitation by a trained Lorenzo’s House leader
Viewing the short film–Shifting the Narrative: The Story of Lorenzo’s House
Presentations by:
- Dr. Mastrianni, MD, PhD, Director, The Memory Center, UChicago Medicine, Professor of Neurology, expert in neurodegenerative conditions.
- Tessa Garcia McEwen, AM, LCSW, CDP, The Memory Center, UChicago Medicine
- Lucas Cose, son of YOD, Lorenzo’s House Lighthouse & Summit Youth Lead
Q & A with Lorenzo’s House leader
Together we...
heal in community,
advocate for dementia justice
& educate for a
YOD informed society.