Age-related hearing loss (ARHL) is a prevalent condition that has recently been identified as a potentially modifiable risk factor for both dementia and social isolation. Due to its impact on social functioning, health outcomes and wellbeing, ARHL – for which treatments are available – can be a costly condition.
This session provides participants with:
- an overview of dementia and social isolation;
- approaches to identify persons presenting with memory problems associated with cognitive decline and how to recognize the associated behaviors;
- strategies for communicating with persons with hearing loss and dementia; and
- approaches to facilitate caregiving.
This session concludes with an overview of the importance of early identification of persons with hearing loss for maximizing social engagement, which is essential to a person’s wellbeing and, possibly, preventative for the onset of dementia.
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