At Dementia Specialist Consulting Judy Berry, an award winning dementia specialist, Consultant and national speaker, believes that training both professional and families to recognize unmet emotional needs and learn to read the underlying unmet emotional need behind most all challenging behavior is Key! Education of Direct Care staff and families is the core foundation in understanding Dementia & the sometimes challenging behavior that often appears as their disability progresses. Below are some of the topics that Judy travels around the country and abroad talking about and training staff in the ever evolving healthcare settings. All training can be customized to your audience. Direct phone or in person family Family support is my passion and is available at any time, just call! SERVICES INCLUDE: Family Consultations – Assessments, Counseling, Education, Resources and Referrals for Families Specialized Dementia Training for Professional & Non-Professional medical staff Community Education & Support in Understanding Dementia, and Techniques for Reduction of Dementia Related Behavior, Training in Family Dynamics, Behavior Triggers, Letting Go of OUR Expectations, and Discovery of Unmet Emotional Needs, Use of Respite, Transition to Long Term Care Culturally Sensitive Specialized Dementia Training Champion for Legislative Change to the current healthcare payment system. Reimbursement MUST be tied to Quality positive outcomes that protect the human rights of our seniors. Consultant on implementing the Lakeview Ranch Model of Specialized Dementia Care® Global collaboration: Dementia and the struggle to provide quality and appropriate care for our loved ones is a worldwide issue. For more information on consultations or to book training or conference presentations Contact Judy Berry at 320-267-1384 or email me at judy.berry70@yahoo.com