Simulated presence treatment, in which an individual living with dementia watches a video or listens to audio of a familiar person (a family member or doctor), may reduce agitation and confusion and allow the individual to redirect to meaningful activities. This course – which is broken into six 5-minute blocks – guides SLPs through using this tool to help their clients with dementia. Presenter Becky Khayum shares examples of the tool and then walks you through creating simulated presence videos using simple technology for your own clients with dementia, including giving you time to practice and reflect.

Learning Outcomes
You will be able to:

• create personalized simulated presence videos
• use a talking photo album app to create personalized reminiscence albums narrated by family members

What is a micro course?
Designed to fit your busy schedule, micro courses are 30-minute courses that are broken into six 5-minute blocks, two of which are speaker-led and four of which guide you through practicing a new strategy with a client on your current caseload.

Learning Assessment
Self-assessment

Other Micro Courses in This Series

• Person-Centered Assessment for People With Dementia (WEB19260) (available through the ASHA Learning Pass subscription or as an a la carte purchase)
• Memory Stations and Montessori Activities for People With Dementia (WEB19261) (available through the ASHA Learning Pass subscription or as an a la carte purchase)
• Personalized Memory and Communication Supports for People With Dementia (WEB19262) (available through the ASHA Learning Pass subscription or as an a la carte purchase)

All four micro courses are part of a course bundle, available through the ASHA Learning Pass subscription or as an a la carte purchase.