Dementia Dialogues^®

An estimated 50 million people worldwide have Alzheimer’s disease, including approximately 5.8 million in the United States. This number is projected to rise to nearly 14 million by 2050.  Although much research has been conducted on the cause and cure of Alzheimer’s disease, little information is available about hands-on care.

Dementia Dialogues® provides the most current and practical information about how to care for people with dementia. This program is a nationally registered and evidence-informed, intervention program. Dementia Dialogues® is a 5-module training course designed to educate community members and caregivers (formal or informal) for persons who exhibit signs and symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (ADRD). The modules cover valuable information and recommendations including an overview of dementia, strategies for effective communication, understanding the environment and ways to promote independence, addressing challenging behaviors, and creative problem solving. Dementia Dialogues® is offered nationwide by Certified Instructors in-person and virtually, and as a virtual self-guided training at no cost to participants.

Participate in a Training

To participate in the Dementia Dialogues® training, contact contact the OSA or the identified state designee below.

Online Learning
If you are unable to participate in a training offered by a certified instructor online or in-person, you may complete a self-paced training. This training is accessible at our Moodle website.  If you have any questions about the online learning format, please contact the OSA.

State Program Designees

Dementia Dialogues® is offered nationwide but not every state is currently implemented state-wide. Those who are, are identified as State Program Designees. If a state is not identified below, contact the OSA to secure a training opportunity. Agencies should also contact the OSA to discuss implementation of Dementia Dialogues® state-wide.