Wednesday, February 11, 2026 | 2:00-3:00 p.m. ET
Register for the webinar
Advances in medicine, technology, and community living are extending the lives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). As a result, individuals with I/DD are now at greater risk of developing dementia. Dementia can present differently in people with I/DD, and supporting individuals with both conditions often requires specialized knowledge and skills from health care professionals and aging and disability service providers.
This webinar will provide participants with an overview of I/DD and dementia including prevalence, signs and symptoms, and assessing if a person with I/DD may be developing dementia. Participants will also learn practical considerations for supporting people with I/DD and dementia with an emphasis on enhancing workforce training. The webinar will also include insights into NADRC's newly released resource, Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities and Dementia: Practical Strategies for Professionals.
Presenters:
- Philip McCallion, PhD, Director, School of Social Work, College of Public Health, Temple University
- Amy Dewitt-Smith, MPA, Founder and Executive Director, Neighbor Network of Northern Nevada (N4)
Please note:
- NADRC webinars are free of charge and open to the public.
- NADRC webinars are recorded and will be available for viewing on the NADRC website.
- Pre-registration is required to attend live webinars.
- Closed captioning is available during the live event and is included in the recording for all NADRC webinars.
If you have questions, please email NADRC-Webinars@rti.org.